A Living Ice Giant

Located in the heart of Argentina’s Los Glaciares National Park, the Perito Moreno Glacier is one of the most spectacular glaciers in the world. Spanning over 250 square kilometers, it is a dynamic mass of ice, constantly advancing and calving into Lake Argentino.

Visiting Perito Moreno is an unforgettable encounter with the raw power of nature: massive ice walls, deep blue crevasses, and the thunderous sound of ice breaking off the glacier.

Recommended Duration

A visit can be done in a half-day to full-day excursion, allowing time to walk along the extensive viewing platforms and, if desired, take a boat ride along the glacier’s front.

Highlights

Viewing Platforms: well-maintained walkways offer spectacular views of the glacier from different angles.
Calving Events: watch enormous chunks of ice fall into Lake Argentino with a dramatic splash.
Boat Excursions: optional tours bring you closer to the ice walls for a unique perspective.
Trekking on the Glacier: guided ice-trekking tours allow you to walk on the glacier’s surface with crampons.

Practical Tips

Dress in layers: temperatures are cold year-round, and wind can be strong.
Bring sunglasses and sunscreen: sun reflects strongly off the ice.
Footwear: sturdy shoes are required, especially for treks.
Photography: the glacier offers incredible photo opportunities from every angle.
Seasons:
- Summer (December to February): warmer temperatures, longer daylight, easier access, but more tourists.
- Winter (June to August): fewer visitors, dramatic icy landscapes, colder weather, shorter days.
Timing: early morning or late afternoon offers softer light and better photographic conditions.

Perito Moreno is not only a natural wonder but also one of the few glaciers in the world that is still advancing, making it a unique site to witness climate and geological processes in action.

Perito Moreno

A Living Ice Giant

Groups to join

Argentine