Enjoy this full-day activity in which you will be able to...
Duration
12 hs
Departures
Mon / Wed / Fri
Per adult
In El Calafate you can hire an entertaining walk through the city, passing through the most traditional places. Discover historical places and the corners of this wonderful tourist village with this 3-hour activity, ideal for the day of arrival or the day of departure. Be a part of the history of the place, contemplating El Calafate, with views of Lake Argentino.
We begin with a visit to Punta Walichu, an archaeological site located 8 km. from the town, which will show you the footprints of the first men who walked these lands. A walk along the eaves and caves will allow you to observe cave paintings (originals and reproductions) as well as an exceptional view of Lake Argentino and the Andes Mountains. The circuit also goes through the main streets of the old town, showing you the typical early constructions of the pioneers as well as the current civic center buildings.
The guide will be responsible for transporting you back in time to the history of the first settlers, will show you the flora, fauna and other interesting details that this small Tourist Village treasures.
You will visit the Coastal Walk and Redonda Bay, a few meters from the shore of Lake Argentino, where you can observe the abundant local birdlife.
As a last stop, in the Historical Interpretation Center you will observe, through a self-guided tour, the events of greatest historical relevance from the ice ages to the present.