What to do in El Calafate

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El Calafate featuring a lake or waterhole and landscape views

Places to Visit in El Calafate

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Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos is known for its lake views, and you can plan a trip to Gnome Village and Calafate Fishing while you're in town.

Macrozona Bahía Redonda y Primeros Faldeos
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Cerro Calafate

4/5(5 area reviews)

Lake views and restaurants are some things travellers note about Cerro Calafate. Check out Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus Church or Gnome Village while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

Cerro Calafate
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Macrozona Lago Argentino

Unique features of Macrozona Lago Argentino include the lake views and restaurants. Make a stop by Lake Argentino or Bahía Redonda while you're exploring the area.

Macrozona Lago Argentino