Argentina · Boating

All Glaciers Navigation from El Calafate

10 Hours Round trip from El Calafate Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Full-day glacier navigation on Lake Argentino
  • 02 Cruise among icebergs near Upsala Glacier
  • 03 Panoramic views through the Spegazzini Canal
  • 04 Short accessible walk to Spegazzini Refuge
  • 05 Viewpoints overlooking the Bay of Los Glaciares
  • 06 Free time to enjoy the refuge, deck, and terrace
  • 07 Round-trip transfers from El Calafate included

Discover the dramatic icy landscapes of Los Glaciares National Park on a full-day navigation from El Calafate. Cruise across Lake Argentino to reach some of the park’s most impressive and less accessible glaciers, with wide views from the catamaran, balconies, and deck for unforgettable photo opportunities.

Along the way, sail among icebergs near Upsala Glacier and continue through the Spegazzini Canal for panoramic glacier views. You’ll also disembark at La Base Spegazzini for a short forest walk to the Spegazzini Refuge, where scenic viewpoints, interpretation stations, and sweeping views over the Bay of Los Glaciares complete the experience.

Along the way, sail among icebergs near Upsala Glacier and continue through the Spegazzini Canal for panoramic glacier views.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities El Calafate, Los Glaciares National Park
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

El Calafate

Starting at 7 AM, a transfer will pick you up at your hotel and we will travel in a comfortable bus to the Port of Punta Bandera.

El Calafate - Argentino Lake navegation

The navigation will begin on the North Arm of Lake Argentino at 9 AM. You will navigate between the large icebergs that emerge from the front of the Upsala Glacier, to enter the Spegazzini Canal having a panoramic view of the different glaciers, being able to take pictures at the different stops to observe the ice blocks. During navigation, you will be able to observe the blocks of ice from all angles and take the best photos.

The landing will be made at La Base Spegazzini to make a trek through the path of 300 meters of the forest to the Spegazzini Refuge, It is accessible and does not represent complexity since it is done on firm ground. There will be a post at different stations (Glaciology - History - Fauna and Flora) with viewpoints overlooking the entire Bay of Los Glaciares. 

Once in the Refuge you will be able to enjoy the gastronomy, the shop and an incredible panoramic view from its rooms and from the outside (Deck & Terrace).

Return to El Calafate

Once back on top of the ship, the second part of the navigation will take place until returning to Punta Bandera around 4 PM. We will return to El Calafate at approximately 5 PM.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from El Calafate 2 cities · 10 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • In / Out Transfers
  • Professional Bilingual Guide
  • Navigation
  • Hike

What's Not Included

  • Meals and / or drinks
  • Entrance to the National Park

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.
  • To board you will need the QR code that will be sent to you beforehand.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
El Calafate, AR
Tour start
El Calafate, AR
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 10 hours finish where they began, in El Calafate.

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