| DAY
4: EL CALAFATE
Breakfast, and subsequent departure to the
impressive La Estancia Patagonian Alice, located
just 22 km outside the town of El Calafate, on the
way to Perito Moreno glacier and on the shores of
Lake Argentino. There you will be greeted with
delicious tea, coffee, hot chocolate, mate
accompanied by sweet dough and Homemade
breads.
Then we go to the old shearing shed to find out
how a typical Patagonian Stay is handled regard
sheep ranching. A brief overview and demonstration
of sheep shearing, followed by the leash of sheep by
dog kelpies. This is a job done by professionals.
Afterwards you will take a walk to the Lagoon of
the Birds, nature reserve. Here you will be able to
observe wild birds. We may also visit the ancient
indigenous manage, where Archaeologists from the
University of La Plata have made important
discoveries on the culture of Argentina’s
ancestors.
Lunch will be a delicious lamb grill, accompanied by
beef, Sausages and chicken, buffet style with garden
salads and homemade desserts.
Then there will be folk dancing, with songs and
dances typical of Argentina and Patagonia.
Afterward return to El Calafate and a night of rest. |