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El Calafate · Santa Cruz · Argentina
Explore El Calafate & The Glaciers - 3 Days
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Perito Moreno Glacier is arguably one of the most impressive natural wonders in Patagonia and a must-see for all visitors! Located just 80km from the bustling town of El Calafate, Perito Moreno Glacier is massiveand with over 250 square kilometers of ice, our Perito Moreno Glacier tour is certain to provide you with some unbelievable photos! Walk along the boardwalk as the magnificent glacier creaks and calves into Lake Argentina, and take a boat cruise close enough to feel the crisp breeze from the ice face! If you feel inspired, try the Big Ice tour and hike on top of the glacier!
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Hike out to Laguna Nimez for a beautiful Patagonian sunset
- Excursion to Perito Moreno Glacier, in Los Glaciers National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Perito Moreno Glacier boat cruise
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
El Calafate
Upon arrival you will be taken to the hotel (shared service) and have the rest of the day to relax or explore the areas around the town or if possible.
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El Calafate
Night in El Calafate.
Day 2
El Calafate
Hiking at Perito Moreno Glacier. We will pick you up from your hotel early in the morning to take you to Los Glaciares National Park located at 50 miles from El Calafate, home of the magnificent Perito Moreno Glacier. Los Glaciares National Park has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1981 when its almost 200 glaciers were discovered. Half of the park is occupied by the Patagonian ice field, the second largest ice field after Antarctica. Upon arrival to the National Park, your guide will show you the different walkways from where you will be able to walk in front of the colossal ice wall, and, if you are lucky, perhaps see some landslides. When the ice breaks and falls, the world holds its breath: all other sounds stop at the earth's surface. You will start the adventure from the main balcony and then, have some free time to wander freely until the meeting time agreed with your guide. For lunchtime, the National Park offers a service area with a restaurant and a snack bar (lunch is not included). For a different perspective of this impressive glacier, you can take a 1-hour boat ride to sail along the massive glacier wall that rises 240 feet above Argentino lake and in between floating icebergs (not included, but may be added and paid for on the spot, subject to availaility). After exploring the park, you will be taken back to your hotel. Type of service: Shared Duration: 8/9 hours Included: Transportation mentioned above, bilingual guide (English/Spanish) Not included: Entrance fee to the National Park, Lunch Difficulty: Low
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El Calafate
Boating at Perito Moreno Glacier. The departure point is “Bajo de las Sombras” pier, located about 6km away from the Glacier’s walkways. On this tour, you will go on a cruise across Lake Rico, passing in between icebergs that have calved off the front of the Perito Moreno glacier. Reaching the Icebergs Channel, the boat will stop at a safe distance from the glacier to continue to sail down its front, allowing for spectacular views of the ice wall and any breaking and floating icebergs. This excursion lasts approximately one hour and provides a totally different perspective of the Perito Moreno glacier, with almost constant falling walls of ice from its front. That is what makes this option the best complement for the conventional visit to the walkways. Type of service: Shared Duration: 1 hour. Hourly departures from 10 am to 3 pm (Note: timetables may change) Not included: Entrance fee to the National Park Difficulty: Low
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El Calafate
Night in El Calafate.
Day 3
El Calafate
At appropriate time, you will be transferred to the airport or bus terminal.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Transfers mentioned in the itinerary. Perito Moreno Glacier Tour and cruise Bilingual local guides (English / Spanish)
Not Included
Los Glaciares National Park USD 30 (only paid Argentinean pesos and cash) International or Domestic Flights (quoted separately if requested) Insurance (Say Hueque offers Travel insurance with special rates for this trip. Please just let us know if you are interested)
Restrictions
Max age is 65 years old
Meeting & Pickup
Upon arrival in El Calafate airport you will be taken to the hotel
Languages Offered
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Before Booking
The following information, for each passenger, is required to confirm your booking: Full name (as passport): Date Of Birth: Nationality: Valid Passport Number: Email: Cell Phone number: Without this information, we cannot confirm reservations. In addition, when flights are involved we require a scanned copy or a picture of their passport. Additional information that can be sent at a later date (before the trip), but can also be completed now: Allergies: Medication: Physical restrictions: Food Restriction: Hobbies: The main reason of their trip:
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Manual By Business
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