Estancia 25 de Mayo: Gaucho Experience at the Foot of Cerro Calafate

Connect with Patagonian tradition. The Estancia 25 de Mayo welcomes you at the foot of the majestic Calafate Hill for an authentic field experience.

Enjoy a sheep herding demonstration, walk beside the Calafate Stream until the ancient shearing shed, and visit the organic garden which supplies the restaurant on the property.

Option «"Afternoon in the Countryside + Dinner"»Roast lamb, empanadas, dessert and folk dance show live.

• About the tour

  Tour Itinerary Estancia 25 de Mayo

  Upon your arrival, you will be welcomed with mate and fried cakes, while you immerse yourself in the fascinating history of the ranch and its activities at the beginning of the 20th century.

  Pick-up by the hotel

  Arrival at the 25 de Mayo ranch

  Visit to the shearing shed

  Dinner and folkloric show

  Return to El Calafate

  Included in the Tour

  Sheep Herding Demonstration

  Experience Patagonian authenticity with a sheep herding demonstration, a typical activity that reflects the region's roots.

  Scenic Walk

  Explore the beautiful surroundings of the estancia along the serene Calafate Stream, reaching the old shearing shed and corrals. Here, you'll witness sheep shearing with scissors and visit the organic garden that supplies fresh vegetables to the estancia's barbecue area for dinner.

  Afternoon in the Countryside Option + Dinner (Optional)

  After the tour, enjoy a more complete experience with dinner at the "El Quincho" restaurant, where you can delight in a traditional or vegetarian menu, followed by a lively folkloric show with typical Argentine dances.

  Afternoon in the Countryside Menu + Dinner

  • Traditional: Welcome appetizer, empanada criolla, roast lamb, chorizo and morcilla, garden salad and rustic potatoes. Dessert: Homemade flan, chocolate mousse, bread pudding or apple crumble with ice cream.
  • Vegetarian: Welcome aperitif, pumpkin soup with garlic and white wine. Pumpkin ravioli. Dessert: Homemade flan, chocolate mousse, bread pudding, or apple crumble with ice cream.
• Info to keep in mind

  Embark on a unique experience with our tour, designed to offer you an unforgettable day. Here are all the essential details.

  • Tour Details

    Duration

    Brief 3-hour experience or 5-hour day

    . Hotel pickup times may vary by up to 30 minutes, giving you flexibility in your itinerary.

    Difficulty level

    Easy difficulty

    Ideal for all experience levels and ages.

    Age

    Tour suitable for all ages.
  • Includes
    • Enjoy your visit to Estancia 25 de Mayo, a destination that will immerse you in the cultural and natural richness of the region.
    • Optionally, choose the experience of a dinner with a drink included, to end your day with a unique gastronomic touch.
    • Accompanied by a bilingual guide, discover the secrets and stories behind every corner of the room.
  • Climatic Conditions
    • This tour is conducted normally under all weather conditions, except in case of heavy snowfall that may compromise passenger safety.
  • Cancellation and rescheduling policy
    • Cancellations less than 5 days in advance will not be refunded. Refunds requested with more time will be processed by Calafate Tours, and crediting times depend on each bank.