Perito Moreno Big Ice and Walkways With Transfer from El Calafate

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Big ICE — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Perito Moreno Big Ice and Walkways With Transfer from El Calafate, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

In our comfortable buses, a bilingual tourist guide will give you information about the landscape you are about to see.

Small groups of up to 10 people are organized, and the hike begins from the southern moraine of the Glacier

Always accompanied by expert guides, you will explore the corners of the most special glacier of the world for three hours and a half During the walk, the guides will help you learn more about the ice, its surroundings and you will be able to size the dimension of the glacier.

During approximately three hours, you will explore every corner of the most special glacier in the world.

Back on the moraine, we will start another one-hour walk back to the port, Then, you will board the ship back and you will navigate very close to the south face of Glaciar Perito Moreno Glacier and get back to “civilization” after having enjoyed one of the most spectacular ice treks in the world!

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At a glance

Duration: 12 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Portuguese, English, Spanish
Operated by: Azul Latina Travel

Ages: Adults (18–50 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Guided visit to the walkways of Los Glaciares National Park
Included: Guided Trekking on the Perito Moreno
Included: Crampons, harnesses and helmets
Included: Pick up from the hotels in Calafate Center
Included: Includes guided transportation and a one hour visit to the balconies.

Not included

Not included: Entry to Los Glaciares National Park - Price subject to change.
Not included: Water bottle and food for the day. The Company does not have a food and beverage sales service.
Not included: garment and personal equipment.

Itinerary

Perito Moreno Glacier

one hour Admission not included

Big Ice is a full day tour, starting with passenger pick-up in El Calafate. On our way to Parque Nacional Los Glaciares, aboard our comfortable buses, our tour guides will give you information on the tour, the place and the glacier.
Glaciar Spegazzini

Passing by

During approximately three hours, you will explore every corner of the most special glacier in the world. During the walk, the mountain guides will help you learn more about the ice and its environment and you will be able to appreciate the dimensions of the glacier and enjoy the view of the surrounding mountains, such as Dos Picos, Pietrobelli and Cervantes hills. There will be a 30-minute break to have lunch while enjoying the amazing and unique beauty of the surroundings.
Onelli Glacier

Passing by

Big Ice is a highly personalized tour: For the ice walk, passengers will be divided into groups of up to 10 people, with 2 mountain guides who will fit the crampons, helmets and harnesses and will explain the basic safety rules.
Upsala Expediciones

Passing by

During approximately three hours, you will explore every corner of the most special glacier in the world. During the walk, the mountain guides will help you learn more about the ice and its environment and you will be able to appreciate the dimensions of the glacier and enjoy the view of the surrounding mountains, such as Dos Picos, Pietrobelli and Cervantes hills. There will be a 30-minute break to have lunch while enjoying the amazing and unique beauty of the surroundings.
Pasarelas Perito Moreno

Passing by

The duration of this tour is about 12 hours, including the transfer and a one-hour guided visit to the walkways of Glaciar Perito Moreno, 7 km from the port. There, you will enjoy the spectacular panoramic view of the glacier and walk along some of the self-guided paths. If you don’t use our transfer and go by your own means, the Big Ice tour takes about seven hours and a half, leaving from the port and returning to the same point.
Lago Argentino

Passing by

Once you arrive at “Bajo de las Sombras” port (located on Route 11, 70 Km from El Calafate) you will board a ship to cross Lago Rico, and descend on the opposite coast after a 20-minute navigation in front of the stunning south face of Glaciar Perito Moreno.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Cerro Calafate Hotel
Hotel Aikendor
Hosteria Meulen
Konke Calafate
Rincon del Calafate
Roble Sur
Todos Los Glaciares Inn
Tehuel Plaza
Cauquenes de Nimez
Apart Hotel Altos de la Costanera
Frai Toluca
Glaciares De La Patagonia

and 43 more pickup points

As soon as you make the reservation , we will send the itinerary to comfirm the pick up time.

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Comfortable and warm clothing. Raincoat jacket, waterproof long pants, waterproof hiking boots, sunglasses, backpack (40lts), sunglasses, sunscreen, gloves, hat
Water bottle and food for the day. The Company does not have a food and beverage sales service.
This service is non-refundable for cancellations made within 4 days in advance of the service date. However, if you need to change your booking, such as adjusting the number of participants, changing the date, or requesting a refundable cancellation, we can accommodate your request as long as it's made at least 4 days before the service date
AGE RANGE: 18 to 50 years old.
Wear comfortable and warm clothes. A rain jacket, long waterproof trousers, trekking boots, a medium-size backpack (40Lts), sunglasses, sunscreen, gloves, a wool ha
Bring food and drink for the day. The company does not sell food and drinks.
Tickets must be exhibited at the entrance of the Parque Nacional. You can buy your ticket there.
DIFFICULTY: HIGH. In order to have a great experience on the Glacier, you should have the psychophysical capacity required to walk for at least 7 hours and a half, partly on ice and with crampons
OTHER RESTRICTIONS: People with cardiovascular diseases, COPD, emphysema, asthma or recent surgeries, and people who have tested positive for COVID when taking the tour.
NOT SUITABLE: For people with physical or mental disabilities, obesity, pregnant women or people who suffer from severe vertigo.