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Glaciar Sur Pioneros: Estancia Experience and Perito Moreno Glacier

Discover Patagonian traditions and explore Perito Moreno Glacier in a single full day.

Why choose this excursion?

  • Visit a traditional Patagonian estancia with lunch included
  • Scenic navigation to the south face of Perito Moreno Glacier
  • Round trip transfers from El Calafate hotels
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Overview

This full day excursion blends Patagonian culture with one of the most iconic glacier landscapes in the region. Travelers first arrive at Estancia Nibepo Aike to experience rural life and enjoy a traditional lamb lunch. The adventure continues with a navigation across two branches of Lago Argentino toward the southern face of the Perito Moreno Glacier. A short walk through the forest leads to scenic viewpoints before reaching the famous walkways for panoramic glacier views. It is an easy and accessible experience ideal for families, nature lovers, and travelers of all ages.

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itinerary

Your day begins with a morning pick up from your hotel in El Calafate. A comfortable drive across the steppe brings you to Estancia Nibepo Aike, a traditional Patagonian ranch located inside Los Glaciares National Park. Upon arrival you will enjoy time to explore the property and take part in rural activities before sitting down for a classic Patagonian lamb barbecue accompanied by salads, dessert and drinks. Vegetarian options are available with prior request.

After lunch the journey continues toward the Glaciar Sur dock at Puerto Los Pioneros. Here you board the vessel and begin a one hour and twenty minute navigation along the Brazo Sur and Brazo Rico of Lago Argentino. The ride offers impressive views of mountains, lenga forests, cliffs and turquoise waters.

Upon reaching the Playa de las Monedas area, the group disembarks for an easy walk through the forest. This short trail leads to the Mirador de las Rocas, a scenic viewpoint with privileged angles of the southern face of the Perito Moreno Glacier. Travelers who prefer not to walk may remain on board and reach the viewpoint by boat.

After the walk you re board the vessel for a navigation directly in front of the glacier’s south face. The views from the water allow you to appreciate the glacier’s scale, colors and calving fronts. The excursion continues with a final disembarkation at Bajo las Sombras, where a short transfer takes you to the famous walkways. You will have plenty of time to explore the viewpoints and admire the glacier from above.

The return drive to El Calafate departs in the early evening, arriving around 7:30 PM.

Type: Adventure, Amazing Views, Estancia
Duration: Full Day
Cancellation Policy: 72 hours before your tour
Availability: October 1 to April 30, daily departures
Starting Time: Around 7:30 AM
Finishing Time: 7:30 PM Approximately
Pick Up: From Your Hotel
Drop Off: At Your Hotel
Language: English, Spanish
Maximum Group Size: 20
Minimum Booking: 1

What is Included

  • Regular service with bilingual Spanish English guide
  • Round trip transfers
  • Visit to Estancia Nibepo Aike
  • Lamb barbecue lunch with drinks
  • Boat navigation on Lago Argentino
  • Walk from Playa de las Monedas to Mirador de las Rocas
  • National Park entrance fee
  • Gratuities
  • Pick up at Eolo or El Galpón

Optionals

There's no optionals available for this excursions. Let us know if you need anything on your booking.

Cancellation Policy

If for any reason, you decide to cancel the activity or excursion, the cancellation conditions specified in the product description or in the voucher will be valid.

In the event that the cancellation conditions in the product description do not differ, the provider of tourist services will charge you the following cancellation fees:

a. Up to 72 hours before the start of the activity: full refund (again we indicate that in certain specific cases the term may differ from this general policy)
b. After 72 hours before the start of the activity: no refund.

Faq

The tour operates daily during the season. On December 25 and January 1 the morning activities and lunch are not available. A special afternoon departure with dinner may be offered.

There are no major restrictions. The experience is suitable for all ages. Children under 12 receive a discount, and infants under 2 may join free when not occupying a seat.

Yes, it is considered an easy level activity. Travelers who prefer not to walk the forest trail can remain on the boat and still reach the glacier viewpoint.

Free cancellations are allowed up to 72 hours before the excursion.

If full or partial navigation is not possible, an alternative plan is provided which may include accessing the glacier from the estancia via Route 60 and sailing in front of the glacier if conditions allow.

The excursion is easy and suitable for the general public, with a short optional forest walk of approximately thirty to forty five minutes.

From USD: 390
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