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  • Estancias

    Argentina’s history of agriculture and in particular of rearing livestock has resulted in hundreds of estancias, or ranches, across the country that open their doors year round to visitors looking for a taste of the authentic cowboy life.

    Estancias

  • Iguazú Falls

    Straddling the Argentina and Brazil border it is the Argentine side that provides the opportunity for the detailed and close up views of some of the 276 waterfalls that make up Iguazú. The numerous vantage points and forested trails make for a wonderful experience of nature at her best.

    Iguazú Falls

  • Steak

    Sample one of the world's best steaks! Enjoy in the open air on a traditional asado (barbecue) or in an elegant restaurant in a fabulous setting in the Argentine capital.

    Steak

  • Whale watching

    Each year between June and November the Southern Right Whales pass the Valdes peninsula offering spectacular opportunities to get close to these magnificent giants.

    Whale watching

  • Patagonia

    Some of the world’s most breathtaking glaciers have their home in Argentine Patagonia. They include the mighty Perito Moreno Glacier, 250 square kilometres in size, and the Upsala Glacier, rapidly retreating from Lake Argentino.

    Patagonia

  • Wines

    Argentina produces some of the world's best wines. For those with an interest in the wine making process we can offer excellent tours of large and small wineries around the city of Mendoza, or take you to more off the beaten track wineries high in the Andes around the northern town of Cafayate.

    Wines

  • Tango

    The Argentine tango originated in the working class quarters of Buenos Aires, brought to life by European immigrants whose diverse instruments, rhythms and steps came together to create what is today an enchanting and hypnotic dance enjoyed across the country.

    Tango

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Excursions in Argentina: Perito Moreno Glacier Tour

The glacier snakes its way into Lago Argentino where it edges its way across the lake, occasionally it dams the Brazo Rico and cause the level of the lake to rise. When this happens the melting ice at the base is unable to support the weight and the whole bridge collapses in a spectacular explosion.

Mighty Pertio Moreno
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Perito Moreno Glacier Tour

Perito Moreno & the Glacier National Park, Argentina
  • Cruises, Sailing & Water
  • Outdoor Activities
  • Walking & Biking

The Perito Moreno Glacier lies 80 km west of Calafate. A truly magnificent sight, it remains one of the world’s only advancing glaciers.

The glacier snakes its way into Lago Argentino where it edges its way across the lake, occasionally it dams the Brazo Rico and cause the level of the lake to rise. When this happens the melting ice at the base is unable to support the weight and the whole bridge collapses in a spectacular explosion. This only happened fifteen times between 1917 and 1988, and is impossible to predict when it may happen again. However, huge lumps of ice calve daily from the glacier’s face and plunge into the lake with a resounding roar and float down the Canal de los Tempanos (Iceberg channel).

Your driver will take you along the shores of Lago Argentino up to the Brazo Rico (the narrowest point between the lake shore and the advancing glacier). From here you will have a spectacular view of the glacier and have a chance to walk around to view the Canal de los Tempanos with all the floating icebergs.

You are then transferred to the jetty for a boat ride on the lake which will give you the chance to get closer to the calving face of the glacier. The boat will take you to the shore next to the glacier and you can disembark for an optional mini trekking expedition. This is a unique opportunity to don your crampons and walk on the glacier under the supervision of experienced guides.

Following this group activity your driver will take you to the viewing balconies where you can spend time watching the ice break away from the front of this incredible glacier. Please note that you must be under sixty-five to do this excursion.

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