What clothes should I pack?
Explora provides travelers with trekking poles, helmets and riding gaiters for horseback rides and give them a bottle of water.
Required for all activities:
- Fleece/wool/windproof hat
- 1st layer: T-shirts and thermal underwear
- 2nd layer: Fleece
- 3rd layer: Down jacket
- 4th layer: Waterproof jacket and trousers
- Long- and short sleeve t-shirts
- Hiking trousers and shorts.
- Hiking shoes and hiking socks (long)
- Thin gloves and windproof gloves
- Waterproof leggings
- A hat for the sun, sunglasses, and Buff or protective neckwear
- Sunscreen
- Small backpack (25 liters)
- *If you travel between May – September, consider bringing a headlamp
Optional for all activities:
- Swimsuit, Sandals, Camel back
The Climate of El Calafate Argentina: Where Seasons Shape the Landscape
In El Calafate, the weather is part of the adventure. Located deep in Argentine Patagonia, this remote place experiences all four seasons with striking contrasts — from crisp, wind-swept summers to silent, snow-dusted winters.
- Summer (December to February) brings long days and mild temperatures that rarely exceed 20 °C (68 °F). The wind can be strong, sweeping through the steppe and over the turquoise waters of Lago Argentino, but the light is golden and endless — perfect for exploring the glacier, hiking trails and all the explorations we crafted in this part of the world.
- Autumn (March to May) paints the landscape with ochre and copper tones. Temperatures cool, the wind softens, and the region becomes quieter, offering a sense of stillness and reflection.
- Winter (June to August) transforms El Calafate into a serene retreat. Snow may blanket the landscapes and mountains, creating a peaceful atmosphere where silence reigns and the glaciers appear even more imposing under the pale winter light. On calm days, you will quickly feel warm during the hikes.
- Spring (September to November) brings renewal. Wildflowers bloom across the steppe, days grow longer, and wildlife reappears — guanacos, condors, and flamingos return to the shores of Lago Argentino.
Throughout the year, El Calafate’s weather reminds visitors that Patagonia is a land of extremes and beauty. No two days are ever alike, and that unpredictability is precisely what makes it unforgettable.
