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Ushuaia: Vinciguerra Glacier Trek & Floe Lagoon
Ushuaia: Vinciguerra Glacier Trek & Floe Lagoon★★★★★★★★★★ 4.95 (241)7h 30mYou trek 14 kilometers through Patagonian forest and protected wetlands, climb for three hours to a turquoise floe lagoon, and stand in front of a retreating glacier that looks different every season. Equipment, transport, meals, and insurance are all included, so you show up ready to move.Is it for me?Book this if you're fit enough for a steady 3-hour climb and want to see a glacier that's actively changing — the physical demand is what makes a full day at the floe lagoon possible, and the seasonal shifts mean no two visits look the same.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 140View ›
Ushuaia: Emerald Lagoon Trek & Fuegian Valley Hike with Lunch
Ushuaia: Emerald Lagoon Trek & Fuegian Valley Hike with Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.94 (140)5hYou’ll hike from Ushuaia into Tierra Mayor Valley with a local guide, cross forests and rocky streams to reach the glacier-fed Emerald Lagoon, then share a simple box lunch by its surreal green water before heading back. Expect muddy boots, cold air on your face, and moments of unexpected quiet that stay with you.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 116View ›
Peninsula Valdés Day Tour: Whales, Seals & Orcas in One Day
Peninsula Valdés Day Tour: Whales, Seals & Orcas in One Day★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (244)9h–10hYou spend the day crossing Península Valdés in an air-conditioned vehicle, stopping at interpretation centers, coastal viewpoints, and wildlife hotspots where whales, orcas, elephant seals and penguins gather. Whale-watching boat rides are optional and seasonal (June–December). The route adjusts for tides and weather, which is what makes the sightings possible. Hotel pickup is included, and the team stays reachable throughout.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in Puerto Madryn who want to see Patagonian wildlife — whales, orcas, seals, penguins — without arranging transport or timing the tides themselves. The full day out (around 10 hours) is what lets you cover multiple ecosystems and habitats in one trip, and the route shifts with weather and wildlife activity rather than following a fixed schedule.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −36%fromUS$ 125View ›
Kayaking Santa Cruz River in El Calafate: 15 km paddle to lunch
Kayaking Santa Cruz River in El Calafate: 15 km paddle to lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (166)5h 30mKayak 15 km down the Santa Cruz River in El Calafate, paddling double kayaks from the mouth of Lake Argentino to a remote Patagonian estancia where lunch waits. The route follows the path Charles Darwin traveled through the region in the mid-19th century. Private transport picks you up, a certified guide leads the paddle, and the day includes technical instruction, full gear (Gore Tex drysuits, life vests, boots and gloves), and a three-course lunch with wine and juice. The activity takes 5.5 hours total.Is it for me?Book this if you're paddling 15 km across open water and need private pickup and drop-off from your hotel included, or if you prefer a double kayak where a guide handles navigation while you focus on paddling.Free cancellationfromUS$ 250View ›
Punta Tombo Penguin Colony Tour: Walk Among Thousands
Punta Tombo Penguin Colony Tour: Walk Among Thousands★★★★★★★★★★ 4.89 (176)7hThis shore excursion from Puerto Madryn takes cruise passengers to Punta Tombo, home to the largest Magellanic penguin colony on the American continent, where you spend approximately 2 hours in the reserve observing thousands of penguins alongside guanacos, maras and native armadillos in their natural habitat. The tour includes a 2-hour drive each way, a stop at a dinosaur replica, and a panoramic city tour of Puerto Madryn on the return if time allows. A live guide in English or Spanish, hotel or port pickup, bottled water, sandwiches and WiFi are included; the full day runs about 7 hours and suits all fitness levels.Is it for me?Book this tour if your ship docks in Puerto Madryn and you want to use the morning or afternoon for a full inland excursion — the timing is built around cruise schedules, the guide knows exactly when you need to return, and the walk among the penguins is something you cannot do anywhere else in the region.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −50%fromUS$ 120View ›
Tierra del Fuego: Small Group Tour & End of the World Train
Tierra del Fuego: Small Group Tour & End of the World Train★★★★★★★★★★ 4.89 (132)5h 30mYou’ll feel the wild edge of Tierra del Fuego on this small group day trip from Ushuaia, walking snowy trails beside Lake Roca, touching the famous Pan-American sign at Lapataia Bay, and (if you want) riding the End of the World Train as your guide shares stories only locals know.Free cancellationTravelers' pick-15%fromUS$ 54View ›
El Calafate: Cerro Frias 4x4 & Patagonian Steppe Safari
El Calafate: Cerro Frias 4x4 & Patagonian Steppe Safari★★★★★★★★★★ 4.89 (100)4hYou drive a 4x4 into the Patagonian steppe toward Cerro Frias, cross through native forest and wildlife habitat, and reach a hilltop ranch with views spanning from Fitz Roy to Torres del Paine and into Chile. A meal is served depending on your booking time, and the private vehicle means you set the pace through the landscape and stay as long as the light allows.Is it for me?Book this if you want the panoramic views of Fitz Roy and Torres del Paine without arranging your own 4x4 rental or navigating the rough terrain yourself — the private vehicle and fixed meal timing mean you focus on the landscape instead of logistics.Free cancellationKids −17%fromUS$ 140View ›
Ushuaia 4x4 Off Road Tour: Lakes & Lunch
Ushuaia 4x4 Off Road Tour: Lakes & Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.83 (229)8hAn 8-hour 4x4 off-road tour from Ushuaia that takes you north through native forest to Garibaldi Pass, Escondido Lake, and Lake Fagnano, where you stop for lunch on the shore. The tour includes hotel pickup, a live guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese, and adventure insurance. Small groups ride in Toyota Land Cruiser Prado trucks, and the route is suitable for families with infants through grandparents.Is it for me?The 8-hour commitment means you spend most of a day on the road and at the lakes, which suits travelers who want a full immersion in the Patagonian backcountry but rules out anyone needing to fit multiple activities into one day. The truck ride itself is the point—if you want to drive off-road through native forest and stop at remote glacial lakes rather than see them from a distance, this is the way to do it.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −19%fromUS$ 175View ›
Ushuaia Lakes District: 4x4 Off-Road Day Tour with Asado Lunch
Ushuaia Lakes District: 4x4 Off-Road Day Tour with Asado Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.83 (194)7h–8hYou’ll ride deep into Tierra del Fuego’s wild heart on a 4x4 day trip from Ushuaia to Lake Escondido and Fagnano. Expect muddy tracks, mountain views that sneak up on you, a smoky forest asado lunch with local wine, and plenty of stories from your guide along the way. This isn’t just sightseeing — you’ll feel Patagonia under your skin.Free cancellationKids −30%fromUS$ 165View ›
El Calafate: Cerro Frias Horseback Ride & Ranch Lunch
El Calafate: Cerro Frias Horseback Ride & Ranch Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.83 (129)4hYou’ll ride horseback from El Calafate up Cerro Frias with a local guide, crossing meadows and forests for wild Patagonian views. Expect close-up moments with ranch animals and maybe guanacos or foxes along the trail. After descending through lenga woods, you’ll share a hearty ranch lunch or snack by the fire—a day that lingers long after you’ve left.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −19%fromUS$ 150View ›

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El Calafate Airport to Hotel: Fixed-Price Transfer & Pickup
El Calafate Airport to Hotel: Fixed-Price Transfer & Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 4.15 (48)20mYou land at El Calafate Airport and a staff member meets you at arrivals with a sign bearing your name. You share a transfer vehicle with other passengers heading to nearby hotels, arriving at your accommodation within the hour. The price is fixed before you travel, and the driver tracks your flight, so delays don't leave you stranded. No negotiation, no surprises, no extra logistics to handle after traveling.Is it for me?Book this if you want to step out of the airport and into a car without arranging a ride, negotiating a price, or waiting in a taxi queue — the fixed cost and flight tracking mean you land and go.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromUS$ 15View ›
Ushuaia Airport Transfer: Shared Ride to Downtown Hotels
Ushuaia Airport Transfer: Shared Ride to Downtown Hotels★★★★★★★★★★ 4.43 (47)30mYou book a shared van from Ushuaia airport to your downtown hotel with a bilingual driver waiting at arrivals. The round-trip option brings you back to the airport at the end of your stay. You avoid taxi hunting, get a fixed price upfront, and travel in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle with one suitcase and carry-on per person included.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the taxi queue and arrive at your hotel without arranging transport or negotiating a fare—the fixed price and driver waiting with your name are what make the difference between a smooth arrival and an unnecessary hassle.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −38%fromUS$ 15View ›
El Calafate Airport Transfer: Hotel Pickup & Carpooling
El Calafate Airport Transfer: Hotel Pickup & Carpooling★★★★★★★★★★ 4.35 (23)20mYou get picked up from your hotel at a time matched to your flight, share a ride to El Calafate airport with other travelers, and arrive with the buffer you need for check-in. The schedule is set when you book, the route is handled by someone who knows it, and the cost stays low because you're splitting the ride.Is it for me?Book this if you want the airport run handled without arranging a taxi, negotiating a price, or timing it yourself — the fixed pickup window is what makes it reliable on a travel day when you're already thinking about a dozen other things.Free cancellationInfants freefromUS$ 15View ›
El Calafate Airport Transfer: Private Hotel Pickup
El Calafate Airport Transfer: Private Hotel Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (26)20m–30mYou're picked up from your hotel lobby at a time you choose and driven directly to El Calafate airport in a private vehicle. The driver knows the route, tracks your flight, and the price is fixed before you book — which means you can focus on packing instead of worrying about how you'll get to the terminal.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the uncertainty of shared shuttles and the hassle of arranging your own transport — a private pickup means you leave when you're ready, not when the van fills up, and you know the cost before you get in.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom · per groupUS$ 29View ›
El Calafate Airport to Hotel: Private Transfer
El Calafate Airport to Hotel: Private Transfer★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (26)30mYou're picked up at Armando Tola Airport by a private driver who meets you at arrivals and takes you directly to your El Calafate hotel. The 30–40 minute drive covers all fees upfront, so there's no negotiating at the curb or surprises on the meter. Infants travel on an adult's lap.Is it for me?Book this if you're landing in El Calafate and want to skip the taxi queue and meter negotiation—the driver meets you at arrivals and the price is locked in, so you go straight to your hotel without fuss.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom · per groupUS$ 30View ›
Perito Moreno Glacier Walkway Tour from El Calafate
Perito Moreno Glacier Walkway Tour from El Calafate★★★★★★★★★★ 4.60 (25)8hThe Perito Moreno Glacier Walkway Tour is an eight-hour guided tour from El Calafate through Los Glaciares National Park, where you walk the park's circuit of boardwalks to view the glacier's south face and Brazo Rico from multiple vantage points. A specialist guide accompanies you in an air-conditioned vehicle and on foot; hotel pickup is included. The walkways span roughly five kilometers at varying levels, and conditions permitting, you may witness ice blocks detaching and falling into the water below.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want guided context about the glacier's geology and history alongside your time on the boardwalks, and need transport from El Calafate included in one coordinated day.Free cancellationKids −20%fromUS$ 66View ›
Perito Moreno Glacier El Calafate: Walkways & Boat Tour
Perito Moreno Glacier El Calafate: Walkways & Boat Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.39 (23)8hYou walk the Perito Moreno Glacier's 4-kilometer boardwalk system at your own pace with a bilingual guide, then take a one-hour boat ride across Lago Argentino to view the 80-meter ice wall from the water. The tour includes hotel pickup, three hours on the walkways with a lunch break option, and returns you to El Calafate in the afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Perito Moreno Glacier without arranging transport, park entry, or timing the walkways and boat ride yourself — the fixed schedule and included guide handle all three, leaving you free to move at your own pace once you're there.Free cancellationKids −19%fromUS$ 66View ›
Tierra del Fuego National Park tour from Ushuaia with guide
Tierra del Fuego National Park tour from Ushuaia with guide★★★★★★★★★★ 4.68 (47)5h–6hA guided tour of Tierra del Fuego National Park departing from Ushuaia takes small groups through the reserve 12 kilometers from the city, stopping at Lake Roca and Zaratiegue Cove before reaching the Pan-American Highway's southern terminus at Lapataia Bay. Hotel pickup and an English or Spanish-speaking guide are included; the tour runs four to five hours and suits all fitness levels.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want a guide to explain the landscape and history as you move through the park—the small group size and included pickup mean you're not navigating or driving yourself, and the four- to five-hour window fits a half-day itinerary. Choose the option with the train ticket if you want both the park and the historic railway in one outing; choose the park-only option if you prefer to spend the time at the viewpoints and the lake without the train stop.Free cancellationKids −49%fromUS$ 70View ›
Tierra del Fuego National Park hike: Small groups, local guides
Tierra del Fuego National Park hike: Small groups, local guides★★★★★★★★★★ 4.75 (20)5h 30mA guided hike through Tierra del Fuego National Park in a small group with a certified local guide, covering Lapataia Bay, Lake Roca and Ensenada Zaratiegui over 5.5 hours. The guide shares the geography, ecology and human history of the park as you walk sub-Antarctic forests, peatlands and the Beagle Channel coast. Pickup from your accommodation is included; park entry is separate.Is it for me?Pickup from your hotel means you don't need a rental car or a ride arranged separately—the guide handles the transport between trailheads, so you can focus on the walk and the landscape instead of navigation.Free cancellationKids −50%fromUS$ 70View ›
Ushuaia: Beagle Channel Catamaran & Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse
Ushuaia: Beagle Channel Catamaran & Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse★★★★★★★★★★ 4.30 (44)3hYou board a modern catamaran in Ushuaia and spend two to three hours on the Beagle Channel, stopping at a bird colony, a sea lion island, and the famous Les Éclaireurs Lighthouse with time to disembark and photograph it. Navigation and a guide are included, along with an onboard restroom and air conditioning. No separate arrangements needed—just show up at the port.Is it for me?A good fit if you want the main Beagle Channel wildlife and the famous lighthouse without arranging your own boat—the catamaran runs on a fixed schedule and includes the guide, so you just show up at the port. Expect two to three hours on the water, which is what fits all three stops and the disembark time into one outing.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −50%fromUS$ 75View ›
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