
Estancia Nibepo Aike
Nibepo Aike has been family-run for generations. Even the name Nibepo comes from combining the nicknames of the original founder's daughters, and the rich history and culture …
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The estancia for those who don't want to scrimp on comfort. With excellent food, flawless service and high quality refurbished buildings in which to relax, you can just sit back and enjoy the stunning scenery. Located in the heart of the Los Glaciares National Park and only accessible by boat, explore Patagonia both in style and as a true pioneer.
Estancia Cristina
3 room types available
4.7/5 from 3 reviews
1 night
My favorite boat ride to a glacier - Upsala. Beautiful ship, 5 star cuisine and service at the Estancia also. Very interesting icebergs on the way, very cool history, wonderful, engaging guides. The 4x4 trip was worth it to see the glacier. Read the full review
Travelled: October 2024
Cindy Stevens - USA
This estancia was amazing, the food world-class. Read the full review
Travelled: October 2024
Robert Stevens - USA
Estancia Cristina is lovely with great staff. Read the full review
Travelled: February 2024
Alain Andre - USA
Riding out on the boat to the estancia was breathtaking! To see some of the broken off pieces of glacier that were still so huge and navigate around them was so amazing! Read the full review
Travelled: October 2023
Tracy Neumann - USA
Riding out on the boat to the estancia was breathtaking! To see some of the broken off pieces of glacier that were still so huge and navigate around them was so amazing! Read the full review
Travelled: October 2023
Tracy Neumann - USA
Incredible! The service, food and location was spectacular. We went horse-back riding, hiked and went on a four wheeled drive up to the glacier. The guides and staff were terrific.
Travelled: December 2016
Kate -
Review:
Expedition to the Upsala Glacier
Fresh from the estancia kitchen
Explore Fossil Canyon
The boat that Cristina and her family built
The boat that Cristina and her family built taking 10 years is now beached on the shore of the lake by the Estancia. We took a walk down to the shore at sunset to shoot some photos of the historical boat which is a big part of the history of the estancia. Seeing the boat weathered and falling apart with the ice-capped mountains reminded me why I love Patagonia so much!
Danny Middleton Patagonia Specialist
Cruise past icebergs on Lake Argentino as you sail to the remote Estancia Cristina. Base yourself at this comfortable ranch while exploring the wilderness on foot, horseback or by 4x4. Hike to Cerro Carnero, ride to Laguna de la Pesca,…
Estancia Cristina is open from 15 October to 30 April.
Prices for double rooms are as follows:
All prices include transfer to/from Punta Bandera; sailing to Upsala Glacier; activities (4x4, hiking, horse riding, fishing) and meals.
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