The Estancia 25 de Mayo is one of the most recognized in El Calafate, with 17,000 hectares of extension bordering Chile and Lago Argentino. This excursion allows the visitor to get to know the Patagonian tradition, the rural life, the origin of the estancias of Santa Cruz and its history.
You can choose between several half-day experiences, in the afternoon, with the opportunity to enjoy a typical Patagonian dinner-show with delicious options of meats, lamb, Creole empanadas, and vegetarian dishes.
The establishment offers tours along the "Arroyo El Calafate trail, walks through theorganic garden, sheep herding with a shearing demonstration and a live folklore show. Transfers from the center of El Calafate to the Estancia and back are fully included.
Come discover Estancia 25 de Mayo!
Noon
Every day
Country Afternoon with Dinner Show
Until March 31st: Pick-up 5:30 PM
From April onwards: Pick-up 4:30 PM
Country Afternoon without Dinner
Until March 31st: Pick-up 5:30 PM
From April onwards: Pick-up 4:30 PM
Dinner Show at El Quincho
Until March 31st: Pick-up 8:30 PM
From April onwards: Pick-up 7:30 PM
Country Afternoon with Dinner Show
Until March 31st: Drop-off 10:30 PM
From April onwards: Drop-off 9:30 PM
Country Afternoon without Dinner
Until March 31st: Drop-off 8:15 PM
From April onwards: Drop-off 7:15 PM
Dinner Show at El Quincho
Until March 31st: Drop-off 10:30 PM
From April onwards: Drop-off 9:30 PM
About this tour
Experience Options at Estancia 25 de Mayo
1. Country Afternoon with Dinner Show
Enjoy a complete experience that combines nature, rural traditions, and Patagonian cuisine:
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Reception: Welcome with mate, fried cakes, and roadside coffee.
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Rural Demonstrations: sheep herding with dogs and a display of Shearing.
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Cultural and Nature Tour: Visit the Old Shearing Shed and walk along the Arroyo Calafate trail with flora interpretation. Tasting of confit lamb accompanied by mulled wine at the viewpoint.
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Local Traditions: Tour of the organic garden and the estancia`s first buildings. Local artisan weavers demonstrate the artisanal spinning and weaving process.
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Audiovisual Projection: recognition of the pioneering families of the region.
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Dinner Show: folkloric show with local artists, covering the country`s typical dances, accompanied by a full dinner at the El Quincho Restaurant (glass welcome, starter, main course and dessert).
2. Country Afternoon without Dinner
An ideal alternative for those looking for a rural and cultural experience without dinner included:
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Reception: Welcome with mate, fried cakes, and coffee from the road.
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Rural Demonstrations: sheep herding with dogs and shearing exhibition.
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Cultural Visit: tour of the Old Shearing Shed.
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Nature: walk along the Arroyo Calafate trail with flora interpretation, accompanied by a tasting of candied lamb and mulled wine at the viewpoint.
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Local traditions: tour of the organic garden and the estancia`s first buildings. Presentation by local artisans on the artisanal spinning and weaving process.
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Audiovisual screening: recognition of the region`s pioneering families.
3. Dinner Show at El Quincho
A gastronomic and cultural experience in the heart of the estancia:
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Reception at the restaurant El Quincho.
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Audiovisual screening: tribute to pioneer families.
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Folkloric Show: presentation of local artists with a tour of typical Argentine dances.
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Full dinner: welcome drink, starter, main course, and dessert.
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What's included
- - Dinner (depending on the option chosen)
- - Pick-up/drop-off at centrally located hotels in El Calafate
- - Expert guide in English and Spanish
- - Tours of the Estancia (depending on the option chosen)
Not included
- - Drinks
- - Horseback riding not included
Rates
From
ARS 112,500
Country Afternoon With Dinner
From
ARS 210,000
Group service includes:
• Pick-up/drop-off at downtown hotels in El Calafate
• Guided in Spanish or English
• Welcome drink
• Tours detailed in the itinerary.
• Dinner at “El Quincho” Restaurant
Starts 16:30
5 hours
Español, English
Operates: Every day
Country Afternoon Without Dinner
From
ARS 120,000
Group service includes:
• Pick-up / drop-off in central hotels in El Calafate
• Welcome drink
• Guided tour in Spanish or English
• Detailed tours in the itinerary.
Starts 16:30
3 hours
Español, English
Operates: Every day
Show And Dinner
From
ARS 112,500
Includes group service:
- Pick-up / drop-off in central hotels in El Calafate
- Folkloric Show
- Welcome drink.
- Dinner at "El Quincho" Restaurant
Starts 19:30
3 hours
Español, English
Operates: Every day
CANCELACION
Free Up To 7 Days Before