10 hours · El Calafate · Argentina
A full day out of El Calafate on the water, sailing up to the glacier fronts.
An extraordinary full-day glacier cruise experience that glides you through Lago Argentino’s North Arm, passing colossal icebergs and glaciers like Upsala, Seco, Heim Sur, Peineta, and Spegazzini. Disembark at Spegazzini Base for a scenic forest trek, lunch at the panoramic Spegazzini Refuge, and a visit to the Agostini viewpoint overlooking the tallest glacier wall in the park. Available in both morning and sunset formats for a magical Patagonian finale
- Length
- 10 hours
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Guide
- Spanish / English
- Departs
- every day
Itinerary
How the day runs
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Step 1
Early pick-up from hotels in El Calafate and scenic transfer to Punta Bandera port
- Departure by catamaran along the North Arm of Lake Argentino, navigating through Boca del Diablo toward the Upsala and Spegazzini Channels
- Sights of major ice formations and glaciers: Upsala (largest), Seco, Heim Sur, Peineta, and the towering Spegazzini
- Disembark at Spegazzini Base and trek along accessible forest paths and 350 m boardwalks to the Spegazzini Refuge and Agostini viewpoint
- Lunch or optional gastronomic experience inside the refuge (available with premium upgrade)
- Return boat ride to Punta Bandera, followed by transfer back to El Calafate
What's included
- ✓ Shared tour with other passengers
- ✓ Hotel pick-up and drop-off in El Calafate
- ✓ Professional bilingual guide
Not included
- — Food and Beverage
- — Personal travel insurance
- — Gratuities
What to bring
- Layered clothing for variable weather
- Sunscreen and reusable water bottle
- Windproof jacket and sturdy walking shoes
- In the summer months, we recommend a hat or cap, sunscreen, and sunglasses.
Know before you go
- Suitable for all ages. If you book the transfer to the port, pick-up times vary by area, between 7:00 and 7:30 am. Arrival in El Calafate is from 5:00 pm. ⏱ Boarding: 8:30 am ⏱ Departure: 9:00 am ⏱ Return to the Port: 4:00 pm
- The navigation includes the North Arm, panoramic views of the Upsala Glacier, and sights of the Seco, Heim, Peineta, and Spegazzini glaciers. Service available in Regular or Captain’s Club.
- Regarding food and beverages, this depends on each tour. If not included, you are welcome to bring your own lunch box or snacks. At Perito Moreno Glacier and Spegazzini Glacier, there are restaurant and snack bar facilities available inside the park.
Meeting point
El Calafate
Frequently asked
How much does it cost?
US$207 per person. The price on the card is the whole price.
How long does it take?
10 hours.
What's included?
Shared tour with other passengers, Hotel pick-up and drop-off in El Calafate, Professional bilingual guide.
What's not included?
Food and Beverage, Personal travel insurance, Gratuities.
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