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Perito Moreno Glacier - CALAFATE (Footbridges and Navigation)

El Calafate, Argentina
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About this activity

Experience Patagonia's most iconic glacier through a combination of boat navigation and elevated walkways that bring you face-to-face with Perito Moreno's 70-metre ice wall. This 8-hour guided tour weaves scenic drives, wildlife spotting, an active boat crossing through iceberg-dotted channels, and multiple vantage points from purpose-built footbridges—ideal for capturing dramatic close-ups and understanding this constantly-shifting natural wonder.

From the beginning, the trip holds pleasant surprises. Leaving the town, to the right we can see Lake Argentino with its Redonda Bay.
In it you can see an important variety of birds, highlighting the black-necked swan, flamingo, steam duck, coot, up-land goose.
When we get to the Park we will have a panoramic view of the Perito Moreno Glacier.
Brief stop to take pictures and continue to Puerto Bajo las Sombras.
Here you will board the boat for the Navigation through the southern arm of the Canal de los Témpanos to have different views of the wall of the Perito Moreno Glacier. (Duration: 1 hour)
Back at the Port, we go to the Footbridges where we will have a service sector for visitors and a system of balconies and footbridges that allow walks through different routes and access to different truly incredible views of the Glacier and its proximity.
After some free time for walks and lunch (optional), the return to El Calafate begins.

Highlights

  • ✓1-hour boat navigation through Témpanos Canal with direct views of the glacier's calving ice wall
  • ✓Multi-level footbridge system offering varied perspectives and photo angles of the ice formation
  • ✓Wildlife encounters including black-necked swans, flamingos, and upland geese around Lake Argentino
  • ✓Panoramic overlooks from Puerto Bajo las Sombras and visitor service areas
  • ✓Free time for self-guided exploration and optional lunch within the park

Insider tips

  • ★Book early morning departures to avoid afternoon crowds on the footbridges and catch better light for photography
  • ★Wear waterproof layers and secure hats—the boat exposure and wind at the ice wall are stronger than expected
  • ★Bring binoculars for bird identification along Lake Argentino during the drive; the wetland wildlife is often overlooked

Good to know

  • •Total duration is 8 hours including transport, so start early and plan accordingly
  • •Footbridges are accessible for most fitness levels, though there are stairs and uneven surfaces
  • •Lunch is not included but a service sector with facilities is available at the footbridge area
  • •Weather can change rapidly; bring a waterproof jacket and sun protection
  • •Meeting point and pickup details will be confirmed upon booking

Who it's for

Nature and wildlife photographers seeking diverse compositions and wildlife subjectsAdventure-seeking couples and families comfortable with full-day outingsFirst-time visitors to Patagonia wanting comprehensive glacier exposure without extreme hikingBirdwatchers and nature enthusiasts interested in Andean wetland ecosystems

Best time to visit

Visit during Argentine spring (September–November) or autumn (March–May) for stable weather, better visibility, and fewer crowds. Early morning light (7–10 am) is optimal for photography of the glacier and wildlife.

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