Exploring the Balconies of Calafate
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El Balcón is an impressive natural viewpoint that offers a unique panoramic view of El Calafate and Lake Argentino. During the tour, you can appreciate the imposing mountains of the Andes, the area of the glaciers and, on clear days, the Fitz Roy and Torre hills. In addition, there is the possibility of spotting condors in flight. In both options a snack is offered. The tour covers 35 kilometers and visits the Laberinto de Piedras, with ancient and unique rock formations. In short, this special experience combines breathtaking panoramic views with the opportunity to explore natural landscapes and discover unique sites.
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Ages 0-99, max of 12 per group
Duration: 3h 30m
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Live guide: English, Spanish
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- Snacks
- Drink (1 per person)
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 375320P15- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- Most travellers can participate
- Babies cannot participate in the Quad option.
- There are 2 types of tour options. Regular (truck) and Quad
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 375320P15
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- 1a journey of approximately 15 kilometers to the entrance of Cerro Huyliche where we begin the ascent. The first stop is at a natural viewpoint that offers a magnificent and unique panoramic view of El Calafate and the central body of Lake Argentino. Continuing our ascent we reach the Stone Labyrinth.
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- Angela B0 contributionsGlaciers National Park PatagoniaNot to be missed. Stunning beauty of Upsala, Spegazzini, Seco glaciers and icebergs like floating sculptures. Well organised although highly popular catamaran round trip - we went on Quo Vadis - with a comfortable stop at Spegazzini Shelter for some lunch whilst admiring the glacier. A Patagonia highlight for sure😁Written 9 December 2024
- Patriciazucconi0 contributionsMagnificent tourThis trip is one that I will never forget. Navigating on this beautiful day was an extraordinary experience . The boat wasn't full so it was easy to walk around. We stopped near Upsala but couldn't get too near because of the icebergs. Even though we couldn't get near it was anyhow fascinating but what made the tour was the Perito Moreno, we saw it from the boat but we also got off and walked around for a couple of hours. I even managed to see a lump of ice falling into the lake. Navigating was a wonderful experience.Written 12 February 2024
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Jamie K
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Very professional. The view from El Balcón and other stops was incredible, and we went on a cloudy day, I imagine it is even more amazing on a clear day. You pass through at least 2 climate zones and see how the plants differ. In a short distance, you see varied types of sedimentary rocks and have an opportunity to walk among them. An excellent contrast to the glacier tour we did the previous day. The pictures in tripadvisor provided an accurate, if limited preview. We asked for an English speaking guide. They promptly informed us one was not available for our booked time and offered another. We understand a little Spanish so we decided to go ahead. Our guide Rodolfo spoke slowly and watched for our understanding. He also had several reference pictures ( maps, animals, plants) to help communicate. He was patient with our limited spanish vocabulary. We had a great time!
Written 1 March 2024
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Buenos Aires, Argentina26 contributions
The calafate balconies were spectacular, I went to the highest one, a very nice panoramic view of the city, I went with the extreme Patagonian company, I recommend that company.
If you come to Calafate, do it, you won't regret it.
If you come to Calafate, do it, you won't regret it.
Written 6 October 2023
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