El Calafate: Gourmet Upsala and Spegazzini Glaciers
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About This Experience in El Calafate
Why Visit El Calafate?
El Calafate, Argentina offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, El Calafate provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to El Calafate
You can reach El Calafate, Argentina by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- 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
What's Not Included
- Entrance fee to Los Glaciares National Park (Mastercard is not accepted)
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- 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
- It is recommended to bring: a hat for the cold, trekking clothing (first layer, fleece, trekking pants, warm jacket, windbreaker), gloves, thermal socks, trekking boots, sunglasses and sunscreen
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
Transfer from the hotels of El Calafate to the Paraje Punta BanderaIf you purchased the service without hotel transfers, you must arrive at the La Soledad Private Port on your own at 8:00 a.m.
End Point
If you purchased the service without hotel transfers, you must arrive at the La Soledad Private Port on your own at 8:00 a.m.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point
Pickup Time: 30 minutes before departure
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Transfer from the hotels of El Calafate to the Paraje Punta Bandera 30 minutes
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... 5 hours
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 1 hour
Sailing towards the channel of the icebergs, visit to GLACIER PERITO MORENO. Return. Arrival at the private port La Soledad.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
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