Sail into one of Los Glaciares National Park’s least-visited arms, hike to the base of hanging glaciers, and finish on the walkways above Perito Moreno. This full-day combination of boat and short hikes delivers close-up ice scenery and interpretive insights.
Sail into one of Los Glaciares National Park’s least-visited arms, hike to the base of hanging glaciers, and finish on the walkways above Perito Moreno. This full-day combination of boat and short hikes delivers close-up ice scenery and interpretive insights.
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Operated by Patagonia Dreams · El Calafate, Santa Cruz
A low-angled Patagonian sun cuts across Lake Argentino as the small ship pulls away from Puerto Punta Bandera. Wind tugs at jackets and the Canal de los Témpanos opens like a channel through time—blue ice cliffs and black basalt meeting in glacial geometry. Travelers disembark on rocky shorelines, step into the Andean forest, and walk toward waterfalls fed directly from hanging glaciers.
moderate.
11 hours.
Suitable for people in regular physical condition; involves short hikes over uneven terrain and long periods aboard a boat.
The full excursion is approximately 11 hours from hotel pickup to return, including boat time and two short hikes.
No—entrance to Los Glaciares National Park is paid on arrival in Argentine pesos; Visa is usually accepted but carry cash as backup.
Hikes are short (about 700 m and 1,000 m) on uneven terrain; they are suitable for most people in regular physical condition but not recommended for those with serious spinal or cardiovascular conditions.
Yes—hotel pickup from El Calafate is included in the tour price per the itinerary details.
Los Glaciares National Park was established in 1937 and later recognized by UNESCO for its glacial landscapes and biodiversity.
Glaciers in the park are sensitive to climate change; visitors are asked to stay on designated paths, pack out waste, and follow guide instructions to minimize impact.
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