Travel Guide to El Calafate

There are trips you organize carefully… and others that seem to unfold naturally, almost as if the landscape itself were guiding you. My journey through Patagonia was clearly one of the latter. I left El Calafate with a simple intention: to experience the region not only through its famous glaciers,

There are places in Patagonia that you simply visit… and there are others that you truly experience. Estancia Nibepo Aike, located inside Los Glaciares National Park, clearly belongs to the second category. It is not just another excursion from El Calafate; it is an experience that allows you to understand

I begin this experience as so many great adventures in Patagonia do: with the feeling that something special is about to happen. In the middle of the afternoon, in January, the Patagonian summer makes itself felt with pleasant weather, clear skies, and that endless light that seems to stretch the

The area around El Calafate and Perito Moreno Glacier in southern Patagonia is not only famous for its ice and mountains — it is also a great place for birdwatching. Within Los Glaciares National Park and nearby wetlands, grasslands, lakes, and shorelines host a wide variety of bird species, from

Learn how glaciers work, why they crack, and what really happens when ice falls into the water. Visiting a glacier like the Perito Moreno Glacier is one of the most impressive natural experiences in Patagonia. Towering ice walls, deep blue colors, loud cracking sounds, and massive ice collapses raise many

Climate Change and the Current State of the Perito Moreno Glacier An Iconic Glacier Facing New Challenges The Perito Moreno Glacier in southern Patagonia, Argentina, has long been celebrated as one of the few glaciers in the world that seemed exceptionally stable in the face of rising global temperatures. Located

Where to stay in El Calafate: tips about where to stay Choosing where to stay in El Calafate (or even outside in the steppe or on the shores of Lago Argentino) can really shape your experience. Here are 5 key tips to help you decide: 1. Location vs. Convenience Downtown

Nightlife in El Calafate, after visiting Perito Moreno Glacier After a full day exploring Perito Moreno Glacier or the steppe, El Calafate has a small but lively nightlife scene. It’s not Buenos Aires-level intense, but there are plenty of options to relax, eat well, and enjoy local culture. Dining &

Estancia Cristina is one of Patagonia’s most iconic and remote ranches, located within Los Glaciares National Park on the shores of Lake Argentino. Founded in 1914, it offers visitors a unique blend of history, nature, and adventure in a truly pristine setting. While the estancia also provides overnight programs, many

We have great news from Patagonia! The local authorities in El Calafate informed that night visits to Glaciar Perito Moreno under a full moon are now allowed. It´s a a fresh and exciting way to experience one of Argentina’s natural treasures in Patagonia. Check more details below: Visiting Perito Moreno

Discover 8 incredible glaciers in Patagonia, Argentina, and learn how to visit them from El Calafate or El Chaltén.

Discover how to visit Iguazú Falls and El Calafate in one trip. Best times, flights, tips, and must-see attractions in both regions.