Discover the local history, culture, traditions, and typical food of the Patagonian region at Estancia 25 de Mayo. See the driving of sheep with dogs and a sheep shearing demonstration, followed by a traditional lunch or dinner.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 4.5 - 5.5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Spanish
- Pickup included
- Pickup only at hotels located in the urban area: Apart Hotel El Jardín de los Presentes, Alto Calafate, Rochester Hotel Calafate, Hotel Bahía Redonda, Hotel El Mirador del Lago, Las Dunas, Posada Los Alamos, Hotel Kosten Aike, Calafate Hostel, Quijote Hotel, Lagos Del Calafate, Folk Hostel, Marcopolo Suites Calafate and Cyan Calafate Hotel. If you are staying outside the pickup route, you will be provided the closest meeting point available.
Experience
Highlights
- Learn about local history, culture, and traditions of the Patgonian region at Estancia 25 de Mayo
- Watch a sheep shearing demonstration
- Admire the views as you enjoy a traditional barbeque lunch or dinner
Full description
Start with a pickup from your hotel in El Calafate and travel to Estancia 25 de Mayo. Discover 17,000 hectares of beautiful, rugged Patagonian landscapes. Upon arrival, be welcomed and gather around a bonfire with mate (herbal tea) and tortas fritas (fried cakes). Meet your guide will give you an introduction to local culture, traditions, and activities in the region.
Walk through the estancia and see its main buildings and learn about their function. Learn how the gauchos (local cowboys) corral the large herds of sheep with their loyal dogs. Watch as the gaucho demonstrates some sheep shearing with scissors. Then, set off on a hike from the shearing shed towards the viewing platform overlooking the estancia, with fantastic views of the region.
Finally, walk back to the restaurant to enjoy a delicious traditional lunch or dinner, depending on the option selected. Take in the views of the surrounding hills as you savor barbequed lamb and a variety of salads and desserts. With the dinner option in the evening, the meal will be followed by a folk music show with traditional music performed by local artists.
Alternatively, if you would not like to do the tour, you can just opt to see the dinner show only by selecting the relevant option upon checkout.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from El Calafate
- Lunch or dinner (depending on option selected)
- Spanish and English-speaking tour guide
- Beverages
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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- Comfortable shoes
- Warm clothing
Know before you go
- Beverages are not included
- Activity subject to weather conditions