Location: El Calafate
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Things to do in El Calafate, Patagonia: The Best Multi-day Tours
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.
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1. Classic El Calafate
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
You will enjoy the visit to one of the most important National Parks of this region for its great natural value: Los Glaciares National Park (Argentina). You will visit the amazing Perito Moreno Glacier.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Transport, Full Day Perito Moreno Glacier, 3 Nights Accommodation at El Calafate
Exclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Entrance Fees to National Parks, Tips, Flights, Optional Excursions
Reviewed By Vanster1512
I did the full trip from chaltan to Ushuaia. It’s a great tour and I had an amazing time. I booked through Argentina discovery but I believe the actual company which runs the tour is Camino abierto. In my group everyone had booked through different companies. Ana who works for Argentina discovery was very helpful. She always replied to my emails promptly. Even when my payment didn’t go and I had to do the transfer just before I left she was very calm and understanding about it. The phone number on their website isn’t correct but the one on Tripadvisor is correct so use that.
2. Best of Argentina 2 weeks
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
The best of Argentina in 2 weeks proposes a tour from North to South Argentina. On this trip you will visit Buenos Aires, Salta, Jujuy, Iguazú Falls to end the trip in El Calafate, in southern Patagonia. After visiting the capital, you will depart to one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the world: the Iguazú Falls! On both sides (Argentine and Brazilian), you will be surprised with its exuberant flora and its varied fauna. Then, you will discover the andean North by private car. On a road trip, you will be able to explore its magnificent routes, its hidden treasures, its towns, its inhabitants and its culture. Besides, you will have a cultural exchange experience with a rural community living in Salta, at la Quebrada del Toro. Lastly, the glacier region awaits you, you will enjoy hiking through the national park, appreciating the legendary trees and snow-capped peaks, navigating through the Argentino lake and the incredible experience of visiting the famous Perito Moreno Glacier.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 14 nights accommodation in a double room., Meals when mentioned "included" , Entrances to the National Parks., Transfers to the airport (in private service when mentioned)., Private transportation from day 6 to day 10 (4×4 vehicle with English speaking driver-guide) , Guided tours and excursions mentioned in the itinerary, with an English / Spanish speaking guide
Exclusions: Meals (except when mentioned) and additional personal expenses, Air transport (national and international), optional., Excursions indicated as optional.
Reviewed By mfsungoddess
My group of 14 people visited with the local family for a great dinner and empanada cooking session. everyone enjoyed the opportunity to try many of the local dishes and to even make one. the hosts were fantastic. as this was our first day in Argentina and it set the tone for the reminder of the trip.
3. 9-Days discovering the Best of Argentina: Buenos Aires, Iguazu and El Calafate
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
This is the best option if you want to discover and explore the most important highlights of this marvelous country! Get to know these three amazing destinations and its unique highlights. Do not miss on this opportunity!
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, 3 Nights Accommodation at a 4* Hotel in Buenos Aires, 2 Nights Accommodation at a 4* Hotel in Iguazu, 3 Nights Accommodation at a 4* Hotel in El Calafate, All excursions are done in small groups with English-speaking Guide, All transfers from airport to hotel at all destinations
Exclusions: Gratuities, Domestic Flights
Reviewed By juliasU2939EQ
We really enjoyed this virtual live experience all together. And even-though we decided to "only" watch, due to the time difference (after dinner for us), we had a great time learning more about how to properly cook Empanadas. Thanks again to Camila for making it very interesting, "tasteful"and fun and giving us the chance to discover the world of Empanadas and also sharing insights about Argentina with us.
4. Argentina Highlights in 12 days: Buenos Aires, Southern Patagonia & Iguazu Falls
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4.8 based on 9 reviews
Explore Argentina’s most featured destinations on this 12-day inclusive tour visiting Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, El Calafate and Ushuaia; the southernmost city in the world. On this tour you will visit our most renowned national parks which showcase natural wonders such as the Perito Moreno Glacier, the Iguazu Falls, the Beagle Channel and so much more! Explore beautiful Buenos Aires, our marvelous cosmopolitan city, in our half-day city tour and tango show. This tour is a once in a lifetime experience you would not want to miss!
Inclusions: 11 nights of accommodation (4 in Buenos Aires, 3 in Ushuaia, 2 in El Calafate & 2 in P. Iguazu) , Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Transfers mentioned in the itinerary, Tours described in the itinerary, National Park Entrance fees , Bilingual guide (English / Spanish), Ecotourism Tax
Exclusions: International or Domestic Flights, Port Tax (approx $2 USD), Transfers to and from the pier for the Beagle Channel Navigation (taxis cost less than $7 USD), Food and beverage, unless specified , Optional tours & Tips
Reviewed By NancyOD
Karen Rosa worked with me and my sister-in-law, Pat Holland, in arranging a unbelievable trip to Chile in March 2020. She was very accommodating when we kept tweaking our plans and she responded to each of our wishes professionally. We were sent a detailed itinerary delineating our private pick up times, where we should meet for our private tours as well as group tours and description of the sites we would be experiencing . We arrived in Chile on March 12 and due to the pandemic we chose to depart on March 13, late evening. We had arranged our own travel from United States. Karen worked with our wonderful travel insurance agency, Travel Guard. From the beginning, Karen told us she would seek refunds for the hotels, travel and tours that we were not able to participate in. We did receive a refund today from Say Hueque. I know this must be difficult financial times for travel agencies but Karen and her travel company follow through on their promise. When things get a little bit more normal I would not hesitate to use Karen Rosa and the services of Say Hueque
5. 5-Days Discovery Ushuaia and El Calafate
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4.8 based on 4 reviews
Travel to the end of the world! Join us in this adventure and get to know the most southern capital city in the world, Ushuaia. Be astonished by its landscape littered with dense forests, snow-capped mountains, lakes and millenary glaciers.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Transfers in Ushuaia and Calafate, 1 Night at a 4* Hotel in Ushuaia, 3 Nights at a 4* Hotel in El Calafate, English-speaking Guide, Excursion to Tierra del Fuego National Park, Excursion to Beagle Channel and Sea Wolf Island, Excursion to Punta Bandera and Ice Rivers, Excursion to Perito Moreno Glacier
Exclusions: Plane Tickets, Transfers in Buenos Aires, Meals, excepting breakfast at the hotel, Air tickets Buenos Aires – Ushuaia – El Calafate – Buenos Aires
Reviewed By JohnVandeDam
Be sure to book only with Piratours - ideally directly at their office in the centre of Ushuaia. We had a terrible experience with cancellation of our trip (booked here!) via Grey Line - despite paying in full for a trip on a date shown online here as available. Luckily, that was not the fault of the actual operator Piratour and they were able to fit us in when we went there in person. However, although quite expensive, it was well worth the experience and the tour is respectful of nature & the environment.
6. 5-Day El Calafate and Torres del Paine
Some things are impossible to believe till they stand right before our eyes. Patagonia evokes images of massive glaciers, rugged mountains and wide open, starlit skies. El Calafate, Perito Moreno Glacier and Torres Del Paine National Park represent the most stunning natural landscapes of Argentina and Chile. Tour Perito Moreno Glacier, Torres Del Paine and enjoy this true Patagonia adventure that discovers the best of Argentina and Chile.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Transfers and tours mentioned in the itinerary, Bilingual guide (English / Spanish)
Exclusions: Gratuities & National Park Entrance Fees, International or domestic flights
Reviewed By 512williamf
Wonderful tour. Picked us up at the hotel and made our way to the Glacier The tour guide was was outstanding. She was very knowledgeable and kind. The driver was also first rate. We really enjoyed the whole experience and would recommend it to anyone. I would suggest a visit to the Glacier Museum prior to the tour for all relevant insight to the glacier.
7. 6-Day Glacier and Hiking Tour in Patagonia
This six day Patagonia hiking holiday explores the best of this dramatic region. You’ll be based for five nights in the town of El Calafate, the gateway to the region. The first few days are all about glaciers. You’ll spend the bulk of your time at the Perito Moreno glacier, which sits in Los Glaciares National Park. There will be plenty of time to appreciate its heft (its front wall is 5km long) from nearby walking trails and viewing platforms, and you’ll also get the chance to grab the crampons and go ice hiking at its base. More glacial action comes in the form of a boat trip to Upsala Glacier, where you’ll sail past icebergs and snow covered peaks, as well as go off roading or hiking to take in more of the stunning landscape. Your last day is spent taking in the mountains, pampas and forests of Torres del Paine National Park, as well as spotting the magnificent wildlife that inhabits these parts, including wild guanacos rheas, condors and Patagonian hare.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, 5 nights accommodation, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Local taxes, Local guide, All activities, Hotel/port pickup, Hotel/port drop-off, Round-trip shared transfer, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Entrance fee to National Parks
Reviewed By CC0913
We did a 12 day customized trip in 2018. Found this company through Zicasso, Kieran was great arranging it all and communication was easy. Our trip started in Buenos Aires where we did a cooking class at the Argentine Experience and took a tango lesson. Our dance instructors took us out to a milongo afterwards and we ended up staying out until 2am. It was great! We felt completely immersed in the culture. We then flew to Iguazu and toured the jungle, got blasted by the falls in a boat ride and saw all the incredible creatures that live there. Our last 5 days were spent hiking in Patagonia where we trekked the Perito Moreno Glacier, visited a ranch, and then drove to El Chalten for the final days. All of our transportation was provided, all internal flights booked by Kieran, and everything was just wonderful. To this day, it’s one of my favorite vacations!
8. Classic El Calafate & El Chalten
A unique getaway to know El Calafate where the Perito Moreno Glacier is locatedd and the capital of trekking in Argentina: El Chalten.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, All transports , 3 Nights Accommodation at El Calafate , 3 Nights Accommodation at El Chalten , Full Day Perito Moreno Glacier , Full Day Lago del Desierto
Exclusions: Entrance Fees to National Parks, Tips , Flights, Optional Excursions
Reviewed By Vanster1512
I did the full trip from chaltan to Ushuaia. It’s a great tour and I had an amazing time. I booked through Argentina discovery but I believe the actual company which runs the tour is Camino abierto. In my group everyone had booked through different companies. Ana who works for Argentina discovery was very helpful. She always replied to my emails promptly. Even when my payment didn’t go and I had to do the transfer just before I left she was very calm and understanding about it. The phone number on their website isn’t correct but the one on Tripadvisor is correct so use that.
9. Tour to Authentic Patagonia 17 days
On this trip you will immerse yourself in the heart of the Atlantic, Andean and Austral Patagonia, its infinite lakes, steppes, and glaciers. You will discover the flora, fauna, and the rural traditions of local communities, the local gastronomy, and the natural parks of the south of Argentina. A highlight of this trip will be the cultural exchange experience with a community of natives in Bariloche and the whale watching in Península Valdés.
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, 15 nights accommodation (category: standard) , 1 homestay in full board, Breakfasts in all accommodations., Tickets to National Parks., Transfers to the airport (in private service when mentioned), Meals when "included" , Excursions mentioned on the itinerary (group tours)
Exclusions: Air transport (optional)., Excursions indicated as "optional "., Personal meals and extras not mentioned.
Reviewed By mfsungoddess
My group of 14 people visited with the local family for a great dinner and empanada cooking session. everyone enjoyed the opportunity to try many of the local dishes and to even make one. the hosts were fantastic. as this was our first day in Argentina and it set the tone for the reminder of the trip.
10. Classic El Chalten
A unique getaway to know the capital of trekking in Argentina: El Chalten. You will get to know this incredible city at the base of Mount Fitz Roy.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Transport El Calafate - El Chalten - El Calafate , Full Day Lago del Desierto , 3 Nights Accommodation at El Chalten
Exclusions: Entrance Fees to National Parks, Tips, Flights , Optional Excursions
Reviewed By Vanster1512
I did the full trip from chaltan to Ushuaia. It’s a great tour and I had an amazing time. I booked through Argentina discovery but I believe the actual company which runs the tour is Camino abierto. In my group everyone had booked through different companies. Ana who works for Argentina discovery was very helpful. She always replied to my emails promptly. Even when my payment didn’t go and I had to do the transfer just before I left she was very calm and understanding about it. The phone number on their website isn’t correct but the one on Tripadvisor is correct so use that.
