Saturday, November 29, 2025

Day 48 – Gateway to Patagonia – El Calafate

Today’s itinerary was a full-day excursion to Los Glaciares National Park and the Perito Moreno Glacier, one of Argentina's most famous natural landmarks. It was a gorgeous day for a visit to this iconic feature.

Unfortunately, I had been fighting a cold for the last few days, and I felt even worse this morning. I therefore reluctantly decided to stay at the hotel and take it easy. I sent Tim on his way with the group and returned to bed. 

I slept until 10:00 am, when I made my way to the breakfast room for coffee and a light meal. I then quickly returned to our room, where I slept for most of the day.

Tim returned in the afternoon and later shared some of his photos of the vast glacier, which he saw from a series of catwalks as well as from Lake Argentino on a scenic cruise. I’m glad he had a good time.

Perito Moreno Glacier (lower left) Is Very Accessible from El Calafate (upper right)

A Gorgeous Day for a Visit to the Glacier

Perito Moreno Glacier from One of the Viewpoints

Tim at Perito Moreno Glacier

The Upper Viewpoint Provided a Wonderful Perspective of the "River of Ice"

While Tim joined some of the other guests for dinner at the hotel, I ordered pizza and flan from room service. Although I was sad to miss seeing the glacier, it was the right move for me. I needed to take care of myself, and I felt much better by evening.

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