Argentina · Trekking

Adventure Trek and Navigation in Los Glaciares National Park from El Calafate

9 Hours Round trip from El Calafate Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Full-day trekking adventure in Los Glaciares National Park
02 Scenic boat navigation on Lake Roca and Lake Frias
03 Advanced 6-hour hike through unspoiled Patagonian forest
04 Views of the Cubo, Grande, and Dickson glaciers
05 Small-group experience for a more personal outing
06 Hotel pickup and drop-off from selected El Calafate hotels
07 Box lunch included during the tour

Discover the wild beauty of Los Glaciares National Park on this full-day adventure from El Calafate, created for active travellers who want to experience Patagonia beyond the usual viewpoints. Travel through the Patagonian landscape, cruise across Lake Roca, and trek through unspoiled forest and glacial scenery on an advanced hiking route.

Along the way, take in the striking contrasts of Lake Frias, sparkling ice, and the dramatic peaks of the Cubo, Grande, and Dickson glaciers. With navigation, a box lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off included, this small-group experience offers an immersive day in one of Argentina’s most spectacular natural settings.

In the Glacier National Park, sparkling shards of ice are juxtaposed with the vivid blue of the sky.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities El Calafate, Los Glaciares National Park

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

El Calafate

Wrapped up warm, depart from your El Calafate hotel in the morning in a heated vehicle. Following a scenic drive past numerous Patagonian ranches, arrive at Lake Roca and board a boat for a scenic cruise.

El Calafate - Los Glaciares National Park

Admire a unique combination of landscapes before your trek begins through the unspoiled virgin forests surrounding Lake Frias. On arrival at the lake, board a motorized boat and start the second part of your advanced hike after disembarkation. In the Glacier National Park, sparkling shards of ice are juxtaposed with the vivid blue of the sky. Drink in the frozen tableau and ever-changing glacial landscape and gaze at the peaks of the Cubo, Grande, and Dickson glaciers.

Return to El Calafate

After the tour of the park, we will return to the city of El Calafate. This is the end of the services.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from El Calafate 2 cities · 9 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Box Lunch
Professional guide
Hotel pick-up and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Navigation
6-hour trekking

What's Not Included

Gratuities
Bottled water

Know before you go

We suggest you to confirm the booking details with us prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.
The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm you the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel.
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Minimum age is 12 years / Maximum age is 65 years
A preventive medical chart must be fill in order to participate in this tour.
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Please note a 6-hour walking is required.
Not recommended for people with back problems / pregnant travelers / heart conditions

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