Estancia Cristina

Remote escape

Nature

Historic

A destination in itself, Estancia Cristina offers a unique opportunity to stay within Los Glaciares National Park. The lodge is the only property with a land-based look-out point to the Upsala Glacier. Estancia Cristina’s territory covers thousands of acres, featuring glaciers, mountains, lakes, rivers, refuges, trails, canyons, valleys, and forests.

This historic sheep ranch was founded by the Percival Masters family in 1914 on the northwestern shore of Lago Argentino. Nowadays, the lodge offers 20 rooms distributed in five Casas.

Accommodation

Guest Rooms
333 sq ft | 1 King bed OR 2 Twin beds* | 2-3 guests

Amenities

  • Octógono restaurant
  • Quincho
  • Bar
  • Lounge
  • Heritage Museum

In-room amenities:

  • Heater
  • Bathrobes & slippers
  • Hair dryer
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Activities

  • Sailing Argentino Lake
  • Upsala Glacier
  • 4×4 expeditions
  • Horseback riding
  • Trekking
  • Bird watching
  • Fishing
  • Cooking classes
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Notes:

The only way to get to Estancia Cristina is by boat. Estancia Cristina’s fleet includes an 82-foot catamaran for 189 passengers and a 68-foot catamaran for 63 passengers. Shared navigation with other passengers is included at set times for hotel guests. Navigation time is approximately 2 to 3 hours.

Day trips are available with departures and returns from Puerto Punta Bandera in El Calafate.

Rooms do not feature televisions or air conditioning, although air conditioning is not needed. Inclusions and amenities are subject to change without prior notice. Activities may come at an additional cost. Room sizes shown above are approximate.

*Rooms allow an additional bed