2 Day Perito Moreno Winter Extension

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Introduction

No trip to Patagonia is complete without a visit to the Perito Moreno Glacier

Sail right up close to the mighty face of the Perito Moreno Glacier, the queen of Argentine Patagonia, on this unforgettable two day extension program, where you navigate the waters and paths of Los Glaciares National Park to enjoy different views of the glacier, as well as spend time in the charming town of El Calafate.

Highlights

View of Argentino Lake & Andes Mountains
Explore El Calafate
Perito Moreno Glacier boat ride
Walkway close to towering glacier face

Brief Itinerary

Day 1:

Pick up from Calafate Airport, Patagonia
Private transfer from the airport to Hotel Kosten Aike
Self -Guided Tour of the Glaciarium Museum and Ice Bar (*Optional)
Overnight stay at Hotel Kosten Aike, El Calafate, Argentina

Day 2:

Full Day to Perito Moreno Glacier, boat ride and walkway close to towering glacier face.
Return to Hotel Kosten Aike for baggage collection and airport transfer

NB: Please note that your return flights from Calafate should depart after 20:00h. Do not hesitate to let us know if it would be more convenient for you to stay another night

Itinerary

Day 1: Perito Moreno Glacier

Los Glaciares NP Argentina

We pick you up at El Calafate airport and you will have the whole day free to explore the town and enjoy its attractive restaurants and artisan handicraft markets.

Optional: During the afternoon you can take a self-guided tour to Calafate’s Glaciarium Museum and Ice Bar. The Glaciarium is a modern research center devoted to the Patagonian Icefield and its glaciers. It is one of the only glaciological research centers of its kind in the world. From there, you can visit the ‘GlacioBar’, which is constructed entirely of ice, and taste the chill of glacier ice cubes swimming around in your favorite drink.

Overnight at Hotel Kosten Aike, 4*, El Calafate, Argentina

Day 2: Perito Moreno Glacier, boat journey through the Iceberg Channel, Airport Transfer

Los Glaciares NP Argentina

After an early morning breakfast and bus journey from your hotel, you will be treated to the incredible sight of the towering 60m high walls of the Perito Moreno glacier. This excursion takes you on a cruise across Lake Rico. Reaching the Icebergs Channel, the boat will stop at a safe distance from the glacier, continuing to sail across all its face, allowing a spectacular view of the imposing wall of ice. Embarkment takes place at the “Bajo de las Sombras” bay, about 6 km before the glacier Balconies, The excursion lasts approximately one hour and provides an interesting perspective on what is both a beautiful and very tragic natural phenomenon - the falling of the glacial ice into the lake. This is a unique opportunity for photographers and nature lovers alike.

After the boat ride, we continue to the footbridges area of the lake and have a break to soak up the astounding surroundings. The bridges provide another interesting perspective on the glacier and also allow to hear the powerful cracks in this living mass of ice. After this experience you will be transferred back to the hotel in Calafate, pick up your baggage and be taken to the airport for departure.

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Prices & Facts

Rates

Rates are valid from May to August 2020

Optional Supplements available for Glaciarium Museum & Ice Bar.

What's CLP? Your booking is based on Chilean pesos (CLP), but you pay in US$ (USD), using the exchange rate valid on the day of payment which will be shown in your order. This exchange rate may vary between the date you pay your deposit and the date you pay your outstanding balance, but rest assured this is the best way to keep our prices competitive and ensure the best rate for you!

Departures

Regular departures every day on request, May to August.

Starting / Finishing Points

The trip starts in the morning at Calafate Airport and ends at the same place around 20:00

Included

1 full day excursion Perito Moreno
1 overnight at Hotel Kosten Aike, Superior room, El Calafate, Argentina
Entrance fee Los Glaciares National Park
Perito Moreno Glacier Boat Trip
Transfers in and out of the airport
Bilingual guide
Meals
- Day 1: None
- Day 2: Breakfast, box lunch

Not Included

Insurance (the same as for main programs)
Voluntary tipping of guides and staff
Items of personal nature
Items not mentioned

Weather

The vast unbroken stretch of ocean to the west and south of the South American continent leaves the Patagonian Andes very exposed to the saturated winds that circle the Antarctic landmass. Also, both the strong marine and the South Patagonic Ice field influence make the weather hard to predict

Physical Demands

This trip does not demand physical activity other than optional walking along the walkways near the glacier at a relaxed pace

What you need to bring

You need to bring your personal belongings

Itinerary modifications

We reserve the right to change the order of the days in any itinerary at the discretion of the trip guide and based on operational considerations. The trip guide can modify, change or eliminate part of the itinerary based on safety/weather considerations

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