Explore the Icy Majesty of Patagonia: Perito Moreno Glacier and Argentino Lake
Embark on an unforgettable journey to the southern reaches of Argentina, where the raw power and pristine beauty of Patagonia’s glaciers await. From trekking atop ancient ice to cruising among towering icebergs, this adventure offers a front-row seat to one of nature’s most magnificent spectacles.
Tour Highlights
Perito Moreno Glacier: A Frozen Giant
Glacier Trekking: Strap on your crampons and venture across the shimmering blue-white surface of the Perito Moreno Glacier. Traverse ice caves, crevasses, and sculpted ridges on a guided trek like no other.
Ice Wall Views: Marvel at the glacier’s towering face from dedicated viewing platforms and witness dramatic ice calving — an unforgettable display of nature’s power.
Additional Experiences
Patagonian Wilderness: Immerse yourself in the stark beauty of Los Glaciares National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site filled with rugged peaks and icy vistas.
Local Flavors: Warm up with a traditional Patagonian meal or a sip of Malbec after a day on the ice.
Why Choose This Tour?
One-of-a-Kind Glacier Trek: Walk on one of the few accessible advancing glaciers in the world.
Unmatched Scenery: Experience Patagonia’s icy landscapes, serene waters, and dramatic skies all in one trip.
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Departure date:
01/02/2024-12/16/2024: Monday, Thursday
01/02/2025-12/18/2025: Monday, Thursday
No tours are available on the following dates: 04/10/2025-04/17/2025
*Minimum 2 people
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Flight information: Please provide arrival/return flight schedules at the time of booking or at least 3 business days prior to departure. Otherwise, you will be required to proceed to the hotel at your own expense. If the flight delays, we cannot guarantee airport pick-up service for free.
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Departure location:
El Calafate Airport (FTE)ï¼›Santa Cruz Province, Argentinaï¼›
Free pick-up time on the first day of your tour: 13:00, 18:00. This time is the time for the guests to meet with our staff after picking up their luggage at the baggage claim area of the airline they are taking.
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Return location:
El Calafate Airport (FTE)ï¼›Santa Cruz Province, Argentinaï¼›
For detailed information, please refer to the last day’s itinerary.
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Upon arrival at El Calafate Airport (FTE), our company will provide a private car to take you directly to your hotel for check-in.
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Free airport pick-up on the first day of your tour:
Pick-up location: El Calafate Airport (FTE)
Pick-up times on the first day: 13:00 and 18:00.
Meet our staff at the baggage claim area after collecting your luggage.
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Hotel:Mirador del Lago Hotel; or similar
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Hotel:Mirador del Lago Hotel; or similar
Departing from El Calafate in the morning, you’ll travel 80 km to reach the western end of the Peninsula de Magallanes, where your walk along the scenic pathways begins. Spend as much time as you like exploring this incredible location, with several panoramic viewpoints scattered throughout the National Park.
The walkways stretch for 3 km and are designed at varying levels, offering different perspectives and views of the glacier from several balconies. Depending on your fitness level, you can either reach the lower balconies, which bring you closer to the glacier, or stay on the easily accessible upper balconies, which offer stunning views for everyone.
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Perito Moreno Glacier
The Perito Moreno Glacier (Spanish: Glaciar Perito Moreno) is located in Los Glaciares National Park, in the southwest of Santa Cruz Province, Argentina. It is one of the most iconic and popular tourist destinations in Argentine Patagonia.
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Hotel:Mirador del Lago Hotel; or similar
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Hotel:Mirador del Lago Hotel; or similar
The tour departs from your hotel in El Calafate at 7:00 AM. You will arrive in El Chaltén around 10:45 AM. After exploring the village, we will head to our Base of Operations. From there, you can either continue to explore the village or take self-guided walks along various trails that lead to the main viewpoints: Laguna Capri, Mirador del Fitz Roy, Mirador del Cerro Torre, Mirador de los Cóndores, and Salto del Chorrillo. We’ll provide you with maps of the available trails and recommend the best options based on your fitness level.
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Special Notes:
People doing this tour should be fit since it demands a physical effort.
Wear comfortable clothes, especially long pair of trousers, sun blocker, sun glasses and an extra coat. Gloves, hat, waterproof wind breaker and a bag pack.
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Hotel:Mirador del Lago Hotel; or similar
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Hotel:Mirador del Lago Hotel; or similar
After breakfast, we’ll transfer you to El Calafate Airport (FTE) to conclude your wonderful journey.
Our staff offers a drop-off service from the hotel at 8:00 AM. If you have an early flight and need to leave before 8:00, the guide will assist you in arranging a taxi to the airport.
Includes/Excludes
- Transportation is provided on the days mentioned.
- Accommodations are based on double occupancy.
- English-speaking driver/guide or driver and guide on the days mentioned.
- American Buffet breakfast.
- Entrance to Perito Moreno Glacier.
- Food and beverage.
- Air ticket, ferry, and shuttle transfer in some attraction areas/national parks.
- Attraction admission fee (Prices are subject to change without prior notice; Tickets should be purchased from the tour guide).
- Service fee ( Suggest USD$15/person/day, any child and Infant reserving a seat has to pay that service fee as well).
- Any expenses are not listed in Fee Included.
Join Our Fixed Trip Starting Date
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Guaranteed Available PackagesThursdaySeptember 25, 2025SundaySeptember 28, 2025$1959
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Guaranteed Available PackagesMondaySeptember 29, 2025ThursdayOctober 2, 2025$1959
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Guaranteed Available PackagesThursdayOctober 2, 2025SundayOctober 5, 2025$1959
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Guaranteed Available PackagesMondayOctober 6, 2025ThursdayOctober 9, 2025$1959
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Guaranteed Available PackagesThursdayOctober 9, 2025SundayOctober 12, 2025$1959
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Guaranteed Available PackagesMondayOctober 13, 2025ThursdayOctober 16, 2025$1959
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Guaranteed Available PackagesThursdayOctober 16, 2025SundayOctober 19, 2025$1959
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Guaranteed Available PackagesMondayOctober 20, 2025ThursdayOctober 23, 2025$1959
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Guaranteed Available PackagesThursdayOctober 23, 2025SundayOctober 26, 2025$1959
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Guaranteed Available PackagesMondayOctober 27, 2025ThursdayOctober 30, 2025$1959
1. Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult to join the tour. Unaccompanied minors or children are not allowed to participate in the tour.
2. Please make sure to provide accurate and complete information at the time of booking, including full name, gender, valid contact details (preferably a mobile number for timely communication), correct flight information, or pick-up location. Any losses caused by incorrect information provided will be the sole responsibility of the customer.
3. Hotel room types may vary, such as rooms with one King/Queen-size bed or two Double-size beds. Each room can legally accommodate 2 to 4 guests, including adults and children. Hotels may require a security deposit upon check-in, and guests must cooperate with the hotel’s policy. While we guarantee the number of rooms, we cannot guarantee specific room types or locations. Hotel check-in time is generally after 3:00 PM.
4. Tour participants must purchase attraction tickets from the tour guide and may not bring their own tickets or use City Passes. Admission fees and meals may change due to updates from the attraction providers and are subject to the prices announced on the day of the visit.
5. The tour operator reserves the right to adjust the order of the itinerary if needed to ensure smooth tour operation. No scheduled attractions will be removed from the itinerary.
6. During the tour, the tour guide or driver may adjust the order of visits, the time spent at attractions, or meeting times based on weather, traffic, or other factors to ensure the tour proceeds smoothly.
7. In case of temporary closures of attractions or holidays (e.g., Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year), the guide will make suitable adjustments such as exterior viewing or substitution with other attractions to maintain the richness of the tour. Opening hours and visitor limits at attractions and national parks may change due to the pandemic. If the itinerary is affected, it will be considered a force majeure situation, and we appreciate your understanding.
8. Children under 8 years old are required to use a child safety seat while on tour. We offer a rental service at $10.00 per person per day. Please make a note during booking if you need one so we can prepare in advance. If not notified in time, guests will be responsible for any fines or violations. If the tour uses a chartered bus on the day of travel, the safety seat is not required and the fee will be refunded.
9. Many attractions on the itinerary require guests to have a basic level of physical health. Disabled passengers should contact us in advance to learn about available accommodations. If not informed in time, we cannot guarantee wheelchair-accessible buses or special seating arrangements.
10. The company is not responsible for damage to or loss of luggage, handbags, or personal belongings. It is recommended that guests purchase relevant personal travel insurance for international trips.
1. To ensure a smooth and complete tour experience, all guests are responsible for strictly adhering to the meeting times given by the tour guide. The vehicle will not wait more than 10 minutes past the scheduled time and will depart promptly. While we strive to offer timely service, we cannot guarantee on-time arrivals or pick-ups in the event of uncontrollable factors such as weather, traffic, mechanical issues, strikes, government shutdowns, war, or terrorist activity. Any resulting delays, missed connections, or additional expenses (e.g., flights, trains, buses, or other travel arrangements) due to such circumstances are the sole responsibility of the traveler.
2. To facilitate smooth tour operations, the company reserves the right to transfer guests to a different vehicle and assign a different driver and guide during the journey if needed.
3. To expedite check-in and registration, we recommend having a valid photo ID and being ready to present either a printed or digital copy of your itinerary.
4. This is a group tour product. If you decide to leave the group mid-tour, please inform the tour guide in advance and obtain their approval. You’ll be required to sign a departure agreement. Any unfinished portions of the itinerary will be considered voluntarily forfeited, and no refunds will be issued.
5. Complimentary activities included in the itinerary are subject to change. If such activities cannot be offered due to weather, traffic, or other uncontrollable factors—or if a guest cannot participate due to personal reasons—no refunds will be provided. Your understanding is appreciated.
6. Under U.S. federal law, smoking is strictly prohibited on the tour bus. Most hotel rooms also enforce a no-smoking policy. Hotel staff are trained to detect smoking, and security may document violations. If evidence of smoking is found, a cleaning fee of at least $250 per night will be charged to the guest. The tour company bears no responsibility for this charge. If you need to smoke, please use designated smoking areas.
7. Pets and animals are not permitted on any part of the group tour itinerary.
8. For tours that include airport pickup service: Only one complimentary airport pickup is provided per booking within the specified time range. If a delay due to weather, flight changes, or other circumstances prevents the arranged pickup, guests will need to arrange and cover their own transportation.
In the event that unforeseen circumstances such as weather, war, strikes, or other force majeure factors prevent the tour from proceeding as planned, the company reserves the right to adjust the itinerary. Admission fees for affected attractions will be refunded (excluding complimentary or optional activities). However, the tour fee will not be refunded.
The cancellation policy is as follows:
a. If the tour is canceled or rescheduled 60 days or more before departure (inclusive), the full tour fee will be refunded. However, any additional bookings such as hotels, flights, or other services are subject to the refund policies of the respective providers.
b. If the tour is canceled or rescheduled between 36 and 59 days before departure (inclusive), 50% of the tour fee will be deducted from the refund.
c. If the tour is canceled within 35 days before departure (inclusive), or if the participant fails to join the tour on the departure day, it will be considered a voluntary forfeiture. No refund will be issued for the tour fee paid.
d. If a participant withdraws from the tour or misses any part of the itinerary due to personal reasons (e.g., missing travel documents, tardiness, illness, or accidents), no refund will be provided, nor will alternative compensation be offered.