Tours and Trips in El Calafate

Set out on a six-day tour of Argentina's stunning Patagonia region with a range of lodging budgets to choose from. This multiday excursion includes guided adventures like a boat cruise to Perito Moreno Glacier in Los Glaciares National Park, as well as ample time to explore on your own. Embark on a full-day hike up Mt Fitz Roy if you're feeling up to it, or simply bask in the scenic beauty of El Chaltem. Learn about Patagonian culture throughout your trip, which begins and ends in El Calafate.

Discover the wild beauty of Patagonia on a 6-day adventure tour through El Calafate and Torres del Paine. Visit and hike on the Perito Moreno and Upsala Glaciers and see a number of native animals in their natural environment. Experience the rough beauty of the area with mountains, forests, lakes and the extensive glaciers while following your guide with all the necessary equipment provided.

Discover the best of Patagonia's phenomenal beauty on an unforgettable 13-day tour. Set out from El Calafate to explore stunning natural landscapes in both Argentina and Chile: iconic places like Los Glaciares National Park, Torres del Paine and Tierra del Fuego. Embark on day-long guided tours and choose from a variety of activites such as glacier-climbing and mountain hikes. Marvel at Perito Moreno Glacier and its towering ice walls, canoe along the Lapataia River and enjoy ample free time. The tour concludes in Ushuaia and includes lodging throughout.

Immerse yourself in the ranch culture of Argenitinian Patagonia on this 13-hour tour from El Calafate. Visit Estancia Cristina via a boat trip through the icebergs that abut Upsala Glacier, then spend time at the ranch learning about the history and culture of the historic ranch. Choose from different options at the ranch, from an intense hike to a leisurely 3-course meal.

Tour El Calafate and the Walichu Caves' ancient art on this 3-hour coach tour with an informative guide who shares about the history, population and unique geological features of this region. Visit the banks of Lago Argentino to view the rock paintings in Walichu Caves, which date back 4,000 years. Enjoy an informative tour of Old Town Calafate including the El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center, then view local bird life at Laguna Nimez. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off in El Calafate.

Discover El Calafate and its astonishing surroundings by booking and exclusive and private deluxe package with us. Get to know the world of the glaciers from a privileged place, performing unique excursions. Take a hike on the Perito Moreno Glacier, on of the most spectacular and reachable wonder of Argentina. Then, go for a private cruise for a day to visit the National Park Los Glacieres, navigating through Lago Argentino in the search for the "Spirit of Glaciers"

Get a picture of life on a traditional Patagonian estancia, or ranch, at Estancia Nibepo Aike, located in Los Glaciares National Park. During this 6-hour excursion, you'll get the opportunity to see a sheep shearing demonstration, hike through the surrounding landscape, and opt to go horseback riding. Lunch and round-trip transportation from El Calafate are included.

Discover Ice Age history, modern Patagonian culture, and some of Argentina's most stunning scenery on a 3-night tour of El Calafate and Los Glaciares National Park. Ice trek across the ancient Perito Moreno glacier, sail past Upsala Glacier on the icy waters of Lake Argentino, and ride a 4x4 to a lookout above the city of El Calafate. You'll also have lunch and learn about the local wool industry at a traditional Patagonian 'estancia,' or ranch, on this immersive tour near the ends of the earth.

Explore deep into the Perito Moreno Glacier during the Big Ice Tour. On this 6-hour adventure from El Calafate, sail across the otherworldly blue of Lago Argentino and disembark on the ice of the glacier itself. Don some crampons and follow your expert adventure guides into the interior of the glacier. Explore the deep crevasses, caves and underground lagoons for 4 hours. This tour is suitable only for those in good physical condition.

Experience the majestic beauty of Patagonia with a 9-day tour of multinational highlights, from a cruise along the UNESCO-listed Perito Moreno Glacier in Argentina to a trek through Chile's Torres del Paine National Park. See alpine lakes and meadows, jagged mountain peaks and ancient glaciers as you travel through some of the most breathtaking scenery in South America. Enjoy a balance of scheduled activities and leisure time to pursue additional hiking or explore the Patagonian towns of El Calafate, El Chalten and Puerto Natales.

Hike El Perito Moreno Glacier on this full-day tour from El Cafate. This trip is a must-do for thrill-seekers and adventure travelers. This 11-hour expedition includes pickup and drop-off at your hotel in El Calafate, a boat ride from Bajo de las Sombras port as well as all the necessary glacier-hiking equipment like crampons and ice axes. A professional local guide ensures your safety and enjoyment.

It's one thing to see a glacier, it's another thing to walk on one. From El Calafate, a bus takes you to a boat to cross Lake Argentino's southern arm. Upon landing, gear up and meet your guide then hike in small groups across Perito Moreno Glacier while discovering new shades of blue and learning about glaciology. Return via the forest for lunch and more spectacular views before heading back home.

Enjoy a full day tour to one of the most incredible highlights in Patagonia and South America, the Perito Moreno Glacier, with enormous blocks of ice falling into the lake with a thonderous crash!

Get 'wild' on your visit to El Calafate by enjoying this full-day trek to El Chalten in 'Los Glaciares' National Park. Marvel at the rugged peaks of the Andes and Argentino Lake as you drive along the famous Route 40. When you reach El Chalten, you'll get to enjoy a range of independent or guided hiking trails within this scenic area. A boxed lunch is also included to help fuel the adventure.

Bring the family for a three-day tour highlighting southern Argentina's spectacular natural scenery. Set out from El Calafate with your bilingual guides to Los Glaciares National Park, where you'll see Lake Argentino, marvel at the thunderous roar of calving glaciers, and enjoy jaw-dropping views  Perito Moreno Glacier - the park's most iconic glacier - from a multitude of angles. This multiday tour includes two nights lodging in El Calafate.

Hit Mt Huyliche's downhill trails on a four-hour mountain biking adventure. Leave from El Calafate and take a chairlift to the top of the mountain, then set out on an exhiliarating 8-mile (13-km) bicycling ride to the bottom. The descent includes plenty of stops for thirst quenching and photo ops, as well as the opportunity for your tour guide to point out sights like the Andes and Argentino Lake that you'll be see seeing en route. You don't have to be an expert cyclist to participate, but being bicycle savvy helps.

Planning a comprehensive 5-day adventure through Patagonia and the surrounding wilderness may be a daunting prospect, but by booking this tour with all details arranged in advance, you can relax and enjoy. With a guide in the lead and all transportation provided, you'll visit the area highlights such as Estancia Cristina, El Chalten, and Perito Moreno Glacier. Trekking and rafting excursions are included and planned in advance, as well as nightly accommodations and some meals.

Immerse yourself in the dramatic landscapes of Patagonia with this tour of El Calafate and Ushuaia. Visit the massive Perito Moreno Glacier in El Calafate, then see the glacier up close with a 6-8 hour boat tour, the Rios de Hielo Express. In Ushuaia you'll visit Tierra del Fuego National Park where you can take a ride on the Train of the End of The World. Your last stop is a Beagle Channel boat tour, perfect for spotting sea lions and aquatic birds. Choose between a 2-day action-packed excursion or take 3 days for a more relaxed pace.

Dig into the ancient history of Patagonia with a visit to the El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center. On a self-guided tour of the engaging museum, trace 100 million years of history, from the dinosaurs and mega-mammals of the Pleistocene era to the cultural legacy of native Tehuelche people. Skeletons, fossils, and multimedia displays offer a scientific look at how a dramatic landscape was carved by time.

Explore Patagonia's highlights on this 2- or 3-day trip. Visit the extensive Perito Moreno Glacier in El Calafate, and Tierra del Fuego National Park and the Beagle Channel in Ushuaia. Experience the rugged beauty of Patagonia and observe the flora and fauna of one of the world's most diverse regions.