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Spend a full day aboard the María Turquesa cruising Lake Argentino to see the massive ice fields of Upsala and the towering Spegazzini Glacier, with a short forest walk and optional onboard lunch. Ideal for travelers who want dramatic glacier views without technical hiking.
Spend a full day aboard the María Turquesa cruising Lake Argentino to see the massive ice fields of Upsala and the towering Spegazzini Glacier, with a short forest walk and optional onboard lunch. Ideal for travelers who want dramatic glacier views without technical hiking.
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Operated by ParaViajantes Tours · El Calafate, Santa Cruz
A brisk Patagonian morning lifts off in El Calafate as the María Turquesa slips into Lake Argentino, the air tasting of cold and metal as icebergs drift like slow boats of glass. The voyage moves north through channels carved by ancient ice; the glaciers loom—sheer walls of blue-white that shove small bergs into the water and rattle the silence.
moderate.
8–9 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; the only required exertion is a short, 30-minute shore walk on mostly flat terrain.
Pick-up from hotels in El Calafate is included; the transfer to Punta Banderas port is approximately 45–60 minutes (about 47 km).
Lunch is optional; the operator offers two menu options plus a vegetarian menu, or you may bring your own food to eat aboard.
The cruise is family-friendly and wheelchair accessible on the boat, but the shore walk is uneven and may be difficult for those with limited mobility.
The boat approaches glacier fronts safely but maintains regulated viewing distance; calving happens unpredictably—be prepared for sudden cracks and splashes.
The glaciers here are outlets of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field; their advance and retreat over centuries shaped the lake’s channels and local ranching patterns.
Operators in Los Glaciares National Park follow strict guidelines—stay on designated paths, pack out waste, and avoid disturbing wildlife to reduce impact.
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