The Glacier Warehouse - Estancia De La Patagonia
Duración: 6 Horas
Are you eager to experience the charm of the Patagonian countryside? Located just 20 kilometers from El Calafate, en route to the Perito Moreno Glacier, you'll find the Hostería y Estancia "The Glacier Shed" , nestled within a historic section of a Patagonian estancia. This area boasts three and a half kilometers of stunning coastline along Lake Argentino and a kilometer and a half by the banks of the Centinela River, offering a multitude of nature-immersive activities . Discover a unique way to experience Patagonia!
Embrace the countryside day , a perfect itinerary to enjoy Patagonia up close with nature . You'll be welcomed with a traditional reception at the historic Warehouse, dating back to 1912. Following this, you can explore the Estancia and delve into its rich history , discovering the surroundings and engaging in typical Patagonian activities: guided hikes to Lake Argentino , sheep herding using Kelpies dogs and horses , shearing demonstrations , Creole skills, and other authentic rural activities .
To conclude, savor the traditional Patagonian Grilled Lamb prepared specially for guests.
This tour comes highly recommended.
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Descripción del Tour:
Our journey begins with hotel pickups starting at 4:15 PM, as we make our way to the Estancia Galpon del Glacier. This Country Day offers the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of Patagonia while connecting with nature. We kick off the experience with a warm welcome featuring mate , chocolate, tea, and an array of traditional homemade treats in our historic warehouse, originally constructed in 1912.
Next, we guide you through the Estancia to explore its history, the site itself, and the quintessential activities of Patagonia: a guided walk to Lago Argentino through the "Nature Reserve ¨Laguna de los Pájaros" and Lago Argentino, where you'll find a trail designed for interpreting Patagonian flora and fauna and spotting over 40 species of migratory birds. Sheep herding with Kelpies dogs and horses, shearing demonstrations in the Galpon to delve into the wool production process in this region, along with other classic rural activities, are all part of our offering. .
Guided Tour and shearing demonstration in the vintage shed dating back to 1912: our guides will share insights into the wool industry, including exploitation, production, packaging, and transportation. Additionally, you'll witness a shearing demonstration conducted by our experienced shearer. Afterward, we head to the main area of the Estancia to savor a delectable traditional Patagonian dinner, accompanied by a mesmerizing tango and folklore performance by local artists.
As our evening concludes, we return to El Calafate at approximately 10:00 PM.
Lo que SI incluye:
* Pick-up from hotels. *Dinner. * Tour and activities in the estancia.
Lo que NO incluye:
*Drinks. * Horseback riding. * Optional activities. * Extras not mentioned in the itinerary.