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Estancia Cristina

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Estancia Cristina is a friendly lodge in spectacular glacial Patagonian scenery, offering a variety of outdoor activities to explore.

With only snow-strewn mountains and ice fields for neighbours, historic Estancia Cristina was founded by an English pioneer in 1914. Today’s guests need not endure the hardships suffered by the estancia’s original sheep-rearing settlers: it’s now a comfortable ranch-style lodge and a fine base from which to explore this remote corner of Los Glaciares National Park.

Suites with bow windows are housed in five casas surrounding the main lodge with cosy living rooms and elegant furnishings. The estancia’s dramatic setting makes it a wonderful place to relax, eat well, stay warm and absorb the feeling of peace and isolation in this part of Patagonia. The building reflects the traditional style of ranches in Patagonia. For the exclusive use of guests, the beautiful and cosy Octagon building houses the restaurant, bar and lounge.

There are a number of activities to choose from: head out by jeep to see the stunning surroundings and visit a viewpoint where 360° views reveal a wonderland of glaciers, lakes, Andean peaks and Southern Patagonian ice cap. There are guided walks to lagoons and waterfalls nearby, or you can explore on horseback, or go fishing for salmon and trout.

What our clients say

We had a marvellous time, the welcome's we got at each airport was fantastic and everyone was helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. The people of Argentina are warm and friendly we…
MC Apr 2010
Highlight: Bariloche, panoramic view was unforgettable. I have never seen such a wonderful sight on any of our many holidays.
PJ, London Feb 2016
Highlights?: View from top of chairlift in Bariloche. Iguazu falls. Penguins in Ushuaia.
LS, West Wickham Mar 2018
Most Memorable Moment?: Impossible to say, as each element was so different from the rest. La Bamba certainly will leave an enduring memory. Just the way to chill out after…
AD, London Mar 2016
The weather was very kind to us and every glacier, view and the falls were stunningly beautiful. I loved being in the hotel at Bariloche sitting on the terrace overlooking…
LL, Bexley Jun 2013
Most Memorable Moment?: Difficult to pick out one part. Patagonia Camp was fantastic. However we found the scenery in Argentinian Patagonia stunning.
BS, Derby Feb 2016

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