Argentina · Boating

8-Hour Blue Safari in El Calafate with Perito Moreno Glacier

8 Hours Round trip from Santa Cruz Province Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Experience the breathtaking views of the Perito Moreno Glacier
  • 02 Sail on the serene waters of Lago Rico
  • 03 Witness the awe-inspiring ice calving events
  • 04 Get close to glacial ice on an immersive Blue Safari excursion

The Blue Safari offers an immersive way to get close to the Perito Moreno Glacier while enjoying a boat trip across Lago Rico. From the water, you can take in spectacular views of the glacier and, if you are lucky, witness ice calving - an impressive and unique natural event. Starting from El Calafate, this excursion combines scenic navigation with a closer encounter with glacial ice in Los Glaciares National Park.

The Blue Safari is perfect for those who dream of getting close to glacial ice, in addition to sailing in front of the Perito Moreno Glacier.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities El Calafate, Los Glaciares National Park
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Blue Safari at Los Glaciares National Park

  • The Blue Safari is perfect for those who dream of getting close to glacial ice, in addition to sailing in front of the Perito Moreno Glacier.
  • The excursion begins in El Calafate, where the bus departs for Los Glaciares National Park.
  • Once at Puerto Bajo de las Sombras, just 7 km from the walkways, we will take a boat to cross Lago Rico.
  • After sailing for 20 minutes, we will disembark on the opposite coast.
Perito Moreno Glacier, Lago Rico, Puerto Bajo de las Sombras

Where this trip takes you

Perito Moreno Glacier, Lago Rico, Puerto Bajo de las Sombras

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Santa Cruz Province 2 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Navigation
  • Guided walk

What's Not Included

  • Lunch
  • Entrance to the National Park

Know before you go

Pickup Location:

We will pick you up at your hotel or lodging in El Calafate.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
El Calafate, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina
Tour start
Santa Cruz Province, Argentina
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Santa Cruz Province.

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