Full Day Gourmet Glacier Tour: Upsala and Spegazzini in El Calafate
El Calafate, Argentina

Full Day Gourmet Glacier Tour: Upsala and Spegazzini

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Is Full Day Gourmet Glacier Tour: Upsala and Spegazzini worth booking?

Full Day Gourmet Glacier Tour: Upsala and Spegazzini is a 8-hour experience in El Calafate, Argentina, from $10 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 3.8/5 rating across 10 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
59 / 100
Rating
3.8/5 (10)
Duration
8 hours
From
$10 per person

Glaciares Gourmet is a full day experience aboard the María Turquesa Cruise, which tours some places of this Patagonian landscape, navigating it with the highest comfort. An activity specially designed for a memorable ex

What you get

  • Navigation
  • Professional Bilingual Guide
  • Insurance
  • Roundtrip transfer from your accommodation in Calafate (Depending on the option you choose)

About this experience

Glaciares Gourmet is a full day experience aboard the María Turquesa Cruise, which tours some places of this Patagonian landscape, navigating it with the highest comfort. An activity specially designed for a memorable experience. You will visit several hanging glaciers such as Seco, Heim Sur, Peinetta and then disembark at Puesto de Las Vacas. There we will hike for 30 minutes through part of a Patagonian Andean forest and its beaches. Then you will have lunch (optional, with 2 optional menus and a 3rd vegetarian menu), and then we will go to visit the highest glacier in the National Park: the Spegazzini Glacier. Undoubtedly, you will have an exceptional and unforgettable day. We are waiting for you!

What's included

Included

  • Navigation
  • Professional Bilingual Guide
  • Insurance
  • Roundtrip transfer from your accommodation in Calafate (Depending on the option you choose)

Not included

  • Lunch
  • Admission fees

What you'll see and do

  1. El Calafate

    The voyage begins with the pick up of passengers until arriving at Punta Banderas port, located 47 kilometers from El Calafate. From there, at 9:00 AM we will set sail towards the North Channel of Lake Argentino.

    60 minutes here

  2. Glaciar Spegazzini

    Afterwards, we head towards the Spegazzini Channel to visit several hanging glaciers such as Seco, Heim Sur, Peinetta and then disembark at Puesto de Las Vacas. There we will take a 30-minute walk through a Patagonian Andean forest and its beaches. Upon returning to the boat we will have enough time for lunch (you can bring your own food or choose the option "with lunch") while we continue our walk until we reach the front of the highest glacier in the National Park: the Spegazzini Glacier (135 meters above the lake level / 440 ft above the lake level). Here we will take the time to take pictures and contemplate in silence so much natural beauty.

    180 minutes here · Admission included

  3. Lago Argentino

    The ice floes, some of which are three times the size and volume of our boat, will decorate our passage through the Upsala Channel, from where we will be able to observe the Upsala Glacier (the third largest glacier in the Southern Patagonian Ice Field) about 15 km away.

    180 minutes here · Admission included

  4. El Calafate

    Once the last stop is finished, we will return to the dock, and then we will leave each passenger at their hotel.

    60 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 90 minutes before departure.

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
pt, en, es
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
ParaViajantes Tours

Know before you go

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • IMPORTANT FOR ARGENTINIANS! The price of the tour, in pesos, does NOT include taxes!
  • As soon as you book, we need you to send us your passport to confirm your reservation. Without it, we cannot CONFIRM YOUR PLACE!
  • Does not include food the tour. You can add it on the tour.
  • For excursions, the day before we will leave the pick up time at the hotel reception, it is very important that we send the phone number since if you are staying at a particular address we send your confirmation of times through the cell phone.

Photos

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Good to know

Duration
8 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$10 to $430
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
4
Verdict
Worth a Look

Why this scores 59

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

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)49
Review evidence (18% weight)42
Booking momentum (14% weight)34
Value for money (12% weight)100
Listing quality (10% weight)99
Local standing (8% weight)19
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Full Day Gourmet Glacier Tour: Upsala and Spegazzini: questions travelers ask

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

How much does Full Day Gourmet Glacier Tour: Upsala and Spegazzini cost?

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Prices start at $10 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 Full Day Gourmet Glacier Tour: Upsala and Spegazzini take?

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Plan for about 8 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 Full Day Gourmet Glacier Tour: Upsala and Spegazzini worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.8/5 across 10 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in El Calafate, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Full Day Gourmet Glacier Tour: Upsala and Spegazzini?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Full Day Gourmet Glacier Tour: Upsala and Spegazzini suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Full Day Gourmet Glacier Tour: Upsala and Spegazzini?

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Around 4 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Full Day Gourmet Glacier Tour: Upsala and Spegazzini 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 Perito Moreno Glacier Full Day Tour with Optional Boat Safari, Kayak Full-Day Activity in La Leona River from El Calafate, Perito Moreno Glacier with Navigation from El Calafate. 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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