Season: Year-round (except December 25 and January 1)
Duration: Approximately 9 hours
Departure time: Varies by season
April: Boarding at 08:30 AM | Departure at 09:00 AM | Return at 04:00 PM
May to July: Boarding at 09:30 AM | Departure at 10:00 AM | Return at 05:00 PM
August to September: Boarding at 08:30 AM | Departure at 09:00 AM | Return at 04:00 PM
Location: Lake Argentino – Los Glaciares National Park
Age policy: From 1 year old – suitable for all ages
Difficulty level: Low – contemplative cruise, no physical effort required
Departure from El Calafate with transfer to Puerto Punta Bandera
Priority boarding in the Captain’s Club VIP lounge with special welcome
Navigation through the North Arm of Lake Argentino, crossing Boca del Diablo
Sailing among floating icebergs from Upsala Glacier (no frontal approach)
Cruise through Spegazzini Channel with views of Seco, Heim Sur, and Peineta Glaciers
Arrival at the imposing Spegazzini Glacier – the tallest in the park
Disembarkation at Spegazzini Base with free time for short trails and views
Return to the boat for a gourmet lunch and open bar in Captain’s Club
Return to Puerto Punta Bandera and transfer back to El Calafate
Cruise on a premium vessel
Access to Captain’s Club: VIP lounge with reserved seating, fine dining and beverages included
Full lunch and open bar (wine, beer, soft drinks, water, tea, coffee)
Stop at Spegazzini Base
Bilingual guides (Spanish and English)
Round-trip transfer from registered hotels in El Calafate
Entrance to Los Glaciares National Park
Pickup from Airbnbs or non-commercial addresses
Tips and personal expenses
Daily, depending on weather and season
Total duration: Approximately 9 hours
Bring warm and waterproof clothing, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a camera
No physical effort required – ideal for families, seniors, and luxury travelers
The Captain’s Club offers one of the most refined navigation experiences in all of Patagonia