INFORMACION GENERAL
Experience a once in a lifetime excursion exploring the fascinating landscape of the glaciers: streams, small lagoons, gullies, crevasses and plenty of ice formations of the most incredible blues. along the visit the charming town of El Calafate and feel the stunning Perito Moreno Glacier under your feet!
Aspectos destacados
• Visit El Calafate in Argentina
• Gaze at the Stunning Glacier from the Viewing Balconies
• Trek with Professional Guides on the Perito Moreno Glacier
• Navigate Across Lago Argentino
• Perfect extension before or after your Torres del Paine Trip!
DESCARGA TU LISTA DE COSAS RECOMENDADOS:
• FULL DAY EXCURSION PACK LIST
*Tenga en cuenta que esta actividad está sujeta a cambios debido a las condiciones climáticas o circunstancias inesperadas fuera de nuestro control, pero haremos todo lo posible para mantenerlas sin cambios.
Itinerario
Día 1
Transfer from Hotel – Navigate Bajo de las Sombras Bay – Hike to Refugio – Mini Ice Trek Excursion
- 1 Hour Transfer Each Way
- 20 Minute Navigation Each Way
- 30 Minute Hike
- 2 Hour Ice Hike
- 1 Hour Walk at Viewing Balconies (BL)
Early in the morning, your transfer will pick you up from your accommodation in El Calafate and take you to the immense Perito Moreno Glacier, a very active glacier on the south arm of Lake Argentino.
We invite you to take part in an unforgettable, unique and exciting adventure, walking with us on the stunning icefield and glacier.
The excursion begins in the embarking pier located in Bajo de las Sombras Bay about 6 KM before the glacier viewing balconies – where you embark for 20 minutes navigation across the Rico Arm, enjoying breathtaking views of the glacier’s front walls and icebergs channel.
You disembark on the opposite shore and hike 30 minutes through the forest to a small shelter where specialized mountain guides welcome you.
After checking the last details and completing a safety briefing, groups of up to 20 follow their guides along the lake’s shore towards the edge of the glacier.
Once on the ice, the guides put each participant a pair of crampons on, and explain the proper techniques of their use.
This two hour ice trek circuit introduces you to the fascinating landscape of the glaciers: streams, small lagoons, gullies, crevasses and plenty of ice formations of the most incredible blues.
You will receive explanations about flora, fauna and general glaciology of the region and also about the particular phenomenon that happens in the Perito Moreno Glacier and eventually produces its rupture.
Enjoy your premium box lunch and wine after a successful hike and later, your group will cross again by boat and returning to the peninsula.
Here you will proceed with the group to the balconies to view the magnificent glacier for approximately 1 hour. After snapping your last photos and enjoying the wonderful sights, you return to spend the night in the town of Calafate.
INCLUIDO
- Private/Regular Transportation to Glaciers National Park
- Round-Trip Boat Navigation
- Ice Trekking Excursion (Groups up to 20)
- Ice Trekking Equipment (helmets, crampons, harness, ice axe)
- Premium Box Lunch w/ Wine
- Professional & Certified Guides (English-Spanish languages)
- Visit to Glacier Viewing Balconies
- Entrance fee to Los Glaciares National Park.
NO INCLUIDO
- Nights in Calafate
- Gastos Médicos
- Gastos personales
- Gratuities for Guide/s
Alojamientos
Fechas & Precios
Chile Nativo opera con un máximo de 8 pasajeros por salida lo que permite un alto nivel de servicio individualizado y una experiencia personalizada inolvidable. Sin embargo, algunos programas se comparten como servicios regulares y puede haber un mayor número de invitados participantes por grupo.
PRICES FOR SEASON 2022/2023: (Valid until April 2023)
*Full day excursions can can only be booked if you already have a program reserved with us.
New Season Price to Come!
DEPARTURES UPON REQUEST
*The Ice Hike is permitted for guests from 10 to 65 years old. People with cardiovascular diseases, COPD, emphysema, asthma or recent surgeries are not permitted to take part in this excursion.