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The 15 Best Boat Trips in Argentina

32 tours  ·  from $18

Ice fronts, sea lion islands, the Tigre delta and the Paraná. The 15 below run from a one-hour delta cruise to a full day on the water in Patagonia, each priced and clear about the swell.

El Calafate: Perito Moreno Glacier & Optional Boat Cruise - Entering Los Glaciares National 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 with a bilingual guide such as Tobias, Noela, or Micaela. You’ll have about three hours for the boardwalks, with an optional one-hour boat ride to the glacier wall. Hotel pickup, transport, and park guidance are included, but food and admission cost extra.

“A great day! The transport was good, comfortable and on time. The guide, Tobias was great and informative, lot's of history and geography lessons about the area. I didn't take the boat but I love having 3 hours to walk around different perspectives of the Glacier. Absolutely beautiful! Then I enjoyed a cold beer in the restaurant while I waited for the bus, which again, was very on time. I will recommend this tour. thank you”

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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

Cross Brazo Rico by boat, strap on crampons, and spend about an hour walking across Perito Moreno Glacier with bilingual guides. You will also visit the forest, cruise beside the ice, and see the glacier from its famous boardwalks. Small groups keep the pace personal.

“Had an amazing experience walking on the glacier.. my son was so excited”

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Buenos Aires: Puerto Madero Sunset Cruise with Open Bar - Choosing between the one-hour and two-hour options
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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

Cruise the Rio de la Plata from Puerto Madero for one hour with beer, cocktails, aperitifs, music, and sunset views. You will pass the Immigration Museum, Argentine Yacht Club, Quinquela Martín Cruise Terminal, and cereal silos. Choose a one-hour dock stay before sailing or board later for the cruise only.

“The narrative, provided in Spanish and English, was excellent, explaining key points of certain areas, of the cruise.”

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Ushuaia: Penguin Watching Tour by Catamaran - Bird Island and the busy life 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

Sail five hours from Ushuaia on a heated, wheelchair-accessible catamaran with Spanish and English guiding, audio options, and onboard snacks. You will circle Bird Island, Sea Lion Island, and Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse before reaching Martillo Island, where Magellanic and Gentoo penguins gather near the 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 330 minutes on a guided catamaran from Ushuaia, watching sea lions, cormorants, the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, and Magellanic and Gentoo penguins at Martillo Island. Guides speak English and Spanish. You stay aboard throughout, with a café, bathrooms, and outdoor viewing decks.

“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 - Boarding at Avenida Prefectura Naval Argentina 470
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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

Board a heated, wheelchair-accessible catamaran in Ushuaia for a 150-minute bilingual cruise through the Beagle Channel. You will see seabirds, sea lions, cormorants, the Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, and Yamana shell deposits at Puerto Karelo, with a short guided walk ashore.

“Very nice tour and everything was good organised ! The boat is comfortable, guides speaks spanish and english. We saw a lot of birds and sea lions !”

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Iguazu Falls: Gran Aventura Boat and Argentinian Falls Tour - Three trails show Iguazu from different angles
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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 12 hours in Iguazu National Park with hotel pickup from Puerto Iguazu, a Gran Aventura speedboat ride, 4x4 jungle transport, three waterfall trails, and the ecological train. Guides such as Claudia, Chelo, Lucho, and Lucio help keep the day moving in English and Spanish.

“Macelos Solis looked after us the whole time. He was great making sure we didn't get lost, filling us in on interesting information about the park. The falls were amazing to see and hear! The whole place allows you to see it from many levels on the walkways. The boat trip is worth it, we had a thrilling ride to the base of the falls, then he rode close to the falls getting us all very wet!! Be prepared. They provide you with a wet bag for your stuff and life jackets. every bit of the day was worth it.”

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Tigre: River Delta Panoramic Boat Tour - Boarding at Tigre 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 at Tigre Fluvial Station for a one-hour cruise through the Luján, Carapachay, Angostura, Sarmiento, and Espera rivers. An audio guide in English, Spanish, and Portuguese explains the Delta, while open-air decks offer broad views of island homes and waterways.

“Very nice tour. The area is beautiful and all the info is very interesting. Though it is longer than advertised. Almost 1.5 hours.”

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El Calafate: Glaciers Gourmet Experience - Full Day Cruise - Starting early at La Soledad Port
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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

Board the Marpatag catamaran at La Soledad Port for a full day among Patagonia’s glaciers. A Spanish and English guide covers the park, condors, ice, and wildlife. Expect gourmet food or a lunch box, outer decks, a short walk at Puesto Las Vacas, and optional access to the Perito Moreno footbridges.

“Great tour with amazing highlights. Everything was well planned and easy to understand, which made the glaciers shine even more!”

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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

Cross from Foz do Iguaçu into Argentina with a small group of up to 15 people. Your guide leads you to Devil’s Throat and the Upper Circuit, then into the jungle and under the falls on the Great Adventure boat. Guides such as Fabio and Claudio are praised for clear border help and strong park knowledge.

“Pickup was perfectly on time, and the transportation was clean and comfortable. Communication before the tour was clear and detailed, so we knew exactly what to expect. Our guide gave precise instructions about meeting points and schedules. Every step of the day was well organized and stress-free. The explanations about the history, nature, and wildlife were informative and engaging. We had enough free time to explore and take photos without feeling rushed. Safety guidelines were clearly explained, which made us feel secure. The timing between each part of the tour was seamless. Iguazu Falls was breathtaking, powerful, and unforgettable. Overall, it was a perfectly managed and deeply satisfy...”

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El Calafate: All Glaciers Boat Trip - From El Calafate to Punta Bandera Port
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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, then cruise Argentino Lake to the Upsala and Spegazzini glaciers. A bilingual guide, forest walk, refuge visit, and optional Captain’s Club lunch make this a full day of ice, water, and Patagonian scenery.

“Everyone should experience the beauty of these glaciers. It was breathtaking.”

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

Ride 110 minutes from Puerto Madero to Tigre with a multilingual audio guide, passing Buenos Aires suburbs before entering the Paraná Delta. Explore Tigre, eat beside the river, and return by boat at 4 p.m. The upper deck offers the best views, while Monday is a poor day for museums and shops.

“Excellent!! Everything was perfect! Get your guide is the best and I’m very glad if I can make reservation at this side”

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From Foz do Iguaçu: Argentinian Iguazu Falls with Boat Ride - Entering Iguazu National Park on the Argentine side
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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 with a guide, explore Iguazu National Park, then ride the Gran Aventura boat beneath the falls. Expect border help, a small group of up to 15, multilingual guiding, and a soaking wet but thrilling approach to San Martín Falls.

“Great trip but because we booked speedboat as well Without speedboat this excursion is not interesting as bridge to Devils throat is destroyed”

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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

From Puerto Iguazu, travel into Argentina’s Iguazu National Park for a guided day of jungle paths, Devil’s Throat viewpoints, and the Gran Aventura boat ride. You will get soaked under the falls, so bring spare clothes. Groups hold up to 15, with English, Spanish, and Portuguese guides.

“Fantastic guides that spoke fluent Spanish, Portuguese, English (and French!) The falls were incredible, the facilities and pathways were VERY well maintained and clean. food at the restaurant was valued very very well also. I highly recommend this trip”

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Iguazu Falls: Argentinian Side with Boat Ride, Jungle-truck and Train - 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 with a guide, park train, upper trails, jungle-truck ride, and Gran Aventura boat trip. Guides such as Horacio, Pájaro, and Ricardo have led past groups, but expect up to 30 people and bring dry clothes because the boat gets you thoroughly wet.

“Sol Iguazu travel agency wea great to work with. Roberto, our tour guide, was fantastic and made the tour a great experience. Highly recommended!!”

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