Experiencia Glaciares Gourmet in El Calafate, Argentina
El Calafate, Argentina

Experiencia Glaciares Gourmet

Outty Ranking 53 4.8 · 8 traveler reviews12 hoursFrom $350
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53/100

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4.8/5

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Experiencia Glaciares Gourmet is a 12-hour experience in El Calafate, Argentina, from $350 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 8 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
53 / 100
Rating
4.8/5 (8)
Duration
12 hours
From
$350 per person

This tour is the best way to get up-close and personal with some of Patagonia’s most spectacular glaciers. This is also an ideal tour for people who stay a little time in El Calafate and who want to enjoy the wonders of Patagonia. Experience the frozen magic of Lake Argentino and the magnificent famous glaciers such as Seco, Spegazzini, Upsala and of course the Perito Moreno on our full-day tour to the Los Glaciares national park from El Calafate.

What you get

    About this experience

    This tour is the best way to get up-close and personal with some of Patagonia’s most spectacular glaciers. This is also an ideal tour for people who stay a little time in El Calafate and who want to enjoy the wonders of Patagonia. Experience the frozen magic of Lake Argentino and the magnificent famous glaciers such as Seco, Spegazzini, Upsala and of course the Perito Moreno on our full-day tour to the Los Glaciares national park from El Calafate.

    What's included

    Included

    • Food and beverages according to the selected cabin
    • Navigation
    • Profesional Bilingual Guide
    • Transfer IN / OUT from hotels in El Calafate

    What you'll see and do

    1. Perito Moreno Glacier

      This tour is the best way to get up-close and personal with some of Patagonia’s most spectacular glaciers. This is also an ideal tour for people who stay a little time in El Calafate and who want to enjoy the wonders of Patagonia. Experience the frozen magic of Lake Argentino and the magnificent famous glaciers such as Seco, Spegazzini, Upsala and of course the Perito Moreno on our full-day tour to the Los Glaciares national park from El Calafate. We’ll begin our tour by picking you up directly from your hotel at around 7:30 AM. We’ll then travel around 45km along Ruta 11 and towards the Los Glaciares national park. At around 9:00 AM, after paying the national park entry fees, we’ll reach the Puerto Privado de Punta Bandera. You’ll get a quick safety talk and briefing on where we’re going to sail before we hop on a comfortable, modern boat around 10:30 AM. We’ll then make our way past towering icebergs towards Upsala glacier. As we sail along Brazo Upsala, a canal in Argentino lake, we’ll get some incredible views of Spegazzini, the tallest glacier in the area which sits at 135m tall. We’ll then sail on towards Seco glacier, seeing other little rivers and icebergs. We’ll then head back to the North Face of Perito Moreno to enjoy one of the most beautiful wonders of Argentina, after what we’ll have some free time on the Perito Moreno walkways. At around 18:00, we’ll start the way back to the hotels.

      720 minutes here · Admission not included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.

    Options you can book

    • Premium w/ transfer & landing

      Premium facilities: Enjoy your navigation in a especial place inside the boat, with an exclusive balcony for a better view. Glacial waters navigation Duration: 11 hours Special 3 course lunch PickUp & Dropoff : PickUp & Dropoff will be available for those who stay at Calafate's downtonwn hotels. Pickup included

    • Classic no transfer

      Glacial waters navigation Duration: 8 hours: We'll be waiting at private port La Soledad at 8.30am. Lunch box included: Lamb sandwich, rustic potatoes, non alcoholic beverage and dessert Transfer not included: Pick up and drop off at your hotel won't be included Pickup included

    • Premium with transfer

      Premium room 3 course lunch Transfer service: Transfer service for those who stay at Calafate's dowtown hotels Pickup included

    • Classic w/ transfer & landing

      Landing at glacier's runways: With this option you`ll be able to land in the glacier runways and go through them for an hour and a half. Gourmet glaciers navigation Duration: 11 hours Lunch box included: Lamb sandwich, rustic potatoes, non alcoholic beverage and dessert Pick up and drop off available: Pick up and drop off will be available for those who stay at Calafate downtown hotels. Pickup included

    • Premium, no transfer

      Premium facilities: Enjoy your navigation in a especial place inside the boat, with an exclusive balcony for a better view. Glacial waters navigation Duration: 8 hours Special 3 course lunch PickUp & Dropoff not available Pickup included

    • Classic with transfer

      glacial water navigation Duration: 11 hours: pick up begins at 7:00am Lamb sandwich, rustic potatoes Pick up and drop off: Pcik up and drop off will be available for those who stay at calafate downtown hotels. Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
    Languages
    en, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 10 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Nautilus Viajes

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 8 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Food and drink

    4 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Value for money

    2 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Traveler reviews

    8 verified traveler reviews for Experiencia Glaciares Gourmet. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    GerardoR355 · November 2025

    The Dream of a Life, Come True

    There are trips that are made and trips that are dreamed of. The Gourmet Glacier Experience Tour is not only a nautical tour; it is the materialization of that deep yearning that inhabits every nature lover: the search for the sublime, the overwhelmingly beautiful. It is simply a life's dream, come true. Aboard a comfortable catamaran, you enter the heart of Los Glaciares National Park, sailing through the icy and crystal clear waters of Lake Argentina. The journey is not only a journey, it is a pilgrimage to the ice giants that guard Patagonia. The journey begins at Spegazzini Glacier, the highest in the park. Its walls rising above 130 meters are an ice cathedral carved by time. Then the majestic appearance of Uppsala Glacier, a vast white plateau of more than 760 km2. Its imposing forehead over 60 meters high. We continue to sail quietly until the sound of silence, only broken by the distant rumble of some detachment, is a music that is etched in the soul. And then, you get to the crown jewel, the Perito Moreno Glacier. Viewing it from the water is a unique and privileged perspective. Its famous wall, a vibrant and intense blue, reveals itself in all its dimensions. It is a moment of pure magic, where time stands still and there is only the overwhelming presence of this constantly moving colossus. But this dream would not be complete without the exceptional human framework that makes it possible. Careful attention is a constant. From the crew on deck, always attentive to point out a detail or ensure your comfort, to the Coffee Service, which with solidarity prices allows you to enjoy a hot chocolate or a comforting coffee while sailing between floes. And finally it deserves special mention: Emiliano, the photographer. He is not just a professional behind the camera; he is an artist who captures the essence of the moment and the emotion in every face. His friendly treatment and passion for his work make him an invaluable part of the experience. The photographs you take are not just memories, they are works of art loaded with feeling.

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    irenecF7511XZ · July 2022

    Amazing!

    Excellent! We went with my 9-year-old son, I really thought he was going to be bored and to surprise we both had a great time. The glaciers are amazing, from navigation you can appreciate very well. On the other hand sailing between the icebergs is a unique feeling! Reality is 100 times better than the photos you can be shown, you have to live it. We took the premium cabin and it was worth the experience. The staff was very friendly, (Carlos, Rodrigo and Vanessa).

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    Marcela G · March 2022

    Unique glaciers

    We toured with the cruise ship Turquoise Sea several glaciers including Spegazzini and Uppsala. The boat, first rate. The knowledge and cordiality of the guides is remarkable. Lunch, exquisite, except that when I ordered a bread replenishment there was no (in our case, we had chosen the Premium option with a 4-step menu). The end running through the North Arm of Perito Moreno Glacier was incredible. I recommend Gourmet Glaciers, the experience is worth it.

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    ALEXHIPO · November 2021

    EXCELLENCE IN SULLERATIVE GRADE

    I don't have words to describe what we've experienced, it's something that if you don't see it you can't believe, I thought the commercial was a setup, NO, IT'S NOT. The whole excursion is magic on a sub-real level, from the very beginning you climb the Combi, the return of the first glacial, surrounded by floes a few meters from the catamaran is simply moving . I can not stop thanking once again the girls in the office (I did it personally on the return , but I want to make it public) for their wonderful EMPATHY) we opted for the Premium variant, without words but I want to clarify emphatically that we all see the same exactly the same, obvious that I can is logical something wowaaaauu, it was a special occasion. Thanks to ALL THE STAFF BOTH ON BOARD AND OFFICE WE DO NOT SEE YOU IN 22

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    668virginiaf · January 2020

    Not to miss

    Family of ten, we enjoyed the trip very much. Amazing all we saw. The boat was confortable and explanations in english spanish and portuguese were interesting Lunch was quite poor

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your time to comment! We are waiting for you on your next visit!

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    12 hours
    Free cancellation
    Non-refundable
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $350 to $650
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    3
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Nautilus Viajes, who run 11 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 44.2.

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    Why this scores 53

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)72
    Review evidence (18% weight)38
    Booking momentum (14% weight)29
    Value for money (12% weight)65
    Listing quality (10% weight)73
    Local standing (8% weight)59
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

    Experiencia Glaciares Gourmet: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for El Calafate.

    How much does Experiencia Glaciares Gourmet cost?

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    Prices start at $350 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in El Calafate usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Experiencia Glaciares Gourmet take?

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    Plan for about 12 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in El Calafate is not rushed.

    Is Experiencia Glaciares Gourmet worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 8 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable outdoors in El Calafate, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Experiencia Glaciares Gourmet?

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    No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

    Is Experiencia Glaciares Gourmet suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 12-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Experiencia Glaciares Gourmet?

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    Around 3 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in El Calafate can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in El Calafate and add a light layer if any part of the 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Experiencia Glaciares Gourmet start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central El Calafate within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in El Calafate?

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    On Outty we rank every El Calafate experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Kayak Full-Day Activity in La Leona River from El Calafate, Perito Moreno Glacier with Navigation from El Calafate, Perito Moreno Glacier Full Day Tour with Optional Boat Safari. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit El Calafate?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in El Calafate?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Experiencia Glaciares Gourmet?

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    Included: Food and beverages according to the selected cabin; Navigation; Profesional Bilingual Guide; and Transfer IN / OUT from hotels in El Calafate. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Experiencia Glaciares Gourmet include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 35 listed pickup locations in and around El Calafate. Be ready about 60 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Experiencia Glaciares Gourmet offered in?

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    It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Experiencia Glaciares Gourmet?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Experiencia Glaciares Gourmet wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Experiencia Glaciares Gourmet if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in El Calafate. Standard cancellation terms apply.

    What do travelers say about Experiencia Glaciares Gourmet?

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    Across 8 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, photo opportunities, value for money. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    What booking options are available for Experiencia Glaciares Gourmet?

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    There are 6 options to choose from, including Premium w/ transfer & landing, Classic no transfer, Premium with transfer, Classic w/ transfer & landing. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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