FROM USD 740

Safaribike Experience: Wildlife and Steppe

Name: Safaribike Experience: Wildlife and Steppe
Brand: PeritoMorenoGlacier.com
Price: 740 USD
Availability: OnlineOnly
Rating: 4.8 (61 reviews)

Join this 5-hour safari with a challenging 16 km MTB route, a stop at a Tehuelche chenque, and lunch at La Sección.

Why Choose This Activity?

16 km Guided Mountain Bike Ride
MTB, Helmet, and Gloves Provided
Patagonian Lunch at La Sección

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16 km Mountain Bike Ride Through the Patagonian Steppe

Easy Cancellation

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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

Start with a 4×4 transfer from El Calafate to La Sección at Estancia 25 de Mayo. After a technical briefing, receive a mountain bike, helmet, and gloves for a challenging 16 km ride through the Valle de los Guanacos and the reserve’s high fields, with views of Cerro Verlika and Baguales. The route includes a stop at a Tehuelche chenque, an archaeological burial site, for a rest and hydration break. Return to La Sección for a Patagonian lunch with appetizers, lentil stew, cheesecake, and beverages. The return to El Calafate is by 4×4. Wildlife may be seen along the route, but sightings are not guaranteed.

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.

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ITINERARY

9:00 AM | Hotel pickup in El Calafate
Travel by 4×4 through the Arroyo Calafate valley to La Sección at Estancia 25 de Mayo.

At La Sección | Briefing and equipment
Meet the guide for a technical briefing and receive a mountain bike, helmet, and gloves.

Bike ride | Valle de los Guanacos
Ride approximately 16 km through the reserve’s high fields. The route offers views of Cerro Verlika and Baguales. This is a high-difficulty ride recommended for experienced cyclists.

Mid-route stop | Tehuelche chenque
Pause at an archaeological burial site to rest, hydrate, and learn about the cultural heritage of the area.

Return to La Sección | Patagonian lunch
Enjoy a meal with appetizers, lentil stew, cheesecake, and beverages.

Around 2:00 PM | 4×4 return to El Calafate

Duration:	AM
Cancellation Policy:	72hs before your tour
Availability:	November 15 to April 30
Starting Time:	9:00 AM
Finishing Time:	2:00 PM
Pick Up:	From Your Hotel
Drop Off:	At Your Hotel
Language:	Spanish and English Speaking Guide
Maximum Group Size:	20
Minimum Booking:	1

GALLERY

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Mountain biking equipment (MTB bikes, helmets, gloves)
4x4 transport from El Calafate
Guided biking tour
Lunch with appetizers, lentil stew, cheesecake, and beverages

Tips

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

What is the difficulty level of the tour?

The tour has a high difficulty level. It is recommended for experienced cyclists.

Is there an age limit?

Participants must be at least 12 years old.

What happens in case of bad weather?

The tour will be suspended in case of rain or dangerous weather conditions.

What is included in the meal?

The meal includes a selection of appetizers, lentil stew, cheesecake, and beverages.

Will I see wildlife during the tour?

Yes, during the SafariBike Experience, you’ll have the opportunity to see wildlife. The tour takes you through the Patagonian steppe, where you may encounter native species such as guanacos, rheas, and a variety of birds.

Are wildlife sightings guaranteed?

No. Wildlife is observed in its natural habitat, so location, behavior and visibility vary. The excursion is designed around the best known viewing areas, but responsible operators never guarantee a specific sighting.

How close can visitors approach the animals?

Distances are determined by local conservation rules and guide instructions. The priority is to avoid disturbing feeding, breeding, resting or nesting behavior.

What is the best way to photograph wildlife responsibly?

Use zoom rather than approaching animals, keep movements slow, avoid flash when prohibited and follow the guide’s instructions. Patience usually produces better photographs than trying to get too close.

Are binoculars worth bringing?

Yes. Binoculars can significantly improve the experience, especially for birds, marine mammals or animals that remain at a respectful distance.

Does bad weather reduce the chance of seeing wildlife?

It can affect visibility and animal behavior, but cloudy or windy conditions do not automatically mean poor sightings. Local guides adapt the excursion to current conditions whenever possible.

Is this experience appropriate for children interested in nature?

This is a mountain-biking excursion with an approximately 16 km ride. Children must meet the operator’s age, size and riding-skill requirements.

Why is it important not to feed wildlife?

Feeding changes natural behavior, can harm animal health and increases unsafe interactions with people. Responsible wildlife tourism depends on keeping animals wild.

Will there be a naturalist explanation during the visit?

The guided bike tour includes wildlife and landscape interpretation, with stops along the route. Participants must also be able to handle the mountain-bike section.

What should I expect if animals are farther away than anticipated?

That is normal in responsible wildlife tourism. Viewing points and routes are chosen for good opportunities, but animals decide where to move. A longer lens or binoculars can help.

How does this tour support conservation-minded travel?

By using regulated viewing areas, respecting distance rules and relying on local guides, visitors can enjoy wildlife while minimizing disturbance and supporting nature-based tourism.

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