Lake Viedma Glaciers Boat Tour
Activity Details
At the scheduled time, we’ll pick you up from your hotel in El Calafate and head off toward one of the most beautiful spots in Santa Cruz Province, deep in Argentine Patagonia.
We’ll drive along Route 40, skirting Lake Argentino along the way. About halfway there, we’ll stop at Hotel La Leona, right on the banks of the river, where you can stretch your legs and buy some breakfast if you wish. Once you’ve recharged, we’ll continue the journey and, after around 3 hours on the road in total, arrive at Bahía Túnel port.
From this dock just outside El Chaltén, we’ll set off on our cruise across Lake Viedma. Ready for the views? We’ll sail over its striking turquoise waters while taking in the pale, snowy tones of the Huemul Massif rising in the distance, one of the region’s most iconic peaks.
We’ll keep cruising and, after about 40 minutes, dock at Cabo de Hornos Bay. From there, you’ll enjoy postcard-worthy scenery inside Los Glaciares National Park, with drifting ice blocks in Iceberg Bay and the dramatic peaks of the Andes as a backdrop.
After soaking up these incredible landscapes, we’ll head back to the boat and enjoy a sandwich, a brownie, and mineral water, all included. As we continue sailing, you can also buy lunch at the onboard bar while we make our way toward Viedma Glacier, the largest glacier in Argentina. From the deck, you’ll get an up-close look at its massive ancient wall of ice, with its deep blue hues and ever-shifting textures.
Finally, we’ll sail back to Bahía Túnel port. From there, we’ll drive about 3 hours back to your hotel in El Calafate, wrapping up this 12.5-hour experience.
More Information
Duration
12h 30m.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop–off
Transport by bus or minibus
Cruise on Lake Viedma
English–speaking guide
Sandwich, brownie, and mineral water onboard
Not included
Admission to Glaciers National Park: 15,000 ARS (US$ 10.73) for Argentine adults, 45,000 ARS (US$ 32.21) for non–national adults, and is free for children under 5 years old of any nationality
When to book?
You can book up until 30 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability conditions
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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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.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 1 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Ryan's Travel S.a. Corporate name: RYAN'STRAVEL S.A. Registered Office: Cuyo 2355, 2, Martinez, Argentina Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): CUIT 30662119012 Contact information Email: nico@ryanstravel.com Phone: + 54 9 11 3623-9112
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