Walk across Perito Moreno Glacier on a guided mini-trek, including a short boat crossing and time on the park’s panoramic walkways. This full-day excursion combines hands-on glacier travel with accessible viewpoints and expert bilingual guides.
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You step off the modest boat onto an ice-smudged shore and the glacier fills the horizon—blue walls groan and calve in the distance, each crack a pronouncement. Cold air bites clean, and your guide clips crampons on with practiced hands; within minutes the glacier’s ridges and sunlit moulins start to shape the day.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
8–10 hours (including transfers)
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness required: comfortable walking on uneven ground and ability to follow guided pace for 1–2 hours on ice
Wildlife
History
Los Glaciares National Park was established in 1937 and recognized by UNESCO in 1981; Perito Moreno is named after explorer Francisco Moreno and is notable for its advancing and calving cycles.
Conservation
The park is managed to balance access and protection—stay on marked trails, avoid disturbing wildlife, and carry out waste; tour operators follow strict safety and environmental rules.
Reserve your spot on the Perito Moreno Ice Trek: Minitrekking with Walkways and Boat Ride today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Wear stiff-soled boots
Bring ankle-supporting hiking boots — crampons attach over them and provide traction on firm ice.
Layer for wind and sun
Patagonian weather swings rapidly; pack a warm midlayer plus a windproof shell and sunglasses.
Hydrate and snack
Carry water and high-energy snacks; the trek is active and cold can mask dehydration.
Follow guide instructions
Guides manage rope lines, crampon use and route choice—obeying them keeps the group safe on crevassed ice.
Ankle-supporting hiking boots
Necessary for crampon attachment and stable footing on ice and wet trails.
Warm insulating layers
Fleece or wool midlayer and a warm hat maintain core temperature between gusts.
Windproof/waterproof shell
Protects against Patagonian wind and spray during boat crossings and on exposed ice.
Sunglasses & high-SPF sunscreen
Prevents snow glare and UV exposure reflected off the ice, especially in bright conditions.
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