Top 5 Hiking Tours in El Calafate

1.Perito Moreno Glacier Trekking Tour and Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 805 reviews · 5 - 11 hours · from $396Our pick

Walk on Perito Moreno Glacier, sail beside its ice walls, and explore Patagonian forest and boardwalk views from El Calafate.

“The El Calafate Mini Trekking tour is honestly on the expensive side, but it was absolutely worth it. Walking directly on the glacier is not something you get to do every day, and from start to finish, it felt like such a special and unique experience. It also became an unforgettable memory for my kids. My kids didn’t find it difficult at all—in fact, they were so excited and enjoyed every moment, which made me even happier as a parent. It wasn’t just sightseeing, but a real hands-on adventure, where you can truly see and feel nature. Most of all, the guides were amazing. Sebastian (I may be spelling the…”

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2.El Chaltén with Trekking from El Calafate

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 157 reviews · from $97Best value

El Chaltén day trip from El Calafate with Fitz Roy views, two easy walks, bilingual guides, lunch options, and a long scenic ride.

“An excellent day with Tobias and Nico!! The stop for ice cream (gelato) at Domo Blanco was a sweet way to end a wonderful day!!”

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3.Safari Azul Los Glaciares Trekking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 123 reviews · 9 hours · from $182

Review of El Calafate’s Safari Azul tour, with glacier trekking, boat views, park walkways, practical costs, timing, and packing advice.

“The glacier is incredible and a must-see in El Calafate. Excellently organised tour to visit the glacier in good time”

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4.Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 111 reviews · 5 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $316

Hike Perito Moreno Glacier with crampons, boat past the ice wall, and visit the famous footbridges in Los Glaciares National Park.

“Absolutely incredible! The views were spectacular. The tour guide we had, Nico, was great. Very knowledgable, kind, and funny. Make sure you bring layers as it rained and was windy during our tour. Some people brought a change of clothes, which was a great idea. Overall, I would definitely recommend this tour to all!”

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5.El Chalten Full-Day Tour and Short Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 84 reviews · 11 hours · from $130

Review of the 11-hour El Calafate to El Chaltén tour, with Viedma Glacier views, short hikes, park fees, transport, lunch, and practical tips.

“I booked this activity specifically for the transfer to/from El Chalten. The wording on the activity indicated that we would have 5 hours to explore on our own, or could opt for a short tour. On the day of the activity, my friend and I were informed that the tour (a short hike) was included and we would not have the 5 hours free time we were expecting - we would have 2 hours to explore the town of El Chalten, rather than the trekking we were prepared for. That said, the guide was very knowledgeable and accommodating. The transport was a small van that packed 9 of us into…”

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