Perito Moreno Glacier Minitrekking Tour
Overview
Experience the grand ice fields of Argentine Patagonia with a full-day guided minitrekking excursion on the Perito Moreno Glacier. Departing from El Calafate, this tour combines panoramic views from the national park's wooden walkways, a short boat navigation across Brazo Rico, and a 5-hour guided glacier hike right on the ice.
Quick Facts & Highlights
🧊 Glacier Minitrekking: Walk directly on the ancient ice of Perito Moreno Glacier in small guided groups.
⛵ Brazo Rico Boat Navigation: Enjoy scenic boat transfers across the lake to reach the glacier's edge.
🌉 Perito Moreno Walkways (Pasarelas): Free time to explore the balconies and view the glacier wall from multiple perspectives.
🚐 Hotel Transfers: Round-trip transport along Provincial Road N°11 directly from your hotel in El Calafate.
Duration
Full day
Rating
4.8(243 Reviews)
Pickup Point
Pick up from hotels in El Calafate
Price
482$
Itinerary
Cordillera Huayhuash
1. El Calafate Pick-up & Transfer
Drive to National Park: Hotel pick-up in El Calafate city followed by a 75 km drive along Provincial Road N°11 to the Perito Moreno Glacier area. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2. Pasarelas Perito Moreno (Glacier Walkways)Balconies & Trails: Arrive at Los Glaciares National Park. Your guide provides an overview of the trails, after which you have free time to explore the viewing balconies. Duration: 1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included
3. Puerto Bajo las Sombras (Hielo y Aventura)Boat Navigation Across Brazo Rico: Take a 6 km transfer bus to the "Bajo las Sombras" pier and embark on a 20-minute boat navigation across Brazo Rico to the edge of the glacier. Duration: 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
4. Perito Moreno Glacier Ice Trek Guided Glacier Hike: Divide into small groups of 20 with specialized guides to equip crampons and hike along the shoreline and onto the glacier itself. Duration: 5 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
5. Return Boat Navigation Return to Pier: Complete the minitrekking experience and navigate back across Brazo Rico to pier "Bajo Las Sombras". Duration: 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
6. Return Transfer to El Calafate Hotel Drop-off: Board the transfer bus at the port and return to your hotel in El Calafate. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
What's Included & Excluded
What's Included
✅ Professional Guide: Certified leadership throughout the tour.
✅ Hotel Transfers: Round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off.
✅ Minitrekking: Guided ice hike experience on the Perito Moreno Glacier.
What's Not Included
❌ Food & Beverages: All food and drinks must be brought or purchased separately.
❌ National Park Fee: Perito Moreno Glacier entrance fee (ARS 45,000.00 per person, payable on-site via cash or credit card).
Who Is This Tour For?
Who Is This Tour For?
✅ Glacier Adventurers: Ideal for travelers seeking a direct, hassle-free minitrekking excursion with door-to-door hotel transport provided.
❌ Full-Board Seekers: Not suitable for those expecting included meals, snacks, or drinks.
❌ All-Inclusive Budget Travelers: Unsuitable for hikers unprepared to pay the national park entrance fee (ARS 45,000) separately on-site.
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