Estancia Cristina: The “Estancia” was founded in 1914 by Joseph Percival Masters, of English origin, who emigrated with his wife, to Patagonia in 1900, seeking a prosperous future. First they settled in Rio Gallegos. where their two children were born: Percival Herbert and Elinor Cristina. Then hear about a land near a large lake named “Argentino”. The trip took several years. Finally they founded his home: “Estancia Cristina”. After years of sacrifice and deprivation, the Masters were able to have, in the 22,000 acres of the ranch, surrounded by glaciers, snowy peaks and lakes, adding 12,000 sheep, 30 cows and 50 horses. On the death of Cristina and her parents, the “Estancia” passed to Herbert, when he dies he leave it to his wife Janet McDonald, who had no successors. Estancia Cristina CLASSIC: Upsala Glacier navigation + short hike to a waterfall near the estancia + Visit to the Historical Museum and estancia main buildings. Estancia Cristina DISCOVERY: Upsala Glacier navigation + 4X4 ride to the viewpoint of the Upsala Glacier + Visit to the Historical Museum and estancia main buildings. FOSSILS CANYON TREK: Upsala Glacier navigation + 4x4 ride to the viewpoint of the Upsala Glacier – 4-hours-hike along the Fossils Canyon. Price per person Classic: AR$ ………..+ $.......... Transfer. Not included: Lunch box and National park fee. |