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Sunset at Perito Moreno Glacier with Navigation in El Calafate

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El Calafate, Argentina
Boat ToursDay Trips & ExcursionsNature ToursAdventure Tours

About this activity

Experience Perito Moreno Glacier bathed in golden light during this afternoon-to-evening tour that includes boat navigation right up to the glacier's face, National Park walkways, and hotel transfers. You'll explore the iconic UNESCO site with minimal crowds as day-trippers depart, giving you an intimate experience of one of Argentina's most dramatic natural wonders.

The Sunset at the Perito Moreno Glacier + Boat Ride tour is an ideal choice for those who arrive at El Calafate that same morning or for those who want to enjoy a sunset in the National Park, seeing how the sun sets on the horizon. 

Despite starting afternoon, this excursion is as complete as all those who visit the Park but, as it finishes later, you will find yourself walking the footbridges in front of the glacier only with your group, when almost all visitors have left the place.

In addition of being leaded by a professional guide during the entire afternoon, the tour also includes a navigation in front of the Perito Moreno Glacier, a visit to the National Park footbridges and transfers from your hotel.

Highlights

  • ✓Golden-hour views of Perito Moreno Glacier's blue ice formations
  • ✓Close-range boat navigation in front of the glacier calving face
  • ✓Guided walks across suspension footbridges with expert commentary
  • ✓Uncrowded experience—tour finishes after most visitors leave
  • ✓Professional naturalist guide throughout the afternoon and evening
  • ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off included

Insider tips

  • ★Bring layers and a windproof jacket—the boat ride exposes you to cold Patagonian winds and spray from glacial melt.
  • ★Position yourself on the boat's starboard side for the best sunset photography of the glacier's western face.
  • ★The late-afternoon timing means you'll avoid peak-hour crowds; use the quieter footbridges to spot Andean condors and guanacos.
  • ★Arrive with a full water bottle and snacks—the National Park facilities are basic and distant from the viewpoints.

Good to know

  • •Total duration is 10 hours including transfers; plan for an early afternoon hotel pickup and late evening return.
  • •Wear waterproof hiking boots with good grip—footbridges can be slippery, and some sections are exposed to wind.
  • •The boat ride is weather-dependent; if conditions are unsafe, the operator may substitute with extended footbridge time.
  • •Accessibility: footbridges involve some steep stairs and uneven terrain; mobility-limited visitors should confirm feasibility with the operator before booking.
  • •Bring a camera with extra batteries—sunset light fades quickly and you'll want multiple angles of the glacier.

Who it's for

Photography enthusiasts seeking golden-hour glacier shotsNature lovers who prefer solitude over crowded daytime visitsFirst-time visitors to El Calafate arriving same-dayAdventure travellers wanting a complete glacier experience (walk + boat) in one outing

Best time to visit

Visit during Patagonian summer (December–February) for reliable daylight until 9–10 PM and stable weather, though autumn (March–April) offers clearer skies and fewer tourists. Avoid June–August unless you tolerate twilight conditions and extreme cold (sunrise/sunset occurs around 5 PM).

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From
€258
per person