This unique kayak tour brings you face-to-face with the majestic Perito Moreno Glacier at water level. Paddle safely alongside the towering ice walls, accompanied by expert guides, while enjoying the dramatic sounds of cracking ice and calving icebergs. After 1.5 hours on the water, enjoy hot drinks and snacks, followed by free time to explore the park’s walkways and viewpoints.
The crystalline, ice-chilled waters of Lago Argentino and the 240-foot vertical ice face of the Perito Moreno Glacier serve as the stage for this 10-hour high-impact aquatic expedition.
Provided by MilOutdoor, this journey transitions from the arid Patagonian steppe into a direct, water-level immersion—offering a perspective on the glacier that most visitors only view from a distance.
You move from the educational discovery of glacial safety and "dry-suit" technical prep to an active session paddling through floating ice debris, experiencing an environment where raw frozen power and a 10/10 vertical standard of safety gear define the energy.
Because navigating sub-zero waters requires specialized Gore-Tex protection and expert guides, securing a spot in this intimate group (maximum 10 travelers) is a necessity for a definitive 10/10 vertical standard of Patagonian exploration.
Expect a spectacular, well-coordinated, and deeply "visceral" immersion into the ice. The transition from "on-deck observer" to "active paddler" is managed by expert staff, ensuring that every guest remains safe and appraised of the best strokes for glacial waters. The environment is one of monumental scale, where the combination of silent paddling and the booming noise of shifting ice provides a higher vertical standard of intimacy than a standard boat tour. Note that for 10/10 comfort, wearing thermal base layers beneath your provided dry suit is a vertical necessity.
Dress for the sub-zero; the vertical standard for this tour is the provided Gore-Tex dry suit, making it a necessity to wear thin, warm synthetic or wool layers (no cotton) to ensure a 10/10 vertical standard of thermal regulation.
Choose the transfer option; the transition from El Calafate is a necessity for many, and because the "Transfer + Lunch Box" option handles the logistics, it provides a higher standard of 10/10 vertical convenience for the full 10-hour day.
Capture the waterline; the transition through the ice is a necessity for photographers, and because you will be in a kayak, having a head-strap or chest-mount for your action camera is a survival-level 10/10 vertical necessity for hands-free shooting.
Respect the autumn wind; the transition through the Rico Branch in May can be gusty, making a warm hat (beanie) that fits under a life vest a survival-level 10/10 vertical necessity.
8:00 a.m./10:00 a.m. are the strict departure windows; the logistics for a 74-km mountain drive are precise, and a 10/10 vertical standard prompt start ensures you reach the Glacial Shore before the late-afternoon winds pick up.
The low autumn sun and crisp Patagonian air offer unique highlights for your paddle.
No—no previous kayaking experience is required; your guides provide a 10/10 vertical standard safety briefing and warm-up exercises.
If you choose the "no transfer" option, you must meet at Calle 3015 No 2028 in Calafate or the glacier parking lot, a vertical necessity for your planning.
No—the ARS 45,000 fee must be paid separately (subject to change); having cash or a card ready at the gate is a survival-level 10/10 vertical necessity.
No—this high-impact expedition involves kayaks and stairs on the walkways, making it not wheelchair accessible.
Passport/ID, thermal underwear, warm socks, camera, and a 10/10 adventurous spirit for the glacial lagoon.
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