4.3·El Calafate·6h
Round Trip Bus to Perito Moreno Glacier from El Calafate
Enjoy the natural beauty of the Perito Moreno Glacier through this bus trip!
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1 / 10Perito Moreno Full Day Minitrekking with Transfer and Walkways
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About this activity
A 10-hour immersive glacier adventure combining scenic boat crossings of Lago Rico with a guided 3-hour trek across the south face of Perito Moreno Glacier. You'll walk on pristine blue ice with crampons, navigate moraines and Patagonian forests, and gain insight into glaciology from expert mountain guides—all departing from El Calafate.
The tour starts when passengers are picked up in El Calafate. You will board our comfortable buses, where our tour guides will give you information on the place, the glacier and the tour on our way to Parque Nacional Los Glaciares.
Once you arrive at Bajo de las Sombras port you’ll board a ship to cross Lago Rico and descend on the opposite coast, the south face of Glaciar Perito Moreno.
When you disembark, you will be welcomed by our expert mountain guides. Here starts the trekking! We will start by walking along the coast of the lake, keeping our eyes on the glacier The guides will give a talk about glaciology.
When we reach the glacier side, with its amazing shades of blue ice framing the landscape, you will be divided into subgroups of up to 20 people each and you will have the crampons and helmets fitted.
At the end of the ice trekking, you will return along a path crossing the Bosque Andino Patagónico, completing the THREE-HOUR WALK ON THE LAKE COAST, MORAINE, ICE AND WOODS
Once you arrive at Bajo de las Sombras port you’ll board a ship to cross Lago Rico and descend on the opposite coast, the south face of Glaciar Perito Moreno.
When you disembark, you will be welcomed by our expert mountain guides. Here starts the trekking! We will start by walking along the coast of the lake, keeping our eyes on the glacier The guides will give a talk about glaciology.
When we reach the glacier side, with its amazing shades of blue ice framing the landscape, you will be divided into subgroups of up to 20 people each and you will have the crampons and helmets fitted.
At the end of the ice trekking, you will return along a path crossing the Bosque Andino Patagónico, completing the THREE-HOUR WALK ON THE LAKE COAST, MORAINE, ICE AND WOODS
Highlights
- ✓Scenic boat ride across Lago Rico to reach the glacier's south face
- ✓3-hour guided trek on blue ice with crampons and safety equipment
- ✓Expert glaciology commentary from mountain guides throughout
- ✓Walk through ancient Bosque Andino Patagónico (Andean Patagonian forest)
- ✓Stunning close-up views of Perito Moreno's iconic ice formations
Insider tips
- ★Book for morning departures to maximize daylight hours on the ice and avoid afternoon weather changes in Patagonia
- ★Wear waterproof, insulated layers; the glacier and lake create wind chill even on clear days
- ★Arrive early for hotel pickup to avoid being left behind—timing is strict due to boat schedules
Good to know
- •Crampons and helmets provided; wear sturdy waterproof hiking boots (mandatory)
- •Physical fitness required: 3 hours of walking includes uneven terrain, ice, and elevation changes
- •Total time includes transfers (30–45 min each way), boat crossing, and trek; plan for 10 full hours away from El Calafate
- •Groups capped at 20 people per guide; guides are certified mountain professionals
Who it's for
Adventure seekers wanting hands-on glacier experience beyond viewpoint walksFit outdoor enthusiasts comfortable with technical trekking and ice walkingNature and geology enthusiasts keen to learn from expert guidesTravellers seeking an iconic Patagonian activity combining boat, hiking, and ice
Best time to visit
Visit September–April (spring through autumn) for stable ice conditions and daylight. Avoid winter months (June–August) when shorter days and ice instability limit access. Morning departures offer the clearest visibility and calmest lake conditions.
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