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Visiting El Calafate, Argentina


A small Patagonian village on the shores of the breathtakingly blue Lago Argentino, El Calafate is known as the national capital of the glaciers. Boat excursions are available to witness ice cracking... more » A small Patagonian village on the shores of the breathtakingly blue Lago Argentino, El Calafate is known as the national capital of the glaciers. Boat excursions are available to witness ice cracking and glaciers "calving" in Los Glaciares National Park. The National Park also has viewing platforms and easy trails to get up close to the glaciers. Paved roads lead to the far side of Lago Argentino and to Rio Gallegos. Buses take dirt roads to other destinations, such as Esquel and Comodoro. « less

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Hosteria Kau Kaleshen

26 Nov 2009

On our 17 day trip to Argentina, this was one of our favorite hotels. It was super clean, one block from the main street, beautiful interior garden, quiet, comfortable and the service great. Eduardo...more

Edenia Punta Soberana Hotel

5 of 5 stars
rio de janeiro
26 Nov 2009

The hotel Edenia is a very very beautiful hotel in el Calafate! We are stayed in november 2009. The staff is fantastic, very helpful. You can organize all in the hotel (tours, excursions,...more

Pura Vida Resto Bar

4 of 5 stars
Santa Monica, CA
25 Nov 2009

Pura vida is a warm and friendly place with a great staff! The lamb ravioli should not be missed, and the shepards pie was not bad either...it's bohemian feel made it super relaxing. have a bottle of...more

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How long would it take to drive from Bs. As. to El Calafate? 26 November 2009, 1 reply
shade under 2 days - what should I do in El Calafate? 24 November 2009, no replies
What else to do around El Calafate and El Chelthem? 21 November 2009, 2 replies
El Calafate to Torres del Paine- one day tour 19 November 2009, 1 reply
Renting equipment for mini-trekking 17 November 2009, no replies
Traveling with young Children - hotels and sightseeing 15 November 2009, no replies
Big Ice Tour on Perito Moreno 15 November 2009, 30 replies
Car Rental in El Calafate & going to Chile 16 November 2009, 3 replies
Estancia Cristina Tour 14 November 2009, 4 replies
Mini-trekking tour 18 November 2009, 10 replies
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