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Paddle a double kayak to water level and face the towering wall of Perito Moreno Glacier. This guided outing combines close-up glacier viewing with basic paddling instruction, round-trip transfers from El Calafate and hot drinks afterward.
Paddle a double kayak to water level and face the towering wall of Perito Moreno Glacier. This guided outing combines close-up glacier viewing with basic paddling instruction, round-trip transfers from El Calafate and hot drinks afterward.
You push off a dark, cold mirror of water and the glacier rearranges the horizon — a wall of blue ice that groans and unrolls tiny avalanches into the lake. From a double kayak you watch Perito Moreno’s face at eye level; the sound of calving is a low, tactile punctuation that follows each shift.
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Operated by Que Hacer en Buenos Aires · El Calafate, Santa Cruz
You push off a dark, cold mirror of water and the glacier rearranges the horizon — a wall of blue ice that groans and unrolls tiny avalanches into the lake. From a double kayak you watch Perito Moreno’s face at eye level; the sound of calving is a low, tactile punctuation that follows each shift.
Perito Moreno is part of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field, one of the largest temperate ice masses outside the poles. Unlike many glaciers that are retreating, Perito Moreno is famously advancing in pulses, offering frequent calving events visible from water and shore. The region carries the imprint of Tehuelche culture and later Patagonian ranching; today El Calafate serves as the gateway for visitors who come for ice, wind and wide skies.
This guided paddle places you in stable double kayaks in protected waters directly in front of the glacier. You don’t need prior experience — guides teach basic strokes, steering and cold-water safety before launch. Transport from El Calafate is typically included and hot drinks and snacks warm you after the outing.
Practicalities: expect wind and rapidly changing weather, dress in breathable insulating layers and a waterproof outer shell. Bring sunscreen and a waterproof case for a camera — reflections and blue ice make for dramatic photos. Fitness-wise, moderate endurance and shoulder strength help; the trip is short but requires active paddling and attention to group instructions. Respect distance rules set by guides; the glacier’s movements are powerful and unpredictable.
moderate.
3–4 hours.
Moderate fitness and basic upper-body endurance; comfortable with short bursts of paddling and getting in/out of a kayak.
No — guides provide a basic paddling and safety briefing; the tour uses stable double kayaks suitable for beginners.
Temperatures near the glacier are significantly colder than El Calafate; wind chill and spray make a waterproof shell and insulating layers essential.
Yes — round-trip transportation from El Calafate to the launch point is generally included in the tour price.
Bookings for this activity are non-refundable (all sales final), so check weather and personal plans before reserving.
Perito Moreno sits on the Southern Patagonian Ice Field; its repeated advances and calving events have made it one of the most observed glaciers in Argentina and a focal point for regional tourism around El Calafate.
Los Glaciares National Park is protected under Argentine law; visitors are asked to stick to permitted zones, carry out waste and follow guide instructions to minimize disturbance to fragile glacial and shoreline environments.
Que Hacer en Buenos Aires operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You push off a dark, cold mirror of water and the glacier rearranges the horizon — a wall of blue ice that groans and unrolls tiny avalanches into the lake. From a double kayak you watch Perito Moreno’s face at eye level; the sound of calving is a low, tactile punctuation that follows each shift.
You push off a dark, cold mirror of water and the glacier rearranges the horizon — a wall of blue ice that groans and unrolls tiny avalanches into the lake. From a double kayak you watch Perito Moreno’s face at eye level; the sound of calving is a low, tactile punctuation that follows each shift.
Perito Moreno is part of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field, one of the largest temperate ice masses outside the poles. Unlike many glaciers that are retreating, Perito Moreno is famously advancing in pulses, offering frequent calving events visible from water and shore. The region carries the imprint of Tehuelche culture and later Patagonian ranching; today El Calafate serves as the gateway for visitors who come for ice, wind and wide skies.
This guided paddle places you in stable double kayaks in protected waters directly in front of the glacier. You don’t need prior experience — guides teach basic strokes, steering and cold-water safety before launch. Transport from El Calafate is typically included and hot drinks and snacks warm you after the outing.
Practicalities: expect wind and rapidly changing weather, dress in breathable insulating layers and a waterproof outer shell. Bring sunscreen and a waterproof case for a camera — reflections and blue ice make for dramatic photos. Fitness-wise, moderate endurance and shoulder strength help; the trip is short but requires active paddling and attention to group instructions. Respect distance rules set by guides; the glacier’s movements are powerful and unpredictable.