Sail across Lago Rico and hike the shoreline to stand meters from Perito Moreno’s marbled face. This half-day Blue Safari pairs calm navigation with easy coastal walking and panoramic park viewpoints.
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You step off the bus and the air changes — cold, crisp, and full of the glacier’s distant sound. The boat ride across Lago Rico narrows the world to water and sky as the Perito Moreno face fills the horizon, its blues deepening with every passing minute.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6–8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for casual walkers with basic mobility; short shoreline walk over uneven ground and stairs.
Wildlife
History
The glacier is part of Los Glaciares National Park, created in 1937 to protect the vast ice field and surrounding steppe used historically by Tehuelche people and later explorers.
Conservation
The park operates strict visitor routes and limits to minimize impact; visitors are asked to stay on trails, carry out waste, and respect wildlife to protect fragile glacial and steppe environments.
Reserve your spot on the Blue Safari: Perito Moreno Glacier with Hiking and Navigation today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Layer for variable weather
Patagonian weather shifts rapidly; pack a windproof shell and insulating mid-layer to stay comfortable during boat and shore portions.
Bring cash for park entry
Park entrance may need to be paid in Argentine pesos if not included; keep small bills handy at arrival.
Wear grippy footwear
Shoes with good tread handle sandy, stony trails and short stair sections more safely.
Protect camera gear
Salt spray and cold can affect electronics — use a dry bag and spare batteries kept warm in an inner pocket.
Waterproof shell jacket
Blocks wind and spray during boat passages and keeps you warm on the shore.
Sturdy hiking shoes
Provides traction on sandy, rocky paths and short stair sections along the lakeshore.
Insulated gloves and hat
Keeps extremities warm during cooler months and on windy crossings.
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Daypack with snacks and water
Stores food, park cash, camera, and extra layers for the multi-hour outing.