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Estancia Cristina Classic Glacier Cruise
Estancia Cristina Classic Glacier Cruise
Estancia Cristina Classic Glacier Cruise
Aerial view of a glacier descending into the ocean

Estancia Cristina Classic Glacier Cruise

By Tangol
4.5 out of 5
Features
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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, Argentina

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Hotel Pickup
    • El Calafate, Argentina

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedPick-up/drop-off at Punta Bandera Harbour or centrally located Calafate hotels
  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese
  • What's includedWhat's includedLunch
  • What's includedWhat's includedGlacier sighting
  • What's includedWhat's includedEntrance to the National Park
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedExtras not mentioned in the itinerary
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPersonal expenses

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 excurtion, the fee can not be purchased at the port

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.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures
  • High-touch surfaces cleaned and disinfected
  • Vehicles and venues cleaned with disinfectants
  • Vehicles and venues kept vacant between travellers
Social distancing
  • Contactless ticket redemption
  • Social distancing measures in place
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Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESEstancia Cristina
    • Av. del Libertador Gral. San Martín 1037
    • El Calafate, Argentina

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEHotel Pickup
    • El Calafate, Argentina