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Experience the massive ice walls of Los Glaciares National Park from the water on a Perito Moreno Glacier boat tour. Choose from quick navigational add-ons to full-day gourmet cruises that visit multiple glaciers across Lake Argentino.
Free Cancellation A full-day trip from El Calafate to explore the Perito Moreno Glacier, its ice walls, and local glaciology.
Free Cancellation Navigate the major glaciers of Los Glaciares National Park with gourmet dining and an optional walk at Perito Moreno.
Free Cancellation Explore Perito Moreno Glacier via its network of walkways and a one-hour boat trip past its massive ice walls.
Free Cancellation Walk the scenic viewpoints of the Perito Moreno Glacier and take an optional boat ride near its towering ice walls.
Free Cancellation Experience the scale of Perito Moreno Glacier on a full-day journey from El Calafate to Los Glaciares National Park.
Free Cancellation See all five major glaciers of Lake Argentino and hike the Spegazzini Channel on this full-day boat expedition.
Free Cancellation Explore the Perito Moreno Glacier via its network of walkways and an optional boat ride from El Calafate.
Free Cancellation Explore the Perito Moreno Glacier with a guided walk along the park's scenic boardwalks and a one-hour boat cruise.
Free Cancellation See the Perito Moreno Glacier up close on a family-friendly boat tour through the waters of Patagonia.
Free Cancellation Explore the Perito Moreno Glacier's massive ice walls via forest walkways and optional boat tours from El Calafate.
Read what travelers share about their experience visiting Perito Moreno Glacier — from practical tips to personal highlights.
A Perito Moreno Glacier boat tour offers a spectacular full-day excursion from El Calafate into the heart of Los Glaciares National Park. You will combine time exploring the extensive steel walkways with an up-close boat navigation, giving you an unparalleled perspective of the glacier's towering 74-meter-high ice walls.
Spend hours wandering along four kilometers of multi-tiered steel boardwalks. These paths offer panoramic, safe viewing angles of the glacier's southern flank and east-facing edge.
Board a catamaran and glide across the freezing waters of Lake Argentino. These 1-hour navigations bring you right up to the massive ice face to photograph its intricate blue patterns.
Listen for the thunderous, cracking roar echoing across the water. If you are patient, you might witness colossal blue icebergs breaking off and crashing into the lake below.
For a premium experience, full-day cruises navigate to multiple glaciers including Spegazzini and Upsala. Enjoy a comfortable ride with onboard dining and dedicated play areas for children.
Many bus tours make a brief stop at the 'Curve of Sighs' on the drive in. This roadside viewpoint provides your very first breathtaking glimpse of the glacier.
Some tours include a low-difficulty hike along the glacier coast. This allows you to explore the natural terrain and gentle slopes near the water's edge before boarding your boat.
Planning your trip to the Perito Moreno Glacier requires a bit of logistical preparation. Here are the essential details you need to know before securing your boat tour tickets.
The Los Glaciares National Park entrance fee is almost never included in the tour price. For the 2025-2026 season, foreign adults must pay ARS 45,000 (increasing to 50,000 in June 2026) in cash or via the official web portal.
You must provide your passport name, number, nationality, and date of birth at the time of booking. Additionally, digital copies of passports for all passengers are strictly required by local authorities to confirm your boat ride.
Tour operators provide pickup from centrally located hotels in El Calafate that have a reception desk. If you are staying at an Airbnb or a hotel on the city outskirts, you will be assigned a central meeting point.
Expect a full-day commitment. Standard tours combining the walkways and a 1-hour boat ride take about 8 hours, while comprehensive multi-glacier cruises can last up to 11 hours.
The glacier creates its own freezing microclimate. You must dress in layers, including a windproof and waterproof jacket, thermal shirts, gloves, and a beanie, even in the middle of summer.
The main viewing decks are partially accessible via elevators and ramps. If you book a boat tour, check the vessel; the Classic deck on the Glaciares Gourmet cruise is wheelchair accessible, but Premium decks are not.
Unlike the strict age limits for ice trekking, boat tours and walkway excursions are suitable for all ages. Infants must sit on an adult's lap during the bus and boat rides.
Most standard boat and walkway tours offer a full refund if canceled at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. However, check specific holiday blackout dates where all sales might be final.
| Classic Walkways & Optional Boat Ride | Glaciares Gourmet Full-Day Cruise | Blue Safari & Coastal Hike | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | 8 hours | 11 hours | 8 hours |
| Best for | First-time visitors and budget travelers | Travelers wanting a comprehensive, luxury sightseeing experience | Families and those seeking light adventure without ice trekking |
| Includes | Hotel transport, bilingual guide, 3 hours at walkways, optional 1-hour boat ride | Catamaran cruise to 5 glaciers, lunch, optional hotel transfers, optional walkway disembarkment | Boat navigation, guided hike along the glacier coast, hotel transport |
| Price from | $76 USD | $225 USD | $126 USD |
Los Glaciares National Park operates on a seasonal schedule. The park is open every day of the year except for December 25 and January 1.
If you are driving yourself, arriving right at 8:00 AM in the summer is highly recommended to experience the walkways before the large tour buses arrive.
The Perito Moreno Glacier is located approximately 80 kilometers west of El Calafate. Most visitors use El Calafate as their base camp.
The ideal time to visit the Perito Moreno Glacier is during the southern hemisphere summer, from December to March. During these months, the weather is at its warmest, daylight hours are long, and all boat tours and excursions operate at full capacity.
The shoulder seasons of October to November and April to May are also excellent choices. You will encounter fewer crowds, beautiful autumn foliage (in April/May), and slightly lower prices, though you should be prepared for brisker winds.
Avoid visiting from June to August if possible. This is the Patagonian winter, bringing extreme cold (down to -2°C), limited daylight, and potential road closures due to heavy snow. Many specialized excursions do not run during this time.
The main viewing area of the Perito Moreno Glacier is well-equipped for visitors with limited mobility. The park features a partially accessible network of trails and ramps.
Note that wheelchair users must be accompanied by a companion, and adventure activities like coastal hikes or ice trekking are not accessible.
While Los Glaciares National Park is a protected wilderness area, the main Perito Moreno visitor center offers basic amenities to keep you comfortable during your full-day trip.
To protect the fragile Patagonian ecosystem and ensure visitor safety, the national park enforces strict regulations:
No, the entrance fee to Los Glaciares National Park is almost never included in the tour price. For the 2025-2026 season, foreign adults must pay ARS 45,000 (increasing to ARS 50,000 in June 2026) either online in advance or in cash at the park gates.
Yes, you must bring your physical passport. Tour operators require your passport details at the time of booking, and local authorities require a digital or physical copy to allow you to board the boats.
Generally, no. Most tour operators only provide direct pickup from centrally located hotels that have a reception desk. If you are staying in an Airbnb or an apartment, the operator will assign you a nearby central meeting point.
The boats navigate close enough to give you a spectacular, towering view of the 60 to 74-meter-high ice walls. However, they maintain a strict, safe distance to protect passengers from the massive waves caused by sudden ice calving.
It depends on the specific boat. For instance, the Classic deck on the Glaciares Gourmet cruise is wheelchair accessible, but the Premium deck is not. The main walkway viewpoints on land do feature ramps and an elevator.
You need to dress in multiple layers, often referred to as the 'onion' method. Bring a windproof and waterproof jacket, thermal shirts, a warm beanie, and gloves, as the wind coming off the glacier and the lake is freezing even in summer.
If you book a standard full-day tour with an optional boat safari, the navigation portion lasts about 1 hour. If you book a comprehensive cruise like the Glaciares Gourmet, you will be on the water for a large portion of the 11-hour day.
Yes, boat tours and walkway excursions are completely safe and suitable for all ages. Infants are welcome but are required to sit on an adult's lap during the bus and boat rides.
No, the use of drones is strictly prohibited everywhere within Los Glaciares National Park. Park rangers strictly enforce this rule to protect the local wildlife and preserve the natural peace of the area.
There is a very high chance you will witness ice calving, especially during the warmer summer months. You will often hear a loud cracking sound a few seconds before a massive chunk of ice falls into Lake Argentino.
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Spend a full day exploring Los Glaciares National Park on this excursion from El Calafate. You will walk along the park's network of boardwalks, which offer various viewpoints of the Perito Moreno Glacier. From these platforms, you can see the towering ice walls and deep crevasses that characterize this massive ice formation. During the visit, you will learn about the region’s glaciology and the unique behavior of this specific glacier. This includes the process behind the 'ice bridge,' a rare rupture phenomenon that happens every few years. If you select the boat safari option, you will also take a navigation across Lake Argentino to view the glacier's southern face from the water.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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This navigation travels across Lake Argentino to reach the Spegazzini, Upsala, and Perito Moreno glaciers, as well as the hanging glaciers of Seco and Heim. The tour takes place on the Maria Turquesa Cruiser, which features a dedicated play area for children. Passengers have the option to disembark at the Perito Moreno balconies to view the ice walls from the walkway system. There are two main service levels available on board. The Classic experience includes a gourmet lunch box consisting of a hot sandwich, side, drink, and dessert, served on the main or first deck. For a more secluded environment, the Premium Gourmet Experience is hosted in a private lounge for 16 people. This upgrade includes a four-course lunch with wine, a breakfast snack, a closing toast, and unlimited non-alcoholic drinks and infusions, along with access to a private balcony and bathroom.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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This tour provides a comprehensive view of the Perito Moreno Glacier from both land and water. You will spend time on the network of walkways located directly across from the glacier, which you can navigate at your own pace or with the assistance of a guide. These trails offer multiple vantage points to observe the ice field and the surrounding Andean forest. The experience also includes a one-hour boat trip along the glacier’s southern wall. Sailing across Lake Argentino allows you to see the true scale of the ice, which reaches heights of up to 80 meters. If the timing is right, you may witness ice blocks breaking off the face and crashing into the water below.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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This tour departs from El Calafate for an 80-kilometer drive to the walkways facing the Perito Moreno Glacier. You will spend the day exploring a network of stairs and paths that connect various viewpoints, allowing you to see the glacier from multiple heights and angles within the national park. You have the option to include a one-hour boat ride on the Rico Branch of Lake Argentino, which approaches within 150 meters of the glacier’s southern face. National park entry fees for the Río Mitre and Perito Moreno sector are required and can be paid at the entrance in pesos or by card, though purchasing tickets online in advance is recommended.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Depart El Calafate for a full-day trip to Los Glaciares National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The journey by coach includes a stop at the 'Curva de los Suspiros' (Curve of the Sighs), providing your first vantage point of the Perito Moreno glacier before arriving at the main visitor area. At the glacier, you can explore a series of interconnected walkways and viewing platforms. These paths are designed to offer views of the ice from different heights and perspectives, where you can observe ice calving—the process where large chunks of ice break away and fall into Lake Argentino. You may also choose to upgrade the experience with a one-hour boat cruise. This excursion travels along the glacier's massive front wall, offering a close-up look at the ice formations from the water.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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This excursion is the most comprehensive boat tour in Los Glaciares National Park, visiting the Upsala, Spegazzini, Perito Moreno, Heim, and Seco glaciers in a single day. Sailing across Lake Argentino on a modern vessel, you will get close views of these massive ice walls. The itinerary also includes a one-hour guided walk through the forest at Puesto de Las Vacas, a scenic spot in the Spegazzini Channel, followed by a Patagonian lunch served while on board. You can choose from three booking tiers depending on your transport needs. The first includes round-trip transfers from El Calafate and a visit to the Perito Moreno glacier walkways. The second option provides the boat tour with round-trip hotel transfers. The third option is for the boat tour only, requiring you to make your own way to the port.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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The tour begins with an 80-kilometer drive from El Calafate to Los Glaciares National Park. Established in 1937 and designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1981, the park protects massive ice fields that have formed over thousands of years. The primary focus of the visit is the Perito Moreno Glacier, a rare advancing glacier that serves as a remnant of the last two million years of glacial activity. Once at the park, you can explore the extensive system of walkways that offer various vantage points of the glacier’s face. For a closer look, there is an optional boat excursion across the lake. Viewing the glacier from the water level allows you to appreciate the true scale of the ice walls, which stand between 40 and 80 meters above the lake surface, and provides a front-row seat to the frequent ice calving events.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Depart El Calafate early in the morning for an 80-kilometer drive to Los Glaciares National Park. You will spend the morning at the glacier's walkway area, which features a network of paths and stairs connecting various viewpoints. This layout allows you to observe the ice field from several different perspectives at your own pace. The experience also includes a one-hour boat trip across the Rico Branch of Lake Argentino. The vessel navigates to within 150 meters of the glacier's southern face, offering a closer look at the scale of the ice walls. National Park entry fees are required and must be purchased separately. You can buy the one-day 'Rio Mitre y Glaciar Perito Moreno' ticket on the official park website or at the entrance gate using credit cards or Argentine pesos.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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The Blue Safari tour takes you into Los Glaciares National Park to see the Perito Moreno Glacier from the water. This excursion is designed for travelers of all ages, providing a safe and accessible way to witness one of Patagonia’s most famous natural landmarks without the need for strenuous hiking. During the boat ride, you will navigate close to the glacier's massive ice walls, offering a perspective that isn't possible from the land-based walkways. It is a scenic trip focused on the scale and color of the ice, making it a practical option for families looking to experience the glacier together.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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The day begins with a 9:00 a.m. pickup from your hotel in El Calafate for the drive into Los Glaciares National Park. Once at the Perito Moreno Glacier, you will have several hours to explore the site at your own pace. The park features an extensive network of steel walkways that wind through the native forest, leading to multiple viewpoints at different heights and angles facing the ice. During the visit, you can take a break for lunch at the on-site restaurant or enjoy a picnic with a direct view of the glacier. You also have the option to add a one-hour boat excursion to your trip. This boat sails across the water to the base of the glacier's south face, providing a closer look at the 60-meter-high ice walls from the water level.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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