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Estancia Cristina Trekking
Estancia Cristina Trekking
Estancia Cristina Trekking
Estancia Cristina Trekking
Estancia Cristina Trekking
Estancia Cristina Trekking

Estancia Cristina Trekking

Summary
El Calafate
January, February, March, April, October, November, December
8 hours
Easy

This unforgettable experience begins with a navigation from Puerto Punta Bandera to Estancia Cristina, passing by the western front of Glaciar Upsala. Upon arrival, a 9.5 km mountain route in 4x4 vehicles takes visitors to the Refugio de Hielos Continentales. From there, a 20-minute hike leads to Mirador del Upsala, offering spectacular views of the glacier's eastern front, Lago Guillermo, and Cerros Don Bosco and Murallón.

The trek continues downhill to Cañadón de los Fósiles, where marine fossils exposed by glacial action can be observed, followed by flat terrain through grasslands, forests and lagoons. The excursion concludes at the estancia's dock to board the return to Puerto Punta Bandera (arrival approx. 20:00). A box lunch is included during the tour.

Important note:
This excursion requires excellent physical condition and proper trekking gear due to challenging, uneven terrain. The coordinator may exclude participants who don't meet these requirements or lack appropriate equipment.