El Calafate
Know El Calafate
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.
Nearby tourist attractions
Tours
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El Calafate Private Day Trip from Buenos Aires with optional Airfare
If you are visiting Buenos Aires and you just have one day off to visit Perito Moreno Glacier, this tour is what you need: You can explore the…
18 hoursFrom USD $1.539 -
Torres del Paine Day Trip from El Calafate
Explore Torres del Paine National Park on a day trip from El Calafate. Meant for travelers in a time crunch, this tour cuts out the need to…
14 hoursFrom USD $350 -
Adventure Trek and Navigation in Los Glaciares National Park from El Calafate
Designed to delight the active and adventurous traveler, this full-day trekking tour of Patagonia’s Glacier National Park uncovers the dramatic…
9 hoursFrom USD $935 -
Perito Moreno Ice Trek: Minitrekking with Walkways and Boat Ride
Experience the thrill of walking on the iconic Perito Moreno Glacier in this unforgettable full-day adventure. Start with a 20-minute boat ride…
10 hoursFrom USD $336 -
El Calafate Airport Private Transfer
Enjoy a hassle-free stay in El Calafate and skip the stress of finding a taxi with this pre-booked private transfer service. You can choose…
45 minutesFrom USD $90 -
Pioneros Navigation and Trekking Tour from El Calafate
The Perito Moreno Glacier is one of Patagonia’s most spectacular natural landmarks and the landscapes that surround it are equally interesting.…
10 hoursFrom USD $446
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