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FROM USD 160

Mayo Spirit Navigation and Trekking Experience

Navigate the remote Mayo Channel and discover forests, waterfalls, hanging glaciers, and Perito Moreno Glacier.

Why Choose This Activity?

  • Exclusive access to the Mayo Channel
  • Guided walks in pristine Patagonian forest
  • Perito Moreno Glacier navigation and walkways included
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Explore the hidden heart of Los Glaciares National Park through exclusive navigation and guided walks.

Easy Cancellation

If you need to cancel or postpone, just send us an email and we will take care of everything.

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English-Speaking Guide and Small Groups

Almost all of our tours are done in small groups. All of them have English speaking guides.

OVERVIEW

Spend a full day navigating Lake Argentino through Canal de los Témpanos and Canal Mayo, with guided walks at Bahía Toro and Cerro Negro. The Bahía Toro walk covers approximately 700 meters over mostly flat terrain and is considered easy. At Cerro Negro, walk approximately 2 km round trip on a medium-difficulty trail with gentle slopes, stones, and exposed roots. The total walking distance is about 2.7 km. After the hikes, cruise along the northern face of Perito Moreno Glacier and spend approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes exploring the walkways. Bring your own packed lunch to eat on board. Lunch and the Los Glaciares National Park entrance fee are not included. This excursion is not suitable for travelers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair or cane users and anyone with difficulty walking.

About Us

PeritoMorenoGlacier.com, a site by RipioTurismo, celebrates South America as the vibrant garden of our world, rich in colorful landscapes, cultural heritage, gastronomy, and warm hospitality. With +20 years of expertise, we craft custom trips across Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia, and Paraguay. Our carefully selected hotels and local partners ensure the best service possible. We cater to FITs, groups, adventure seekers, and the 50+ age group with luxury tours.

ITINERARY

Before 9:10 AM | Boarding at Puerto Punta Bandera
Make your own way to Puerto Punta Bandera and board the boat. An optional round-trip transfer between El Calafate and the port can be booked separately.

9:30 AM | Departure and navigation through Canal Mayo
Depart Puerto Punta Bandera aboard Cruz del Sur. Navigate through Canal de los Témpanos and enter Canal Mayo. The guide shares information about the area during the crossing.

First landing | Bahía Toro
Follow a guided, approximately 700-meter interpretive walk through the Andean Patagonian forest to a waterfall. The mostly flat trail is considered easy. From the lakeshore, look for the hanging glaciers of Cerro Mayo and Cerro Negro.

About 15 minutes of navigation | Toward Cerro Negro
Return to the boat and continue through Canal Mayo to the second landing.

Second landing | Cerro Negro
Take a guided walk of approximately 2 km round trip, with gentle slopes, stones, and exposed roots. Follow the river through the forest to a viewpoint near the base of Cerro Negro and the hanging glacier.

Lunch | On board
Bring your own packed lunch to eat during the navigation. Lunch is not included.

Perito Moreno Glacier | Northern face and walkways
Cruise slowly along the northern face of Perito Moreno Glacier, then disembark at Puerto F. P. Moreno. Enjoy approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes of free time on the walkways.

Around 5:15 PM | Return to Puerto Punta Bandera
Reboard the boat at the time indicated by your guide and navigate back to Puerto Punta Bandera.

Operating season: Daily from October 1 to April 30, subject to a minimum of 20 passengers per departure.

Duration: Full Day
Cancellation Policy: 72 Hours Cancellation Policy
Availability: October 1st to March 28th
Starting Time: 8:30 AM
Finishing Time: 5:30 PM
Pick Up: From Your Hotel
Drop Off: At Your Hotel
Language: English, Spanish
Maximum Group Size: 20
Minimum Booking: 1

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • Boat navigation aboard Cruz del Sur
  • Authorized National Park guide (Spanish and English)
  • Guided walks at all landing points
  • Navigation in Canal de los Témpanos and Mayo Channel
  • Visit to Perito Moreno Glacier walkways
  • Lunch (passengers must bring their own packed meal)
  • Entrance fee to Los Glaciares National Park
  • Personal expenses

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.

FAQs

Is this tour available on December 24, 25, 31, or January 1?

The tour operates normally on December 24 and 31. It does not operate on December 25 or January 1.

Is there an age restriction?

There is no specific age limit, but participants should be comfortable with walking on uneven natural terrain.

Is this tour suitable for people with reduced mobility?

No. This excursion is not suitable for passengers with mobility difficulties, including the use of wheelchairs, canes, or walking impairments.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancellations are accepted up to 72 hours before the excursion.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch is not included, and passengers must bring their own packed meal. No food or beverages are sold on board.

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What Happens After Booking?

Once you’ve completed your booking and payment, you’ll receive a confirmation of your purchase. Within 24 hours, you’ll receive the voucher you’ll need to participate in the activity.

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