The 4 Estancia Days in El Calafate That Earn Their Price

1.Estancia Cristina Mirador del Glaciar Upsala

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 122 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $285Our pick

Review of Estancia Cristina’s Upsala Glacier tour from El Calafate, with boat views, icebergs, ranch history, 4x4 rides, costs, and tips.

“Fantastic tour. Views were amazing, guide was fantastic. Tour went like clockwork. Snacks offered on boat to and from ranch, but will either need to bring your own lunch or pay for lunch at ranch. Lunch is huge and two people can share. Pick-up/drop off from hotel included. Is FULL DAY--pick up before 8 AM and drop off was at about 9 PM so plan accordingly. A must-do.”

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2.Estancia 25 de Mayo Tour with Dinner & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 52 reviews · 5 hours · from $109Best value

Review of Estancia 25 de Mayo near El Calafate, with sheep herding, lamb dinner, folkloric music, transfers, tips, and honest value advice.

“Très bonne activité d’un point de vue culturel. La Estancia est magnifique. Beaucoup d’histoires, d’anecdotes et d’explications sur leur manière de vivre et de fonctionner sont abordées. Le personnel est très sympathique. Toutes les activités liées à l’élevage du mouton nous sont montrées. Un vrai enrichissement et une vraie découverte culturelle. Le repas en revanche n’est pas le meilleur que nous ayons pu tester en Patagonie. Un peu déçu de la qualité des viandes proposées. Le spectacle de danse quant à lui est super. Les danseurs et musiciens ont su mettre une bonne ambiance et inciter les gens à participer. Nous recommandons cette activité.”

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3.Patagonian Ranch: Nibepo Aike Adventure with Horseback Riding

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 25 reviews · 1 day (approx.) · from $183

Ride horses through Patagonia at historic Nibepo Aike ranch, with Andes views, lamb asado, rural traditions, and hotel transport from El Calafate.

“A bit of a disappointing day, considering what is available in the area. Very uncomfortable 90 minute drive to and from the ranch, and more of a day suited for small children than adult couples. The staff work very hard and welcoming - and the meal was well prepared.”

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4.Nibepo Aike Ranch with Horseback Riding

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 17 reviews · 7 hours · from $175

Ride with gauchos at Nibepo Aike Ranch, enjoy Andes views, learn ranch traditions, and share a Patagonian lamb asado near El Calafate.

“Me encanto ! Fue una gran experiencia: paisajes hermosos, ambiente agradable y hospitalario, comida deliciosa, muy interesante la interacción con animales de la estancia y un espectacular paseo a caballo. Altamente recomendado”

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