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5-Day Adventure at El Calafate: Big Ice Trek & Cristina Discovery

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5-Day Adventure at El Calafate: Big Ice Trek & Cristina Discovery

About this activity

Get to know the world of the glaciers from a privileged place, by performing unique excursions.

Go trekking on the Perito Moreno Glacier and then discover the magnificent Estancia Cristina and its surrounding.

Choose between a 3 or 4-star hotel accommodation, breakfasts included.

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At a glance

Duration
5 days
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 30 people
People per booking
1–3
Guide
English, Spanish
Operated by
Tangol

Ages: Adults (18–50 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Round-trip transfers from/to the airport
  • Included: Local guides
  • Included: 24-hours assistance available on destiny
  • Included: 4 nights accommodation in Standard room at 3 or 4-Star hotels, according to the selected option
  • Included: All activities detailed on the itinerary and all the necessary equipment
  • Included: Breakfast

Not included

  • Not included: Airfares
  • Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Not included: Entrance fee to Los Glaciares National Park. (Must be paid in cash in Argentine pesos)

Itinerary

Day 1 · El Calafate Arrival

  1. El Calafate

    Passing by

    According to your flight itinerary, you will be picked up at the airport, and transferred to your selected hotel. After check in, enjoy the rest of the day as you please.

4 nights accommodation in Standard room

Day 2 · Big Ice Trekking

  1. Perito Moreno Glacier

    8 hours Admission not included

    This full day excursion will take you to the heart of the glacier, fully equipped and accompanied by certified and bilingual guides who will take you to the blue lagoons, and the hidden viewpoints during a 4 hours trekking on the ice.

    The excursion includes a 20-minute navigation to the Perito Moreno glacier and a long ice trek to discover every corner of the glacier.

  2. Pasarelas Perito Moreno

    30 min Admission not included

    You will have access to the glacier balconies for 30 minutes to get the best views and scenery of the National Park before you go for adventure!

4 nights accommodation in Standard room

Day 3 · Free Day

  1. El Calafate

    Passing by

    Free Day to enjoy Calafate as you please.

4 nights accommodation in Standard room

Day 4 · Estancia Cristina Discovery

  1. Lago Argentino

    3 hours Admission included

    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.

  2. Stop 2

    5 hours Admission included

    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.

  3. Upsala Expediciones

    30 min

    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.

  4. Stop 4

    2 hours

    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.

  5. El Calafate

    3 min

    You will come back to El Calafate by the same way you took in the morning.

4 nights accommodation in Standard room

Day 5 · El Calafate Departure

  1. Stop 1

    Passing by

    Your driver will pick you up at your hotel and take you to the departure Airport to board your return flight.

    End of services

4 nights accommodation in Standard room

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • El Calafate

According to your flight itinerary, a driver will be waiting for you at the airport, holding a sign with your name, to safely take you to your hotel.

Using your ticket

We suggest you to confirm the booking details with us prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.

OFFICE NUMBER: (+54 11) 11 3221 8400 (Mon to Fri from 9 to 18 Hs)

EMERGENCY MOBILE: (+54 911) 4991-4035 (After office hours)

If you have any question, do not hesitate to contact us!

Cancellation

Free cancellation

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

If you cancel You get back
At least 3 days before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

  • It is recommended you pack comfortable clothes and walking shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses and a reusable water bottle

  • Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase (33 lb) and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable

  • Minimum age for Big Ice trek is 18 years; maximum age is 50 years

  • IMPORTANT: Rates not valid for special dates such as Christmas, New Year´s Eve, Carnival, Easter, National and International Holidays

Options

  • 3-Stars Hotel

    El Calafate Adventure travel package with accommodation in Standard room at 3 Stars hotel

    Pickup included

  • 4-Stars Hotel

    Travel package with accommodation in a Standard room at 4 Stars hotel

    Pickup included

Traveller ratings

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