Nibepo Aike Ranch
Far from mass tourism and near El Calafate is Nibepo Aike Ranch, a place that stores the essence of old Patagonian ranches. Nibepo Aike covers 12,000 ha and it is delimitated by the south branch of the Argentinean Lake and the border of Chile marked by the Andes range.
Dedicated to cattle production with a Hereford farm and many remains of great times for ovine production, this place is ideal to immerse in the lifestyle of an authentic Patagonian ranch.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: All Patagonia, 25 de Mayo 160, Z9405ACD El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
Departure from El Calafate to take Road 15, also known as “The Ranches Trail”. During the journey it’s normal to see condors, foxes and hares in Cerro Frías as protagonists. After crossing Rio Rico, the scenery changes abruptly to turn into a cordillera landscape.
Stop At: Estancia Nibepo Aike, El Calafate Argentina
The guide will welcome you and take you to "El Quincho" (barbecue area) where you will have a hot beverage (tea, coffee or mate) with homemade pastries
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Estancia Nibepo Aike, El Calafate Argentina
Tour through the facilities of this typical Patagonian ranch.
Hiking to see the south branch of the Argentinean Lake, and to discover varied rocky formations eroded by glacier action and the changes in the lake’s levels.
After the hiking, we go to the door of the shearing barn. The whole process will be explained and scissors will be used to make a demonstration of the traditional way to shear. Afterwards we’ll proceed to do a “test of rein” with riders or farm labor in the stables close to the center, depending on the activities of the day.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Estancia Nibepo Aike, El Calafate Argentina
Lunch at El Quincho where lamb will be ready to taste its delicious meat while enjoying the view of the Cordillera.
Duration: 2 hours
Pass By: All Patagonia, 25 de Mayo 160, Z9405ACD El Calafate, Santa Cruz, Argentina
We return to the city of El Calafate and we will drop you off at your hotel.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Vegetarian option is available (please advise at time of booking if required)"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Hora de Inicio:
Nibepo Aike Ranch
10/1/2023 - 3/31/202410/1/2024 - 3/31/2025
Duración: 7 Hours
Lugar de comienzo: Traveler pickup is offered
Tour Schedule: From 08:30 am to 03:30 pm (The duration and the schedule of the excursion are approximate and may change depending on the season of the year).
Remember to detail in your reservation the name of the Hotel where you will stay in El Calafate for the pick up on the day of the excursion.
The exact pick up time from your hotel will be confirmed the day before the excursion, leaving a message for you at your hotel or we will contact you through the contact number that you have provided if you did.
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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