Enjoy an Incredible Experience Trekking on the Perito Moreno Glacier

Live the adventure of walking on the ancient ice of the namesake glacier. A unique journey that combines boating, hiking, and trekking with crampons in an unforgettable natural setting.

📍 Detailed itinerary. Times are subject to change and variations.

07:00 hs | Departure from El Calafate. Pick-up from your accommodation and transfer to Puerto Bajo de las Sombras (70 km away).

09:00 hs | Navigation on the Brazo Rico. Cross by boat to the opposite shore, sailing for 20 minutes in front of the glacier’s southern face.

09:30 hs | Welcome. Upon arrival, your mountain guides will greet you, organize the groups, and share an introductory briefing about glaciology and safety.

| Lakeshore walk & gear fitting. Enjoy a one-hour walk along the lake’s shore. Before stepping onto the ice, your guides will help you put on crampons and helmets and review safety instructions.

| Ice Trekking on Perito Moreno Glacier. Begin your one-hour guided trek on the glacier, discovering deep blue ice formations, crevasses, and meltwater streams —a truly unforgettable experience.

| Return via the Moraine and Andean Forest. Hike back through the periglacial area and lateral moraine, enjoying panoramic views of the glacier, lake, and mountains, finishing through the Patagonian Andean forest.

13:00 hs | Return to Puerto Bajo de las Sombras.

14:00 hs | Visit to the walkways.

17:00 hs | Arrival in El Calafate. 

✅ Includes

• Transfer to and from your accommodation in El Calafate (hotels or hostels, no pick up for private accommodation). 
• Professional bilingual guide (Spanish / English).
• Technical equipment (crampons and helmets).

❌ Does not include

• Entrance fee to Los Glaciares National Park (mandatory).
• Meals and beverages.
• Other expenses outside the program.

ℹ Important information

• The activity has age and health restrictions. Please read them carefully here. If the guide determines that a participant is not fit for the activity due to physical condition or clothing, no claims or refunds will be accepted.
• Cancellation and modification policies: please read them carefully by clicking here.
• We recommend wearing layered warm clothing, gloves, hat, sunscreen, and non-slip trekking shoes.
• Contact us for updated schedules and prices.
• Prices correspond to the excursion with regular transfer included. For private transfers, contact us for a quote.

💳 Terms and means of payment

All bookings must be paid by bank transfer, bank deposit, credit or debit card. Credit and debit card payments will incur a 7% surcharge. Reservations are only accepted with 100% payment.