Boat Tours in Buenos Aires: 10 Weighed Up on Cost and Hours

1.Puerto Madero Sunset Cruise with Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 439 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $39Our pick

Meet at Cecilia Grierson 400 for a relaxed Puerto Madero boat ride with beer, cocktails, aperitifs, music, and city views. Choose a two-hour option with an extra hour at the dock, or board later for one hour on the water. Expect an informal outing, not a guided history tour. Bring a jacket and arrive early for seating.

“It was a great experience. Enjoyed the ride and the free drinks. Waiter very attentive.”

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2.Tigre: River Delta Panoramic Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 294 reviews · 1 hour · from $18Best value

Board at Tigre’s Fluvial Station for a one-hour panoramic cruise through the Luján, Carapachay, Angostura, Sarmiento, and Espera rivers. An audio guide in English, Spanish, and Portuguese explains island life, while the open deck gives you broad views of homes, schools, churches, and the Delta Tierra reserve.

“Me encanto El Tigre y el navego en el rio..las explicasiones muy buenas”

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3.Puerto Madero to Tigre Round Trip Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 190 reviews · 1 day · from $58

You’ll cruise from Puerto Madero to Tigre for about 110 minutes each way, with an audio guide in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. Watch Buenos Aires fade into the Paraná Delta, then spend about four hours in Tigre for lunch, parks, museums, and riverfront walks. The round trip costs $58 and returns at 4:00 p.m.

“This was an enjoyable day trip for the 4 of us. Boat was comfortable with bathrooms just ok. On time service both ways. Contrary to other reviews, we thought the HoHo bus was nice. Had an enjoyable lunch in Tigre.”

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4.Boat Trip to Tigre with Puerto de Frutos

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 100 reviews · 4h 30m · from $83

Travel from Puerto Madero to Tigre by modern boat, following the La Plata River and Paraná Delta. An English, Spanish, or Portuguese guide explains the sights, then a bus tour covers Paseo Victoria, Tigre Art Museum, and the casino. You get free time at Puerto de Frutos before returning by bus to central Buenos Aires.

“Very enjoyable trip the bilingual guide was extremely knowlegeable / helpful, would recommend.”

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5.Tigre Speedboat – The Delta s Captain – CITYSAILING TIGRE

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $150Top rated

Join Captain Agustin for a private three-hour speedboat trip through the Tigre Delta. From Tigre, you’ll cruise the Rio de la Plata and quieter canals, pass canalside homes, hear tales of pirates and Argentine oligarchs, and return to Luis García 650 around 7:30 pm.

“Este tour es muy especial y exclusivo, lo lleva a uno a pasear por todo el delta, muy bonito un lugar espectacular lleno de historia imprescindible de realizar, super recomendado”

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6.Tigre Delta: Half-Day Tour and Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 50 reviews · 4 hours · from $56

Leave central Buenos Aires for San Isidro’s cathedral and old mansions, then board a catamaran in Tigre for a 40-minute ride past stilt houses, island life, water taxis, and President Sarmiento’s home museum. An English, Spanish, or Portuguese-speaking guide leads the outing, with central hotel pickup and city-center drop-off.

“The guide was very knowledgeable and the trip was just the right length. I really enjoyed it!”

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7.Sailing with Wine Tasting in Buenos Aires

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $365

Meet Santiago and his crew at Club Náutico San Isidro for a private afternoon sail on the Río de la Plata. Taste handpicked Argentine wines with a sommelier, enjoy artisanal cheese, meats, and empanadas, and return after sunset. The four-hour outing is best suited to adults who want a relaxed break from city sightseeing.

“Great trip out of the city. Explored tigre deltas and they explained history of the area. Saw 100’s of kite surfers which I thought was fun to watch. Nice selection of wines and cheese/meat cuts. Overall a very relaxing day on the water.”

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8.Transfer Buenos Aires Downtown Hotel to Domestic (AEP) or Cruise Terminal

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 45 reviews · 15 to 30 minutes (approx.)

Book a private, door-to-door ride for up to two people from a downtown Buenos Aires hotel to Aeroparque Jorge Newbery or the cruise terminal. Drivers speak Spanish, help with luggage, and operate around the clock. Most rides take 15 to 30 minutes, though traffic can affect the trip.

“The driver was on time and very professional. Suggest to verify your destination with the driver when you have been picked up.”

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9.Transfer Buenos Aires Domestic (AEP) or Cruise Terminal to Downtown Hotel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 40 reviews · 15 to 30 minutes (approx.)

Arrange a private ride from Buenos Aires Aeroparque Jorge Newbery or the cruise terminal to a downtown hotel. A Spanish-speaking driver meets you, helps with bags, and provides direct door-to-door service. The trip usually takes 15 to 30 minutes, and drivers such as Eduardo, Daniel, and Pedro have been praised for being punctual and helpful.

“During my recent stay in Buenos Aires, I used the service several times. My experience was always 100% positive. The driver was always on time and the delight to interact with. On my last ride from my downtown hotel to the international airport, the driver went above above and beyond. I had two heavy suitcases, and when we arrived at the airport, there were no luggage carts around. He pulled over, picked up my suitcases, and walked me into the terminal to the check-in line, where carts were available. I would not hesitate to recommend the service to anyone.”

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10.Buenos Aires City Tour with Pickup at Cruise Port

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $300

Spend 7 to 8 hours seeing Buenos Aires with a bilingual guide and driver, from Recoleta Cemetery and Plaza de Mayo to La Boca and San Telmo. Your luggage stays in the vehicle while you explore, making this a practical port-to-airport tour. Guides such as Pablo, Paula, Patrick, and Gisela have led past departures.

“Fantastic, comprehensive overview of Buenos Aires. Pablo is pleasant, knowledgeable and accommodating. We learned so much about the city in just one day! Highly recommend.”

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