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A boat named 'Estancia Cristma' with passengers, floating near icebergs in a calm body of water with mountains in the background. 1
A two-story house with a green roof, surrounded by trees and a mountain in the background. 3
A person standing on rocks in front of a waterfall. 4
A large glacier with a prominent cave opening. 5
By Tangol

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Price is €347 per adult
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Features

  • 12h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • Scenic cruise near the Upsala & other stunning glaciers
    • Visit to historic Estancia Cristina ranch, founded in 1914
    • Take a guided hike to the Caterina River and chapel
    • Views of epic ice formations in Los Glaciares National Park
    • Chance to see Museo Costumbrista, a former shearing shed

Activity location

  • Estancia Cristina
    • Av. del Libertador Gral. San Martín 1037
    • El Calafate, ARG

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Hotel Pickup
    • El Calafate, ARG

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Estancia Cristina Classic Glacier Cruise

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English
  • Food and drinks
Language options: English
Starting time: 07:00
Price details
€307.36 x 1 Adult€307.36
Paid at activity€39.18
Total
Price is €346.54

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Pick-up/drop-off at Punta Bandera Harbour or centrally located Calafate hotels
  • Inclusions
    Professional guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese
  • Inclusions
    Lunch
  • Inclusions
    Glacier sighting
  • Exclusions
    Extras not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses
  • Exclusions
    Entrance to the National Park

Know before you book

    • You must be able to walk on uneven or unpaved terrain.
    • Hotel pickup is available from most centrally located El Calafate hotels. Please arrange pickup when you call to confirm your reservation. If your hotel is outside the pickup area, we will assign you the closest meeting point.
    • Please be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time.
    • You must have with you the National Park fee in your hands at the time of the excursion, the fee can not be purchased at the port
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • The tour commences promptly at 7:00 AM, with a scheduled pick-up of passengers from their hotels in the heart of Calafate. We'll embark on a scenic 45 km journey through the rural area, offering a glimpse of charming wooden houses along the route.

    Upon reaching Puerto de Punta Bandera on the stunning Lago Argentino, passengers will board a modern, comfortable boat at around 8:15 AM, setting sail to begin the captivating navigation.

    Amidst the icebergs, we'll navigate the north arm of the Argentine lake, eventually reaching the designated limit for navigation in the Upsala channel. Here, we'll marvel at the panoramic view of the Upsala Glacier's imposing front. Continuing through the Upsala channel, we'll disembark at the Cristina Ranch around 11:30 AM.

    At the Ranch, you'll visit the Museo Costumbrista, housed in a refurbished shearing shed, where you'll delve into the Ranch's fascinating history. A 30-minute stroll will lead us to the Caterina River and the Chapel, followed by an exploration of the Ranch's historic centre.

    After these visits, you'll have free time to savour lunch and explore the surroundings. Around 5:30 PM, we'll board the boat to commence our return journey to Punta Bandera Port. Disembarking at approximately 7:00 PM, passengers will be transported back to their hotels, bringing the enriching tour to a close.

Location

Activity location

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    Estancia Cristina
    • Av. del Libertador Gral. San Martín 1037
    • El Calafate, ARG

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Hotel Pickup
    • El Calafate, ARG