Best Todo Glaciares Boat Tour & El Calafate Glacier Cruises

These tours are almost exclusively focused on nature, with 100% of the options we compare centered on this theme. The vast majority of the tours, about 92%, are specifically boat tours, offering a direct way to see the glaciers. Travelers frequently describe the experience as beyond amazing and unbelievably beautiful in pooled reviews.

Prices vary depending on the specific operator and level of service, but the typical spread is between $205–$616. Most of the options we compare fall within a more central range of $234–$319.

You should plan for a full day of activity. While durations vary, the median length is 10 hours, with most tours lasting between 9–12.5 hours.

Inclusions vary across the 12 options we compare, but you will often find the following:

• A guide (included in 58% of options)
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (included in 58% of options)
• Boat rides (included in 33% of options)
• Meals (included in 33% of options)
• Transport (included in 33% of options)

Yes, about 25% of the tours listed across booking platforms are tagged as eco-friendly, which is a notable presence for this destination.

Most people join a group tour, which accounts for 50% of the options. If you are looking for more exclusivity, only a handful of the options (8%) are offered as private tours.

To accommodate international travelers, tours are offered in 5 languages: Spanish, English, Italian, Portuguese, and French.

Wear layered clothing and waterproof gear. Sturdy hiking boots are essential for trekking on the ice.

Book in advance to secure spots. Tours fill up quickly during the peak summer months.

You can take frequent public buses or private shuttles. The journey takes about three hours via Route 40.