Top El Calafate Half-day Tours

Plan an outdoor excursion in El Calafate with this half-day tour including your choice of a guided hike, zipline adventure, or 4x4 tour. Begin the trek with a scenic drive in a 4x4 to ascend Mount Huyliche up to the Calafate balconies, offering views of Lake Argentino and the Andes Mountains. Choose your adventure at the time of booking, and continue on by zipline, hike, or drive.

It begins with a visit to Punta Walichu, site archaeological located 8 km from the town, you can see the traces of the first men who walked these lands. A walk along the eaves and caves will allow you to observe cave paintings (originals and reproductions) as well as a exceptional view of Lake Argentino and the Andes mountains. The circuit also goes through the main streets of the old town, showing the typical first constructions of the pioneers, as well as the downtown buildings current civic. 17 There will be a visit to the Coastal Walk and the Bahía Redonda, a few meters from the shore of the Argentino Lake, where you can see the abundant local birdlife. As a last stop, at the Center of Historical Interpretation will be observed, through of a self-guided tour, the most important facts historical relevance from the ice ages to the present.

Traveling by 4x4 gives you the option of getting off-road and exploring parts of the wild Patagonian landscape that would be nearly impossible to access by foot or by car. This tour takes you to an incredible viewpoint at the top of Huyliche Hill that overlooks El Calafate, an alpine lake, and even as far as Fit Roy Mount on a clear day. Other sights you might see along the way include fossils, wild condors, and the Patagonian steppe.

Tour El Calafate and the Walichu Caves' ancient art on this 3-hour coach tour with an informative guide who shares about the history, population and unique geological features of this region. Visit the banks of Lago Argentino to view the rock paintings in Walichu Caves, which date back 4,000 years. Enjoy an informative tour of Old Town Calafate including the El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off in El Calafate.

Explore the icy wilderness of Argentina’s El Calafate region on a sea safari that takes in the dramatic views of the Perito Moreno glacier. Experience the peace and tranquility of this frozen place, and see the ice falls into the Lago Rico. Visit the footbridges on land for a closer look, and stand on purpose-built balconies that get you as close to the glacier as possible.

Hike El Perito Moreno Glacier on this full-day tour from El Cafate. This trip is a must-do for thrill-seekers and adventure travelers. This full-day expedition includes pickup and drop-off at your hotel in El Calafate, a boat ride from Bajo de las Sombras port as well as all the necessary glacier-hiking equipment like crampons and ice axes. A professional local guide ensures your safety and enjoyment.

Go see some of the world’s most amazing glaciers before they disappear during this full-day tour of Lake Argentino. View multiple glaciers from the ship including Upsala, Seco, Heim, Spegazzini and Perito Moreno. Stop for a short guided walk and enjoy panoramic views of the glaciers and enjoy a boxed lunch with a non-alcoholic drink while you sail.

Explore Perito Moreno Glacier during this full-day sightseeing tour from El Calafate. Board a comfortable tour bus in the morning with a small group and a local guide. Disembark near the glacier to stroll along the walkways and get a closer view of the glacier, you may even see huge chunks of ice 'calving', or falling off. Enjoy an optional boat ride in the pristine icy waters for a different perspective.

Experience the majestic icy expanse of the Perito Moreno Glacier on this full-day tour from El Calafate. Enjoy views of the peaks of Los Glaciares National Park with a professional guide, and take an optional boat ride on Lago Argentino for an up-close perspective on the fantastic formation. You might even witness the glacier’s signature movement and cracking sounds from detaching icebergs.

Relax on your Patagonian vacation by pre-booking this one-way transfer service to or from Comandante Armando Tola International Airport (FTE). You can bypass the long taxi lines at the airport and proceed directly to your El Calafate hotel in a comfortable shuttle with plenty of room for your party and all of your luggage. This transfer is also available from your hotel to the airport.

Simplify arrival to El Calafate in Argentina with a private airport transfer. Get picked up by your private driver in the airport arrivals hall and receive help with your luggage. Skip the stress of finding a taxi and travel directly to the address of your choice in El Calafate. Drivers are bilingual and a round-trip transfer option is also available.

Visit the stunning Perito Moreno glacier on this full-day trip from El Calafate. Ride via coach to Los Glaciares National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to explore the park's scenic lookouts and walkways to see the glacier from a multitude of different angles. Opt for a boat ride along Perito Moreno's dramatic front side for additional spectacular views of the icy giant.

Discover Upsala Glacier and Estancia Cristina on this full-day adventure from El Calafate. Sail past icebergs on Patagonia's Lago Argentino to Estancia Cristina, a historical sheep and cattle ranch at the end of the world. Tour Estancia Cristina, then choose between an off-road 4x4 tour to Upsala Glacier or a walk to a pristine nearby waterfall.

General information: Nativo Experience is a 4x4 midday excursion along the coast of Lake Argentino. Ideal for the day of arrival or departure, it has an anthropological approach, making a journey through time on the passage of man in these lands, rediscovering stories of the first expeditions and daring that ventured into the unknown.

Enjoy the stunning scenery of Argentinean Patagonia from a whole new perspective, that will allow you contemplate it in all its inmensity. The Calafate Balcony in 4WD tour takes you to a panoramic viewpoint in all terrain vechicles, to observe the entire area of El Calafate, the hills of Chalten and Perito Moreno Glacier from the same place. In addition, we will have the pleasure of ending the tour with different descents in which we will be able to choose one of the following options: 4x4, trekking or zip line and all the descents will take us to the Estancia Huyliche to have lunch.

We begin with a visit to Punta Walichu, an archaeological site located 8 km from the town, which will show you the footprints of the first men who walked these lands. You will visit the Coastal Walk and the Bahía Redonda, a few meters from the shore of Lake Argentino, where you will be able to observe the abundant local bird life. As a last stop, at the Historical Interpretation Center you will observe through a self-guided visit, the events of greatest historical relevance from the glaciations to the present. Participate in the history of the place, contemplating El Calafate, on the shores of the imposing. (From December 15 to March 15, the afternoon departure is 5:00 p.m.)

Adventure and nature lovers get both on this half-day tour of Patagonian highlights around El Calafate, Argentina. A chairlift and a hardcore 4-wheel-drive vehicle give exciting access to views over Argentino Lake (the largest freshwater lake in Argentina), the Andes mountains, and the Perito Moreno Glacier which is part of the Southern Patagonian Icefield and is located in Los Glaciares National Park.

You will visit the most traditional places of the tourist village, learn about our history, the facts of greater historical relevance from the glaciations to the present.

Learn about countryside living in Patagonia when you visit the May 25th Ranch in El Calafate. See old tools that were once used at the machines “museum,” learn about sheep shearing and wool production, and walk through an onsite plant nursery. One of the highlights of the tour is sitting down to a traditional Argentinian meal complete with a live folk dance show.

Visit Estancia 25 de Mayo, a sprawling  42,000-acre (17,000-hectare) ranch with a historical main house outside El Calafate. Traveling in a comfortable 4x4 vehicle, ascend the Huyliche and Calafate hills. Destination: an outpost of the Villalba family residences—the first inhabitants of this land. Learn about the family’s history and the native flora and fauna, then enjoy a typical Argentinian lunch.

Patagonian sights, flora, fauna, culture, cuisine, and adventure combine in this 4WD tour around El Calafate, Argentina which includes the coast of Lake Argentino (the largest freshwater lake in the country), the Andes mountains, culturally significant sites (including cave paintings made by the Tehuelche indigenous group), and a traditional Patagonian meal.

Adventure aboard jeeps, making scheduled stops of El Calafate, The Lago Argentino, and The Andes. You'll enjoy a panoramic view of El Calafate and the central part of Lake Argentino. The tour offers stunning views of the Andes Mountains and the glacier accumulation zone, leading towards the Boca del Diablo. If the weather is clear, you might even catch sight of the Fitz Roy and Torre mountains in El Chaltén. Keep an eye out for the magnificent flight of the Condors, a truly unforgettable sight. For those looking for an even more immersive experience, choose our BALCON & QUAD EXPERIENCE option. Ride on Quads for an 8 km journey into the heart of Cerro Huyliche. Throughout the entire journey, our guides will accompany you, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience. After an hour of travel in a 4WD vehicle, we'll arrive at the starting point for the Quad adventure, the Quads allow you to explore the ancient geography and discover the most picturesque corners of Cerro Huyliche.

Upon entering the farm, receive warm Patagonian hospitality with mates, carreteiro coffee and fried pies, while the resort's immersive narrative comes to life. Witness traditional sheep shearing, accompanied by an in-depth talk on wool production. Explore the resort's corners, from ancient buildings to a vibrant plant nursery and the organic vegetable garden that supplies the barbecue area. At the "Mirador del Arroyo", taste a mountain wine paired with the irresistible flavor of confit lamb. Those who opt for an afternoon in the field relax, returning to their hotels with transportation provided. Those who enjoy the complete experience, with a show scene, head to a restaurant for a varied Patagonian dinner and a live folklore show. Book now and indulge in an authentic journey through Patagonian tradition, making your stay in El Calafate a true moment of enchantment and discovery.