Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.com3-Day Tour to El Calafate and the Glaciers
Duration: 3 days / 2 nights
Location: El Calafate, Argentina
Product code: 3851M_CG
Visit the southern arm of Lake Argentino and Los Glaciares National Park on a three day tour from Buenos Aires. Your first day starts at El Calafate where you'll travel approximately 52 miles (85km) to the Rico Arm of the Lake to explore the paths and lookout points of Perito Moreno Glacier. This tour provides an excellent family retreat into the natural wonders Argentina has to offer!
Perito Moreno Glacier is an impressive natural wonder and due to its extension and height, it has become world famous for its easy access, continuous advance and the loud loosening of huge icebergs. The Parque Nacional Los Glaciares (Glaciers National Park) area is home to other important glaciers such as Upsalla, Onelli and Spegazzini.
Day 1
Upon arrival in El Calafate, you'll be taken to your selected hotel. It is highly recommended that you take time for a sunset visit to the bird's reserve at Nimez Lagoon.
Day 2 (B)
After an early breakfast, you'll leave for a full day excursion to Perito Moreno Glacier. Once inside Los Glaciares National Park, you'll follow the route around Lago Argentino where 50 miles (80km) from El Calafate, Perito Moreno Glacier lies imposing with its 200 foot (60 meter) high ice walls. Follow the paths that lead you to face the glacier and get different impressive views, all while continuous detachments and constant ice breaking noises echoes in your surrounds! Return to the hotel in the evening where many restaurants offer local delicacies and impeccable service. It is highly recommended trying the famous "Cordero al Asador".
Day 3 (B)
At the appropriate time, you'll be transferred to the airport or bus terminal.
- 3-day tour of Calafate and its surrounding glaciers
- Explore the paths and lookout points of Perito Moreno Glacier
- Visit the famous glaciers in the Parque Nacional Los Glaciares
- Bilingual guides
- Complimentary hotel pickup and drop off
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3-Day Tour to El Calafate and the Glaciers
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Departure Point:Pick up from your El Calafate hotel
Departure Time: Tour departs either morning or early afternoon, depending on the flight to El Calafate.Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
Duration: 3 days / 2 nights- All Transfers
- 2 nights accommodation
- Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
- Excursion to Perito Moreno Glacier
- Professional guide
- Gratuities (optional)
- Flights or Buses
- Optional Tours (additional costs)
- Entrance fees
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Please bring: warm clothing, camera, sunscreen, insect repellant, comfortable footwear
- Accommodation is in 3 star Hostel double room
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers
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