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Cañadón de los Fósiles Expedition

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TREKKING details & inclusions: • Transfer to Harbor + Sailing the Northern Arm of the Argentino Lake (Icebergs watching and panoramic view of the Upsala Glacier) +  • 4x4 vehicle ride to Upsala Glacier Viewpoint  • 14-km trekking descending through the Cañadón de los Fósiles(approximately 4:30hsKEY CONSIDERATIONS • Minimum age: 12 years old. • This trekking is only suitable for individuals with a good physical condition.  • This is not recommended for people with vertebral column, hips, ankles and knees problems. • It is essential to have trekking shoes, preferably boots with ankle protection.
  • Professional guide
  • Round-trip shared transfer
  • Lunch box
  • Snack on board
  • Gratuities
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  • Estancia Cristina, El Calafate, Argentina
    Having set sail from Punta Bandera harbor at 9AM, we will glide over the waters of Lake Argentino’s Northern Arm to reach the furthest possible point of navigation in the Upsala Channel, where we can enjoy a panoramic view of the Upsala Glacier’s immense front. Then, having disembarked at the shores close to Estancia Cristina, the group is welcomed by our specialized driver-guides who will help them into their 4x4 vehicles, ready to head off into the wilderness. Our sturdy 4WDs will then venture up into the Feruglio Mountains, a 9.5km ride which offers great views of our surroundings and takes us ultimately to an elevated area where the cars will be parked. Once there, we’ll begin a 20-minute trek over terrain characterized by glacial erosion, until reaching the Upsala Glacier Lookout; an exclusive point for visitors to appreciate this glacier that can only be accessed from Estancia Cristina. There will be plenty of time here to enjoy views of Lake Guillermo and the eastern side of the Upsala Glacier, as well as the Southern Patagonian Ice Field, before beginning the 14km trek through Fossil Canyon. The fascinating Cañadón de los Fósiles, which is around 170 million years old, has been named so for its immense concentration of marine fossils. We can observe a kaleidoscope of colors across this terrain, the canyon’s walls rising beside us as we make a gradual descent until reaching a ravine at the edge of the valley. Along the way, we’ll stop and tuck into our box lunches, before leaving the canyon behind having explored it fully, then arriving back at the estancia and later onward to the port. Estancia Cristina offers an optional box lunch, please request it in advance. Please also let us know of any dietary requirements in advance.
    360 minutes
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum age is 12 years
  • May be operated by a bilingual guide
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    pierretourdumonde
    19 Feb 2025
    A very nice destination with a warm welcome and competent and friendly guides. Beautiful hikes, discovery of the glacier and remarkable food for a moment of high quality.
    ClaireShootsPhotos
    03 Feb 2025
    This was one of our favourite days in Patagonia which is really saying something! The tour transfer picked us up for a 30 minute ish drive to the boat. The boat then takes around 2 hours to cross lake Argentino to get to Estancia Cristina, passing and stopping to get close to icebergs along the way - we had a beautiful day and this part was just stunning. On arriving at the estancia we took a 4x4 to an incredible viewpoint of Upsala Glacier, before hiking 14km back to the Estancia through Canadon de los Fosiles. The hike was at a brisk pace in order to meet the boat at the other end - we hike lots at home and I did feel this was slightly faster than my usual comfortable pace, so just something to be aware of. It's not too challenging though and absolutely gorgeous. We were served a cold beer at the estancia before getting the boat back - a generous lunch was also included as well as snacks and tea/coffee on the boat, our national park access, & hiking poles. I'm gluten free which was also accommodated no problem. Thanks to Maurena our guide who was brilliant ????
    Patrice S
    29 Jan 2025
    Exceptional place. Once your there you just want to stay. Untuch and wild nature, beeathtaking landskape, premium service . Difficult to think of a better place.
    This tour in Argentina is organized by Viva Patagonia

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