Glaciar Sur Adventure

The excursion begins with passenger pick-up in El Calafate, using a regular service with a bilingual Spanish-English guide who provides information about the route, the natural environment, and the excursion in general. The transfer is to Los Glaciares National Park, to the South Glacier Pier, located on the South Arm of Lake Argentino.

From there, the boat journey begins along the entire South Arm of Lake Argentino, gradually venturing into the Andes Mountains. Upon disembarking, the first trek (approximately 2 km) begins, crossing a lenga forest, with an initial climb to a natural viewpoint overlooking Lake Frías, before descending to its shore. The crossing of Lake Frías is made in an open semi-rigid inflatable boat, lasting approximately 10 to 15 minutes. From the opposite shore, the second trek begins (approximately 4.5 km), traversing forest, glacial valley, and moraines until reaching Laguna Frías Superior. The route culminates in a natural amphitheater formed by the Grande, Cubo, and Dickson glaciers, remnants of the ancient Frías Glacier. This is a pristine, expansive, and unique environment. There, you will have free time to admire the scenery and enjoy a picnic lunch facing the glaciers, weather permitting; otherwise, lunch will be served in the dome-shaped refuge near Lago Frías.
After the trek, the return journey follows the same route, arriving back in El Calafate at sunset.

7:30 – Pickup at the hotel
• 70 km one way, with stops
9:00 – Arrival at Estancia Nibepo Aike
• Boat ride on Lake Argentino
• Hike to Lake Frías: Upon disembarking, the first hike begins (approx. 2 km), passing through a lenga forest with an initial climb to a natural overlook offering views of Lake Frías, followed by a descent to the lakeshore.
• Boat ride across Lake Frías: The crossing of Lake Frías is made in an open semi-rigid boat, taking approximately 10 to 15 minutes. From the opposite shore, the second hike begins (approx. 4.5 km), passing through forest, a glacial valley, and moraines until reaching Laguna Frías Superior.
• Hike to the Grande Glacier: The route culminates at a natural amphitheater formed by the Grande, Cubo, and Dickson glaciers, remnants of the ancient Frías Glacier.
• Visit to the glacier amphitheater: There, you’ll have free time to take in the scenery and enjoy a picnic-style lunch in front of the glaciers, weather permitting; otherwise, lunch will be served at the dome shelter near Lake Frías.
5:30 p.m. – Return to Estancia Nibepo Aike
• Return to El Calafate
7:00 p.m. – Return to the hotel

• Includes transportation to and from Calafate
• Includes a packed lunch with vegetarian and gluten-free options
• Includes trekking poles
• Includes a bilingual guide
• DOES NOT include admission to Los Glaciares National Park: Passengers must pay this fee on the same day. Payment can be made in cash (only Argentine pesos accepted) or by credit/debit card. Please note the promotion: “2nd day visit to the National Park, pay 50% off.”

• Advance online purchase is also available.

 https://ventaweb.apn.gob.ar/reserva/inicio

• Age: 12 to 65 years old, in good physical condition.
• We recommend wearing several layers of comfortable clothing, comfortable shoes, a jacket (waterproof if possible), gloves, a hat, and a neck warmer or scarf. Bring water, sunscreen, and sunglasses.