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Estancia Cristina - Discovery Full-day Program
Estancia Cristina - Discovery Full-day Program
$285.00
Having set sail from Punta Bandera harbor at 9AM, we will glide over the waters of Lake Argentino’s Northern Arm to reach the furthest possible point of navigation in the Upsala Channel, where we can enjoy an incredible panoramic view of the Upsala Glacier’s immense front. Then, having disembarked at the shores close to Estancia Cristina, the Discovery group are welcomed by our specialized driver-guides who will help them into their 4×4 vehicles, ready to head off into the wilderness.
Our sturdy 4WDs will then venture up into the Feruglio Mountains, a 9.5km ride which offers great views of our surroundings and takes us ultimately to an elevated area where the cars will be parked. Once there, we’ll begin a 20-minute trek over terrain characterized by glacial erosion, until reaching the Upsala Glacier Lookout; an exclusive vantage point for visitors to appreciate this immense glacier that can only be accessed from Estancia Cristina.
There will be plenty of time here to enjoy views of Lake Guillermo and the eastern side of the Upsala Glacier, as well as the Southern Patagonian Ice Field. Afterwards, the groups will head back to the lodge in our 4×4 vehicles, for a well-deserved rest and break for lunch (approx. 1 hour). Later on, having returned from the trek, we will visit the Costumbrista Museum, housed in the estancia’s old shearing shed where guests can learn all about the history of the Masters family: their lives, adventures and how they became pioneers in Patagonia. Finally, a guided tour will take visitors around Estancia Cristina’s estate – up to the Caterina River, the waterwheel, chapel and the rest of the lodge.
The excursion begins at Punta Banderas Port, located 47kms from the city of Calafate.
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Almost all of our tours are done in small groups. All of them have english speaking guides.
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• Minimum age: no restriction
• Maximum age: 85 years.
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No returns or refunds will be made.
If it can be rescheduled subject to availability or leave as a credit to apply to a future
reservation.
Any cancellation/rescheduling generated by a situation associated with a pandemic already
either due to border closures, cancellation of flights related to it, or restrictions applied by
Competent authorities may reschedule the activity without penalty or rate adjustment. If a
passenger, in particular, could not travel due to being medically affected by the pandemic, he must process the corresponding reimbursements with your travel insurance.
After booking and finalizing payment, you will receive a confirmation for your purchase. Then, in less than 24 hours, you will receive the voucher that you can use to take the excursions.
If the reservation is for the next day, we will be attentive and we will send you the voucher before your excursion begins.
Lunch is not included.
Lunch at Estancia Cristina is optional and can be requested when reserving the excursion. If bringing your own lunch, the estancia also offers a cafeteria service.
Includes:
• Appetizer (two meat or corn empanadas)
• Main course (lamb stew with grilled vegetables or pasta with mushroom pesto and sundried tomatoes)
• Dessert (flan/cake).
• One soft drink or glass of wine per person + coffee or tea.
Vegetarian/Celiac options are also available.
The excursion begins at Punta Banderas Port, located 47kms from the city of Calafate. Estancia Cristina offers a regular transfer service to the Port from Calafate – departing from city hotels from 7:30 am. with an additional cost of US $ 38 per person, otherwise guests can organize their own transfers (maximum show-up time at the port 8:45 am).