El Calafate

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This city is located in the Patagonia Region, outstanding mainly for being the door of the spectacular Parque Los Glaciares. It has a tourist village that year after year receives hundreds of visitors who discover the impressive ice fields, lakes and hills surrounded the zone.

47 impressive glaciers can be visited inside of Parque El Calafate, such as the Perito Moreno, Upsala, Frías, amongst others. Also, the impressive Argentinean lake of green waters and the Fitz Roy Mountain, for lovers of the climbing. In addition, the city is perfectly equipped with accommodations, transportation, and gastronomy to receive the visitors.

El Calafate has an excellent International Airport and hundreds of activities, from 4x4 driving, sailing, and ridings, amongst others. Everything in a cold and dry climate and the most impressive Patagonian landscapes.

Información del Destino:

Attractions:
Natural landscapes, mountains, glaciers, excursions, lakes.
When to go:
By land, through National Road 3. To the south through Road 40. Airway, through El Calafate International Airport, with flights from different cities of Argentina and Chile.
Activities:
Trekking, climbing, sailing, adventure tourism, ascent.
Weather:
Cold and dry, with an average temperature of 13 Celsius degree.
Location:
Natural landscapes, mountains, glaciers, excursions, lakes.
Services;
Transportation, accommodations, food, tourism agency.
How to get there:
In summer, temperatures are warmer, with an average of 19 Celsius degree in winter, the lowest temperatures are -12 Celsius degree.
Surroundings:
Río Gallegos, El Chaltén, Puerto Natales, Chile.

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Minitrekking on the Perito Moreno Glacier

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The excursion begins with the pickup of passengers in El Calafate. On our comfortable buses, on the way to Los Glaciares National Park, our…

10 hours

From USD $579

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Nibepo Aike Ranch Day and Horseback Riding from el Calafate

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Spend a full or half-day in Estancia Nibepo Aike in Los Glaciares National Park and experience Patagonian rural life on this tour from El Calafate.…

7 hours

From USD $367

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Round Trip Bus to Perito Moreno Glacier from El Calafate

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In this bus tour, you will have the chance to visit Los Glaciares National Park and the famous Perito Moreno Glacier, through its walkways.…

6 hours

From USD $7

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2-Day El Calafate Escape with Optional Airfare from Buenos Aires

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Embark on a 2-day journey through the heart of Patagonia and experience the untamed beauty of El Calafate. Stand in awe before the towering…

2 days

From USD $790

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4-Day Private Luxury Trip in El Calafate

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You will visit El Calafate and its astonishing surroundings by booking and exclusive and private deluxe package with us. You will get to know…

4 days

From USD $1.947

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Estancia Cristina Full-Day Trip from El Calafate with Lunch

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The tour begins with a navigation through the icebergs, sailing right in front of the Upsala Channel, in a journey towards the Estancia Cristina.…

13 hours

From USD $353

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