Why choose this tour ?
The journey begins in the private port of La Soledad, located 47 kilometers from El Calafate. From there, at 9:00 AM, you will set sail towards the North Channel of Lake Argentino. The ice floes, which some know triple the size and volume of our boat, will decorate the passage through the Upsala Channel, from where you can see the Upsala Glacier (the third largest glacier in the Southern Patagonian Ice) about 15 km away. . Next, you will go to the Spegazzini Channel to see several hanging glaciers such as Seco, Heim Sur, Peinetta and then disembark at Puesto de Las Vacas. There you will take a 30-minute walk through a Patagonian Andean forest and its beaches. Upon returning to the boat, you will have enough time to have lunch while you continue the tour until you reach the front of the highest glacier in the National Park: the Spegazzini Glacier (135 meters above sea level). lake level). Here you will have time to take pictures and contemplate in silence all the natural beauty.
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What makes El Calafate: Gourmet Upsala and Spegazzini Glaciers a unique experience ?
Transfer from the hotels of El Calafate to the Paraje Punta Bandera. Boarding at 9:00 hs. in the Private Port La Soledad (Tranquil Bay, Punta Bandera Place).
The route begins northwest aboard the Maria Turquesa Cruise, passing through Punta Avellaneda and Boca del Diablo - the narrowest pass of the lake, with a width of approximately 800 meters. After two hours of navigation, the succession of icebergs of the most varied colors and shapes announces the proximity of the Spegazzini glacier and disembarcation at Puesto de Las Vacas - Spegazzini Canal bay - coordinated walk by our team of guides, with a view of the old Stall of settlers. Recognition of flora and fauna. Visit to the Upsala canal, navigation to the Herminita Peninsula - limit allowed by National Parks - panoramic view of the glacier.
Sailing towards the channel of the icebergs, visit to GLACIER PERITO MORENO. Return. Arrival at the private port La Soledad.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- With Gourmet Menu and transfer
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Premium Hall
Duration: 11 hours
Gourmet Experience: Gourmet menu specially designed by our chef accompanied by regional wines
Transfers: Includes Transfer to and from hotels in El Calafate
Pickup included - With transfers and Box Lunch
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Classic Hall
Duration: 11 hours
Box Lunch
Transfers: Includes Transfer to and from hotels in El Calafate
Pickup included - With Transfers
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Classic Hall
Duration: 11 hours
Transfers: Includes Transfer to and from hotels in El Calafate
Pickup included - Without transfer without lunch
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Classic Hall
Duration: 9 hours
Pickup included - With box lunch
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Classic Hall
Duration: 9 hours
Box Lunch
Pickup included
El Calafate: Gourmet Upsala and Spegazzini Glaciers Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Gourmet lunch and Premium Hall (only if option selected)
- Box Lunch Gourmet (only if option selected)
- Classic Hall of the Maria Turquesa Cruise
- Transfer to and from hotels in El Calafate (only if option selected)
- Boat trip among icebergs near Upsala and Spegazzini
Not Included
- Entrance fee (Mastercard is not accepted, you can pay in cash or visa card in Argentine pesos)
- Optional Gratuities
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Gray Line Argentina.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 6 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 10 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Telephone: (+54 11) 5239-8206. In case of any eventuality, the 24 hour emergency number of Gray Line Argentina is +54 9 11 4193 6473. For questions or queries you can write to us at online@graylineargentina.com. Schedule: 7:15 a.m.: Pick-up at hotels // 8:30 a.m.: Boarding // 5:00 p.m.: Disembarkation // 6:00 p.m.: Drop-off hotels. If you have purchased the service without hotel transfers, you must arrive at the La Soledad Private Port on your own.
