El Calafate and Surrounds Trips & Tours

Located in the province of Santa Cruz and on the shores of Argentina’s biggest lake, Lago Argentino, El Calafate is one of the country’s most-visited destinations. Founded by sheep ranchers in the early 20th century, it is today a gateway for Patagonian adventure and the base for seeing the world-famous Perito Moreno Glacier. The incredible spectacle is one of the biggest freshwater reserves in the world, and at almost 5 kilometres long, it’s the only glacier that is still advancing. But El Calafate is more than just the Perito Moreno, so don’t zoom through just yet. Take a few days to explore what Los Glaciares National Park and Lago Argentino have to offer, from boat excursions and stays at remote and lovely estancias, to hiking and enjoying the wildlife around Lake Nimez. Back downtown, don’t miss out on the Glaciarium museum - and end your visit with a chilled drink in Argentina’s first ice-bar. During your stay, keep your eyes open for the Calafate bushes the city is named after: legend has it that whoever eats the berries from these bushes is guaranteed to return one day!