Top Things to do in Province of Santa Cruz
Top Restaurants in Province of Santa Cruz
Top 10 Walking Tours in Province of Santa Cruz, Patagonia
Discover the best top things to do in Province of Santa Cruz, Argentina including Laguna Torre Day Trip from El Chaltén, CALAFATE BigIce trekking and walkways of Los Glaciares, Trekking Vespignani Glacier from Punta Sur , Module Fitz Roy Adventure , 9-Days discovering the Best of Argentina: Buenos Aires, Iguazu and El Calafate, La Lioness Petrified Forest, 5-Days Discovery Ushuaia and El Calafate, Kayak experience through the Perito Moreno Glacier and walk on footbridges, El Chalten Full Day & Trek One Way To Base Camp Fitz Roy Mount, Calafate Wine Tour | City Tour Peatonal Maridado con Vinos.
Restaurants in Province of Santa Cruz
1. Laguna Torre Day Trip from El Chaltén
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Laguna de los Tres, on the Fitz Roy Valley, is an amazing viewpoint of Mount Fitz Roy and its glaciers. This classic and demanding hike will amaze you with its beauty and surroundings. Join this full day trip and get ready to hike around Laguna de los Tres with a small-group and a professional English-Speaking guide.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup, Lunch
Exclusions: Gratuities, Tips., Clothing: Waterproof jacket and pants, hiking boots, sunglasses.
Reviewed By Kaitlyn K
My family spent 10 days in Argentina (5 of them in Patagonia) and our day trek to Laguna de los Tres with Pedro was by far our favorite experience and day. Pedro spent 10 hours with us and became like a friend by the end of the day. He is so passionate about Patagonia and hiking and incredibly knowledgable. His enthusiasm is contagious and made the very difficult hike so much fun and enjoyable. He was very patient with us as we aren't experienced hikers and always set the right expectations for what lied ahead, helping us take breaks at the right points and carving out the best path during the rocky uphill and downward climbs where the rocks are very loose. I fell on the way down and he was so caring and attentive to me to make sure I wasn't hurt. We really felt like we were in great hands. The hike itself is very hard but 10000% worth it to get the beautiful views of Laguna de los Tres. We were lucky and had a sunny/warm day with no winds. I couldn't imagine doing it in the rain and wind. Out of all the guides we had in Argentina, Pedro was by far the best!
2. CALAFATE BigIce trekking and walkways of Los Glaciares
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
In our comfortable buses, a bilingual tourist guide will give you information about the landscape you are about to see. Small groups of up to 10 people are organized, and the hike begins from the southern moraine of the Glacier Always accompanied by expert guides, you will explore the corners of the most special glacier of the world for three hours and a half During the walk, the guides will help you learn more about the ice, its surroundings and you will be able to size the dimension of the glacier and enjoy the view of the nearby mountains, such as Cerro Dos Picos, Cerro Pietrobelli and Cerro Cervantes. Back on the moraine, we will start another one-hour walk back to the port, to take the boat and navigate very close to the southern wall of the Perito Moreno Glacier and get back to “civilization” after having enjoyed one of the most spectacular ice treks in the world! The tour includes a guided visit to the walkways of Los Glaciares National Park.
Inclusions: Pick up from the hotels in Calafate Center, Includes guided transportation and a one hour visit to the balconies., Guided visit to the walkways of Los Glaciares National Park, Guided Trekking on the Perito Moreno , Crampons, harnesses and helmets
Exclusions: Entrance fee to Calafate national park $20, Water bottle and food for the day. The Company does not have a food and beverage sales service., AGE RANGE: 18 to 50 years old., You can buy a lunch box before boarding, garment and personal equipment., Pick up to hotel in Buenos Aires
Reviewed By silviapoli
Not worth it, I'm afraid. Too expensive to get to see just one of the glaciers, the Spegazzini one. (The Upsala glacier can only be seen from afar, as it's deemed too risky to approach). The journey was too long and quite uncomfortable (the ferry I took was the Quo Vadis). Too many people travelling. The ferry was 80% full in Covid times, which I found unsensible and irresponsible. We could not choose where to sit or change seats afterwards. The Spegazzini refuge is partly open. You can take a (rather short) walk in the woods, but the café/restaurant/toilet area is (still) closed and looks quite derelict. I've taken other tours in the area (Perito Moreno Glacier/ Canal Beagle/Full day at Chalten) and they were less expensive, better organised and far more enjoyable than this one.
3. Trekking Vespignani Glacier from Punta Sur
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
An unforgettable experience, that combines navigation and trekking visiting the northern área of Los Glaciares National Park and the provincial reserve Lago Del Desierto. Discover Vespignani Glacier with differents trekkings options.
Inclusions: Sailing from Punta Sur to Vespignani Reserve vv, Mountain Guide , Sailing from Vespignani Reserve to Punta Sur
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Reviewed By Vanster1512
I did the full trip from chaltan to Ushuaia. It’s a great tour and I had an amazing time. I booked through Argentina discovery but I believe the actual company which runs the tour is Camino abierto. In my group everyone had booked through different companies. Ana who works for Argentina discovery was very helpful. She always replied to my emails promptly. Even when my payment didn’t go and I had to do the transfer just before I left she was very calm and understanding about it. The phone number on their website isn’t correct but the one on Tripadvisor is correct so use that.
4. Module Fitz Roy Adventure
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
t allows us, by starting time, to arrive that day to El Chaltén and visit the Laguna de los Tres, wich the base of the Cerro Fitz Roy, staying overnight in the camp at the foot of the hill. The sight of the sunrice will be without a doubt unforgettable. As we do not descend to the town we will be able, the next day, to walk the footpath of the Lagunas Madre a Hija. We will be arriving at the Laguna Torre, wich is the base of the Cerro Torre. Then we will return to El Chaltén, arriving in the afternoon.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Mountain Guide , 1 Night at Camp Full Poincenot
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Reviewed By Vanster1512
I did the full trip from chaltan to Ushuaia. It’s a great tour and I had an amazing time. I booked through Argentina discovery but I believe the actual company which runs the tour is Camino abierto. In my group everyone had booked through different companies. Ana who works for Argentina discovery was very helpful. She always replied to my emails promptly. Even when my payment didn’t go and I had to do the transfer just before I left she was very calm and understanding about it. The phone number on their website isn’t correct but the one on Tripadvisor is correct so use that.
5. 9-Days discovering the Best of Argentina: Buenos Aires, Iguazu and El Calafate
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
This is the best option if you want to discover and explore the most important highlights of this marvelous country! Get to know these three amazing destinations and its unique highlights. Do not miss on this opportunity!
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, 3 Nights Accommodation at a 4* Hotel in Buenos Aires, 2 Nights Accommodation at a 4* Hotel in Iguazu, 3 Nights Accommodation at a 4* Hotel in El Calafate, All excursions are done in small groups with English-speaking Guide, All transfers from airport to hotel at all destinations
Exclusions: Gratuities, Domestic Flights
Reviewed By juliasU2939EQ
We really enjoyed this virtual live experience all together. And even-though we decided to "only" watch, due to the time difference (after dinner for us), we had a great time learning more about how to properly cook Empanadas. Thanks again to Camila for making it very interesting, "tasteful"and fun and giving us the chance to discover the world of Empanadas and also sharing insights about Argentina with us.
6. La Lioness Petrified Forest
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This is a whole day excursion very different from the rest in the area. The site is located in the middle steppe just halfway between El Calafate and El Chaltén. Throughout the walk you can see a large number of petrified logs that lie on the surface, some 70 million years old, some with a diameter of 1.20 m. These remains are testimony to ancient times where the weather was very different from today and allowed the support of a large and abundant flora. Occasionally fossil remains of different types of dinosaurs are discovered.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, The lunch offered is a Box Lunch
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Reviewed By megabrain22
The horses do the leading, your just a passager. The scenery is picture worthy on the 5pm route when I went. If you dress like a Gaucho, it would add a little more flare to the picture:)
7. 5-Days Discovery Ushuaia and El Calafate
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 4 reviews
Travel to the end of the world! Join us in this adventure and get to know the most southern capital city in the world, Ushuaia. Be astonished by its landscape littered with dense forests, snow-capped mountains, lakes and millenary glaciers.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Transfers in Ushuaia and Calafate, 1 Night at a 4* Hotel in Ushuaia, 3 Nights at a 4* Hotel in El Calafate, English-speaking Guide, Excursion to Tierra del Fuego National Park, Excursion to Beagle Channel and Sea Wolf Island, Excursion to Punta Bandera and Ice Rivers, Excursion to Perito Moreno Glacier
Exclusions: Plane Tickets, Transfers in Buenos Aires, Meals, excepting breakfast at the hotel, Air tickets Buenos Aires – Ushuaia – El Calafate – Buenos Aires
Reviewed By JohnVandeDam
Be sure to book only with Piratours - ideally directly at their office in the centre of Ushuaia. We had a terrible experience with cancellation of our trip (booked here!) via Grey Line - despite paying in full for a trip on a date shown online here as available. Luckily, that was not the fault of the actual operator Piratour and they were able to fit us in when we went there in person. However, although quite expensive, it was well worth the experience and the tour is respectful of nature & the environment.
8. Kayak experience through the Perito Moreno Glacier and walk on footbridges
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 3 reviews
The experience begins at the Perito Moreno Kayak Experience meeting point, located near the main parking lot, where our team will greet you and inform you about the experience. We welcome you to our base of operations, where you will get dressed and our expert kayak guides will brief you on safety and explain how to paddle through these amazing glacial waters. No previous kayaking experience is required. We will kayak from Playa de los témpanos, paddling towards the front of the glacier, so that it impacts us completely, approaching about 600 meters away. We will stop to take unique images of this moment, while we learn more about this fascinating place. We will also do the guided walk through the Perito Moreno Footbridges where you can take pictures and tour the Glacier.
Inclusions: Pick up through Calafate hotels and drop off to hotels, It includes Vianda, Time in Catwalks, Technical clothing, Snacks, hot drinks, Our kayak experts will explain how to paddle through these amazing glacial waters.
Exclusions: Does not include entrance to the National Park, No previous kayaking experience is required.
Reviewed By silviapoli
Not worth it, I'm afraid. Too expensive to get to see just one of the glaciers, the Spegazzini one. (The Upsala glacier can only be seen from afar, as it's deemed too risky to approach). The journey was too long and quite uncomfortable (the ferry I took was the Quo Vadis). Too many people travelling. The ferry was 80% full in Covid times, which I found unsensible and irresponsible. We could not choose where to sit or change seats afterwards. The Spegazzini refuge is partly open. You can take a (rather short) walk in the woods, but the café/restaurant/toilet area is (still) closed and looks quite derelict. I've taken other tours in the area (Perito Moreno Glacier/ Canal Beagle/Full day at Chalten) and they were less expensive, better organised and far more enjoyable than this one.
9. El Chalten Full Day & Trek One Way To Base Camp Fitz Roy Mount
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 7 reviews
- This is definitely the best hike for one day at Chalten - The only regular tour with bilingual certified mountain guides. - The only regular tour including lunch in a Fitz Roy climbers base camp. - The only regular tour from Calafate including transportation uphill to El Pilar in adapted buses (Chalten to Pilar is a 17 kms/10.5 miles of non paved road). See map on photos. - This unique tour allows the maximum approach to the Mount Fitz Roy (Poincenot basecamp) and to Glacier Piedras Blancas. - Pick up and drop off is from your hotel at El Calafate. - Optional FREE DEFERRED TRANSFER from Chalten to El Calafate. Only condition: must inform the date of your return to Calafate on the original booking. Departing our from Chalten is 5 pm. - We are Southroad, a company with 18 years experience of Full day tours from Calafate to Chalten & Torres del Paine.
Inclusions: Lunch at Baguales Base camp, pasta, chocolate mousse and juice. Menu may vary according to camp stock. Vegetarian option is available on request., Air-conditioned vehicle, Mountain guide certified by AAGM (Asociacion Argentina de Guias de Montana)
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Reviewed By esackmann
Great tour! Amazing people of Southroad. Very recommendable!!!! Great views throughout the tour. Hope to be back soon!!!!!!
10. Calafate Wine Tour | City Tour Peatonal Maridado con Vinos
Overall Ratings
4.3 based on 6 reviews
Único en Calafate, conoces la historia del lugar y sus pioneros de una forma divertida y dinamica; acompañado de vinos Patagonicos.
Inclusions: Snacks
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