
Safari Azul - An Intimate Encounter with Perito Moreno Glacier
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Is Safari Azul - An Intimate Encounter with Perito Moreno Glacier worth booking?
Safari Azul - An Intimate Encounter with Perito Moreno Glacier is a 8-hour experience in El Calafate, Argentina, from $245 per person. It scores 41 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 41 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $245 per person
Immerse yourself in the natural spectacle of one of the world's great wonders. Unique Glacier Access: Get closer to the ice than most visitors do. Scenic Beauty: Offers multiple perspectives of the glacier, enhancing
What you get
- Guided Tour: With bilingual guides in Spanish and English.
- Boat Transportation: Across Lake Rico.
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Entrance to the National Park Los Glaciares
About this experience
Immerse yourself in the natural spectacle of one of the world's great wonders. Unique Glacier Access: Get closer to the ice than most visitors do. Scenic Beauty: Offers multiple perspectives of the glacier, enhancing your appreciation. Photography Opportunities: Ideal for capturing the glacier's beauty in various lights. Nature's Drama: Experience the potential for ice calving events.
What's included
Included
- Guided Tour: With bilingual guides in Spanish and English.
- Boat Transportation: Across Lake Rico.
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Entrance to the National Park Los Glaciares
Not included
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
El Calafate
The excursion starts in El Calafate, with the pickup at your hotel. Once we look for you, we head for the national park.
60 minutes here
Los Glaciares National Park
The bus will arrive at Los Glaciares National Park. There, we will reach Puerto Bajo de las Sombras.
Pass by without stopping
Perito Moreno Glacier
Then, we will have a 20-minute boat ride across Lago Rico follows, leading to the opposite shore. A 30-minute walk alongside the glacier's south wall ensues, offering a chance to witness its majestic blues, whites and unique shapes up close Guided by experienced professionals, participants can capture the beauty through photographs before returning to the starting point. The entire hike lasts about 1.30 hours, covering approximately 1.5 kilometers of natural terrain, including sand, stones, slopes, and stairs, along the lake's shore and through a lush forest with glacier views. Afterward, another boat ride provides an opportunity to admire the glacier's south face from the water, observing every intricate detail of the icy marble wall.
360 minutes here · Admission not included
El Calafate
Once we finish, we return to town and drop you off at your hotel.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
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
- Oneway Argentina
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
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- 6+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 41
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Safari Azul - An Intimate Encounter with Perito Moreno Glacier: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for El Calafate.
How much does Safari Azul - An Intimate Encounter with Perito Moreno Glacier cost?
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Prices start at $245 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 Safari Azul - An Intimate Encounter with Perito Moreno Glacier 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 Safari Azul - An Intimate Encounter with Perito Moreno Glacier worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 41 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 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 Safari Azul - An Intimate Encounter with Perito Moreno Glacier?
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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 Safari Azul - An Intimate Encounter with Perito Moreno Glacier suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 6. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 8-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Safari Azul - An Intimate Encounter with Perito Moreno Glacier?
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Around 0 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 Safari Azul - An Intimate Encounter with Perito Moreno Glacier 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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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.
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