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Visit Estancia Cristina – Patagonian Homestead
Activity Schedule
Key Highlights
- A tantalizing taste of rural life in Patagonia
- Delicious home-cooked lunch or dinner
- Expert English and Spanish- speaking guides
- Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off
Overview
On this action-packed half-day tour, you will get the chance to observe well-trained ‘kelpie’ dogs herding the flock, watch sheep being skilfully sheared and wool being baled ready for market.
You will also have a chance to trek through the estate to visit an ancient Indian site and a nature reserve with a rich variety of birds.
Farm food is famous for being wholesome and filling and meals served up at Estancia Cristina are no exception! Depending on the time of your visit you will be treated to a slap-up lunch or dinner as appropriate.
Note: This tour operates from 1 October to 31 March.
Itinerary
Once you have been picked up at your hotel you will be able to enjoy the views of the Patagonian Steppe (Desert) and Argentine Lake as we make our way to the port of Calafate.
We will sail among icebergs and stunning Patagonian scenery aboard a luxurious and modern boat. It is on this journey that we will have the opportunity to see the western front of the Upsala glacier which is the second longest glacier in South America. The journey continues through the Cristina Canal and ending at Estancia Cristina just before noon.
While here you have the option to taste the unique regional cuisine of Estancia such as the traditional Patagonian lamb (not included in the price).
After your free time we will take a guided walk up to Caterina River, a popular fishing spot for typical Patagonian trout. The tour will follow to the local Chapel, around the Estancia and the historical Gaucho museum.
After spending the afternoon discovering the beauty of the Estancia, we will return to Punta Bandera by boat and then back to Calafate.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Scenic Boat Ride to the Estancia among icebergs and close to Upsala glacier
- Guided Visit of the Museum of the Estancia
- National Park Admission
- Bilingual guide (English and Spanish)
- Traditional Patagonian lunch
Exclusions
- Beverages
Additional info
Cities Near El Calafate (Perito Moreno and Upsala glaciers)
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