Estancia Cristina
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.
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