Adventure on ice! The "Big Ice" experience is designed for those who are looking to experience the Perito Moreno Glacier in an exciting way. Getting involved with the environment and walking ice roads in the immensity of the Glacier.

Considered the eighth wonder of the world, the Perito Moreno glacier consists of an imposing mass of ice surrounded by forests and mountains. Its majesty leaves visitors astonished. This wonder of nature is located inside the Los Glaciares National Park, in front of the Magallanes Peninsula, 78 km. away from the city of Magallanes. El Calafate.

Among its varied fauna, we can find flamingos, swans, condors, eagles, guanacos and pumas, among others. And as far as its flora is concerned, the lenga, ñire and guindo stand out.

You will start this "Big Ice" excursion at the "Bajo de las Sombras" port. There you will take a boat to cross the Brazo Rico, where you will disembark 15 minutes later on the opposite shore. The mountain guides will help you put on your crampons and start the approach crossing. The trail runs along the southern slope of the Perito Moreno Glacier, and in just over an hour you will find a spectacular viewpoint, which will allow you to access the ice. Once on the glacier you will be able to glimpse blue lagoons, deep crevasses, huge sinkholes, magical caves, and the unique sensation of feeling in the center of the most amazing glacier in the world. Always accompanied and instructed by expert guides, you will explore the nooks and crannies of the glacier for 3.30 hours. You will also walk along the footbridges for about an hour and a half. The hike is demanding.

Remarks:

• Frequency and Schedules: Daily. Schedule to be informed at destination. Duration: Approximately 12 hours.
• Limitation: Only suitable for people from 18 to 50 years old. No exceptions.
• Level of Complexity: High (7 hours of hiking).
• Not allowed: People with cardiovascular diseases, COPD, emphysema, asthma, recent surgeries.
• Not suitable: For people with physical or mental disabilities, with obesity, pregnant women or people who suffer from vertigo.
• Pick-up: The following hotels are not serviced: Austral, Albergue Patagonia, Shilling, La Loma, Apart Chalten, Amado, Apart Libertador, Hospedaje Alejandra, Oregon, Camping Ovejero and Santa Mónica. Therefore, passengers must go to the offices of the provider of such services, Av. Libertador 483, at the times to be previously informed by
  our staff.
• The importance of performing the activity with gloves is emphasized, since they protect the hands from the cutting surface.
  of the ice.

Recommendations:

• Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, comfortable and warm clothes, sun hat, waterproof jacket, gloves, trekking boots, backpack of approximately 40lts, water bottle and lunch.