Argentina · ESTANCIA & GAUCHO DAYS IN EL CALAFATE
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 8 estancia & gaucho days in El Calafate worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict, and the one thing to check before you commit.
All-day boat cruise on Lago Argentino to Estancia Cristina, plus a land adventure to Upsala Glacier or Los Perros Waterfall.
“For the time and money I spent, this tour is definitely not worth it. There is nothing wrong with the tour. It is just normal and boring, nothing special or spectacular.”
Sheep herding and live shearing near El Calafate, then Patagonian lamb dinner with a folkloric show, plus hotel transfer.
“De lo mejor. Fue una experiencia en la que explicaron muy detalladamente la faena con ovejas, desde cómo arrearlas con un perro, cómo clasificarlas, ver cómo esquilan una oveja y el proceso de hacer un hilo de lana. Degustar comida típica argentina y tomar café de carretera hasta disfrutar un baile típico con una excelente cena de cordero. Fue fabuloso”
Full-day Estancia Cristina trip from El Calafate with a Lake Argentino boat ride, Upsala views, guided hike, museum stops, and lunch.
“I’ll preface this review by saying that the previous day we toured Perito Mareno Glacier, with the tour arranged by the same agency, and it was spectacular. This tour was a big let down. Also let me say we’ve toured the world and have seen many mountains and lakes before, and I’ve skied on glaciers.”
Spend 4 hours at Estancia 25 de Mayo near El Calafate with ranch demos, Patagonian wine tasting, and a folk-dance dinner.
“Went with 14 college students and professors.They did an excellent job describing like on a ranch. Students loved it. The diner and show was exceptional.”
Spend 5 hours at Estancia 25 de Mayo near El Calafate, with tastings, herding and shearing demos, and a friendly dinner show.
“Depuis la prise en charge et tout le reste de l'excursion nous avons un excellent moment. Le tour est très bien organisé et les découvertes intéressantes. Nous nous sommes régalés avec les différentes dégustations ainsi que le repas. Le clou de la soirée a été le spectacle très convivial.”
Half-day estancia experience in El Calafate with guided ranch tour, horseback riding, and a hearty Argentinian dinner plus dessert.
“Great experience and food. Also we could know the history of Patagonia in detail, which is very interesting.”
Glide past icebergs on Lago Argentino, hike to the Caterina River and chapel at Estancia Cristina, and visit a shearing- shed museum in one long day.
10-hour Estancia Cristina adventure from El Calafate: boat among icebergs to Upsala, scenic trek to waterfalls, guided return transfers.
Sorted by what you would actually do with the day.
