Spend four days in El Calafate and explore a piece of Argentina's incredible Patagonia region. Witness active Perito Moreno Glacier, as incredibly massive ice chunks crack off and crash into the chilly waters below—one of Mother Nature's most stunning displays of power. I have been fortunate enough to see some of these glaciers in person – from above, from below, from a distance and from really close up – and they are always an awe-inspiring sight.
The main street of El Calafate is aimed almost entirely at tourists. It feels like every second place is an agency offering all kinds of tours, and of course, a day trip to see the glacier. There is a variety of tours starting from one day tours to 7 days excursions. At first, we were slightly overwhelmed by the choice of agencies, and we went in to a few to get an idea of prices. Do not worry about that, I can assure you, you will find a perfect fit!
On our trip there, we decided to experience different activities, the main being, going on a full day tour to Perito Moreno. The tour picked us up from our hotel early in the morning and after a one and a half hour drive we finnaly arrived to the National Park. The tour included a boat ride and they gave us the choice of waling on top of the glacier! We definitely recommend this, it is one of the most amazing things we have ever done. After walking on top of the glacier, they took us to see the glacier from a more panoramic view all along the catwalks. This is ideal to take good photographs and to enjoy a nice coffe and snacks.
if you’d rather not take a tour, but don’t have a car, there is a public bus with Cal Tur leaving at 8am and returning at 4pm, or leaving at 1pm and returning at 6pm from the (only) bus station in El Calafate.
On your free day, walk the town at your leisure, cruise the lake, or visit one of the several other glaciers of this awe-inspiring area. The town has very good italian restaurants and of course, argentinian cuisine!
We would recommend visiting Perito Moreno glacier no matter how old you are! Remember... #wewereder
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