Cruising the glaciers of El Calafate: boats and prices compared
Quick answer: The cruises differ in the glacier they visit and the time on board: the boat in front of Perito Moreno has the lowest reference price, while the full-day departures on Lake Argentino reach Upsala and Spegazzini.
Updated November 4, 2026.
Price comparison
| Tour | Place | Reference price |
|---|---|---|
| Boat to Perito Moreno's south face | El Calafate | US$ 51 |
| Lake Argentino boat trip | El Calafate | from US$ 162 |
| Los Glaciares National Park cruise | El Calafate | from US$ 289 |
| Los Glaciares boat, hike and lunch | El Calafate | from US$ 251 |
| Lake Viedma cruise | El Calafate | US$ 227 |
| VIP Los Glaciares cruise | El Calafate | US$ 660 |
| Lake Argentino overnight cruise | El Calafate | US$ 973 |
Per-adult reference prices, converted from reais and checked on the partners' pages on November 4, 2026. They may change.
Which one to pick
Only Perito Moreno: the boat along the south face. Several glaciers in one day: the cruise through Los Glaciares National Park, with or without lunch. A less visited glacier: the Lake Viedma cruise. Something special: the VIP tour and the cruise with an overnight on board.
Before you book
Check on the partner's page what each departure includes (lunch, transfers, park entry) and the guide's language.
Quick questions
Which glaciers can be seen by boat?
It depends on the departure: Perito Moreno, Upsala and Spegazzini on Lake Argentino, and Viedma on the lake of the same name.
Which is the cheapest cruise?
Among those listed, Boat to Perito Moreno's south face has the lowest reference price (US$ 51).
