Estancia Cristina Trekking

Boarding at Punta Bandera port, we will depart at 8:30 am towards Estancia Cristina, sailing among the most varied icebergs in a wonderful scenery admiring the west wall of the Upsala Glacier, until we disembark at the estancia.

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From the Estancia Cristina, we start a 9 and a half km ride in all terrain vehicles along mountain roads, marveling the landscape which was covered by glaciers until recently.

After arriving at the Refugio de Hielos Continentales, we start a 20 minute walk to the Mirador del Upsala (lookout point) with a spectacular view of the east wall of the Upsala Glacier, the Guillermo lake and the Don Bosco and Murallón mounts.

Then we start the trekking, descending constantly towards the Cañadón de los Fósiles, an area where we can find a great concentration of marine fossils which, due to the glacial erosion, are now exposed. The trekking continues downstream on almost flat terrain, going through grazing lands, woods and lagoons with reeds.

The trekking ends when we reach the pier at the Estancia Cristina to board a vessel to Punta Bandera port, arriving at around 7:00 pm.

NOTE:

For this tour it is required to be in good fit, as there will be treks on irregular terrains which demand physical effort. Those who choose this Activity must have this in mind. If the guide considers the person is not fit for the trek, or is not wearing the special clothing for trekking, they won’t be allowed to go on the tour

INCLUDED:

Transfers
Entrance to the National Park
Lunch box

National Park Entrance Fee, transfers to port and Box Lunch included

Hotels

4* | Rochester Hotel Calafate

The Rochester Hotel is nowadays a hotel chain, which is leader in innovation and guest satisfaction. With balance, it fuses the personality of independent hotels with its experience of more than 20 years in the hospitality industry. Located in the best scenery, with avant garde architecture, it offers unique sensorial experiences.

4* | Rochester Hotel Calafate

5* | Xelena Deluxe Suites

Comfort, hospitality and the latest technology combined in a heavenly place: on the shore of the Lago Argentino, surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty; one of the most beautiful landscapes in the Argentine Patagonia. Comfort and warmth in its style, are perfectly combined to enjoy it any time of the year.

5* | Xelena Deluxe Suites

4* Boutique | Esplendor del Calafate

The Esplendor El Calafate was born in the heart of the Argentine Patagonia. It is the first four star boutique hotel in the region, an avant garde investment for a locality that needed a space to match its amazing beauty. Located on a slope, with a panoramic view of the Lago Argentino, the city of El Calafate and the Andes chain.

4* Boutique | Esplendor del Calafate

Eolo – Lodge

EOLO is a unique place that embodies the spirit of the Patagonia: its aboriginal origin, the experiences of the first “criollo” and European inhabitants and those of adventurers from all over the world who still come to visit this legendary land. Those who visit us will live unique experiences and will carry lasting memories of their stay.

Eolo – Lodge

4* | Calafate Parque Hotel

Calafate Parque Hotel, located in the heart of the city of El Calafate, in a privileged natural landscape surrounded by forests and mountains, offers a cozy and ideal lodging for the rest of its guests. With a personalized attention, it has Spa services and an excellent gastronomic level with a great variety of regional meals.

4* | Calafate Parque Hotel

4* | Mirador del Lago

The Mirador del Lago Hotel, located in the city of El Calafate, Santa Cruz, is a few steps away from the commercial center, in front of the Redonda Bay, a wonderful scenery in the Argentinean Patagonia. It offers its guests an infrastructure with a lot of warmth and comfort, as well as a personalized attention.

4* | Mirador del Lago

Boutique | Los Ponchos Hotel

Los Ponchos Hotel Boutique, an excellent hotel in El Calafate with its own identity. Located only 2 km from the city downtown and 500 meters from Lago Argentino, offers its guests a unique landscape of mountains, forests and glaciers and a personalized, friendly and effective service, transforming the stay into an unforgettable experience.

Boutique | Los Ponchos Hotel

Packages

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