Perito Moreno entrance is ARS 45,000 (~$31), paid separately from tours; day tours run $60–90, minitrekking $371–530, and Big Ice $459, with hidden costs totaling $40–75 per person for tips, lunch, and gear.
Key takeaways
- Park entrance (separate): ARS 45,000 (~$31) foreigners, paid at gate or online; Parques Nacionales official info
- Budget day tours: $60–90 (Tours 896614, 231537, 224340); include hotel pickup, guide/transfer, 3–4h at boardwalks
- Minitrekking (ice walk): $371–530—accessible glacier experience, 1–1.5h on ice, 8–10h total; ages 8–65
- Big Ice expedition: $459 (Tour 913247)—3h on ice, crevasses, medical form; ages 18–50; high fitness required
- Boat add-ons: $30–70 optional or $100–145 standalone (Tours 876696, 955134, 1138038)
- Hidden extras: Tips (~$10–20), lunch (~$15–25), gear rental (~$10–20), snacks (~$5–10) = $40–75 per person
Park Entry
What is the Perito Moreno Glacier park entrance fee?
Official price (effective 2026): ARS 45,000 (~$31 USD at July 2026 rate) for foreign adults. Prices vary by nationality and age:
- Foreign adults: ARS 45,000 (~$31)
- Argentine residents: ARS 15,000 (~$10)
- Santa Cruz residents: ARS 5,000 (~$3.50)
- Argentine students: ARS 7,000 (~$5)
- Children under 10: often free or reduced
How to pay: Cash (Argentine pesos) at the park gate. Credit/debit card accepted. Pre-purchase online via ventaweb.apn.gob.ar to skip the gate queue.
Is it included in tour prices? No. Almost all GetYourGuide tours explicitly exclude the entrance fee. You pay it separately. Exception: a few premium private tours claim to include it—always confirm in the booking description.
All Perito Moreno Tours: Price & Category
Prices checked July 2026 on live GetYourGuide listings. Book direct via GYG for free 24-hour cancellation.
| Tour | Category | Duration | Price (pp) | Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Park + Boardwalks + Optional Boat Tour 896614, all-inclusive day |
Day tour | 8h | $60 | 4.7★ (688) | Book |
| Classic Day Tour + Optional Boat Tour 231537, flagship |
Day tour | 8h | $69 | 4.7★ (2,728) | Book |
| Guided Full-Day Boardwalks Tour 224340 |
Day tour | 8h | $65 | 4.8★ (165) | Book |
| Transfer + Boardwalks (No Guide) Tour 684732 |
Day tour | 6h at glacier | $90 | 4.4★ (69) | Book |
| Minitrekking: Boat + Ice Walk + Forest Tour 147732 |
Minitrekking | 10h | $371 | 4.7★ (47) | Book |
| Minitrekking + Cruise: Full Experience Tour 233632 |
Minitrekking | 10–11h | $424 | 4.8★ (848) | Book |
| Full-Day Minitrekking + Walkways Tour 704108 (new) |
Minitrekking | 11h | $530 | 5.0★ (5) | Book |
| Big Ice: Advanced Glacier Expedition Tour 913247 |
Big Ice | 11h | $459 | 4.8★ (32) | Book |
| 1-Hour Boat Only (from Park) Tour 1138038 |
Boat tour | 1h boat | $62 | 4.5★ (42) | Book |
| Blue Safari: Sail + Touch Glacier + Toast Tour 876696 |
Boat tour | 6–7h | $101 | 4.9★ (112) | Book |
| Day Tour with Boat Safari Included Tour 955134 |
Boat tour | 9h | $145 | 4.8★ (190) | Book |
| Safari Náutico + Footbridges (new) Tour 771759 |
Boat tour | 8h | $230 | 4.8★ (4) | Book |
| Private Tour + Bilingual Guide Tour 1058072 (new) |
Private | 5–6h | $250 | New | Book |
Beyond the Tour Price
What are the hidden costs beyond the tour price?
When a tour lists "$60," that covers the tour operator and guide. Several fees and extras add up:
Tips (Expected: ~$10–20)
Guides and drivers depend on tips. Budget $10–15 per person per tour. Customary tip: 10–15% of tour price, or a flat $10 if paying cash.
Lunch (~$15–25)
The park has restaurants and cafés. Budget ~$15–25 for a meal. Many tours include lunch; check the booking details. Bringing a packed lunch saves $10–15.
Warm Gear Rental (~$10–20)
If you didn't bring warm layers, rent a jacket or pants locally in El Calafate or at the park. ~$10–20 per item.
Personal Extras (~$5–10)
Sunscreen, bottled water, snacks, emergency supplies. Budget $5–10.
Total hidden costs per day: ~$50–75 per person.
Budget Day Breakdown: 1, 2, and 3 Days
Here's what real days cost for one person in July 2026:
1-Day Budget Trip: $120–165
- Tour (Tour 896614 or 231537): $60–69
- Park entrance: $31
- Lunch: $15–25
- Tips: $10–15
- Extras (snacks, sunscreen): $5
- Total: ~$120–145 per person
2-Day Glacier Adventure: $250–350
- Day 1 boardwalk tour: $65 (Tour 224340)
- Day 2 boat tour: $100 (Tour 876696)
- Park entrance: $31 (one-time for both days? Check if valid multiple days; typically valid for that calendar day only)
- Lunch × 2: $30–50
- Tips × 2: $20–30
- Extras: $10
- Total: ~$255–325 per person
3-Day Intensive: $600–750 (Minitrekking + Boat + Boardwalks)
- Day 1 boardwalk (Tour 231537): $69
- Day 2 minitrekking (Tour 147732): $371
- Day 3 boat + boardwalks (Tour 955134): $145
- Park entrance × 3 days: ~$93 (pay each day)
- Lunch × 3: $45–75
- Tips × 3: $30–45
- Extras & warm gear: $20
- Total: ~$775–900 per person
Splurge Day: Big Ice + Boardwalks: ~$570
- Big Ice tour (913247): $459
- Park entrance: $31
- Lunch (usually included in Big Ice, but budget extra): $20
- Tips: $20–30
- Extras: $10
- Total: ~$540–580 per person
Booking Options
Is it cheaper to book online or walk into an agency in El Calafate?
GetYourGuide (Online) — Prices: $60–530 per tour (same as official operators). Pros: free cancellation up to 24 hours, English support, transparent pricing, secure payment. Cons: confirmation takes hours; GYG commission built in. See TripAdvisor for El Calafate tour reviews.
Walk-In Agencies (El Calafate Town) — Prices: ~ARS 4,000–5,000 (~$27–34), roughly 20–30% cheaper. Pros: lower cost, instant booking, same-day possible. Cons: no refund if weather cancels, quality varies wildly, often over-booked, cash only. Learn more from Lonely Planet's El Calafate guide.
Best Choice: GetYourGuide. The extra $15–20 buys cancellation protection, support, and peace of mind. Walk-in agencies work only if you're already in El Calafate, have flexible dates, and accept quality risk. For local currency info, check XE Currency Converter.
DIY Alternative
Can I visit the glacier independently without a tour?
Yes, and it's cheaper. Rent a car in El Calafate (~$40–60/day) or catch a public bus (Calafate Bus terminal, ~ARS 2,000 ~$13 round-trip). Distance: 80 km, ~1.5 hours. Park opens 8am. Arrive early to beat tour crowds or go after 3pm.
Costs for a solo DIY day: rental car $50 (split = cheaper) + petrol $15 + park entrance $31 + lunch $15–20 = ~$110–115 (cheaper than most tours!). Pros: full control, no crowds. Cons: no guide, navigation your responsibility, no boat option unless arranged separately.
Best for: Flexible travelers with a car, groups of 4+, and those comfortable on Patagonia roads.
Patagonia Comparison
How do Perito Moreno costs compare to other Patagonia attractions?
Perito Moreno day tours ($60–90) are mid-range for Patagonia — competitive with El Chaltén hikes but less strenuous. Minitrekking ($371+) is premium but offers unique ice-walking. Budget DIY option (~$110) is cheaper than most tours if splitting a car. See Parques Nacionales Argentina for comparative national park info.
Payment & Currency
Money tips: cash vs. card, payment methods
Park entrance fee: Cash preferred (Argentine pesos) but card (Visa/Mastercard) accepted at the gate. Pre-pay online at ventaweb.apn.gob.ar to skip queues.
Tours: Pay online via GetYourGuide (credit card), or cash at pickup. Card is safer (buyer protection).
Tips & extras: Cash (pesos) expected. ATMs in El Calafate town; limited at the park.
Currency: July 2026 rate ~ARS 30–35 per $1 USD (the "blue rate" unofficial market is higher; official rate lower). Use an ATM in El Calafate for the best rate, not airport/hotel exchanges.
FAQ
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