Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers) in El Calafate, Argentina
El Calafate, Argentina

Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers)

Outty Ranking 72 4.7 · 131 traveler reviews5 hoursFrom $375
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Outty Ranking

72/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.7/5

Based on 131 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers) worth booking?

Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers) is a 5-hour experience in El Calafate, Argentina, from $375 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 131 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
72 / 100
Rating
4.7/5 (131)
Duration
5 hours
From
$375 per person

At Howlanders, we highly recommend "Minitrekking Perito Moreno" to experience the majesty of the glacier in three different ways: Ice hiking on Perito Moreno Glacier. You’ll discover the glacier up close and see the formations, small streams, sinkholes, crevasses... Enjoy the views as the boat sails along the glacier wall. Appreciate the great height of the glacier then watch and listen for great chunks of ice falling from the glacier. If you select the package with transfers, you’ll also visit the footbridges and viewpoints of the glacier. Discover the most complete Perito Moreno Glacier experience with Howlanders!

What you get

    About this experience

    At Howlanders, we highly recommend "Minitrekking Perito Moreno" to experience the majesty of the glacier in three different ways: Ice hiking on Perito Moreno Glacier. You’ll discover the glacier up close and see the formations, small streams, sinkholes, crevasses... Enjoy the views as the boat sails along the glacier wall. Appreciate the great height of the glacier then watch and listen for great chunks of ice falling from the glacier. If you select the package with transfers, you’ll also visit the footbridges and viewpoints of the glacier. Discover the most complete Perito Moreno Glacier experience with Howlanders!

    What's included

    Included

    • Hotel pick-up and drop-off + visit Perito Moreno footbridges (based on selected option)
    • Boat Ride
    • Bilingual guide (Spanish-English)
    • Ice Hiking equipment

    Not included

    • Entrance fee to Los Glaciares National Park
    • Meals

    What you'll see and do

    1. The day before the tour starts, your guide will contact you on behalf of our agency (Howlanders), to notify you of your pick-up time at your accommodations in El Calafate, (due to the tour’s different departure times throughout the morning). When the group has been gathered, you’ll head to the port ‘Bajo Las Sombras’, which is a few miles (kilometers) from the glacier viewpoint. If you do not select the package that includes the transfer, you’ll meet the group directly at Puerto Bajo Las Sombras, inside Los Glaciares National Park. From the port, we’ll take a boat and sail along the awe-inspiring south wall of the Perito Moreno Glacier. After disembarking, the guides will organize us into groups and begin the short walk to the Glacier. The guide will then assist hikers with their crampons, thus beginnning the incredible trek through the ice of one of the world’s most impressive glaciers.

      240 minutes here · Admission not included

    2. Perito Moreno Glacier

      For about an hour and a half, the group will traverse the glacier with our guides leading us on firm and safe trails. On these trails, we’ll have the opportunity to see the crevices, moulins (glacier sinkholes), and small blue lagoons located on the glacier. Throughout the tour, our guide will inform us of the many glacier landslides, as well as the endemic fauna and flora of the region.

      120 minutes here · Admission not included

    3. On our way back, we’ll pass through the Magellanic Forest, where we can enjoy breathtaking views. Before returning to El Calafate, we’ll have some free time to enjoy the spectacular views of the Perito Moreno Glacier from the footbridges, thus ending a memorable day.

      120 minutes here · Admission not included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    El Calafate

    The tour has different departure times, from 7 AM to 11:30 AM. The day before, the guide will contact you to let you know the starting time of the tour and the exact pickup time in case you have selected this option.

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

    Ends at

    The tour has different departure times, from 7 AM to 11:30 AM. The day before, the guide will contact you to let you know the starting time of the tour and the exact pickup time in case you have selected this option.

    Options you can book

    • Tour without transfers

      Meeting point: Puerto Bajo las Sombras

    • Tour with transfers & Perito M

      Visit Perito Moreno walkways Pickup included

    Before you book

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

    Know before you go

    • 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
    • Age restriction, travelers under 8 years old and over 65 years old can not make the tour due to government policy

    Photos

    Disembarking at Perito Moreno, Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers) in El CalafatePerito Moreno Minitrekking, Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers) in El CalafateHowlanders at the Perito Moreno, Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers) in El CalafateMinitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers) in El Calafate, photo 5Perito Moreno Walkways, Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers) in El CalafateOn the Perito Moreno Glacier, Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers) in El Calafate

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 131 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    5 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Value for money

    3 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    2 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Food and drink

    2 mentions

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

    Traveler reviews

    131 verified traveler reviews for Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    suddsj · September 2026

    Amazing experience

    This was the most incredible experience! The glacier is even more beautiful up close. Julio the guide on the ice was great :) thanks for thanking my photos and lending me extra gloves! My advise wrap up warm, gloves required They issue the helmet and crampons for you You have a bit of time to do the walk ways and grab some food when you arrive.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the experience and that Julio made it even more special. We hope to welcome you back to Patagonia soon! Howlanders Team

    via Tripadvisor

    761arief · August 2026

    Best option to see glaciers

    Very good experience, best value for the money

    Response from the operator: Hola, Thank you very much for your review! We’re delighted to hear that you had a very good experience. We hope to welcome you again on another adventure! Kind regards. Howlanders team.

    via Tripadvisor

    LUISRamon_Y · June 2026

    Perito Moreno Conquer

    The most comprehensive available experience, great value, knowledgeable and friendly staff. It's the real deal. I will definitely do it again with my family.

    Response from the operator: Luis, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the experience and found it to be such great value. Our team takes pride in providing knowledgeable and friendly service, so your kind words mean a lot to us. Best regards. Howlanders team.

    via Viator

    Samanta_T · June 2026

    Amazing

    This experience is unique everything was amazing, and the guide Natalia y Micaela were so good and nice

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such an amazing experience on the Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice Hiking Tour. It’s great to know everything exceeded your expectations and that Natalia and Micaela took such good care of you — we’ll make sure to share your kind words with them. We hope to welcome you on another adventure soon! Kind regards, Howlanders Team

    via Viator

    Mike_S · May 2026

    Jaw dropping. Mesmerizing.

    Simply amazing once in a lifetime experience and totally worth the trip and price. The guides were all fantastic end to end.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re really happy to hear that the Minitrekking Perito Moreno was such a jaw-dropping and memorable experience for you. It’s one of those once-in-a-lifetime adventures, and we’re glad you felt it was absolutely worth it — especially with the guides making it even better throughout the day. Warm regards, Howlanders team

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $375 to $456
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    46
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Howlanders, who run 23 experiences we rank across 5 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 51.7.

    See everything Howlanders runs

    Why this scores 72

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)77
    Review evidence (18% weight)85
    Booking momentum (14% weight)82
    Value for money (12% weight)10
    Listing quality (10% weight)78
    Local standing (8% weight)68
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers): questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers) cost?

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    Prices start at $375 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 Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers) take?

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    Plan for about 5 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 Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers) worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 131 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 Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers)?

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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 Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers) suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers)?

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    Around 46 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 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers) 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 Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers)?

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    Included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off + visit Perito Moreno footbridges (based on selected option); Boat Ride; Bilingual guide (Spanish-English); and Ice Hiking equipment. Not included: Entrance fee to Los Glaciares National Park; and Meals. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers) include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 79 listed pickup locations in and around El Calafate. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time.

    What languages is Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers) 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 Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers)?

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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 Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers) wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers) 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: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers)?

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    Across 131 reviews averaging 4.7 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, value for money, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    What booking options are available for Minitrekking Perito Moreno: Ice hiking tour (optional transfers)?

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    There are 2 options to choose from, including Tour without transfers, Tour with transfers & Perito M. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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