Top Activities on the Ground in El Calafate

Break less of a sweat than you would on traditional El Chaltén hiking tours on a gentle trekking day trip that’s ideal for less-experienced walkers. You’ll embark on two low-exertion walks that still reveal spectacular views of the landscapes, at a relaxed pace that’s tailored to the whole group.

Travel to Torres del Paine in a rugged adventure truck, using an unpaved short cut to shave hours from your time in transit. That means more time in Torres del Paine National Park, where you’ll spend the morning hiking to viewpoints with spectacular perspectives on the mountain landscape. After a provided, picnic lunch, set out on a 2-hour hike to Lake Pehoé and Lake Nordenskjöld.

Check out the magnificent Perito Moreno Glacier, which can reach up to over 260ft (80m) high, on this full day trek, either guided or non-guided- your choice. You'll have a chance to walk along the glacier walkways, and get tons of photos from viewpoints along the way. This tour starts in Los Glaciares National park, which is about 50m (80km) from El Calafate.

Spend a full or half-day in Estancia Nibepo Aike in Los Glaciares National Park and experience Patagonian rural life on this tour from El Calafate. Go on a horseback riding expedition (full-day option), marvel at the rugged natural scenery, watch a sheep shearing demonstration, hike and enjoy a local grilled-lamb lunch. Pickup and drop-off at select hotels in El Calafate provided.

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.

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.

Admire the UNESCO-listed Perito Moreno Glacier and the spectacular landscapes of Los Glaciares National Park from two different perspectives on a day trip from El Calafate. Not only will you enjoy ample time to see the glacier from the boardwalks, you’ll also get closer to the ice during a boat trip on Argentino Lake (Lago Argentino).

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.

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.

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.

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.

Enjoy the possibility of visiting the footbridges of the Perito Moreno Glacier accompanied by one of our expert guides, or walk them in a self-guided way to enjoy every corner of this wonderful place. Also, take the opportunity to add to your visit to the catwalks, a navigation of approximately 1 hour in front of the walls, and prepare to be dazzled by its breaks: a front that oscillates between 40 and 80 meters high above the Lake level will be decorating all your photos. Without a doubt, a unique opportunity to be amazed by this World Heritage Site.

Spend an afternoon hiking and exploring outside of El Calafate on a visit to La Leona Petrified Forest. Along the way you’ll stop at Hotel La Leona, an old roadhouse that once housed Butch Cassidy, and travel past some of Patagonia’s most alluring scenery, including Mt Fitz Roy and Argentino Lake. Then enjoy an easy guided trek through La Leona’s moon-like forest, keeping an eye out for fossilized dinosaur bones and petrified trees. Your day-long tour includes round-trip air-conditioned transport and a boxed lunch.

Spend a full day trekking the Perito Moreno Glacier on this tour from El Calafate. Leave the city life behind to explore the glacier's balconies and some hidden corners of the glacier with your expert guide. This is a shared tour in which to enjoy the activity we will be divide between 10 and 15 people and includes transport by an air-conditioned coach and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Discover the National Capital of Trekking and be amazed by this mountain village. Be mesmerized by the incredible landscapes and explore some of its trails. We will embark on a journey to the town of El Chaltén (National Capital of Trekking), located 220 km from El Calafate. During our journey, we will cross the Santa Cruz River and make a brief stop at Estancia La Leona. We will then continue our journey to El Chaltén, skirting the Viedma Lake with its homonymous glacier. Weather permitting, you will have breathtaking views of Mount Chaltén and Mount Torre, as well as the Viedma Glacier and its stunning icebergs. Upon arrival in Chaltén, you will have 5 hours to explore and enjoy this small mountain village. Available year-round and ideal for those who prefer a less demanding hike. Visit the Mirador de los Cóndores, approximately 700 meters away with low difficulty, and the Chorrillo del Salto, a completely flat 300-meter walk. You will be accompanied by a guide.

The Perito Moreno Glacier, is unique for its characteristics, not only the easy access from land makes it famous, but it is one of the 3 glaciers in the world that is not in retreat. In addition to these unique characteristics, without a doubt being able to walk on it, it is a unique and unforgettable experience for anyone taking this tour. Walk 1.30 hours on the Glacier Sail the South Arm of Lake Argentino Walk the national park walkways at your own pace and style. After the walk, a toast will be included to remember this sensation of walking on the Perito Moreno Glacier, as one of the best moments in your vacation in the Argentine Patagonia.

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.

Get ‘wild’ on your visit to El Calafate by enjoying this full-day trek to El Chalten in Los Glaciares National Park. Marvel at the rugged peaks of the Andes and Argentino Lake as you drive along the famous Route 40. When you reach El Chalten, you’ll get to enjoy a range of independent or guided hiking trails within this scenic area. A boxed lunch is also included to help fuel the adventure.

You will sail through Lake Argentino, enjoying unique views. The walk on the glacier, more intense and challenging than the traditional Minitrekking, will take you to discover crevasses, lagoons and seracs. Wearing crampons, you'll trek across the ice, visit a waterfall, and toast aboard the return boat. Designed for athletic people ages 18 to 55, this extreme adventure offers a unique experience for nature lovers. If you have already explored the glacier the traditional way and are looking for a greater challenge, or are willing to take on an advanced level of physical and mental challenge, this experience will stimulate your senses and offer you an unparalleled opportunity to push your limits to the next level.

Designed to delight the active and adventurous traveler, this full-day trekking tour of Patagonia’s Glacier National Park uncovers the dramatic beauty of the El Calafate region. Hike through unspoiled virgin forest, marvel at the Grande, Cubo, and Dickson Glaciers, and absorb the unique scenery of Laka Roca during a boat ride. Lunch, refreshments, and hotel pickup and drop-off in El Calafate are included on this advanced hiking tour, limited to a small group of 12.

Immerse yourself in the natural wonder of the Minitrekking Tour on the Perito Moreno glacier. The Perito Moreno Glaciers are one of the most impressive destinations in the world in terms of glacial landscape. The experience of walking on ice allows you to closely appreciate the majesty of these glaciers, with their unique shapes, shades of deep blue and spectacular panoramic views. Mini trekking in the Perito Moreno Glaciers is a special experience recommended due to its combination of natural beauty, adventure, environmental education and accessibility, which allows you to connect deeply with a truly extraordinary natural environment.

El Chaltén is the Argentine Capital of Trekking. In this stunning natural setting you have multiple and varied options for walking, climbing, hiking or walking. Strong emotions begin long before arriving, when distance divides the mountains and glaciers that make them unique in this corner of Patagonia.

The Perito Moreno Glacier is one of Patagonia’s most spectacular natural landmarks and the landscapes that surround it are equally interesting. Gain a comprehensive overview of El Calafate’s cultural and natural gems on this day trip, which includes a boat ride on Lago Argentino. Feast on Argentinian delicacies at the Nibepo Aike Estancia ranch, enjoy a gentle hike through a beech forest, and marvel at the magnificent Perito Moreno Glacier from a variety of viewing platforms. Lunch, refreshments, and hotel pickup and drop-off in El Calafate are included.