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Argentina is a large and versatile country. There are multiple destinations to enjoy cities, mountains, farms, jungles and glaciers. One of the most chosen destinations in Argentina is the city of Calafate, to visit the impressive Perito Moreno Glacier.

Flights from Buenos Aires

perito moreno glacierFrom Buenos Aires there are daily flights from the city’s airport. In high season there are up to 3 flights per day. It takes 3 hours from Buenos Aires to Calafate airport. From there you will need to do a 30 minute drive to the city of Calafate.

Aerolíneas Argentinas and Latam are the both airlines that do this flight frequently from Aeroparque Jorge Newbery.

The climate of this region of Argentine Patagonia is cold and dry. The average temperatures in winters are 0.6°C and in summer 13°C.

Perito Moreno Glacier

One of the largest glaciers in Argentina is located 80 kilometers from the city of Calafate. The area is protected and is within the National Park Los Glaciares. This is why is necessary to pay a ticket to enter.

It is possible to visit the glacier through the trails, hike the glacier or navigate to discover other impressive glaciers deep in the mountain range.

perito moreno glacierHow to get to Perito Moreno Glacier

The National Park Los Glaciares can be reached by car or contracting different services, a complete excursion, remis, combis or a bus. Buses are the cheapest option and they depart from the bus terminal of the city very early in the morning.

If you need tickets from Buenos Aires to Calafate, contact this travel agency.

What to do in the city of Calafate?

The culinary offer of Calafate is wide. You will be able to find pizzerias, grills, and bars. The most favorite dish in this area of Patagonia is the Patagonian Lamb on the grill, accompanied by a good Malbec.

Another kind of food that is really popular in Patagonia is sweet food. In Calafate there are plenty of jam manufacturers. Calafate is also a fruit that can be found in this region and Calafate jam is produced with it. You will also find red fruits, blackberries and rose hip.

buenos aires to calafateAs happens in the entire Patagonia you will also enjoy artisan chocolates with dulce de leche.

People say that if you eat Calafate fruit, you always return.

Laguna Nimez Ecological Reserve

A few meters from the center of Calafate you can visit Laguna Nimez Ecological Reserve, an ideal place for birdwatching.  There are more than 80 species that can be found. The most popular species are flamingos, cauquenes, bandurrias and teros. It is located on the shores of Lake Argentino and it has the characteristic dry vegetation of the region preserved.

El Chalten, trekking capital

Located 220km from Calafate and at the foot of the most famous mountain range of Argentina we can find the town of Chalten. It is an ideal destination for hikers and climbers, as it has several self-guided trails to visit glaciers, forests, rivers and waterfalls.

Buses, combis and remis arrived daily to the town and on the way it is usual to stop and visit La Leona Estancia, an icon of the region.

It is also possible to visit the Viedma Glacier, located at the entrance of the village, another of the largest glaciers in Argentina.

buenos aires to calafate

If you need to buy tickets online to Calafate or another part of Argentina by bus, ferry or plane, you can buy online your tickets here in Plataforma 10!

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