Glacier Perito Moreno with Minitrekking

Highlights / General details

The excursion begins in the embarking pier located in “Bajo de las Sombras” port, about 6 km before the glacier Balconies - where you embark for a 20 minutes navigation across the Rico Arm, enjoying breathtaking views of the Perito Moreno glacier’s front wall. You disembark on the opposite shore where our specialized bilingual mountain guides welcome you and lead you to a small shelter.

After checking the last details the groups of not more than 20, follow their guides along the lake’s shore towards the edge of the glacier. Once on the ice the guides put each participant a pair of crampons on and explain how to use them.

The two hours circuit that follows introduces you to the fascinating landscape of the glaciers: streams, small lagoons, gullies, crevasses and plenty of ice formations of the most incredible blues.

The ice surface over which you walk is irregular, but firm and safe. You will receive explanations about flora, fauna, general glaciology of the region and also about the particular phenomenon that happens in the Perito Moreno Glacier and eventually produces its rupture. After the walk, a stroll through the forest brings you back to the shelter.

Inclusion

Hotel pick-up and drop-off; Guided tour.

Exclusion

Entrance fee to Los Glaciares National Park; Food and beverages; Gratuities.

Hours of operation

Available daily from August - June.

Duration

Approximately 10 hours.

Additional Information

Dress code: Comfortable sports wear, long trousers, warm sweater or pile, water or windproof jacket, sun glasses, sun block, gloves, sport shoes or trekking boots. Rubber and après ski boots, as well as high heel shoes are not allowed.

Guests must bring own lunch.

Participant restrictions

Due to the degree of effort and difficulty of this tour, it is not suitable for children younger than 10 years, adults older than 65 years, pregnant women, overweight guests, or guests with disabilities or health problems.

Policies

Cancellation: 2 days prior 100% penalty. No show 100% penalty.

Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.

**All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation**