Todo Glaciares boat tour
the navigation guide with microphone giving explanations in front of the glacier
Tempanos Channel
Visitors posing in front of a glacier
an information booth with signs at Spegazzini viewpoint overlooking the lake and the mountain
Spegazzini Base
people in the dining room of the Spegazzini base having lunch overlooking the glacier
two trays of food at Base Spegazzini overlooking the glacier
Group taking a picture with the sign I love spegazzini
people at Base Spegazzini terrace and viewpoint
Captains club room at todo glaciares boat tour
Todo glaciares inside the boat with people in the seats and informative screens
people aboard todo glaciares looking at the views
todo glaciares boat navigating the Upsala Channel
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Todo Glaciares Boat Tour

Explore Lake Argentino by boat, with a stop at Spegazzini Base and transfers from El Calafate.

(37 reviews)
El Calafate
1 day
Spanish and English
Starts: From your hotel in El Calafate at 7:00 am or from Puerto Punta Bandera at 8:30 am (depending on the selected option).
Ends: To Punta Banderas Port around 4:00 pm or to your hotel in El Calafate at 5:15 pm (depending on selected option).
Free cancellation!

Briefing

Experience El Calafate's top boat tour: the Todo Glaciares (All Glaciers) Tour. On this full-day adventure across Lake Argentino, visit the stunning Upsala, Seco, Heim Sur, Peineta, and Spegazzini glaciers. Get up close to the Spegazzini Glacier, where you can step off the boat, stretch your legs, and take a short hike to its base. Feeling hungry? Treat yourself to a delicious Patagonian meal at the Spegazzini Refuge (optional add-on).

This tour offers flexible transportation. If you're unable to reach the Puerto Punta Banderas Pier (29 miles from El Calafate) by private car, we also offer convenient pick-up options from the city.

Ever heard of the Captain’s Club? We’ll fill you in!

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Tour details

Included

  • Bilingual guide Spanish - English
  • Boat tour
  • Disembarkation at Spegazzini Refuge
  • Walk
  • Round trip transfer from El Calafate [according to option selected].

Not included

  • "Captain's Club" VIP lounge with food + free bar [Available as EXTRA].
  • Food and drinks [Available as EXTRA].
  • Entrance fee to Los Glaciares National Park.

Important information

Important : L'achat du billet d'entrée au Parc National Los Glaciares n'accepte pas Mastercard. Vous pouvez payer avec une carte VISA ou en espèces (pesos argentins) à votre arrivée au parc. N'oubliez pas d'apporter votre carte d'identité, passeport ou pièce d'identité.

Pendant les mois de mai, juin et juillet, l'heure de départ du bateau est retardée à 9h30 afin de profiter au maximum des heures d'ensoleillement.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellations!

If you cancel at least 48 hours before the tour starts, you will receive 100% of the amount paid. After this time, or in case of a no-show, no refunds will be provided.

Tour itinerary

Todo Glaciares Boat Trip

Pick up in El Calafate or meeting at Punta Bandera Port

The Todo Glaciares boat trip offers two options: navigation only or navigation with transfers to and from El Calafate. If you choose the transfer option, you'll be picked up from your accommodation in El Calafate around 7:00 AM and travel to Puerto Punta Banderas, located 29.2 miles (47 km) away. If you prefer the navigation-only option (ideal for those with a vehicle), head directly to the port and meet the group at 8:30 AM.

Boat ready to sail at Punta Banderas Port

Upsala Channel Navigation

At 8:30 AM, guests will begin boarding, and your guide will introduce the tour and its highlights. By 9:00 AM, the boat will depart, cruising along the northern arm of Lake Argentino toward the Upsala Channel, known for its floating icebergs that break off from the massive Upsala Glacier.

Along the way, there will be three photo stops at the park's largest and most iconic glaciers: Hein, Upsala, and Spegazzini. The boat will pause for about 15 minutes at each stop, allowing you to take in the breathtaking views and snap some great pictures.

Boat sailing the Upsala Channel

Seco and Spegazzini Glacier (Los Glaciares National Park)

The Todo Glaciares tour also includes the stunning Spegazzini Channel, where you'll pass the Seco Glacier, a unique hanging glacier that doesn't touch the water. Afterward, you'll get a close-up view of the Spegazzini Glacier, the tallest glacier in the national park. Did you know it holds the title for the tallest glacier in the entire park?

Boat in front of Spegazzini Glacier

Disembarkation at Base Spegazzini

A stop is made at the "Refugio Spegazzini," a building designed specifically for this tour, featuring stunning viewpoints, a terrace, and a spacious dining room. Here, you'll enjoy a short, accessible walk through the Andean-Patagonian forest, perfect for all travelers. Throughout the tour, you'll find rest areas and informative panels to relax and learn more about the National Park. You'll also have free time to enjoy lunch with breathtaking views of the glacier wall.

🚢👩‍✈️🍽️ CAPTAIN'S CLUB

If you’ve selected this upgrade, you'll enjoy the VIP lounge aboard the ship, located next to the captain, with complimentary bar service. At the Spegazzini refuge, you'll be treated to an exclusive four-course meal.

Walk along the trails of the Spegazzini Refuge

Return to Punta Bandera Port / El Calafate

The Todo Glaciares boat trip (All Glaciers tour) concludes with a scenic sail back to Punta Bandera Port, where the ship will dock around 4:00 PM, wrapping up this unforgettable adventure. If you selected the transfer option, a vehicle will be waiting for you at the port to take you back to your accommodation in El Calafate, with an expected arrival time of around 5:15 PM.

Glacier views on the All Glacier Excursion

What to bring to Todo Glaciares Boat tour

  • Original passport (the same one used to book the tour)
  • Trekking boots or sneakers
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Gloves
  • Sunscreen
  • Lip balm
  • Raincoat or waterproof poncho
  • Comfortable warm clothes
  • Long pants
  • Medium backpack
  • Food and snacks
  • Water bottle

Where does the tour Todo Glaciares Boat start

🚌 Pick up and return:

  • TOUR WITH PICK UP: you will be picked up at your accommodation in El Calafate. In case your accommodation is not included in the pick-up points (for example an Airbnb), you will be indicated a meeting point a few minutes away from your accommodation.
  • TOUR WITHOUT PICK UP: in this case you will have to go by your own means to Puerto Punta Banderas, located inside Los Glaciares National Park. The distance between El Calafate and the port is 29.2 mi (47 km).

✈️ Plan your entire trip:

Be sure to arrange your transfer to or from El Calafate Airport before or after the tour:

📍 How to get to El Calafate?

Check our complete guide and discover all the routes and transportation options to get to this amazing destination.

Questions & Answers

  • Is the entrance fee to Los Glaciares National Park included in the Todo Glaciares Boat Tour?

    No, the entrance fee to the National Park is not included. There are several types of entrance tickets available and you can buy the tickets that best suit your plans. Remember to bring Argentine pesos because the entrance fee to the national park should be paid with local currency or select credit cards. Only some credit cards are accepted and foreign currency is not accepted. But don't worry, your guide will help and direct you to which park ticket to purchase on the day of the tour.

  • Will I be picked up at my accommodation in El Calafate?

    If pick-up from accommodations is desired, when booking the tour, be sure to select the option of pick-up in El Calafate. Another option without pick-up is available to purchase: the boat tour without transfers. Pick-up directly from accommodations is not available if they do not have reception (e.g., Airbnbs); however, a convenient meeting point will be indicated.

  • What is the "Captain's Club" extra of the Todo Glaciares Boat Tour?

    By including the Captain's Club extra, you will travel in the ship's VIP lounge, an unbeatable location, and very close to the captain. The Captain's Club extra also includes complimentary bar service and a special four-course meal.

  • Is lunch at Refugio Spegazzini included in the Todo Glaciares Boat Tour?

    No, it is an option offered as an extra that can be selected when making your reservation, or paid directly at the lodge. Guests can also bring their own lunch.

  • Is the Todo Glaciares Boat Tour accessible for individuals with reduced mobility?

    Yes, the All Glacier Boat Tour is accessible for people with reduced mobility. An infrastructure has been implemented with 100% accessibility, meaning no limitations. The tour features access ramps, an elevator at Punta Bandera dock, a floating dock for disembarkation at Spegazzini Base, and adapted toilets on the boats and at the Spegazzini Refuge. The trails and viewpoints are also 100% accessible.

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