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Paddle a double kayak along the face of Perito Moreno Glacier and feel the glacier’s power close-up. This guided outing includes drysuits, thermal layers, snacks and a short interpretive route—ideal for moderately fit beginners.
Paddle a double kayak along the face of Perito Moreno Glacier and feel the glacier’s power close-up. This guided outing includes drysuits, thermal layers, snacks and a short interpretive route—ideal for moderately fit beginners.
The first strokes of the paddle slice glassy water beneath a wall of blue ice.
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Operated by RipioTurismo · El Calafate, Santa Cruz
The first strokes of the paddle slice glassy water beneath a wall of blue ice.
On this short expedition at Perito Moreno, participants launch close to the main parking area and edge along a shoreline where towering seracs lean forward and small bergs bob like shy islands. The glacier’s face—part of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field—cracks and groans; pieces periodically calve into Lake Argentino, reminders of the dynamic forces at work.
Perito Moreno sits inside Los Glaciares National Park, a UNESCO-protected landscape shaped by millennia of ice and wind. Local guides weave in natural history as they kit you into Gore-Tex drysuits, thermal layers, boots and life jackets, and brief on paddling technique and safety. The operation favors stability: double kayaks, grouped in pairs, with dry bags and sprayskirts provided for gear.
Expect roughly 2.5 hours total on-site with about 90 minutes of actual paddling. The route stays near the glacier’s face where water depth and floating ice dictate slow, careful movement—this is an observation and sensory experience more than a whitewater challenge. Snacks, hot drinks and lunch are included after the outing.
Practical notes: bring layered clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen for glare off the ice; carry identification (passport details are required at booking). Tours run most days outside the deep winter months; trips may be canceled for bad weather. Respect park rules: keep distance from fragile ice and pack out everything you bring in. The experience pairs visceral close-up glacier views with straightforward logistics—ideal for fit beginners who want to feel Patagonia’s raw, moving geology up close.
moderate.
2–3 hours.
Moderate fitness recommended: ability to sit and paddle for ~90 minutes and to handle short, low‑impact transfers on uneven ground.
The meeting point is near Perito Moreno’s main parking area; guides will brief participants there before gearing up.
No—this is a guided trip using stable double kayaks; basic paddling ability and moderate fitness are recommended.
Tours may be canceled for safety reasons due to wind, heavy precipitation or dangerous ice conditions; bookings are non‑refundable if canceled for weather under this operator’s policy.
Children aged 14–18 must be accompanied by an adult; specific age or weight limits may apply, so check at booking.
Perito Moreno is part of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field; the glacier’s unusual advances and retreats have long fascinated scientists and visitors.
Los Glaciares National Park regulates visits to protect fragile ice and shoreline habitat—follow Leave No Trace principles and avoid removing ice or disturbing wildlife.
RipioTurismo operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The first strokes of the paddle slice glassy water beneath a wall of blue ice.
The first strokes of the paddle slice glassy water beneath a wall of blue ice.
On this short expedition at Perito Moreno, participants launch close to the main parking area and edge along a shoreline where towering seracs lean forward and small bergs bob like shy islands. The glacier’s face—part of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field—cracks and groans; pieces periodically calve into Lake Argentino, reminders of the dynamic forces at work.
Perito Moreno sits inside Los Glaciares National Park, a UNESCO-protected landscape shaped by millennia of ice and wind. Local guides weave in natural history as they kit you into Gore-Tex drysuits, thermal layers, boots and life jackets, and brief on paddling technique and safety. The operation favors stability: double kayaks, grouped in pairs, with dry bags and sprayskirts provided for gear.
Expect roughly 2.5 hours total on-site with about 90 minutes of actual paddling. The route stays near the glacier’s face where water depth and floating ice dictate slow, careful movement—this is an observation and sensory experience more than a whitewater challenge. Snacks, hot drinks and lunch are included after the outing.
Practical notes: bring layered clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen for glare off the ice; carry identification (passport details are required at booking). Tours run most days outside the deep winter months; trips may be canceled for bad weather. Respect park rules: keep distance from fragile ice and pack out everything you bring in. The experience pairs visceral close-up glacier views with straightforward logistics—ideal for fit beginners who want to feel Patagonia’s raw, moving geology up close.