Explore Lago Argentino and the Southern Patagonian icefield on this all-inclusive overnight luxury cruise in Los Glaciares National Park

Patagonia

From A$1,265 pp

Overnight Expedition Cruise

Los Glaciares National Park

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5 Luxury Accommodation

6 Itinerary

7 Availability

1Overview

Overview

Discover the glaciers and icebergs of Los Glaciares National Park from a unique perspective, cruising Lago Argentino overnight in luxury on board MV Santa Cruz. Purpose-built to navigate narrow, icy channels and weave between the moving icebergs, enjoy gourmet cuisine on board as the wild and beautiful landscape unfolds before you. There are two route options depending on your departure date. The Northern journey includes guided offshore hikes through the Patagonian-Andean forest, and at Perito Moreno Glacier. On the Southern journey, view the towering Spegazzini and Upsala Glaciers among other highlights. A truly special cruise experience.

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2Trip Highlights

Highlights

Spegazzini and Upsala or Perito Moreno Glaciers

Glacial waterfalls

Shore excursions and guided hikes

All-inclusive luxury small ship expedition cruise

3Rates & Inclusions

What's Included

Overnight accommodation aboard Santa Cruz, a luxury small cruise ship featuring just 20 ensuite cabins
All onboard meals
Soft drinks and hot beverages while sailing
A selection of alcoholic beverages with lunch and dinner
Guided shore excursions and onboard activities led by bilingual guides
Return ground transfers between El Calafate and the cruise embarkation point at Puerto Banderas
National Park entrance fees

4Location & Access

Location & Access

The cruise commences and concludes at Puerto Banderas, near El Calafate in southern Argentina. Return ground transfers to the lakeside dock are included. Walk into Luxury offers custom journey options including pre and post cruise accommodation and extension options in Patagonia.

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5Luxury Accommodation

Where You'll Sleep

Patagonia

MV Santa Cruz, Glaciers National Park, El Calafate

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6Itinerary

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Following a short transfer from El Calafate, board Santa Cruz in the late afternoon at private dock “La Soledad” in Puerto Banderas. As the small ship sets sail, meet new friends over drinks and enjoy a delicious gourmet dinner at the onboard restaurant before retiring to your private ensuite cabin.

Included: D

Day 2

Your cruise will follow either Route A (North) OR Route B (South) today, depending on your departure date (your Journey Designer will confirm this at the time of booking).

Route A: After breakfast, explore Puesto de las Vacas, an old Patagonian ranch in the heart of the National Park, followed by a walk through the pristine sub-polar forest. Lunch is served on board with Spegazzini Glacier as your backdrop before setting sail towards Upsala Glacier, the largest in South America. In the afternoon, the ship lands at Seno Mayo in Toro Bay where you'll disembark for a hike to a waterfall, pausing along the way to take in spectacular views and discover unique flora only found in this region, one of the most humid areas of Los Glaciares National Park.

Route B: Disembark for a morning hike through the Patagonian Andean forest with views of the Mayo and Negro Glaciers. Before lunch, the ship heads to the Canal de los Tempanos (Iceberg Channel) on the way to the Perito Moreno Glacier. Marvel at this spectacle of nature while enjoying a delicious lunch accompanied by Argentinean wines. In the afternoon, walk along the Glacier’s northern walkways before Santa Cruz sets sail back to Marpatag's private dock for the transfer to El Calafate, arriving by 4 pm.

Included: B - L

NOTE: Some excursions are subject to weather and safety considerations and may be amended at the discretion of the crew.

7Availability

Season & Departure Dates

Available November to March, with daily departures alternating between routes A and B. If you're short on time, you may like to consider the daily Gourmet Glaciers Cruise as an alternative.