El Calafate 1-Day Tours and Trips
We offer 20+ great 1-Day El Calafate tours and trips in 2025/2026. Our El Calafate Day trips are offered by some of El Calafate's best travel experts.
The Best 1-day Trips in El Calafate
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Mini Trekking at Perito Moreno Glacier with Boat Ride - 1 day
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We had the oportunity to had unbelievable views of the glacier, and we had the best experience at the minitrekkig tour on the ice, with the guides and others turist, playing with snowballs and drink whisky with ice of the glacier. The best thing for me, was the chances of getting amazing photos, and also the guides took us to special places where they took the best photos of us.
Trekking and Hiking
Perito Moreno Glacier Tour & Boat ride Small Group - 1 day
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Nature enthusiasts seeking a close encounter with Patagonia’s glacial majesty will find the 'Perito Moreno Glacier Tour & Boat ride Small Group' an unforgettable experience. Limited to fewer than 20 participants, this intimate tour offers up-close views of the awe-inspiring Perito Moreno Glacier and the iconic Curva de los Suspiros.
Cruise on a modern catamaran from Muelle Bajo las Sombras, accessing perspectives of the glacier impossible by land. Along the way, you’ll traverse lakes, rivers, mountains, and scenic trails, all under the guidance of local experts.
The unique selling point of this trip is its small group size, ensuring personalized attention and an exclusive, immersive adventure into one of Argentina’s most celebrated natural wonders.
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Estancia Cristina & Upsala Glacier Cruise - 1 day
This tour is full of adventure like no other. You will navigate between icebergs and travel in 4x4 vehicles through mountain roads that used to be hidden by the presence of glaciers, in order to hike at the most beautiful scenery ever seen. Our Estancia Cristina Discovery tour begins with a navigation between icebergs, passing in front of the Spegazzini Glacier towards the Estancia Cristina. You will visit the Folklore museum, and will see landmarks such as the Mirador del Upsala and its imposing eastern front, Lake Guillermo, Southern Patagonian Ice and the Cerros Murallón and Don Bosco
Sailing, yachting and motor boating
Full-Day Glacier Cruise from El Calafate with a Scenic Stop - 1 day
Journey across the sparkling expanse of Argentina’s Argentino Lake on a "Full-Day Glacier Cruise from El Calafate with a Scenic Stop." This tour invites you to experience the awe-inspiring vistas of the glacier region from the comfort of a catamaran, offering ample opportunities to capture stunning photos from both the cozy interior or out on the open deck.
A highlight of the trip is the stop at Spegazzini Base, where you’ll enjoy lunch and set off on a gentle walk through the forest. Multiple trails lead to scenic viewpoints, each offering breathtaking perspectives on the glaciers and National Park. This cruise tour is perfect for travelers looking to blend comfort and adventure, with the unique benefit of combining navigation, sightseeing, and a tranquil nature walk in one seamless package.
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El Calafate Expedition: 4WD Adventure with Optional Hike or Zipline - 1 day
Venture into the wilderness of Patagonia on the El Calafate Expedition: 4WD Adventure with Optional Hike or Zipline. Journey in robust 4x4 vehicles to panoramic viewpoints where you can soak up sweeping vistas of Lake Argentino, Cerro Fitz Roy, and the iconic Tower in El Chaltén. For thrill-seekers, choose to extend the adventure with a hike or an exhilarating zipline ride. This tour package is perfect for those craving both comfort and excitement in one trip, with its unique highlight being the flexibility to personalize your Patagonian experience amidst some of South America’s most spectacular scenery.
Sightseeing Tours
Patagonia Bike Safari: Wilderness & Wildlife - 1 day
Imagine cycling across the open Patagonian steppe, past guanacos and ancient Tehuelche ruins, with panoramic views that stretch to the horizon. This Patagonia Bike Safari offers an exhilarating way to experience the 25 de Mayo Nature Reserve. After a 4x4 ascent to the Calafate stream valley, you’ll pedal 10 miles alongside an expert guide, discovering unique wildlife and the region’s storied past. Refuel with a hearty lunch at the estancia, rounding out a day that blends adventure, natural beauty, and cultural insight. The USP? A guided bicycle tour that immerses you in Patagonia’s wild splendor and ancient heritage, all in one unforgettable ride.
Explorer
Estancia Cristina & Fossil Canyon Trek - 1 day
This tour it's an adventure like no other. It will take you to travel in 4x4 vehicles a mountain road that used to be hidden by the presence of glaciers, to reach the refuge of Continental Icefield and from there, make a trek through the most beautiful landscapes ever seen.With our tour Estancia Cristina Trekking Canyon of Fossils, you can see landmarks such as the Mirador del Upsala and its imposing eastern front, Lago Guillermo, Hielo Patagónico Sur, and Cerros Murallón and Don Bosco, to finish at the amazing Canyon of Fossil
Trekking and Hiking
El Calafate Sightseeing Tour with Transfers Included - 1 day
Ready to get close to Patagonia’s wild heart? This El Calafate sightseeing tour, complete with included airport transfers, invites you to discover the region’s dramatic landscapes. Perfect for those passionate about nature, the tour offers breathtaking encounters with lakes, rivers, and mountain trails. Stand in awe before the staggering Perito Moreno Glacier—including unique vantage points only accessible by a modern catamaran from Muelle bajo las Sombras. The USP: exclusive glacier views and immersive nature experiences, all while enjoying the convenience of seamless transport. Ideal for travelers seeking an unforgettable trip into Argentina’s untamed south.
Explorer
Estancia Cristina Classic Tour - 1 day
Step into the wild beauty of Los Glaciares National Park on the Estancia Cristina Classic Tour. Journey to this historic ranch and its awe-inspiring surroundings, where spectacular glaciers and some of South America’s most dramatic landscapes unfold before you. Perfect for nature lovers, this tour package provides access to pristine scenery rarely seen by the average traveler, making it a standout experience in Argentine Patagonia.
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Blue Safari: Perito Moreno Glacier with navigation from El Calafate - 1 day
We will navigate the Rico Lake inside Los Glaciares National Park and disembark on the shore of the Perito Moreno Glacier where we will walk through a natural terrain of sand and stones, along the shore of the lake and through a lush forest until we reach the glacier.
Once next to it, we will be able to fully enjoy its intense and varied blues, whites and whimsical shapes, and take countless photographs
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