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The Calafate Kayaks excursion is ideal if you want to enjoy a different adventure without leaving El Calafate and experience Lake Argentino from a kayak. During the tour, you’ll paddle double kayaks across Bahía Redonda and part of Lake Argentino, right in front of the city, accompanied by specialized guides. The activity allows you to discover calm and sheltered bays while taking in views of El Calafate and the surrounding hills from the water.
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10:40 am2:00 pm
Start at your hotel in El Calafate
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before start
Guide throughout the excursion
Technical team
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The activity is available for people 13 years old and over. It is recommended to bring 2 pairs of socks, 2 thermal shirts, sunscreen, water, warm clothing, sunglasses, long thermal leggings, and a winter hat.
When booking this tour,
we'll give you a free airport transfer to your hotel
we'll give you a free airport transfer to your hotel
Free airport transfer
Book any tour with us and the transfer is on us, so planning your trip is much simpler.
How does the benefit work?This benefit applies to the arrival leg, covering the transfer from El Calafate airport to your hotel in the city. Please note that it does not include the return trip to the airport. You will be able to enter your flight details and arrange the transfer in the next step.
Description
The Calafate Kayak tour is a half-day activity in which you will visit in double kayaks the Round Bay and part of the Argentino Lake, in front of El Calafate. It is an ideal tour for those looking for a different adventure, without leaving the city, while enjoying unique views of El Calafate and its surroundings.
The excursion takes place in double kayaks, always accompanied by specialized guides, starting and ending at the same point. As there are different circuits available, the best one will be chosen according to the climatic convenience, water level, bird watching or group requirement. The tour can be done in the morning or in the afternoon and includes the transfer from your hotel.
Upon being welcomed by the guides on the shores of Lake Argentino or Round Bay, you will receive an instructive talk, the equipment and technical clothing necessary to practice the activity. Then, the tour continues with the regulation of the seats and footrest in each kayak according to each passenger, while the guides explain the correct way to enter and exit the kayak, different paddling techniques, how to turn, stability and maintenance of the course and rules of evacuation and security.
Once in the water, the kayak takes place for 1 hour and a half with permanent assistance from the guides. This navigation allows you to observe attractive and repaired bays, always with the view of El Calafate and the hills that surround it as a landscape. During the kayak, you will be told about the geography of the area, characteristics of the landscape, flora and fauna, people and a brief history of the kayak.
To finish, you will have a hot drink to, then, be transferred to your hotel.
The double touring kayaks used offer advantages in terms of safety as they are more stable boats than simple kayaks, since the paddling is done by two people, the advance is faster and they offer greater control.
Important: In order to guarantee the departure of the tour, it is necessary to have at least 2 people in the group, which will be confirmed the day before the activity takes place.
The excursion takes place in double kayaks, always accompanied by specialized guides, starting and ending at the same point. As there are different circuits available, the best one will be chosen according to the climatic convenience, water level, bird watching or group requirement. The tour can be done in the morning or in the afternoon and includes the transfer from your hotel.
Upon being welcomed by the guides on the shores of Lake Argentino or Round Bay, you will receive an instructive talk, the equipment and technical clothing necessary to practice the activity. Then, the tour continues with the regulation of the seats and footrest in each kayak according to each passenger, while the guides explain the correct way to enter and exit the kayak, different paddling techniques, how to turn, stability and maintenance of the course and rules of evacuation and security.
Once in the water, the kayak takes place for 1 hour and a half with permanent assistance from the guides. This navigation allows you to observe attractive and repaired bays, always with the view of El Calafate and the hills that surround it as a landscape. During the kayak, you will be told about the geography of the area, characteristics of the landscape, flora and fauna, people and a brief history of the kayak.
To finish, you will have a hot drink to, then, be transferred to your hotel.
The double touring kayaks used offer advantages in terms of safety as they are more stable boats than simple kayaks, since the paddling is done by two people, the advance is faster and they offer greater control.
Important: In order to guarantee the departure of the tour, it is necessary to have at least 2 people in the group, which will be confirmed the day before the activity takes place.
Itinerary
10:40
Pick-up at hotel
Arrival at boarding point
1:30 hs kayaking
Return to the boarding point
Return to El Calafate
14:00
Drop off at hotel
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Frequently Asked Questions
Discover the questions other travelers also had before booking.What type of migratory birds are most likely to be spotted from the kayak?
The excursion takes place in the area of Redonda Bay and the shore of Lake Argentino, one of the most important areas for birdwatching in El Calafate. Depending on the time of year and the day's conditions, it is possible to observe species such as Chilean flamingos, black-necked swans, coscoroba swans, coots, upland geese, ducks and other waterfowl characteristic of Patagonia.
Is prior kayaking experience necessary to take this excursion?
No prior kayaking experience is necessary for this excursion. It is designed for both experienced kayakers and those who are kayaking for the first time.
How is it recommended to dress for the excursion?
As the weather in Patagonia can be unpredictable, we recommend dressing in layers, including:
- Thermal clothing.
- Fleece sweater or jacket.
- Waterproof jacket or windbreaker.
- Waterproof pants.
- Hiking boots. You can also wear sports shoes with laces, although hiking boots are the recommended option to make the most of the experience.
It is also important to bring:
- Gloves.
- Sunglasses.
- Sunscreen.
- Backpack.
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