Originally Posted by
philip0
Great tips! We're dead set on the Viedma Glacier cruise and hike, still debating whether to do the self-directed tourist shuffle or a private tour on Moreno after reading
this compare/contrast analysis. Did you book Viedma in advance or after arriving?
All this talk about lousy internet connections has got me pretty excited. I'm overdue for that kind of solitude.
Any surprises or off-the-beaten-track sights (or full-day hikes, or restaurants, etc) I should look for?
I agree with many of the comments in the comparison. Some additional comments.
Both boat rides took me close to the glaciers, and would travel their lengths, slowing down at several spots. All allowing for great photo ops from different angles. Use your widest angles, with highest shutter speeds to combat the boats' movements. If your camera has panoramic mode, become familiar with it will let you cover the glaciers entire width. The bigger Moreno boat was jam packed with regular (and inconsiderate) tourists taking selfies, and ruining many of my shots. The smaller Viedma boat only had trekkers, who were by far more considerate in not getting in the way of other photogs.
Losing my connection, will continue later.