Estancia Cristina – Argentina
If you seek remoteness and spellbinding views with a good dose of luxury, then Estancia Cristina will be beyond your wildest imagination. Set in a glacier valley in the pristine Parque Nacional Los Glaciares, you could be in another world entirely. Here, you have unparalleled access to the sprawling steppes and towering peaks of Patagonia – dominated by the mighty Cerro Norte, as well as the only land-based lookout point over the Upsala glacier and the Mariano Moreno mountain range. Intimate and welcoming, the estancia offers cosy home comforts, exceptional food, adventurous daily excursions and a very warm welcome.
At A Glance
Luxury Lodge
Why We Love It:
For its warm hospitality and décor – it’s such a welcoming lodge to come home to after a day's hiking.Style:
Homestead chic.Location:
Sits within the bay of Lago Argentino in Los Glaciares National Park in the far south of the country, between 2 peninsula’s – which means it’s nice and sheltered from the elements. From the airport in El Calafate, it’s a 30 minute drive to Punta Bandera, followed by a three hour scenic boat ride.Rooms:
Five casas, each with four private suites with majestic views of the steppes and mountains.Children:
Families are very welcome, although there are no specific facilities for young children.Accessibility:
Access and terrain make the lodge unsuitable for guests with mobility issues.Price:
Available on request.rooms
The five casas are orientated towards the far peaks of the national park. Each one has four private suites, which are spacious and cosy, and feature large picture windows. It’s possible to book an entire casa, and cots are available for babies.
food
The cuisine at Estancia Cristina has gained a tremendous reputation far and wide. Meals are hearty and delicious, with extensive breakfasts, buffet lunches and a fixed dinner menu with 4 or 5 choices per course including large ribeye steaks, lamb barbecues and salads (with leaves grown on site). Guests are sent on treks and rides with exceptional packed lunches, whilst the wine list is packed full of carefully selected Argentinian classics.
activities
All activities are included in your stay, and all are designed to make the most of your spectacular surroundings. Close by, are trails that you can take at your own leisure. Each day brings new excursions, from horse riding to 4×4 explorations, from fishing and boat trips amongst icebergs, to trekking to remote refuges amongst the peaks.
family
For families with older children who love adventure, Estancia Cristina offers the perfect combination.
sustainability
With a location in such a pristine environment comes responsibility. The estancia has a number of initiatives in place to minimise its impact on the area, from solar power to energy saving, resources and waste management, and ensuring that produce is sourced locally. The team also works closely with the National Park authorities in monitoring wildlife and maintaining trails and habitats.
Location
Estancia Cristina
Sits within the bay of Lago Argentino in Los Glaciares National Park in the far south of the country, between 2 peninsula’s – which means it’s nice and sheltered from the elements. From the airport in El Calafate, it’s a 30 minute drive to Punta Bandera, followed by a three hour scenic boat ride.
