Board the Maria Turquesa for an 11‑hour exploration of Perito Moreno, Spegazzini and Upsala glaciers. This full‑day cruise combines up‑close glacier viewing, a short coastal walk, and a gourmet boxed lunch.
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The Maria Turquesa slips from La Soledad at first light, the hull cutting through blue shards of ice that click and spin like piano keys. Wind pushes across the Canal de los Témpanos and the boat angles toward a row of glaciers—Spegazzini’s vertical blue wall, the broad face of Upsala, then the thunder of Perito Moreno’s northern flank. Onboard, passengers trade binoculars and quiet as bergs calve and drift, the water daring you to come closer.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
11 hours
Fitness Level
Low; suitable for most fitness levels but requires ability to board a boat and manage a short uneven shoreline walk
Wildlife
History
The glaciers are outlets of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field; Perito Moreno is named for explorer Francisco Moreno and is unusual for periodic advance and dramatic calving.
Conservation
Los Glaciares National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site—stay on designated paths, pack out waste, and avoid disturbing wildlife to minimize impact.
Reserve your spot on the "Glaciares Gourmet" - Maria Turquesa Cruiser Navigation (classic) today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Dress in layers and waterproofs
Wind and spray can make temperatures drop quickly—pack a warm mid‑layer and a waterproof shell.
Bring binoculars and a zoom lens
Wildlife and distant calving are best appreciated with optical aid—phones often can’t frame the scale.
Prepare for motion and long day
Consider motion‑sickness prevention; the cruise lasts about 11 hours including transfers and walking time.
Carry ID and a small day pack
Passport or ID is required for booking info and there's a short walk at Puesto Las Vacas where you’ll want hands free.
Waterproof shell
Shields from spray and wind during canal crossings.
Warm mid‑layer (fleece/down)
Traps heat during prolonged exposure on deck between viewpoints.
Binoculars or telephoto lens
Helps spot wildlife and observe calving from a safe distance.
Motion‑sickness medication
Useful for anyone prone to seasickness on choppy stretches.