Float across Lago Rico and walk boardwalks that hug the forested shore to stand before Perito Moreno’s towering south face. This full-day combination of boat navigation and short trekking offers panoramic views, possible ice calving, and easy walking on mixed terrain.
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A cold wind pushes across Lago Rico as the boat slips toward the southern face of Perito Moreno. The glacier rises from the water like an ancient wall—layered blues and hard white—and the forested shore tightens into a narrow ribbon of boardwalks that snake along the lake. You step off the boat onto sandy, stony ground and follow the path under lenga trees; every now and then the glacier answers with a distant crack and booming calving.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short walks over uneven terrain and stairs but no technical climbing.
Wildlife
History
Perito Moreno sits in Los Glaciares National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site; the glacier is named for 19th-century explorer Francisco P. Moreno who studied Patagonia.
Conservation
Visitors are asked to stick to boardwalks and trails to protect fragile soils and forest; the park manages access to minimize disturbance to ice-front and shore habitats.
Reserve your spot on the El Calafate Trekking through the Blue Forest Walkways and Navigation today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring park fee in cash
Entrance to Los Glaciares National Park must be paid on arrival in Argentine pesos—bring sufficient cash to avoid delays.
Waterproof layers and wind protection
Spray from the lake and sudden Patagonian winds make a waterproof jacket and windproof layers essential all year.
Sturdy, non-slip footwear
The route includes sand, stones, slopes and stairs—waterproof trekking shoes with good grip improve comfort and safety.
Binoculars and camera with spare battery
Binoculars help spot calving and birdlife from the catwalks; cold drains batteries fast—bring a spare.
Waterproof jacket
Protects against spray, wind, and sudden temperature drops on the lake and catwalks.
Waterproof trekking shoes
Provides grip on sandy, stony paths and stability on stairs and slopes.
Sunglasses & sunscreen
Glare from ice and water increases UV exposure—protect eyes and skin even on cloudy days.
summer
Packed lunch and water
There is no onboard food service; bring a box lunch to eat by the forested shore as recommended.