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Perito Moreno Kayak Experience

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El Calafate, Argentina
Water ActivitiesKayaking
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About this activity

Paddle directly into the icy waters of Perito Moreno Glacier in Los Glaciares National Park, combining shore-based viewing with hands-on kayaking among calving ice and pristine Patagonian scenery. This full-day experience brings you eye-level with one of Argentina's most dramatic natural wonders, offering perspectives impossible from land.

Go kayaking at Perito Moreno Glacier in Argentina with this excursion from El Calafate. Arrive at Los Glaciares National Park and admire views from several lookout points at sea level. After, begin the kayaking adventure and paddle out into glacial waters. Learn about the Perito Moreno area in Patagonia throughout the tour.

Highlights

  • ✓Kayak in glacial waters with close-up views of Perito Moreno's towering blue ice face
  • ✓Start with scenic viewpoints at sea level before paddling into the park
  • ✓Guided interpretation of Patagonian geology and glacier dynamics
  • ✓Remote wilderness experience in UNESCO-listed Los Glaciares National Park
  • ✓Encounter floating icebergs and witness potential calving events from water level

Insider tips

  • ★Wear quick-dry layers under your provided gear; glacial meltwater keeps air temperatures cool even in summer
  • ★Bring a dry bag for camera equipment—spray is frequent when paddling near the glacier face
  • ★Book December–February (Southern Hemisphere summer) for longest daylight and calmest water conditions
  • ★Arrive early in El Calafate the day before to acclimatise and avoid rush-hour logistics

Good to know

  • •5-hour total duration includes transport, briefing, and multiple viewpoint stops; active paddling is approximately 2–3 hours
  • •No prior kayaking experience required; instruction and all equipment (kayak, paddle, life jacket, wetsuit) provided
  • •Minimum fitness level needed for sustained paddling in cold water; not suitable for non-swimmers
  • •Departures from El Calafate town centre; confirm pickup location and time when booking

Who it's for

Adventure seekers and outdoor enthusiasts with basic fitnessPhotographers and nature lovers wanting immersive glacier accessSmall groups and families comfortable in cold-water environmentsVisitors prioritising unique, hands-on Patagonian experiences over passive sightseeing

Best time to visit

December to February offers warmest weather, longest daylight, and calmest glacier-fed waters. March–November is feasible but colder, windier, and subject to afternoon squalls; mornings typically offer better visibility.

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