Top Patagonia Trips & Tours in December 2026

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Creston Glacier

1 Day Itinerary

• See the glacier and Crestón hill
• Hike to Creston Glacier
• Walk through a large lenga forest

Starts / Ends

El Chalten / El Chalten

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience a strenuous hike with 900 meters of elevation gain on this 6-hour trek to Creston Glacier.

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from $819

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Perito Moreno Glacier Trekking

1 Day Itinerary

• Hike Perito Moreno Glacier
• Take a Lago Argentino boat ride
• Enjoy lunch atop Perito's glaciers

Activity Level

Easy Active

Trek the Perito Moreno Glacier, which is more than three miles wide and more than twenty stories high at its front. Take a boat across Lago Argentino and pass the massive front wall of blue ice. Enjoy lunch sitting on the lateral moraine of the glacier and listen to its thunderous concerto of groaning and cracking ice dropping into the lake below.

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Tierra del Fuego National Park

½ Day Itinerary

• View Tierra del Fuego National Park
• Visit the rebuilt Yamanas campsite
• Admire great views of Roca lake

Activity Level

Relaxed

Tierra del Fuego National Park is awe-inspiring in its remoteness and natural splendor. Learn about the region's history during a half-day trek and ride to the 100-year-old End of the World convict train.

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Escondido and Fagnano Lakes

1 Day Itinerary

• Admire views of Sierra Alvear
• Relax in Escondido Lake
• Enjoy stunning Fagnano Lakes

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore stunning Patagonian lakes and scenery on this day trip from Ushuaia. After visiting the Velo De Novia waterfall, start the drive up the base of Mount Olivia where you will soon see the front of the Sierra Alvear which extends to Tierra Mayor and Las Cotorras mountain ranges.

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Perito Moreno Kayak Experience

1 Day Itinerary

• Kayak in glacial waters
• Take photos of this unique place
• See great views of Perito Moreno

Starts / Ends

El Calafate / Perito Moreno Glacier

Activities

Kayaking

Activity Level

Moderate

Experience the Perito Moreno Glacier, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, from a unique vantage point: a kayaking excursion. Expert guides provide all required equipment to ensure your safety and enjoyment. Do not miss this once-in-a-lifetime tour.

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Laguna de los Tres Trek

1 Day Itinerary

• Join a trek to Laguna de los Tres
• Enjoy views of Mt. Fitz Roy peaks
• Cross the Rio Blanco bridge
• Witness a beautiful Mt. Fitz Roy vi

Activity Level

Challenging

Join a full-day trek to Laguna de los Tres from El Chalten. Hike 13 miles round trip with forest trails, river crossings, and steep climbs. Reach the glacial lake for iconic views of Mt. Fitz Roy. Enjoy lunch at the summit before returning. The trail is well-marked and suited for those in good condition.

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Rio La Leona Kayak & Trekking

1 Day Itinerary

• Admire Rio La Leona river
• Discover Los Hornos
• Kayak & trek on this natural region

Activity Level

Moderate

Explore Rio La Leona, one of Patagonia's most gorgeous rivers, and Los Hornos Mountain. Take in the contrasting sights of the ocher steppe with the turquoise glacial waters. Witness the beginnings of Patagonian geography as you pass by petrified trees.

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Laguna Torres Trek

Patagonia - 1 Day Itinerary

• Hike 11 miles through scenic trails
• Trek dense beech forests with views
• Reach Laguna Torre and see glaciers
• Panoramic views of Fitz Roy valley

Activity Level

Challenging

Hike 11 miles from El Chalten to Laguna Torre through beech forests. See Mount Torre-Adela and glaciers. Reach Laguna Torre for views of icy waters and mountains. Enjoy lunch by the lagoon. The trail offers panoramic views of Fitz Roy valley, Cerro Torre, and nearby peaks. Return to El Chalten after this full-day trek.

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Perito Moreno Glacier Navigation

1 Day Itinerary

• Explore Lake Argentino
• Explore Los Glaciares National Park
• Witness unique landscapes of Andes

Activity Level

Relaxed

Travel through the Patagonian steppe to Los Glaciares National Park and see Perito Moreno Glacier. Walk 4,000 meters of balconies for views of the glacier and the Andes. A bilingual guide shares facts along the way.

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Lago del Desierto & Vespignani Glacier

1 Day Itinerary

• Join boat ride on Lago del Desierto
• Explore views of Huemul and Crestón
• Join trails with varied difficulty

Activity Level

Easy Active

Explore the northern area of Los Glaciares National Park and Lago del Desierto reserve. Travel from El Chaltén to Punta Sur, then sail 30 minutes past glaciers to the Vespignani Glacier. Choose from easy to challenging trails or a forest path. After a snack, sail back to Punta Sur and return by bus, enjoying stunning views and outdoor exploration.

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Madsen Hike

1 Day Itinerary

• Enjoy the view of the mountains
• Find incredible views of Fitz Roy
• Reach the top of Cerro Madsen

Starts / Ends

El Chalten / El Chalten

Activity Level

Challenging

Sit at or above 1400 meters in height. This is a 13-hour walk to Cerro Madsen. On top of Cerro Madsen, you may get the most beautiful views of Fitz Roy in El Chaltén.

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Estancia Cristina Discovery

1 Day Itinerary

• See Upsala Glaciers jagged icy peak
• Enjoy scenic walks and 4x4 rides
• Explore the estancia's museum

Starts / Ends

Puerto Bandera / Upsala Glacier

Activities

Hiking

Activity Level

Moderate

Estancia Cristina Discovery allows you to explore the natural beauty of Patagonia and spend a day enjoying the breathtaking views of the Upsala Glacier and the Southern Patagonian Continental Ice Field, as well as a 4x4 ride, hike, or wander around the estancia's museum in the old sheep shearing shed.

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Gable Island navigation and penguin colony

1 Day Itinerary

• See a variety of different seabirds
• Observe penguins
• Hike to know more about the Island

Starts / Ends

Ushuaia / Ushuaia

Activities

Wildlife Viewing

Activity Level

Relaxed

Enjoy your day trip to the penguin colony and Gable Island. Enter the Beagle Channel by paddling the inflatable canoes. After that, a motorboat will depart from Harberton and head toward Martillo Island. From the boat, you'll be able to see penguins in their breeding habitat.

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Bariloche Discovery Hike and Kayak

1 Day Itinerary

• Explore Nahuel Huapi and Moreno
• Discover Argentina's landscapes
• Enjoy hikes and landscape views

Activity Level

Easy Active

Discover Northern Patagonia on a full-day Bariloche Discovery Active tour. Kayak Nahuel Huapi and Moreno Lakes, enjoy a gourmet picnic with Argentine wines in a quiet bay, then hike to scenic viewpoints of Mount Tronador and the Andes.

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from $429

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Manso River Valley Mountain Bike Adventure

1 Day Itinerary

• Bike Manso River Valley trail
• Cross bridges and small streams
• Cross hanging bridge section

Activities

Biking

Activity Level

Challenging

Bike through the Manso River Valley near Bariloche on a scenic full-day ride. Follow forest trails, cross streams, and stop for a picnic lunch by the river. Pass snow-capped peaks, green waters, and meadows. Ride gets tougher in the second half, crossing a hanging bridge over the Manso’s rapids. Return to Bariloche late afternoon.

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