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El Calafate and the Perito Moreno

A base for visiting the Perito Moreno Glacier, in Los Glaciares National Park. Prices change often: confirm before you book.

$50,000park entry for non-resident foreigners
$25,000entry for Argentines
Ages 8 to 65age range for the minitrekking

Entry to Los Glaciares National Park

  • According to a May 2026 article: $50,000 for non-resident foreigners and $25,000 for Argentines. Santa Cruz residents pay $8,000.
  • The exact effective date is unclear: confirm with the National Parks Administration.

Walking on the glacier (minitrekking)

  • Adults: $320,000 per person, according to the 2025/26 season rate. With optional transfer, up to $384,000. In winter there was a promotion of $256,000.
  • The park entry is usually paid separately.
  • Age: 8 to 65 years. Not recommended for pregnant women or for people with conditions the effort could worsen, or with limited mobility or coordination.
  • What to bring: layered clothing (thermal base layer, warm layer and waterproof windbreaker), gloves, a hat and sunglasses, because the glare off the ice is strong even under clouds. Hiking boots with a good sole. Crampons and a helmet are provided.

What the day is like

You can start from El Calafate if you book the transfer, followed by a short boat crossing to the glacier's base of operations. The transfer is optional and adds to the price.

Book in advance and confirm prices and dates: they can change without notice.

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