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Perito Moreno Glacier Guided Minitrekking Tour

Tourists hiking with a guide on Perito Moreno Glacier, Argentina.
Tourists hiking with a guide on the icy terrain of Perito Moreno Glacier, Argentina.
Tourists with guide hiking on Perito Moreno Glacier, Argentina.
Tourists with guide toasting drinks atop Perito Moreno Glacier, Argentina.

Duration

5 hr - 10 hr

Open today

08:00am - 08:00pm

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Transfers included

Hotel pickup

    • Experience glacier trekking on Perito Moreno with expert guides, complete with a safety briefing and all equipment provided.

    • Trek alongside fellow adventurers in a friendly setting, with guides fostering a welcoming and supportive environment.

    • Walk directly on the glacier’s surface, led by knowledgeable local guides who share insights into the glacier’s formation and significance.

    • Choose a variant with round-trip transport for added convenience, and access personalized tips or assistance via WhatsApp during your trip.

    • Guided minitrekking on Perito Moreno

    • English and Spanish-speaking guide

    • Safety briefing, crampons, and helmets

    • A glass of celebratory surprise with ice from the glacier

    • Round-trip hotel transfers from El Calafate (as per option selected)

    • Tickets to Los Glaciares National Park
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • Walk on the Perito Moreno Glacier and feel the thrill of stepping on ancient ice. This guided mini trekking adventure blends adrenaline, stunning scenery, and a once-in-a-lifetime chance to explore one of the world’s few advancing glaciers.

    Getting started

    Your adventure begins at Puerto Bajo de las Sombras in Los Glaciares National Park, where you’ll meet your guides and board a boat across Brazo Rico. As you sail close to the glacier’s towering south face, excitement builds for the icy adventure ahead. After landing, a short walk brings you to the starting point of your glacier trek.

    What to expect

    Led by expert mountain guides, this tour lets you safely walk across the glacier itself—discovering crevasses, lagoons, and crystal-blue ice formations that few travelers ever experience. It’s the perfect mix of adventure and wonder.

    Features:

    • Walk on the glacier: Strap on your crampons and follow your guide on a one-hour walk across the ice, exploring meltwater pools and brilliant blue ridges along the way.

    • Scenic forest trail: Hike through native lenga and ñire forests before and after your trek, surrounded by pure Patagonian wilderness and breathtaking glacier views.

    • Toast to the adventure: End your glacier walk with a celebratory surprise. It is served over 10,000-year-old ice and is the perfect way to mark an unforgettable experience.

    • Upgrades: Choose the option to include hotel transfers for a seamless visit.

  • Perito Moreno Glacier

    Monday08:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Tuesday08:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Wednesday08:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Thursday08:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Friday08:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Saturday08:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Sunday08:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
  • What to bring

    • Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy, closed-toe shoes suitable for trekking on ice.

    • Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.

    • It is recommended to bring sunglasses, sunscreen, gloves, and a hat for protection against the sun and cold.

    What’s not allowed

    • Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed on the trek.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is not accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.

    • Safety first! This experience is not recommended if you have cardiac issues, are pregnant, have back issues, physical or mental disabilities, obesity, vertigo, respiratory diseases (COPD, emphysema, asthma), have had recent surgeries, or are actively diagnosed with COVID-19.

    Additional information

    • For safety reasons, only guests aged 8 to 65 years are allowed on this experience.

    • The glacier walk lasts about one hour and is conducted entirely with professional guides. It is of moderate difficulty and suitable for participants in good physical condition.

    • Minors wishing to join the activity without their parents must present a signed authorization form before the tour.

    • For any inquiries or assistance during your trip, a dedicated WhatsApp chat is available.

    • Hotel transfers are available only for accommodations that have a reception. If your stay is at a holiday rental or a property without a reception, a nearby meeting point will be provided for your departure.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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