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Discover one of the most striking landscapes in Patagonia on a Full Day excursion from Puerto Natales to the Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the most famous and spectacular glaciers in the world.

This experience is ideal for travelers who want to see one of the great natural wonders of Argentine Patagonia on a scenic day that combines panoramic routes, steppe landscapes, mountains, viewpoints and the immense ice walls of the Perito Moreno Glacier.

The adventure begins early in Puerto Natales, where we start the journey toward the border between Chile and Argentina. After completing immigration procedures, we continue across the wide landscapes of Argentine Patagonia toward Los Glaciares National Park, near the town of El Calafate.

On arrival at the Perito Moreno Glacier sector you will have time to walk its well-known panoramic boardwalks, designed to observe the glacier from different heights and perspectives.

From the viewpoints you can take in its enormous ice walls, the intense white and blue tones of the glacier and, with some luck, witness one of its remarkable ice calvings into the waters of Lake Argentino.

The Perito Moreno Glacier stands out for its size, its accessibility and its constant movement. Its glacier front reaches approximately 5 kilometers wide and its ice walls can rise more than 60 meters above the level of the lake, making it one of the great highlights of any trip through Patagonia.

Duration: 14 to 16 hours approx.

Main attractions

  • Los Glaciares National Park
  • Perito Moreno Glacier
  • Boardwalks and panoramic viewpoints
  • Lake Argentino
  • Patagonian steppe

Considerations

It is mandatory to carry a passport or valid document to enter Argentina along with the corresponding immigration documentation.

Physical Demand
Low
Suitable for all visitors. Mostly panoramic or vehicle-based tours with minimal walking.
Experience
For Everyone
No previous experience needed.

Itinerary

approximately 06:30 hrs - Departure from Puerto Natales

Check-in at the meeting point at the office in downtown Puerto Natales (passengers must reach this location from their accommodation on their own).

Un edificio tradicional en Villa Cerro Castillo utilizado como parada para viajeros y excursionistas.
approximately 07:30 hrs - Stop at the Chile–Argentina border for immigration

After crossing the border posts at Cerro Castillo and Cancha Carrera, the route runs through the immensity of the Argentine Patagonian steppe toward the beautiful tourist town of El Calafate, about 270 km from Puerto Natales.

Un edificio tradicional en Villa Cerro Castillo utilizado como parada para viajeros y excursionistas.
approximately 11:30 hrs - Arrival in Calafate

One of the most attractive destinations in Argentine Patagonia. It is the gateway to Los Glaciares National Park, which, due to its natural beauty, was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. El Calafate is located in the province of Santa Cruz and its name comes from a thorny shrub endemic to Argentine Patagonia. Los Glaciares National Park covers an approximate

La enorme pared de hielo azul del glaciar Perito Moreno en el Campo de Hielo Patagónico Sur.
approximately 12:30 hrs - Perito Moreno (stay of approximately 2 hours)

Along the way you can spot local wildlife such as guanacos and rheas, and also take in Lake Argentino and the Santa Cruz River on its way to the Atlantic Ocean.

La enorme pared de hielo azul del glaciar Perito Moreno en el Campo de Hielo Patagónico Sur.
approximately 17:30 hrs - Return to Calafate

On the way back from the visit to the Perito Moreno Glacier, and only if the schedule allows, there is a brief 15-minute stop in El Calafate.

approximately 22:30 hrs - Arrival in Puerto Natales

The excursion ends with the return to Puerto Natales along the same route.

Frequently Asked Questions

The excursion includes transportation, a guide and a visit to the panoramic walkways of the Perito Moreno Glacier.

To travel from Chile to the Perito Moreno Glacier you must carry a valid passport or valid identity card, depending on your nationality. Some passengers may require a visa or additional immigration documentation, and minors may need special permits.

No. The park entrance fee is paid separately, unless expressly stated otherwise at the time of booking. For foreign passengers, the fee is ARS 50,000 per person, roughly equivalent to USD 35.

Yes. The walkways let you observe the glacier from several panoramic viewpoints very close to the ice.

No. This excursion covers only the panoramic visit to the Perito Moreno walkways.

Included

  • Bilingual Guide spanish/english
    During excursions and departures mentioned in the itinerary
  • Expert advice and coordination
    Personalized guidance and coordination of your experience via phone, email, webchat, WhatsApp, and scheduled video calls.
  • Booking Fee – Reservation Management
    Included in the final price. This fee covers the administrative expenses associated with managing and confirming the reservation, processing payments, and coordinating the service with local operators.

Not Included

  • Possible Boat Trip US$ 62,00 Payable at the destination.
    Price per person 60000AR$ (pesos argentinos)
  • Entrance Fee Los Glaciares National Park US$ 47,00 Payable at the destination.
    Price per person 45000 AR$ (pesos argentinos)
  • Medical, accident or travel insurance
Additional fees to be paid locally
per person, from
US$ 109,00

Tickets and entrance fees payable at the destination are a direct contribution to the conservation of ecosystems and infrastructure, and support culture and the local community.

General Conditions

Service with daily departures between October and April, subject to a minimum of 6 passengers in total to operate.

The tour operates with a meeting point in Puerto Natales. The service does not include pick-up at your accommodation. On the return, passengers are dropped off at a central point in Puerto Natales, with no subsequent transfer to their respective accommodations.

The transfer between Puerto Natales and El Calafate is carried out with a Spanish-speaking driver. In El Calafate a bilingual guide joins the group, accompanying and guiding the excursion to the Perito Moreno Glacier and its boardwalks, providing information throughout the visit.

Important: international travel

This excursion includes the border crossing between Chile and Argentina. Each passenger is responsible for carrying the immigration documentation required according to their nationality, including passport, identity card or visa, when applicable.

We recommend checking the entry requirements for Argentina in advance.

Immigration and customs procedures, as well as the documentation required at the border, are the responsibility of each passenger. GreatChile is not responsible if the passenger is unable to make the trip due to failure to meet these requirements.

Commercial Conditions

Cancellation Policies

  • Cancellations with 10 days or more before the service date: 90% refund.
  • Cancellations with 9 days or less before the service date are not eligible for a refund.

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