Sight
El Calafate
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El Calafate is a bustling tourist hub in Argentine Patagonia, serving as the primary access point for Los Glaciares National Park. Visitors come to witness the awe-inspiring Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the few advancing glaciers in the world. The town itself sits on the shores of Lake Argentino, with a lively main street lined with shops, restaurants, and tour operators. Beyond glacier excursions, travelers can enjoy hiking, horseback riding, and birdwatching in the surrounding steppe and forests.
Don't miss
- Perito Moreno Glacier trekking or boat tours for close-up views of ice calving
- Stroll along Avenida del Libertador for local crafts and cuisine
- Visit Laguna Nimez Reserve for flamingos and other waterfowl
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit El Calafate
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inEl Calafate History Museum Tour4.5★ · 33 travelers1–4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$15 per personSee dates →
Best full dayPerito Moreno Glacier Full Day Tour with Optional Boat Safari4.7★ · 550 travelers8–9 hoursFree cancellationFrom$76 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleTransfers from the Airport to El Calafate with City Tour5★ · 20 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$29 per personSee dates →More attractions in El Calafate