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The 15 Best Boat Trips in Argentina

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The Beagle Channel, the ice front, the Iguazú rapids and the delta channels north of the capital. The 15 below run from a one-hour delta cruise to a full day on a catamaran, each priced and clear about how much of it is sailing.

El Calafate: Perito Moreno Glacier & Optional Boat Cruise - From El Calafate to the western edge of the park
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El Calafate: Perito Moreno Glacier & Optional Boat Cruise

1.Perito Moreno Glacier & Optional Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,586 reviews · 8 hours · from $80Our pick

Travel from El Calafate to Perito Moreno Glacier in Los Glaciares National Park with hotel pickup and a Spanish-English guide. You get about three hours for the boardwalks, plus an optional one-hour boat ride to the ice wall. Guides such as Tobias, Noela, and Sebastian have been praised for clear explanations and smooth transport.

“We had a great tour around the Perito Moreno glacier. The guide was very knowledgeable and explained a lot during the trip there. We got picked up on time and then got transferred to the bus that would take us to the park. The boat ride was fun, but it was super busy and crowded, so much so that it sometimes was hard to find a place outside the boat to view the glacier. You then get some free time to explore the walkways and gawk at the glaciers, which was great.”

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El Calafate: Perito Moreno Glacier Trekking Tour and Cruise - The ride from El Calafate to the national park
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El Calafate: Perito Moreno Glacier Trekking Tour and Cruise

2.Perito Moreno Glacier Trekking Tour and Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 805 reviews · 5 - 11 hours · from $396

Walk for about an hour on Perito Moreno Glacier with crampons, cross Brazo Rico by boat, and explore the forest and boardwalks of Los Glaciares National Park. English and Spanish guides lead small groups, with names such as Mariana, Marcelo, and Nicolas praised for clear instruction and patient support.

“Excellent excursion! From custom pick up from our accommodations to a nice, smaller-sized group, we thoroughly enjoyed the experience. We initially wanted to do the Big Ice tour but were disqualified from it due to age. We were disappointed, but in all honesty, this one was the perfect amount time on the glacier (~1 hour). We wouldn’t have wanted to be on it for much longer but all in all enjoyed around 3 hours close to the glacier where we could watch it calving from near the glacier hike start area. Fantastic job by our guides…..thank you for an amazing day!”

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Buenos Aires: Puerto Madero Sunset Cruise with Open Bar - Two ways to spend your afternoon on board
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Buenos Aires: Puerto Madero Sunset Cruise with Open Bar

3.Puerto Madero Sunset Cruise with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 439 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $39

Meet at Cecilia Grierson 400 for a casual sunset cruise along the Rio de la Plata. Choose one hour at the dock plus one hour on the water, or board later for the sailing only. Enjoy beer, cocktails, and other drinks with music as you pass Puerto Madero, port terminals, silos, and city views.

“There was plenty of seating and the staff were pleasant. We saw a beautiful sunset. It was a great way to see BA from the water.”

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Ushuaia: Penguin Watching Tour by Catamaran - Bird Island shows the smaller details of the channel
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Ushuaia: Penguin Watching Tour by Catamaran

4.Penguin Watching Tour by Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 439 reviews · 5 hours · from $180

Spend five hours aboard a warm, modern catamaran from Ushuaia, watching sea lions, cormorants, seabirds, and Magellanic and Papuan penguins. A bilingual guide provides live commentary, with audio support in four languages. You view the penguins from the boat rather than walking on Martillo Island, but the catamaran pulls close to shore.

“Fun and well-organised excursion to see sea lions, cormorants and penguins from up close. We were very lucky and even saw a humpback whale. The only negative/annoying part of this journey were two ladies of the organising agency who took pictures of the passengers. We wanted to enjoy the beautiful animals and they were shouting for people to make room in order for them to take there pics which could then be bought. Very annoying. Otherwise everything was great (even the coffee on board!).”

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Ushuaia: Catamaran Sailing to Penguin Island - Sea Lion Island and Bird Island
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Ushuaia: Catamaran Sailing to Penguin Island

5.Catamaran Sailing to Penguin Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 436 reviews · 5h 30m · from $92

Spend about five and a half hours aboard a catamaran from Ushuaia, sailing through the Beagle Channel to Martillo Island. You’ll see sea lions, cormorants, historic wreck sites, Chilean views, and summer penguin colonies from the boat. English and Spanish guides provide commentary, with a café, bathrooms, and outdoor decks onboard.

“Good activity overall to see the sea lions and penguins. The boat gets really close to them so it’s perfect for pictures. The boat itself is clean, modern and spacious, with a café on board. There’s seating upstairs and downstairs which is comfortable, and outside space to view at the stops. Staff all super friendly. -Downside is the price was expensive for what it was. -There could have been another stop, maybe at a local fisherman’s village on the way back, as the way back was long. -Could not hear what the tour guide was saying over the microphone, sharing history etc with us. It seemed only one speaker out…”

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Ushuaia: Beagle Channel & Sea Wolves Island Catamaran Cruise - Sea Lion Island and the wildlife payoff
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Ushuaia: Beagle Channel & Sea Wolves Island Catamaran Cruise

6.Beagle Channel & Sea Wolves Island Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 433 reviews · 2h 30m · from $115

Set out from Ushuaia Bay on a bilingual catamaran cruise to Bird Island, Sea Lion Island, Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, and Puerto Karelo. You’ll see seabirds, cormorants, sea lions, and perhaps whales, then take a short guided walk to Yamana shell deposits. The boat has heating, toilets, indoor seating, and outdoor viewing areas.

“Good value for the excursion. The scenery was beautiful”

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Iguazu Falls: Gran Aventura Boat and Argentinian Falls Tour - Superior, Inferior, and Devil’s Throat trails
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Iguazu Falls: Gran Aventura Boat and Argentinian Falls Tour

7.Gran Aventura Boat and Argentinian Falls Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 393 reviews · 12 hours · from $170

Spend up to 12 hours in Iguazu National Park with hotel pickup, a bilingual guide, 4x4 jungle transport, ecological train rides, three waterfall trails, and the thrilling Gran Aventura boat. Guides such as Claudia, Chelo, Lucio, and Marcelo Solis have helped guests navigate the park, though English service can vary. Bring dry clothes, snacks, and your passport.

“Pick up was prompt. Sergio (our guide) was nice, informative and also funny. He gave us information right before each activity. The boat ride was the highlight of our trip. The whole experience was amazing!”

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Tigre: River Delta Panoramic Boat Tour - Finding Sturla Viajes at Tigre’s fluvial station
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Tigre: River Delta Panoramic Boat Tour

8.River Delta Panoramic Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 294 reviews · 1 hour · from $18Best value

Board Sturla Viajes at Tigre’s fluvial station for a one-hour panoramic cruise through the Luján, Carapachay, Angostura, Sarmiento, and Espera rivers. An English, Spanish, and Portuguese audioguide explains the island lifestyle as you pass homes, schools, churches, and the Delta Tierra reserve. The open upper deck gives the best views, though seats can fill quickly.

“The boat was on time. It was nice that the deck had enough space for all the passengers and provided good views. Unfortunately it wasn't a very scenic boat trip - this trip is basically going past hundreds of houses that look like they're about to flood and Tigre is an ugly, brown river. In terms of logistics everything was fine, but I don't think it's a great tourist attraction :).”

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El Calafate: Glaciers Gourmet Experience - Full Day Cruise - Escuadra Bay and the Condor Nesting Wall
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El Calafate: Glaciers Gourmet Experience – Full Day Cruise

9.Glaciers Gourmet Experience – Full Day Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 285 reviews · 8 hours - 750 minutes · from $225

Spend a full day aboard Cruceros Marpatag’s comfortable catamaran, sailing from La Soledad Port through Los Glaciares National Park. A bilingual guide explains the ice and wildlife as you view Seco, Heim, Spegazzini, Upsala, Bertracchi, and Perito Moreno Glaciers. Choose hotel transport and either a gourmet meal or lunchbox.

“Was a wonderful day exploring all the glaciers! Was nice having the private balcony and not having to be in a loud environment”

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From Foz do Iguaçu: Iguazú Falls Boat Ride Argentina - Pickup from Foz do Iguaçu and the border crossing
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From Foz do Iguaçu: Iguazú Falls Boat Ride Argentina

10.Iguazú Falls Boat Ride Argentina

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 274 reviews · 9 hours · from $192Top rated

Leave Foz do Iguaçu in a small van for a guided day at Argentina’s Iguazú Falls. Your guide handles the border crossing and park entry, then leads you to Devil’s Throat, the Upper Circuit, and the Great Adventure boat ride. Guides including Fabio and Claudio are praised for clear directions and local insight. Bring dry clothes: the boat gets you completely soaked.

“Fabio is an amazing guide, very helpful and informative. And the boat ride was super fun.”

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El Calafate: All Glaciers Boat Trip - Argentino Lake and the Boca del Diablo
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El Calafate: All Glaciers Boat Trip

11.All Glaciers Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 263 reviews · from $255

Leave El Calafate around 7:00 AM for Punta Bandera Port and sail through Argentino Lake to the Upsala and Spegazzini channels. See four glaciers, walk 300 meters to Spegazzini Refuge, and choose a 700-meter forest trail. English and Spanish guides, hotel pickup, and an optional lunch upgrade are available.

“Good communication from patagonia dreams about pick up. I booked the captains club which was a private (16seats) in front with the captain and included food and drinks and a guide. If you can spare the extra $ I definitely recommend. Relaxing day viewing the glaciers and a iceberg.”

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Buenos Aires: Puerto Madero to Tigre Round Trip Cruise - Entering the Paraná Delta
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Buenos Aires: Puerto Madero to Tigre Round Trip Cruise

12.Puerto Madero to Tigre Round Trip Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 190 reviews · 1 day · from $58

Travel by comfortable river boat from Puerto Madero to Tigre, passing Buenos Aires’ northern suburbs before entering the Paraná Delta. An audio guide is available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. You get time for lunch and independent exploring, then return by boat to Puerto Madero.

“The lady guide was non -professional. She could have told me in the very beginning that I am not part of her private tour. That's why it was surprising to me when found out that I won't be allowed to enter the van and visit the town! It's been frustrating anyway cause others looked at me as I were an alien ! Anyway, you could have told me before the trip begins ! On the other hand, the Naval crew was awesome!”

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From Foz do Iguaçu: Argentinian Iguazu Falls with Boat Ride - Hotel pickup and the border crossing from Foz do Iguaçu
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From Foz do Iguaçu: Argentinian Iguazu Falls with Boat Ride

13.Argentinian Iguazu Falls with Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 185 reviews · 5 hours · from $197

Cross from Foz do Iguaçu into Argentina for a guided visit to Iguazu National Park and the Gran Aventura boat ride. You’ll hike through jungle, race along the Lower Iguazu River, approach San Martín Falls, and walk the boardwalks near Devil’s Throat. Guides such as Joao, Junior, Cristiano, and Marcos are praised for smooth border help and clear local insight.

“Had a blast ! Iguazu is beautiful and Vladimiro was amazing and funny - a pleasure to spend the day (and next day too) with him. We did next day Brasil view which was also stunning and totally recommended. The boat was a lot of fun!!”

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From Puerto Iguazu: Argentinian Iguazu Falls with Boat Ride - From Puerto Iguazu to the park entrance
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From Puerto Iguazu: Argentinian Iguazu Falls with Boat Ride

14.Argentinian Iguazu Falls with Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 146 reviews · 8 hours · from $197

This 8-hour Argentine Iguazu Falls tour pairs hotel pickup with the Gran Aventura boat ride under the falls. A multilingual guide leads you through the park, down to Puerto Macuco, and along the lower circuit before returning to Puerto Iguazu. Bring a passport, sturdy shoes, and dry clothes.

“Excellent tour, Eddie was a great guide. He took excellent care of us and made sure we knew every aspect of the day. The tour was perfect for the amount of time we had and the views were amazing. The boat ride was great as well.”

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Iguazu Falls: Argentinian Side with Boat Ride, Jungle-truck and Train - Taking the train to Devil’s Throat
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Iguazu Falls: Argentinian Side with Boat Ride, Jungle-truck and Train

15.Argentinian Side with Boat Ride, Jungle-truck and Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 132 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $149

Spend about eight hours exploring Iguazu National Park from Puerto Iguazú. Ride the park train to Devil’s Throat, walk the Upper Path, then take a jungle truck and Zodiac boat close to the falls. Guides such as Pájaro, Ricardo, and Horacio have earned praise for managing crowds and multilingual groups.

“I did this trip solo before a business trip in Rio. Stayed at the Hotel Cataracas- incredible! The tour was excellent. Our guide Horacio was great. He did not rush us and kept tabs on us all. It was ALL incredible but the boat was the highlight! Not to be missed. Loved this small tour. Perfect!”

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