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Río Grande - Tierra del Fuego
Despedida
Ruta Complementaria b Km. 44
Telephone: 42-2215
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A long cattle-raising tradition characterizes this important venue in the area of Río Grande, which in the early 1900s would be a sheep ranch reaching the Chilean border.
Its 24,000 hectares are presently owned by the Larminats. Estancia Despedida has left its sheep tradition in order to work mainly with bovine cattle.
But at the same time, this venue is known today for its famous fishing lodge, with exclusive fisheries in the Grande, Menéndez and McLennan Rivers, worldwide known for the size of their trout.
Its remodelled facilities to welcome guests include a large living-room with fireplace and a library with books from Patagonia. The Larminat's estancia proposes a stay enjoying the best style of the countryside.
Relaxation days, fishing and typical homemade dishes turn estancia Despedida into a special nook to get close to the charming estancias of Tierra del Fuego .
Capacity: 4 rooms
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El Calafate, Santa Cruz - Argentina
El Galpón del Glaciar
Ruta 11 - a 20 km de El Calafate
Telephone: (02902) 491793 Fax: (02902) 492290
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Bordering the Los Glaciares National Park, El Galpón is an invitation to relax while beholding the deep blue waters of Lake Argentino and to see its wild surroundings with excellent adventure programs. Being aware of its history, the estancia offers visitors arreo exhibitions with dogs and sheep shearing. After an entire day spent hiking and riding along various circuits, the evenings are crowned with lamb grilled on a stick and folklore shows.
Capacity: 16 rooms
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Lago Viedma, Santa Cruz - Argentina
Helsingfors
Parque Nacional Los Glaciares - márgen SO Lago Viedma
Tel/Fax: (02966) 42-0719 / (011) 4315-1222
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In 1910, Alfred Ramström surmounted countless difficulties in order to stay at the foot of the Andes mountain range, on the Southwestern shores of Lake Viedma. His place in the world was christened after the name of the capital of his country, Finland. The sequoias planted by Ramström grow next to a magnificent cedar and beech tree groves that protect the shell and frame its impressive panoramic view. The Helsingfors' spirit is reflected on its refined gourmet cuisine, the customized assistance and an activities porgram specially outlined in order to enjoy the glacier scenery.
Capacity: 8 rooms
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El Calafate, Santa Cruz - Argentina
Hostería Alta Vista
Ruta Complementaria 15 - Km. 33
Telephone: (02902) 49-1247 (011)4343-6979
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Inside the 74,000 hectares of “La Anita”, the largest estancia in the region, Alta Vista summarizes the fascination of the Patagonian landscape. Steppe, plateau and forests give shape to the setting of this exclusive inn that offers guests style and cozyness in all its rooms, high Patagonian cuisine and multiple activities.
Capacity: 7 rooms
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Lago San Martín, Santa Cruz - Argentina
La Maipú
Ruta 33 - al sur del Lago San Martín
Telephone: (011) 4901-5591
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Legendary estancia that still preserves a house brought from England in 1900. Besides, its museum retells the life of the first pioneers in Patagonia. The garden, crowded with pines, lavender and lupines, surrounds the shell, which welcomes visitors in the summer. An ancient laborers' post gives shelter to backpackers and climbers that approach the lake to see this unavoidable Patagonian nook.
Capacity: 6 rooms in the main house, 3 in the shelter
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