The 10 Best Boat Tours & Water Sports in El Calafate, Patagonia

February 7, 2022 Marissa Gamble

Building on its must-visit location, the once-tiny El Calafate has grown quickly to cater to and profit from the visitors to nearby Los Glaciares National Park. Many visit to see such natural wonders as Perito Moreno Glacier, a massive glacier that’s actually composed of many other pieces of shifting ice. Yet travelers will find that El Calafate is much more than merely a gateway to the Patagonian wild—it’s a fun town offering all sorts of outdoor adventures.
Restaurants in El Calafate

1. Cruceros MarPatag

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5.0 based on 1,444 reviews

Cruceros MarPatag

MarPatag Cruises offers the opportunity to experience the magic of the Patagonian glaciers, one of the most impressive places in the world. It currently offers 2 navigation programs: - Gourmet Glaciers: full day aboard the María Turquesa Cruise, with a maximum capacity of 180 passengers and 16 passengers in an exclusive Premium deck. It is possible to see the Upsala glacier and visit the Spegazzini and Perito Moreno. More a disembarkation and walk for an exclusive bay and enjoy a gourmet lunch in one of the most beautiful scenarios of the National Park. - The Glaciers Spirit Program: 3 days and 2 nights aboard the Exclusive Santa Cruz Cruise, with a maximum capacity of 42 passengers (in 21 cabins with external view). It is possible to see the Upsala glacier and visit the Spegazzini, Mayo and Perito Moreno, with disembarkation at Puesto de las Vacas and Seno Mayo. The best program to discover the National Park exclusively, with a charming atmosphere and personalized attention. The wall

2. Kayak Santa Cruz

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5.0 based on 391 reviews

Kayak Santa Cruz

Full day activity: Kayaking in one of the patagonian rivers close to El Calafate and Chalten, La Leona River (2nd Class), 8 miles paddling with a trekking of 1,5 hrs in the Badlands (Stunning geological formation), walking with dinosuars and petrified trees, All excitement in one activity. Pick up time start at 7.30 AM - Back to Calafate town at 5 pm. Check more picks in our web!!

3. Glaciar Turismo

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5.0 based on 18 reviews

Glaciar Turismo

Tourism Agency specialized in excursions, tours, transfers and hotels in El Calafate, El Chaltén and Ushuaia. Perito Moreno Glacier - Patagonia Argentina

4. Calafate Kayaks

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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Calafate Kayaks

We carry out a Kayak activity called "Water Trails" on the shore of Lake Argentino in front of the town of El Calafate. The excursion allows you to observe and enjoy the environment, the lake, the mountains, as well as the variety of birds in the area. It is not necessary to have previous experience in this activity. The guide Joaquín will teach you to enjoy this discipline with all the security measures. It is an excursion that can be done both in the morning and in the afternoon. Come and discover the water trails of El Calafate with us!

5. Estancia Cristina

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4.5 based on 2,388 reviews

Estancia Cristina

Located on the Northwest shore of the Argentine Lake on the far of Cristiana’s arm, Estancia Cristina is located in a unique corner in Los Glaciares National Park. Founded in 1941 by Joseph P. Masters and his wife, this stunning place still maintains its essence, keeping the history of this family alive, that with great effort and perseverance, made this lonely and inhospitable place a small paradise a home. This full day program grants alternatives to those who prefer a quiet afternoon of walk and history as well as those who are into adventure with trekking and 4x4 wheel drive rides.

6. Hielo y Aventura

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4.5 based on 3,366 reviews

Hielo y Aventura

Concessionary company of Glaciers national parks, certified by a quality standard ISO 9001:2008. We develops excursions to walk over Perito Moreno glacier, and navigate in front of its southern wall. Minitrekking: 10 hours tour, including transportation from Calafate, one hour visit to panoramic view point, 20 minutes navigation, and 1:40 hour trek on the ice. Physical effort: Medium high Big Ice: 12 hours tour, including transportation form Calafate, half an hour visit to the panoramic view point, 20 minutes navigation, 3:30 hours trekking on the ice. Physical effort: High. Safari Nautico: one hour navigation in front of the southern face of Perito Moreno Glacier. It does not include transportation. It can be purchased in the park, the day of the tour.

7. Calafate Mountain Park

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4.5 based on 347 reviews

Calafate Mountain Park

Mil Outdoor invites you to live the experience of visiting millenarian places in its Calafate Mountain Park, with views to Lake Argentino and the mountain range. The programs are developed in Mount Huyliche at 1,050 meters o.s.l., offering summer and winter activities for all ages, with diverse difficulty levels. During winter the Calafate Mountain Park works as a Snow Park being a perfect place to learn and improve the ski skills, to make trips on snowmobiles or simply have fun sliding with our tubing. For summer season, offers our highlight and classic ‘Balcón de Calafate’ excursion in their TREKKER 4 × 4 vehicles, with the possibility of adding a ride on ATVs to know more corners of the Mt. Huyliche.

8. Gooshe Aike

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4.5 based on 26 reviews

Gooshe Aike

Taylor made tours to Los Glaciares National Park in Argentinian Patagonia, to visit Perito Moreno Glacier, Upsala Glacier, Speghazzini Glacier, Fitz Roy Mountain and Cerro Torre as well as Torres del Paine National Park. Private or shared services.

9. Mundo Austral

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4.5 based on 138 reviews

Mundo Austral

Mundo austral SRL is a travel agency with more than 15 years working in the touristic market in patagonia austral. We are a small big company from Calafate set up by pioneers of the region, with the advantage of knowing better the region. We operate the hole year offering all the touristic alternatives from this place.

10. Patagonia Dreams

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4.5 based on 133 reviews

Patagonia Dreams

In Patagonia Dreams you can find everything you need to plan your stay in the city of El Calafate. We offer you the most traditional tours and excursions, such as the visit to the Perito Moreno Glacier, or the new activities, such as visiting the Capital of Trekking in our Full Day Chalten.

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