Perito Moreno Glacier Full Day Tour with Optional Boat Safari
4.7555 reviews8h
from €72
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Torres Del Paine Full Day Overland Truck 4x4 from El Calafate
4.6429 reviews14h
from €154
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Glaciares Gourmet Navigation: Spegazzini, Upsala & Perito Moreno
4.7335 reviews11h
from €213
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Kayak Full-Day Activity in La Leona River from El Calafate
5.0275 reviews8h
from €168
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Perito Moreno Glacier Full Day Tour with optional Navigation
4.7252 reviews8h
from €77
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El Chalten Complete Experience Full Day Tour from El Calafate
4.4249 reviews12h
from €100
Check availabilityTop sights in El Calafate
- 1Perito Moreno Glacier
- 2Ice Trekking
- 3Los Glaciares NP
- 4Lago Argentino
- 5Glaciarium Museum
- 6Estancia Day Trips
- Witness the Active Perito Moreno Glacier: Unlike most glaciers that are retreating, Perito Moreno is stable and constantly calving. Stand on the network of boardwalks at the 'Balcones' to watch and hear massive ice chunks crash into the Canal de los Témpanos, a truly unforgettable sensory experience.
- Walk on a Glacier with Ice Trekking: Strap on crampons for a guided trek across the surreal, crevassed surface of Perito Moreno. Operators like Hielo & Aventura offer 'Mini Trekking' on the lower section or the more intensive 'Big Ice' expedition for an up-close encounter with deep blue pools and seracs.
- Explore Los Glaciares National Park by Boat: Take a 'Safari Náutico' or a full-day boat tour like the 'Ríos de Hielo Express' from Puerto Bandera to sail past the towering fronts of the Upsala, Spegazzini, and Perito Moreno glaciers, navigating through a floating maze of icebergs.
Tickets and passes in El Calafate
Southroad Calafate Balcony Experience with Tour Mode Options
4.681 reviews4h
from €91
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Food and drink experiences in El Calafate
Trekking Adventure: Explore El Chaltén with Lunch Included
4.231 reviews10h
from €146
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Hidden gems in El Calafate
Places most visitors miss, many of them free.
Laguna Nimez Reserve
A serene bird sanctuary on the edge of town, with a walking trail through wetlands along the shore of Lago Argentino.
Walichu Caves
A small archaeological site featuring prehistoric cave paintings created by the region's early indigenous inhabitants.
Punta Bandera & Puerto Bandera
The port for major boat tours, located where Lago Argentino splits into its northern and southern arms.
La Leona Roadhouse & Petrified Forest
A historic roadhouse and hotel about an hour east on Route 40, near a site with fossilized trees.
Cerro Frías Horseback Riding
A horseback riding excursion that climbs the Cerro Frías hill for panoramic views not accessible by road.
Day trips from El Calafate
El Chaltén (Fitz Roy Massif)
2.5 hours by bus or car
The trekking capital of Argentina, nestled at the base of the iconic Mount Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre. A must for hikers, offering world-class trails through forests, to glacial lakes, and up to breathtaking viewpoints.
Estancia Nibepo Aike
1 hour by car (within Los Glaciares NP)
A working sheep and cattle ranch on the shores of Lago Roca, offering an authentic glimpse into Patagonian ranch life with stunning mountain backdrops.
Upsala & Spegazzini Glaciers Boat Tour
Full-day tour from Puerto Bandera (30 min drive + 7-8 hr boat)
A spectacular full-day navigation on Lago Argentino's northern arm to see some of the park's largest and tallest glaciers, which are inaccessible by road.
Plan your El Calafate trip
Things to do in El Calafate: FAQ
What are the best things to do in El Calafate?+
Top sights include Perito Moreno Glacier, Ice Trekking, Los Glaciares NP and Lago Argentino. Away from the crowds, try Laguna Nimez Reserve and Walichu Caves.
What are the most popular tours in El Calafate?+
The most booked experiences on Viator are Perito Moreno Glacier Full Day Tour with Optional Boat Safari (4.7 stars, 555 reviews); Torres Del Paine Full Day Overland Truck 4x4 from El Calafate (4.6 stars, 429 reviews); Glaciares Gourmet Navigation: Spegazzini, Upsala & Perito Moreno (4.7 stars, 335 reviews).
How much do tours in El Calafate cost?+
The tours and tickets on this page start between €72 and €317 per person, depending on length and what is included.
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