Upsala Glacier Tours and Tickets

Go see some of the world’s most amazing glaciers before they disappear during this full-day tour of Lake Argentino. View multiple glaciers from the ship including Upsala, Seco, Heim, Spegazzini and Perito Moreno. Stop for a short guided walk and enjoy panoramic views of the glaciers and enjoy a boxed lunch with a non-alcoholic drink while you sail.

Discover Upsala Glacier and Estancia Cristina on this full-day adventure from El Calafate. Sail past icebergs on Patagonia's Lago Argentino to Estancia Cristina, a historical sheep and cattle ranch at the end of the world. Tour Estancia Cristina, then choose between an off-road 4x4 tour to Upsala Glacier or a walk to a pristine nearby waterfall.

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.

A highlight of this part of Patagonia is the massive Perito Moreno Glacier in Los Glaciares National Park. This glacier covers more than 90 square miles (230 square km) and often calves large chunks of ice off its 5-mile (3 km) long face into Lake Argentino hundreds of feet below. Travelers who want to experience many aspects of this natural wonder will appreciate this full-day tour which includes ice hiking on Perito Moreno Glacier (specialized equipment provided), taking a boat trip to explore the face of Perito Moreno Glacier, and strolling a zig-zagging boardwalk to watch for dramatic calving activity.

It is one of the most important navigations in the El Calafate area when visiting the Upsala and Spegazzini glaciers, combining it with a descent into the forest from where you can hike and enjoy a view like never before of the Spegazzini Glacier and Glacier Bay. The northern arm of Lake Argentino is visited by crossing the Icebergs Channel, located 14 km from the Upsala Glacier (one of the largest), also sailing in front of the Spegazzini Glacier (the highest). The navigation takes place between spectacular icebergs of enormous size and varied shapes. A disembarkation is made at the Spegazzini Base where you will start a walk through the forest until you arrive at the Restaurant "Refugio Spegazzini" where you can have lunch or take a short walk through the Andean Patagonian forest. From May to July this tour only operates on odd days

The journey begins at the private port La Soledad, located 47 kilometers from El Calafate. From there, at 9:00 AM we will set sail for the North Canal of Lake Argentino. The ice floes will decorate our passage through the Upsala Canal, from where we can see the Upsala Glacier about 15 km away. Then, we headed towards the Spegazzini Channel to see several hanging glaciers such as the Seco, Heim Sur, Peinetta, and then disembark at Puesto de Las Vacas. There we will take a 30-minute walk through an Andean Patagonian forest and its beaches. Upon returning to the boat we will enjoy lunch while we continue our walk until we reach the front of the highest glacier in the National Park: the Spegazzini Glacier. At this point we go to the Perito Moreno Glacier, where they can disembark on the footbridges for an hour and a half (if they choose this option). We will return to La Soledad port and return to the city at 06:00 PM.

We will go to the Catwalks where we will have a service sector for visitors and a system of balconies and catwalks that allow you to take walks along different routes and access different truly incredible views of the Glacier and the proximity to it. We can observe the Argentino Lake with its Round Bay. In it you can see an important variety of birds. In the first 40 km the Patagonian steppe is traveled, later going to the entrance of the National Park to observe the arboreal vegetation belonging mostly to the family Arrival at "the curve of sighs" called in this way because it is the first point from where we have a panoramic view of the Perito Moreno Glacier. Brief stop to take pictures and proceed to Puerto Bajo las Sombras. Arrival at "the curve of sighs" called in this way because it is the first point from where we have a panoramic view of the Perito Moreno Glacier.

See Southern Patagonia’s most famous and expansive glaciers as you embark on a cruise across Argentino Lake. Climb aboard your vessel and enjoy sweeping views of Spegazzini, Perito Moreno, Seco, and Upsala glaciers from the exterior decks. While sailing, listen to commentary about the ecosystem and geology of Patagonia.

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.

The town of El Calafate, in the Patagonia region of Argentina, is surrounded by dramatic glaciers. On this 2-night tour, take a boat tour along the face of the Perito Moreno Glacier and spend a day visiting the Upsala Glacier and the Spegazzini Glacier on Lake Argentino, the largest freshwater lake in Argentina.

When visiting Argentina, you want to see it all, but then you realize just how big and spread out this South American destination truly is. Not to worry, this 14-day adventure takes care of all the logistics so you can simply enjoy the ride while hitting the best spots. Tango in Buenos Aries, marvel at Iguazu, the world's largest waterfalls, trek along a glacier in Patagonia, then sip local Malbecs in Mendoza.

Experience the highlights of Uruguay, Brazil and Argentina during a 16-day tour of South America. With your informed, professional guide, visit Buenos Aires and the spectacular Iguazu Falls. Trek on Perito Moreno glacier in Tierra del Fuego and cruise on the River Plata to UNESCO World Heritage city Colonia in Uruguay. Get the inside scoop on the eclectic culture and history of each country from your engaging, friendy guide. Overnight accommodation, some meals and round-trip hotel or port transportation are included. 

Explore the glaciers, mountains, forests and lakes of Los Glaciares National Park on board a luxury cruise boat. Spend the full day relaxing on this stylish watercraft, taking in views of the Patagonian ice field. Disembark at Puesto de las Vacas for a walk among the glaciers led by adventure guides. On board the ship, indulge with a gourmet lunch box. Round-trip transportation from accommodations in El Calafate is included.

This tour is designed for people who want to enjoy the magic of ice and to remember that experience forever. You will be able to appreciate the amazing ice wall of the Perito Moreno Glacier and its icebergs. From our comfortable ships and with a completely different perspective, this 1-hour trip offers the possibility of seeing the spectacular ice walls of the Perito Moreno Glacier and its continuous and thunderous collapses over the Lago Rico. 400 meters from the southern wall of the Perito Moreno Glacier, the boat stops for a few minutes to take a closer look at the landscape. You could not get any closer to the rupture! The Safari Náutico is a navigation suitable for all ages and it can be done year round. We will go to the Footbridges where we will have a sector of services for visitors and a system of balconies and walkways that allow hiking on different routes and access different truly incredible views of the Glacier and the proximity to it.

An ideal combination of adventures, glaciers and stories, as well as navigation between icebergs and stunning landscapes with views of the western front of the Upsala Glacier.

El Calafate Boat Tour to the Glaciers is the most complete navigation in Los Glaciares National Park. This is the only navigation that allows you to visit the five main glaciers of the national park on the same day while you enjoy a delicious Patagonian meal on board. From Howlanders we always recommend our travelers who want to make the most of the day to opt for this excursion. You will sail the waters of Lake Argentino aboard a modern cruise ship and visit the Upsala, Spegazzini, Perito Moreno, Heim, and Seco glaciers. You will take a one-hour walk through the forest in the Spegazzini channel, on an island commonly known as Puesto de las Vacas. In addition, you will observe the Perito Moreno from the walkways. Join us!

Explore Balcon Calafate and the landscape of Patagonia, Argentina, on this four day, three night tour from Buenos Aires. You’ll trek by the Perito Moreno Glacier, Rios de Hielo, Lago Argentina, and Los Glaciares National Park. Do some trekking, take tons of photos, and make some new friends along the way. Your guide and driver will take care of all the logistics so you just need to enjoy the scenery.

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.

Many times we look at a trip, we see a place where we will love to go, but we start to read the small letters and find many restrictions about age or physical conditions, and sadly we have to resign our dreams because we can’t accomplish those items. This is not the case. We create this trip just for you, in an easy and comfortable way where you will be able to enjoy an authentic Argentinian Patagonian Ranch with a fabulous dinner. Enjoy a panoramic view of the astonishing Perito Moreno Glacier, plus a great navigation and lunch. You will be amazed discovering Upsalla and Spegazzini lakes in a relaxed an vip cabin and a Patagonian Lake Refuge where you will have a hot meal. End your last day with a spectacular photographic safari and lunch.

An ideal combination of adventures, glaciers and stories, as well as navigation between icebergs and stunning landscapes with views of the western front of the Upsala Glacier.

Experience the highlights of Argentina and Brazil during a 16-day tour of South America. With your informed, professional guide, visit Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires and the spectacular Iguazu Falls. Trek on Perito Moreno glacier in Tierra del Fuego and visit Calafate, the gateway to Patagonia. Get the inside scoop on the eclectic culture and history of each country from your engaging, friendy guide. Overnight accommodation, some meals and round-trip hotel or port transportation are included.

Discover El Calafate and its astonishing surroundings by booking and exclusive and 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, one of the most spectacular and reachable wonders of Argentina. Then, go for a cruise for a day to visit the National Park Los Glaciares, navigating through Lago Argentino in the search for the “Spirit of Glaciers”

An ideal combination of adventures, glaciers and stories, as well as navigation between icebergs and stunning landscapes with views of the western front of the Upsala Glacier.

An ideal combination of adventures, glaciers and stories, as well as navigation between icebergs and stunning landscapes with views of the western front of the Upsala Glacier.