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Upsala Glacier Express Expedition

A thrilling half-day Patagonian adventure by boat to Estancia Cristina, with a museum visit and panoramic glacier views.

Why choose this excursion?

  • National Park ticket included
  • Upsala navigation experience
  • Museum & Patagonian lunch
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Overview

Join a thrilling half-day journey across the waters of Los Glaciares National Park. This express expedition takes you by boat through the majestic Upsala Arm and Canal Cristina, leading to the historic Estancia Cristina. There, you’ll explore the museum, enjoy a scenic lunch, and return to El Calafate with time to spare. Park admission and a light snack during navigation are included.

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itinerary

Your day begins directly at Puerto Punta Bandera, where you must arrive by 8:30 AM to check in for the expedition. At 9:00 AM, the navigation departs, taking you through the breathtaking Upsala Arm and Canal Cristina, surrounded by the dramatic Patagonian landscape.

During the journey, a light snack is served on board as you approach Estancia Cristina. Around 11:00 AM, you’ll disembark and be welcomed at the estancia, where you’ll have time to explore the museum and enjoy a relaxing lunch at the Quincho.

In the afternoon, you’ll begin the return by boat at 2:00 PM, arriving back at Puerto Punta Bandera around 4:30 PM. The full experience ends by 5:00 PM, giving you time to enjoy the rest of your evening.

Type: Estancia, Glaciers
Duration: Full Day
Cancellation Policy: 7 days before the date of your tour
Availability: Available from October to April on selected dates only.
Starting Time: 8:30 AM
Finishing Time: 4:30 PM
Pick Up: From Pier
Drop Off: To Pier
Language: English and Spanish
Minimum Booking: 1

What is Included

  • Access ticket to Los Glaciares National Park
  • Boat navigation through Upsala Arm and Canal Cristina
  • Light snack during navigation
  • Hotel transfers in El Calafate to Puerto Punta Bandera
  • Lunch at Estancia Cristina
  • Personal expenses

Optionals

There's no optionals available for this excursions. Let us know if you need anything on your booking.

Cancellation Policy

If for any reason, you decide to cancel the activity or excursion, the cancellation conditions specified in the product description or in the voucher will be valid.

In the event that the cancellation conditions in the product description do not differ, the provider of tourist services will charge you the following cancellation fees:

a. Up to 72 hours before the start of the activity: full refund (again we indicate that in certain specific cases the term may differ from this general policy)
b. After 72 hours before the start of the activity: no refund.

Faq

Yes, this attraction is available during Christmas and New Year.

No, this activity is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

There is no age restriction for this activity.

No, hotel transfers are not included but can be added during the booking process for an additional cost.

The boat departs from Puerto Punta Bandera at 9:00 AM. Guests must arrive by 8:30 AM.

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