Estancia Cristina - Trekking

Price: From: $ 455.000,00
Location: El Calafate
Duration: Full day
Time of year: Spring - Summer
Difficulty: High

Estancia Cristina - Trekking

Upsala Trekking + 4×4

Experience the perfect combination of navigation, trekking, and 4×4 adventure to enjoy the majestic Upsala Glacier from unique perspectives.

 

📍 Detailed itinerary. Times are subject to change and variations.

07:30 hs | Pick-up from your accommodation. Transfer from El Calafate to Puerto Punta Bandera.

09:00 hs | Navigation through the North Arm of Lake Argentino. Head towards Canal Upsala, sailing among icebergs calving from the glacier. Access Canal Cristina to disembark at the Estancia.

11:30 hs | Arrival at the Estancia and start of the 4×4 Expedition. Ascend Cerro Feruglio via mountain roads to reach the only land-based viewpoint of the Upsala Glacier.

Begin trekking through a canyon, observing marine fossils exposed by glacial erosion.

| Lunch during the expedition. Enjoy a meal while exploring the area.

17:30 hs | Return to the Estancia and navigation back. Return by boat to Puerto Punta Bandera and transfer back to El Calafate.

19:30 hs | Arrival in El Calafate.

 

Includes

  • Round-trip transfers from your accommodation in El Calafate.
  • Professional bilingual guide (Spanish / English).
  • Lunchbox.

 

Does not include

  • Entry to Los Glaciares National Park (mandatory).
  • Other expenses outside the program.

 

Important information

  • Minimum age: 12 years. 
  • Only suitable for people in good physical condition (not recommended for those with back, hip, ankle, or knee issues) and with appropriate clothing. If the guide determines a participant is not qualified due to physical condition or attire, no claims or refunds will be accepted.
  • Cancellation and modification policies: please read them carefully by clicking here.
  • Contact us for updated schedules and prices.
  • We recommend wearing layered warm clothing, gloves, hat, sunscreen, and non-slip trekking shoes.
  • Prices correspond to the excursion with regular transfer included. For private transfers, contact us for a quote.

 

💳 Terms and means of payment

All bookings must be paid by bank transfer, bank deposit, credit or debit card. Credit and debit card payments will incur a 7% surcharge. Reservations are only accepted with 100% payment.

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