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Santa Cruz: What, Where, and How

Santa Cruz offers a world of natural wonders, and this section is your go-to guide for exploring everything it has to offer. From the awe-inspiring glaciers of El Calafate to the rugged landscapes of the Perito Moreno National Park, there’s no shortage of adventures here.

What to do

Santa Cruz is a playground for nature lovers and thrill-seekers. From trekking on glaciers at El Calafate to whale watching along the coast, the province offers unforgettable experiences. In this section, we’ll guide you through the must-do activities that showcase Santa Cruz’s natural wonders.

Where to go

Santa Cruz is home to some of Argentina’s most iconic landmarks. Don’t miss the towering Perito Moreno Glacier, the breathtaking Los Glaciares National Park, and the wild beauty of Cueva de las Manos. These landmarks offer stunning views and rich cultural history.

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Things to Do in Santa Cruz

🌟 Top Things to Do in Santa Cruz, Argentina

🏔️ Trek on the Perito Moreno Glacier or take a guided ice walk

🚶 Hike the trails to Mount Fitz Roy in El Chaltén

🚢 Take a boat trip to see glaciers in Los Glaciares National Park

📸 Photograph the unique rock formations of Los Antiguos and the UNESCO Heritage Site Cueva de las Manos

🐧 Visit penguin colonies at Cabo Vírgenes

🌅 Watch the sunrise over Lago Argentino in El Calafate

🦕 Explore fossil-rich areas and learn about Patagonia’s prehistoric past

🏇 Experience rural life at a Patagonian estancia

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Places to Visit in Santa Cruz

🏙️ El Calafate – gateway to the Perito Moreno Glacier

🏞️ Los Glaciares National Park – UNESCO site with massive ice fields

🏔️ El Chaltén – Argentina’s trekking capital

🏜️ Cueva de las Manos – ancient cave art over 9,000 years old

🌊 Lago Argentino – the largest lake in Argentina

🌅 Monte León National Park – wildlife-rich coastal reserve

🏝️ Isla Pingüino – penguin and seabird habitat

🌄 Lago del Desierto – pristine mountain lake north of El Chaltén

Perito Moreno glacier at Los Glaciares National Park, Santa Cruz, Argentina

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