To celebrate in front of a glacier in El Calafate, the most comprehensive option is Todo Glaciares with Captain's Club, the exclusive cabin with food and drinks, or with the Refugio Menu for lunch at the Spegazzini Refuge. The De Agostini Lookout, at the end of a 350-meter walkway, is a popular spot for a toast or a proposal.
We've been sailing Lake Argentino since 1980, and many passengers choose the day of their voyage to celebrate something special. This guide outlines what we actually offer, so you can plan your celebration with clear expectations.
How to celebrate in front of a glacier: the real options
The foundation of any celebration is the All Glaciers tour: a 7-hour sailing trip from Puerto Punta Bandera, passing the Upsala, Seco, Heim, Peineta, and Spegazzini glaciers, and landing at Spegazzini Base. You can add optional activities to this tour, which significantly enhance the day's experience.
| Second Hand | Marriage Proposal | why it works |
|---|---|---|
| Anniversary | All Glaciers + Captain's Club | Exclusive cabin with food and drinks, more tranquility for two |
| birthday with family | All Glaciers + Refuge Menu | Lunch seated at the Refuge, with classic, gluten-free or vegetarian options |
| Marriage proposal | All Glaciers, hike to the De Agostini Viewpoint | Front view of the Spegazzini, the highest glacier in the park |
| Celebration from a distance | Gift card | The person being honored chooses the date |
| Group or company | Event services | A proposal tailored to the group |
Captain's Club: the option for anniversaries
The Captain's Club is an exclusive cabin on the catamaran, with food and drinks included. For an anniversary, it's the most comfortable option: you travel with more space, and the day feels different from the moment you step aboard. It costs $280.000 per person on the All Glaciers tour and $180.000 on the Viedma Adventure and Full Day tours, in addition to the sailing fee (prices valid from October 2026 to March 2027, subject to change; please confirm when booking).
If you're celebrating in El Chaltén, the Captain's Club is also available at Aventura Viedma, in front of Argentina's largest glacier.
Refuge Menu: A birthday lunch
The Refuge Menu is served at the Spegazzini Refuge during your time ashore at Spegazzini Base. There are three options (classic, gluten-free, and vegetarian), priced at $65.000 each. It offers a practical advantage for a family birthday: everyone eats seated, indoors, right at Spegazzini Base. The refuge and the boat are fully accessible, so it's also a great option if you're celebrating with grandparents.
Marriage proposal at the De Agostini Lookout
The Spegazzini Glacier walkways stretch 350 meters from the Refuge to the De Agostini Viewpoint. At the end, the Spegazzini appears directly ahead, with walls up to 135 meters high. It's a place with a lot of symbolic weight for a project, but it's worth knowing a few things before planning one:
- The viewpoint is shared with the rest of the passengers on the cruise; it is not a private space.
- The weather on land is dictated by the day's itinerary, so there's no room to wait for "the perfect light".
- The wind can be strong: keep the ring in a zippered pocket, not in your hand.
- If you want someone to take your picture, coordinate it beforehand with a travel companion.
- Have a plan B in case the weather forces you to change your itinerary.
If you'd like to arrange any special details for that time, please check with the reservations team to see what can be arranged. We prefer to let you know in advance what's possible rather than promise something we can't deliver on the day of the sailing trip.
Difference from a honeymoon
A one-off celebration isn't the same as a honeymoon trip. If you're planning your entire honeymoon trip after the wedding, including accommodations, free days, and various excursions, our article on honeymoons in El Calafate will be more helpful . Here, we focus on a single day: how to make sailing the centerpiece of your celebration.
Give the celebration as a gift or celebrate as a group
When the person being honored isn't with you, a gift card solves the gift dilemma: choose the excursion and date later. It's a great birthday or anniversary gift for parents who always talked about seeing glaciers.
For large group celebrations, company meetings, or events with many guests, we have an event service in El Calafate that puts together a proposal according to the number of people and the date.
One last tip: when you book, let us know what you're celebrating. It doesn't change the price, but it helps us choose the best option for you.
FAQ
Can you bring a cake or champagne on board?
We cannot guarantee this in advance. Please check with the reservations team to see what can be arranged for your date before bringing anything.
Can the Mirador De Agostini be booked privately?
No. It is a viewpoint shared by the passengers of the navigation, at the end of the 350m walkways of Base Spegazzini.
What does the Captain's Club include?
An exclusive cabin with food and drinks. This is in addition to the navigation fee: $280.000 per person for the All Glaciers tour (price valid from October 2026 to March 2027).
Can I give a sailing trip as a gift for an anniversary?
Yes, with the Solo Patagonia gift card. The recipient chooses the date of the excursion.
