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8 hours

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El Calafate

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La Leona Petrified Forest: a Journey to the Past

A tour that combines history, nature and adventure in an incomparable natural setting

Highlights

* Explore a site of petrified logs and fossil bones in a stunning eroded landscape
* Imposing Landscapes: Travel Route 40 with views of Lake Argentino, Santa Cruz River, Cerro Fitz Roy and the majestic Andes Mountains
* Historical Stop: Visit the emblematic Hotel La Leona, a site steeped in Patagonian history
* Paleontological Exploration: Walk among petrified logs up to 1.20 meters and discover unique fossils, including dinosaur remains

    included with

    * Round-trip transfers from your accommodation in El Calafate
    * Bilingual guide in Spanish and English
    * Lunch Box

      excluded by

      * Gratuities
      * Other services not especified

        Essential Information

        Children under 6 years old cannot do this activity, without exception.
        Average physical fitness is required as the tour includes approximately 3 hours of discontinuous walking on uneven terrain.
        It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes (trekking boots or sneakers), backpack, jacket or windbreaker, warm clothing, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses and a bottle of water.
        There are celiac and vegan options for lunch, please request in advance.
        Some hotels in the city are not included in our pickup itinerary. If this is the case, we will contact you to indicate the closest hotel to which you should go so that we can pick you up for the excursion. You must wait for your guide in the lobby of the indicated hotel.
        In order to confirm the reservation we need you to send us the following information for all passengers: Full name, Date of birth, ID or Passport, Nationality, Hotel, Contact telephone number. If there are minors under 18 years of age, passport photo. If complete information is not sent, the reservation will not be confirmed.

          Restrictions

          Children under 6 years old cannot do this activity, without exception.

            Itinerary

            We leave from El Calafate to embark on an unforgettable tour. We will cross spectacular landscapes, starting with 33 km along provincial route No. 5 to the East and then 67 km to the North along the emblematic national route No. 40. During the journey, you will witness the majesty of Lake Argentino, the Santa Cruz River, the La Leona River and its picturesque valley, all framed by a privileged view of the Andes Mountains, with the iconic Cerro Fitz Roy as a backdrop.
            Historic stop at Hotel La Leona
            We will make a brief 15-minute stop at the charming Hotel La Leona, a site steeped in Patagonian history, before continuing to Lake Viedma and the slopes of Cerro Los Hornos. This point, at Estancia Santa Teresita, will be our portal to the impressive world of the Petrified Forest.
            Exploration and walk among ancient fossils
            Around noon, you will witness the first sight of an astonishing natural depression that houses petrified logs and fossil remains from the distant past. Our guided walk will take you through a unique landscape, where you will discover gigantic fossilized trunks up to 1.20 meters in diameter, witnesses of a time when this region had exuberant flora. You might even find fossil remains of dinosaurs, revealed by the wind in this protected terrain.
            Outdoor lunch
            We will pause in the middle of this fascinating place to enjoy a box lunch outdoors, consisting of a delicious ham and cheese sandwich, salad, fruit, muffin and water.
            A unique landscape and pleasant climate
            The natural depression and protection of Cerro Los Hornos create a microclimate in the steppe, with generally dry and pleasant conditions. The tranquility of the environment invites you to connect with the history and immensity of Patagonia.
            Return with additional stop
            In the afternoon we will begin our return, with a last stop at the iconic Hotel La Leona to rest and enjoy the surroundings.
            Don't miss this opportunity to explore a unique corner of Patagonia!
            A tour that combines history, nature and adventure in an incomparable natural setting.
            Duration: 8 hours 
            From  $301.99