Personas Traslado a El Calafate

Transport to El Calafate

Private service
All year round

If you cancel your reservation up to 4 days before the start of the activity, we will refund you 100% of the reservation payment. No refunds will be issued on cancellation requests received after the indicated anticipation.

Free cancellation

You can reschedule your booking without any additional cost until 4 days before the beginning of the activiity.

Free rescheduling

Door-to-door transport between Puerto Natales and El Calafate, with flexible schedules and an easy border crossing.


Duration:

6 hours

Times:

07:00 am to 01:00 pm and 03:00 pm to 09:00 pm

Minimum of passengers:

4 personas

Meeting Point:

Puerto Natales Rodoviario Terminal


Included:

  • Shared transportation

Not included:

  • Pickup at your accommodation (urban area)

Restrictions:

  • Valid travel document in excellent condition (see the details in the description)

Weather:

In case of suspension for weather conditions, we will refund 100% of your payment.

  • Subject to weather conditions

Cancellation and rescheduling policy:

  • If you cancel your booking up to 4 days before the activity starts, you will receive a 100% refund of the amount paid to book. If you cancel with less notice, no refund will be issued.

Description

Keep your Patagonia trip rolling with a transport to El Calafate from Puerto Natales or Torres del Paine National Park; the latter available exclusively as a private service. We pick you up at your hotel, no meeting points or bus terminals, so you can focus on your bags and the views of the Patagonian steppe. The ride takes about 5 hours and crosses from Chile to Argentina, perfect for a smooth, stress-free connection to glaciers and lakes. Flexible schedules and door-to-door service for a safe, comfortable, and on-time journey.


Important notes

  • ​For shared bus transport, if you're traveling with infants and need a child safety seat, you can request one free of charge in the additional comments field during the booking process. Just make sure to let us know in advance.
  • The shared van service includes pickup in the Dorotea and Puerto Bories areas.
  • The shared van service does not offer pickup at the Bus Terminal or at meeting points without a specific address (e.g., Plaza de Armas, street corners, etc.).
  • Write your hotel or flight details (if applies) and your exact time within the available window in the Additional comments box, for the private service.
  • Each traveler must carry a valid ID or passport in perfect condition (chip and QR undamaged).
  • Total travel time (around 5 hours) may vary due to immigration control and road conditions.
  • Standard baggage included; for extra or oversized items, tell us during booking.
  • If documents don’t meet requirements or details are incomplete, refunds don’t apply beyond the policy deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions

    1. Shared bus transport: A shared service from the Puerto Natales Rodoviario Terminal to the El Calafate Bus Terminal. You must make your own way to the departure point.
    2. Shared van transport: You'll travel with other passengers, with pickup and drop-off at accommodations located within the designated urban service areas.
    3. Private transport: An exclusive vehicle for you and your group, with pickup and drop-off at the agreed addresses. Your departure time will be coordinated within the available time window.
  • Depending on your nationality, there is a possibility of you need a tourism visa to enter Argentina. You can check if you need a visa or not, according to your country of origin in [www.migraciones.gov.ar](http://www.migraciones.gov.ar/accesible/indexA.php?visas).
  • Only if your country of origin is China and you are travelling with American visa it is necessary a payment of a reciprocity fee to enter Argentina, which you must previously make in [www.migraciones.gov.ar](http://www.migraciones.gov.ar/accesible/indexA.php?reciprocidad).
  • Only if you are a foreigner with permanent residence in Chile you will be able to cross the border showing your Chilean ID card. In case you are a foreigner with temporary residence in Chile, you must present your passport to cross the border.
  • There are some exchange offices in downtown Puerto Natales, by the Arturo Prat St., near the church. If you have limited time, maybe it is suitable for you to exchange money before going to Puerto Natales.
  • Each passenger may bring 1 carry-on bag or 1 checked bag of up to 23 kg, plus 1 small personal item to be placed on the passenger seat. To bring additional luggage, you must request a quote by writing to reservas@denomades.com. Special luggage such as bicycles, sports equipment, or musical instruments is not allowed.

  • To book Transport to El Calafate, you must choose the date and follow the steps on the website. You can add more tours to your cart before confirming your booking.
  • We accept bookings up to 1 days in advance, subject to availability. Therefore, we recommend booking as early as possible to secure your spot.