Patagonia Glacier Cruise
- Hotel pick up
Take an unforgettable glacier cruise on the Argentinian Lake, where you'll see the most spectacular glaciers in Patagonia up close. An impressive sight that's sure to leave a lasting impression.
Glacier Cruise
The tour leaves from La Soledad port first thing in the morning. From here we'll begin our cruise taking in the glaciers of the Argentinian Lake.
Our yacht will tour the main points in the Glaciers National Park, first of all, the "Dry Glacier", one that's shrinking, with a spit of land sticking out, vegetation working hard to form a passage among the ice.
The tour then continues, admiring the Heim and Spegazzini Glaciers - the sheer walls of this mass of rock and ice are certainly its most impressive part at 135 metres tall.
Then we'll disembark from the cruise in Puesto de Las Vacas, to enjoy a 40-minute hike where your guide will immerse you in the history and stories of the region: all to the stunning backdrop of the unparalleled Patagonian landscape.
With our walk over, we'll get up close and personal with the Upsala Glacier. With a surface area of 870 square kilometres, it's the third largest glacier in the Southern Hemisphere. From the boat you'll be able to see its incredible expanse of ice, which is even used by the armed forces which are deployed in Antarctica.
Stunned still by this colossal wall of ice, you'll enjoy a delicious lunch on board, before navigating the Canal de los Témpanos, until we get to the north of the Perito Moreno glacier, the cherry on the cake in this captivating excursion on the Patagonian rivers of ice.
Finally, having disembarked again in the La Soledad port at about 5 pm, we'll say goodbye, or accompany you back to your hotel, depending on the option you have reserved.
Hotel Pick Up in El Calafate
If you choose this option we will pick you up from your hotel in El Calafate at the indicated time, and take you back once our tour is over.
VIP Cabin
Choosing the VIP Cabin option, instead of the standard option, gives you a delicious three-course meal as well as a drink and tea.
Important Information
- The boat captain may change the itinerary depending on weather conditions.
- The excursion does not include entry to the Los Glaciares National Park. This ticket costs 700 pesos (€16) for adults, or for children between 6 and 12 150 pesos (€4). Entry is free for children under 6. You must pay this fee in the local currency.
Price
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Duration
8 hours.
Language
This is a bilingual (English/Spanish) guided tour.
Included
Pick up and drop off at hotel (optional).
English speaking guide.
Transport by bus.
Boat tour of the glaciers of Argentino Lake.
Lunch on board.
VIP cabin on board with a maximum capacity of 16 people and 3 course lunch (optional).
Not included
Entrance to Los Glaciares National Park (700 pesos, €15, $17) in the local currency.
When to book?
Book as soon as possible to guarantee availability, especially during public holidays and festivities.
You can book up until the previous day (8:15 PM local time) if there are still places available.
Ticket
Once your booking has been confirmed, you will receive an email containing your booking voucher. Please print it out or download on your smartphone/tablet to show on the day of the activity.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Does this tour include walking on the walkways opposite the glacier?
A - No, walking on the walkways is not included as part of this activity.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you still have more questions, check out our section on frequently asked questions. If you need help to book an activity or have any enquiries, please contact us.
Accessibility
Yes
Meeting point
Puerto La Soledad.
