If you are going to visit El Calafate, one of the activities you have to do is the trekking on the Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the natural wonders of Argentina. Here we tell you all the necessary information to carry out the activity.
Undoubtedly, it is one of the essential activities to do in El Calafate, along with navigation called all glaciers.
The adrenaline of walking on an imposing mass of ice is indescribable. Although it is not a cheap excursion, for us it is a must in El Calafate.
We detail the information to make the mini trekking on the Perito Moreno glacier.
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How is the minitrekking on the Perito Moreno glacier?
- The excursion departs from Puerto Bajo Las Sombras and crosses the Rico arm in a boat.
- Once you cross the Rico arm, you will take a 20-minute walk along the shore of the lake until you reach the glacier.
- The walk on the Perito Moreno glacier is about an hour and a half.
- The glacier walk is done in groups of 20 people.
- The total excursion lasts 10 hours between the transfer from El Calafate to the port of Puerto Bajo las Sombras and the crossing of the Rico arm in a boat.
- Book the mini trekking on the Perito Moreno Glacier from here.
Minitrekking on the Perito Moreno Glacier you will observe small blue lagoons and deep crevasses, along with the impressive sensation of walking on a great wall of ice.
Price of the minitrekking on the Perito Moreno Glacier in 2026
As we mentioned it is not a cheap excursion, the price per person is USD 350.
What is included in the Perito Moreno Glacier walking tour?
The company in charge of the service provides:
- Guide in Spanish, English or Portuguese in the bus transfer from El Calafate to Puerto Bajo Las Sombras, and mountain guide to walk on the glacier.
- The crampons to walk on the glacier.
- It also includes a visit to the walkways of the Perito Moreno Glacier.
What is not included is the entrance fee to Los Glaciares National Park and the meal.
What clothes should I bring to do the mini trekking on the Perito Moreno glacier?
- Waterproof jacket, gloves and cap.
- Warm clothing.
- Trekking shoes.
- Sunscreen and sunglasses for the reflection produced by the ice.
- In addition, it is necessary to take food and drink to stay hydrated, since the physical effort is of medium/high level.
When can I hike on the Perito Moreno Glacier?
The hike on the Perito Moreno glacier can be done all year round, although in the winter months (June to September included), it is not done every day.
Requirements for walking on the Perito Moreno glacier
Only people from 8 to 65 years old. People with cardiovascular problems, pregnant women, people who are overweight, people with respiratory problems such as asthma and people with physical disabilities are not allowed to trek.
Book the mini trekking on the Perito Moreno Glacier from here.