Board the intimate María Turquesa for an 11-hour gourmet cruise through Lago Argentino, with shore hikes, premium dining, and front-row views of Perito Moreno and other Patagonian glaciers. This full-day trip pairs calm waterway navigation with short guided hikes and close glacier encounters.
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Morning light slices across Lago Argentino as María Turquesa slips from Puerto La Soledad, four exterior decks opening to a panorama of blue ice and granite. The boat threads between floating bergs, the hull nudging a world where glaciers push and groan like living rock; every roll of the deck invites a closer look.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
11 hours (full day)
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; expect periods seated on the boat and a 30–90 minute uneven-terrain hike.
Wildlife
History
The Southern Patagonian Ice Field shaped local routes used by indigenous Tehuelche peoples and later gaucho explorers; modern access centers around El Calafate, established as a gateway to the park.
Conservation
Los Glaciares National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site; operators limit passenger numbers and use private ports to reduce shoreline impact—carry out waste and follow guide instructions to protect fragile tundra.
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Buy park entrance in cash
Los Glaciares National Park entrance is paid on arrival in cash—bring Argentine pesos to avoid delays.
Dress in windproof layers
Patagonian winds change fast—layer with a windproof shell and warm mid-layers to stay comfortable on deck and shore.
Sturdy shoes for shore hike
The Las Vacas trail includes uneven, rocky sections; bring closed-toe, grippy shoes for the disembarkation walk.
Bring binoculars and sun protection
Binoculars reveal calving details and wildlife; sunglasses and SPF protect against intense reflected light off ice.
Windproof waterproof jacket
Shields against strong winds and spray while on deck or ashore.
Sturdy waterproof walking shoes
Necessary for rocky, sometimes muddy terrain during the Las Vacas disembark hike.
Binoculars
Helps spot calvings, birds, and distant glacier features from the decks.
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Protects eyes and skin from bright reflected light off ice and water.