A REAL ICE EXPERIENCE
Glacier Vinciguerra Trekking
Ready for a day of pure adventure? Did you know that in Ushuaia, in just a three-hour hike, you can be at the foot of a glacier? The trek to the Vinciguerra Glacier in Ushuaia offers a variety of landscapes and incredible views of the Vinciguerra Glacier Cirque and the Iceberg Lagoon. But that’s not all: the hike continues on the glacier itself in the summer, and in the winter, you can enter the ice caves. Enjoy walking on this ice giant in search of a cenote that allows you to delve into its interior and appreciate its ice formations. An authentic mountain experience, designed for adventure lovers.
The Vinciguerra Glacier and its hike are an adventure you can’t miss during your stay in Ushuaia. It requires moderate physical effort but is incredibly rewarding!

Along the route, you’ll see valleys of peat bogs, meltwater rivers, subantarctic forests, and the wonderful colors of the mountainous surroundings.
Enjoy a unique day with specialized guides!
In winter, you can do Glacier Vinciguerra Trekking in Ushuaia: the lake is frozen and covered with ice, all the mountain is white, you do not hike the glacier but can visit the ice front and its caves. If you need a more challenging trek, have a look to Glacier Ojo del Albino:
You can find a video of our adventure in february:
Here you can see our adventure in the winter: https://www.instagram.com/p/C-n-M1uPISv/?hl=es
Glacier Vinciguerra’s Tour Details
- 8:00 hs: Depart from your hotel in Ushuaia by transfer
- 9:00 hs: Start of the hike
- 12:00 hs: Arrival at the foot of the Vinciguerra Glacier
- 12:30 hs: Lunch and Ice Trekking with crampons on the glacier
- 13:30 hs: Return
- 16:00 hs: End of the excursion
- – Guided tour
- – Transportation
- – Personal insurance
- – Crampons
- – Trekking poles
- – Helmet
- – Boxed lunch
- – Hot drink
- Hiking boots (mid-calf, NOT sneakers)
- Sunglasses and sunscreen
- Medium backpack
- Gloves and hat
- Warm coat and raincoat
- Screw-top water bottle
Embark on a challenging trek to the Vinciguerra Glacier in Ushuaia, where you will face moderate elevation gain and long distances. This adventure requires you to be used to walking and practicing a sport, as well as having basic trekking experience to fully enjoy the route.
Prepare to:
- Climb mountains with a considerable elevation gain.
- Hike long distances through subantarctic forests and peat bogs.
- Enjoy unique panoramic views of the Vinciguerra Glacier, Laguna de los Témpanos, and the Andes Mountains.
Please note:
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Distance: Long (around 16 km round trip)
- Elevation gain: Moderate (approximately 350 meters)
- Requirements: Used to walking and practicing a sport, basic trekking experience
Push your limits and live an unforgettable trekking experience in the incomparable setting of the Vinciguerra Glacier!
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