Perito Moreno Glacier Tour from El Calafate: Catwalks

Eighty kilometers through Patagonia to three hours on the glacier's footbridges

A full-day tour from El Calafate to Perito Moreno Glacier in Los Glaciares National Park, traveling by air-conditioned vehicle with a bilingual guide authorized by National Parks. You spend three hours walking freely on the catwalks facing the glacier, with panoramic stops along the route and the option to eat at the on-site restaurant. Hotel pickup and park entry are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Perito Moreno Glacier and surroundings

• Depart from El Calafate city
• Travel 80km to Los Glaciares National Park
• Stop at Argentino Lake viewpoint
• Stop at Perito Moreno Glacier viewpoint
• Walk freely on glacier catwalks for 3 hours
• Meet guide and return to El Calafate

The experience

The day starts at your hotel between 8:45 a.m. and leaves you back there around 4:30 p.m. The 80-kilometer route to the glacier passes through the Patagonian Steppe and Andean Forest, with two stops before you reach the park: a 15-minute viewpoint over Argentino Lake and the local landscape, then a 20-minute stop to see Perito Moreno Glacier from a distance. Your guide provides context about the glacier's history and the environment as you travel. The vehicle has air conditioning and heating, and bathroom stops are built into the itinerary.

Once you arrive at the catwalks inside Los Glaciares National Park, you have three hours to walk at your own pace. The guide outlines the different paths and their difficulty levels, then you choose which routes suit you. There's no requirement to cover every section, and you can move as slowly or as quickly as you want. When the three hours are up, you meet the guide at an agreed point to begin the return to El Calafate.

The restaurant at the glacier is available if you want to eat with a view. If you prefer not to, the guide can direct you to other dining options. Park entry is included in the booking, as is the bilingual guide and all transport from your accommodation.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in El Calafate.
• air-conditioned vehicle adapted for Patagonia travel.
• bilingual guide authorized by National Parks.
• entry to Los Glaciares National Park.
• three hours of free time on the catwalks facing Perito Moreno Glacier.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:30

AgesAdult (17 to 21 years) · Senior (22 and older) · Youth (7 to 16 years) · Child (3 to 6 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 24

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 3.62

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomeInfants must sit on laps

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Is this one for you?Choose this if you want guided commentary on the glacier's geology and history during the drive, then three hours of self-guided exploration on the catwalks: shared group means lower cost than private options.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (7 to 16 years); Child (3 to 6 years); Infant (under 3): free.

How far is the drive from El Calafate to Perito Moreno Glacier?

The route to Los Glaciares National Park covers 80 kilometers and includes two panoramic stops along the way before you reach the glacier itself.

Can I walk at my own pace on the catwalks, or does the guide lead the group?

You walk freely on the catwalks for three hours without the guide. The guide explains the different paths and their difficulty levels before you start, then you choose which routes to take and set your own pace.

What time does the tour pick me up and drop me off?

Pickup is between 8:45 a.m. from your hotel, and drop-off is around 4:30 p.m. The full day is approximately eight hours.

Is lunch included, and where do I eat?

Lunch is not included in the tour price. A restaurant with views of the glacier is available at the park. If you prefer to eat elsewhere, the guide can point you to other options.

What is Los Glaciares National Park, and why do I need a ticket?

Los Glaciares National Park protects the Perito Moreno Glacier and the surrounding landscape. Park entry is included in your tour booking, so you don't need to arrange or pay for it separately.

Are there bathroom stops during the drive?

Yes, technical stops for bathroom use are included during the journey to and from the glacier.