Estancia Cristina Adventure: Icebergs, Trekking & Patagonian Lunch in El Calafate

$389
Duration
13 hours
Type
Difficaulty
Reviews
(3)
4.53 /5

About This Tour

The tour begins with a navigation through the icebergs, sailing right in front of the Upsala Channel, in a journey towards the Estancia Cristina. There, you will spend the rest of the day to learn its history and traditions, visit the Folkloric Museum, the Estancia's surroundings and find amazing wildlife. This tour includes lunch and transportation by an air-conditioned coach.

Activities
Accessibility
Language
Max People
10
Operator

Inclusions

  • Local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Navigation to/from the Estancia
  • Lunch
  • Food & drinks
  • Exclusions

    • Gratuities

    Tour Plan

    El Calafate
    At 7 AM, you will be picked up from your hotel in downtown El Calafate to begin the tour.

    El Cafalate - Bandera Port
    We will travel 45 kilometers along a route that will take you through the countryside, full of very picturesque wooden houses. Once we arrive at Puerto Bandera, on Lake Argentina, we will board a comfortable and modern catamaran, and at approximately 8:15 AM we will start sailing.

    El Calafate - Upsala Glacier
    During the navigation and through imposing icebergs, we will head towards the northern arm of Lake Argentino until we reach the last navigation point allowed in the Upsala Channel, where you will find impressive views of the Upsala Glacier. Then, we will continue sailing through the Cristina Channel to the disembarkation point at the estancia, arriving at 11:30 AM.

    El Calafate - Cristina Ranch
    Having disembarked at the shores close to Estancia Cristina, an expert guide will welcome you and take you on an exciting trek through the surrounding valley. The hike unfolds along an ecotone area, a beautiful, semi-arid place carpeted in native shrubs and grasses. Then, the walk will ascend to an elevated lookout point that bestows sweeping views of the valley beyond, over Lake Argentino and Lake Pearson across to the towering Andes Mountains. From here, we will continue on a path sloping gently uphill, surrounded nature, until you reach the highlight of this trek: Los Perros River Waterfall, also a fantastic spot for observing flowers and plant life especially orchids.Later on, having returned from the trek, you will enjoy a traditionnal lunch with drinks. We recommand you to taste the famous empanadas and the delicous patagonian lamb (one of the options) ! In the afternoon, you will visit the Folkloric Museum, located in what used to be an old shearing shed, where they will introduce the history of the Ranch. You will start a small and pleasant walk of about 30 minutes to visit the Caterina River and Chapel and then you will tour the historic town.

    Return to El Calafate
    Around 5.30pm, we will get back to the boat to begin the return to Punta Bandera port, then back to El Calafate. Arrival at the hotel will be at approximately 8 PM.

    Meeting / Pickup

    Meet on location or pick-up: Customers can come to our location or we can pick them up on request.

    Please Note

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
    • Warm clothing and walking shoes are recommended
    • Not stroller accessible
    • Not suitable for pets
    • No public transportation nearby
    • Infants must not sit on laps
    • Infant seats unavailable
    •  A small amount of walking is involved  
    • Not wheelchair accessible 
    • Warm clothing and walking shoes are recommended
    •  Children must be accompanied by an adult If you have any question, do not hesitate to contact us! Office number: (+54 11) 11 3221 8400 (Mon to Fri from 9 to 18 Hs) Emergency mobile: (+54 911) 4991-4035 (After office hours)
    • The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm you the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel.

    Cancellation Policy

    • We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 3 days or less before the event
    • We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 1000 days or less before the event

    Reviews

    4.53/5
    Wonderful
    3 verified reviews
    Location (4.33/5)
    Amenities (4.67/5)
    Services (4.67/5)
    Price (4.67/5)
    Rooms (4.33/5)

    3 Comments

    1. 4.2

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      From the moment we hopped on the boat, we were captivated by the icy beauty surrounding us. The trek offered a fantastic blend of stunning views and a chance to connect with nature, although the trails could have been better marked at times. Lunch at the estancia was delightful, providing a cozy atmosphere to relax and enjoy some hearty Patagonian fare before we ventured back to the docks.

    2. 4.8

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      Our day exploring the icebergs and trekking around Estancia Cristina was a fantastic adventure, with breathtaking views that surpassed our expectations.

    3. 4.6

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      Experiencing the vastness of icebergs while trekking through stunning landscapes was a highlight of my journey, and the lunch at the estancia truly felt like an authentic taste of the region. However, the long travel time did leave me a bit fatigued by the end of the day.

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