Step beyond Buenos Aires city limits for a full day at La Candelaria Estancia. Experience authentic gaucho skills, colonial architecture, and a traditional Argentine barbecue with Buenos Aires Tours.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
9 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; light walking on ranch grounds
Wildlife
History
Estancia La Candelaria has retained its traditional role as a working ranch since the 19th century, reflecting Argentina’s gaucho heritage.
Conservation
The ranch maintains sustainable grazing practices to preserve native grasses and habitat for local wildlife.
Buenos Aires Tours
Step beyond Buenos Aires city limits for a full day at La Candelaria Estancia. Experience authentic gaucho skills, colonial architecture, and a traditional Argentine barbecue with Buenos Aires Tours.
Buenos Aires Tours is a Buenos Aires–based tour operator that offers a comprehensive catalogue of guided tours, day trips, tango shows and shore excursions across Argentina and neighboring Uruguay. The company provides private and small-group city tours in Buenos Aires, transfers to and from airports and cruise ports, and specialized excursions such as Tigre Delta bike and kayak outings, gaucho estancia day trips, and visits to Iguazú and Ushuaia.
The catalogue includes cultural experiences—guided walks in San Telmo, Palermo and La Boca; classic tango shows and tickets with optional dinner or private transfers; and culinary tours such as wine tasting and The Argentine Flavors gastronomic tour. For travelers launching from ports, the operator lists multiple shore excursions to destinations like Puerto Madryn, Peninsula Valdés and Punta Tombo. Cross-border day trips to Montevideo, Colonia and Punta del Este are also available.
Buenos Aires Tours arranges practical logistics including private transfers, cruise-port pickups and hotel drop-offs, and offers a mix of sightseeing, nature and cultural itineraries. The provider lists premium options (private tours, VIP tango shows, and premium day tours) alongside small-group and skip-the-line experiences. All descriptions and itineraries focus on notable city landmarks, regional natural attractions, and traditional Argentine culture, giving travelers clear choices for Buenos Aires-centered travel planning. Listings include clear pricing options, skip-the-line tickets, private transfers, and combinations like city tours plus tango shows or gaucho experiences, enabling travelers to combine cultural, culinary and natural highlights across Argentina and nearby Uruguay in a single, bookable itinerary online and locally.
Location
Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Operates from the city
Tours Offered
96
Private & group experiences
Signature Experiences
Tango, Gaucho, Nature
Iconic Argentine activities
Transfers & Shore
Airport & Port Transfers
Includes cruise-port pickups
Select dates, compare private and small-group options, and secure transfers or show tickets for a seamless Argentina trip.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
Expect walking on uneven ranch terrain; sturdy, comfortable footwear is key.
Bring Sun Protection
Wide open plains offer little shade—sunscreen and hats help avoid sunburn.
Expect Outdoor Conditions
Mosquito repellent is recommended, especially during warmer months.
Casual Dress Code
No formal wear needed; casual and breathable clothes work best for comfort.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Provides stability across uneven ranch terrain.
Sunscreen
Protects skin from prolonged exposure on open plains.
spring|summer|fall
Mosquito Repellent
Helps prevent insect bites during outdoor activities.
spring|summer|fall
Light Jacket or Layers
Useful for cooler mornings and evenings at the estancia.
fall|winter|spring