Perito Moreno Glacier is one Patagonia's most popular destinations, along with Fitz Roy Mountain, and Torres del Paine National Park.
After a long day of ice climbing on Viedma Glacier, we drove to El Calafate for the night.
The following morning, we began our guided day trip to Perito Moreno.
The glacier's close proximity to land makes it easily accessible for visitors of all ages and modalities.
Before arriving at the viewing platforms, visitors have the chance to take a one-hour boat ride to view the South face of the glacier.
While our guide, Christian, indicated it wasn't necessary, about half our group decided to go.
I'd agree with Christian that your views from land will be fantastic in and of themselves, but if you're looking to maximize the photo opportunities, spend the extra $16 for the boat ride too.
These photos have not been edited. Enjoy raw images of one of nature's true wonders.
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Stunning photos Dave! I can’t wait to see it for myself!
Thanks Jodi, it’s one of those sites that leaves everyone in awe. You won’t be disappointed!
Wow – such beauty! I remember the first time I saw a glacier and it is almost impossible to describe that blue color. I can’t remember now why they are blue, but I remember being astonished by the vibrancy.
We actually saw deeper blues on Viedma Glacier the day before, but they’re both stunning glaciers :)
Beautiful! I definitely want to go there some day. I find glaciers fascinating.
OMG, I see that really a big part of Perito Moreno collapsed as I was there in February and it was much bigger! Amazing shots, btw ;)
Yes, the ice bridge collapsed the week before we got there. Just missed it!
Amazing. The ice is so blue. I love the photos were the ice is breaking.
David: the pictures are fantastic from Patagonia! So hope to visit South America!
Thanks Lana, hope you make it down here too. I recommend Spring or Summer :)
Hi Dave, remember me from the Patagonia Trip ? I was wondering whether you were ever able to get your camera fixed. The camera certainly took fabulous photos. I hope that our paths cross again someday, somewhere in the world.
Hey Dennis, of course I do. No, I took the camera to a Canon authorized repair shop in Buenos Aires but they couldn’t repair it. I ended up buying the same model from Amazon, and a friend of a friend brought it down to Argentina for me.
Unfortunately, I just had another friend have the same lens error. It’s apparently a common problem with the S100, and those under warranty can get it fixed if they ship it to Cannon in the US. I didn’t want to bother, and it would have cost a lot. I am hoping it doesn’t happen again.
Hope you’re doing well!
Brilliant fotos. I was in Patagonia some years ago and to visit the Perito Moreno was definately a highlight of my life.
Outstanding photography Dave, with fabulous posts like this my bucket list grow longer by the day
Thanks Jo. Perito Moreno is a definite highlight of my last 2 years in South America.