El Calafate Balcony ATV Trip
Description
At the scheduled time, we'll collect you from your hotel and begin our ATV trip through the Huyliche mountain range to the balconies of El Calafate. Having driven up to 1,100 metres above sea level, we'll enjoy spectacular views over the Andes Mountains, the Southern Patagonian Ice Field, the steppe and Lake Argentino.
After this photo stop at Cerro Huyliche, we'll begin a short hike down to the El Calafate Balconies. Here, we'll enjoy an informational talk to learn more about the geography and geology of Cerro Fitz Roy, Lake Argentino, the Perito Moreno Glacier and more of the region's natural wonders.
We'll then head back down the mountain in the 4x4 vehicle and visit Estancia Huyliche, a cattle ranch that dates back to the 1920s. After learning all about its history, we'll have a well-earned break for lunch or a snack, depending on whether you've booked the morning or afternoon tour.
Lunch and dinner include a meat empanada, beef casserole, chocolate brownie, mineral water, juice and a class of Santa Julia Malbec red wine. You'll have the option to upgrade to a Premium wine if you want. The snack includes coffee, tea and juice with homemade cake, scones and pastries. Also available is a gluten-free option, which consists of a pumpkin soup, lentil stew and brownie, as well as a vegetarian option, which includes an empanada, vegetable stew and brownie.
Finally, after 4 hours of exploring, we'll head back to El Calafate, where you'll be dropped off at your hotel.
Pickup
We'll collect you from your hotel in El Calafate at the following times:
- April - September: 11 am (with lunch) or at 3 pm (with a snack)
- October - March: 10 am (with lunch) or at 3 pm (with a snack) or at 6 pm (with dinner)
More Information
Duration
4 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop–off
Transport by 4x4
English–speaking guide
Lunch or dinner (depending on chosen time)
Not included
Premium wine upgrade
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Ticket
You don’t need to print any tickets or receipts for this activity. The organizer will have a list with the people who have signed up, so all you have to do is give your name.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
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Patagonia Extrema
Corporate name: PATAGONIA EXTREMA S.A.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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