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Perito Moreno Big Ice Tour

4.4213 reviews
Cerro El Calafate· El Calafate
by Headout
Duration7 hours
SeasonSee calendar when booking

The Experience

Your experience Walk on the heart of the Perito Moreno Glacier and uncover a frozen world few ever see. It’s an epic adventure deep into the ice, where every step reveals nature’s raw, untouched beauty. Getting started Your adventure kicks off at Puerto Bajo de las Sombras in Los Glaciares National Park. Here, you’ll meet your expert mountain guides, get a short briefing, and gear up for the day. If you’ve chosen the upgraded ticket, hotel transfers from El Calafate are included, so you can start your day worry-free. What to expect Big Ice is the ultimate glacier adventure, a rare chance to walk deep inside Perito Moreno, one of the few advancing glaciers on Earth. Explore hidden lagoons, deep crevasses, and shimmering ice caves on a once-in-a-lifetime Patagonian expedition. Features: Ancient Patagonian forests: Begin with a two-hour guided trek through the Patagonian-Magallanes forest. Walk beneath towering trees, spot native flora, and catch your first glacier views along the trail. Heart of Perito Moreno: Step onto the glacier for a three-hour expedition over dazzling ice formations. Explore deep-blue crevasses, shimmering lagoons, and surreal ice caves sculpted by time. Expert mountain guides: Your certified guides share stories of the glacier’s movement, history, and geology, turning every step into a fascinating lesson in nature’s power and resilience. Upgrades: Opt for the upgraded ticket to enjoy hotel transfers and a scenic boat ride on Lake Rico, sailing close to the glacier’s majestic south face.

How to book

Booked on Headout, who runs this experience. Inclusions and cancellation are theirs.

  • Book with Headout

    4.4(213 reviews)

    Free cancellation · 2 days before

    from₹43,987

    Includes: 2-hour hike through the Patagonian-Magallanes Andean Forest · 3-hour trek on the glacier & 2-hour return walk · English and Spanish-speaking guide · +5 more

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What to Bring

Recommended

  • Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy, closed-toe shoes suitable for trekking on ice. Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance. It is recommended to bring sunglasses, sunscreen, gloves, and a hat for protection against the sun and cold. Carry a reusable water bottle and snacks, as food and drinks may not be available during the trek. What’s not allowed Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed on the hike.

What to wear

comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy, closed-toe shoes suitable for trekking on ice

Logistics & Transit

Transport included
Pickup and drop-off arranged by the host
Location
Puerto Bajo las Sombras - Hielo y Aventura, Parque Nacional los Glaciares, Santa Cruz
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End point
Puerto Bajo las Sombras - Hielo y Aventura, Parque Nacional los Glaciares, Santa Cruz

Good to know

Restrictions

  • Not recommended for guests with heart conditions or high blood pressure

Who it's for

Min persons: 1

About the guide

Group experience
No — private booking

Know before you go

Know before you go What to bring Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy, closed-toe shoes suitable for trekking on ice. Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance. It is recommended to bring sunglasses, sunscreen, gloves, and a hat for protection against the sun and cold. Carry a reusable water bottle and snacks, as food and drinks may not be available during the trek. What’s not allowed Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed on the hike. Accessibility This experience is not accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users. Safety first! This experience is not recommended if you have cardiovascular diseases, reduced cardiac or vascular capacities, are pregnant, have back issues, physical or mental disabilities, obesity, vertigo, respiratory diseases (COPD, emphysema, asthma), or use stents, bypasses, pacemakers, or other prostheses. The experience is also not suitable for people who have had recent surgeries, are under treatment with anticoagulant medications, or suffer from grade III varicose veins. Additional information For safety reasons, only guests aged 18 to 50 years are allowed on this experience. Note: A completed medical form is required for each passenger to confirm the reservation. The tour is guided by expert mountain guides to ensure your safety and provide an informative experience. The experience involves trekking on ice and may require a moderate to high level of physical fitness. Minors wishing to join the activity without their parents must present a signed authorization form before the tour. For any inquiries or assistance during your trip, a dedicated WhatsApp chat is available. Hotel transfers are available only for accommodations that have a reception. If your stay is at a holiday rental or a property without a reception, a nearby meeting point will be provided for your departure.

The fine print

Voucher requirements

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly. Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point. Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.