Isla El Descanso Day Trip
Description
Experience a serene escape in a lush sanctuary along the Sarmiento River with a delightful boat journey from Tigre, culminating in a visit to Isla El Descanso. Your adventure includes the opportunity to savor a delicious meal!
Available Options
During the reservation process, you will have the choice between two distinct options. Both experiences embark from Pier Number 4 at the Fluvial Terminal of Tigre, featuring an audioguide in English on board, admission to Isla El Descanso, and a guided tour lasting one hour through the island’s features and beautiful gardens.
For further details about each choice, please see below:
Isla El Descanso Day Trip (3 Hours)
Our adventure begins as we gather at the departure point to board a cozy boat, setting off to glide through the scenic Paraná Delta and arrive at the banks of the Sarmiento River. Let us embark!
For 30 minutes, you can admire notable sights including the rowing clubs, Costa Park, the Tigre Municipal Museum of Fine Art, and the Sarmiento History Museum. Our journey will conclude at the entrance to Isla El Descanso, where disembarkation takes place, followed by a guided exploration that uncovers the island's captivating landscapes and the stories behind its monuments.
During this walk, you will wander through its exquisite gardens meticulously designed, interspersed with creeks, bridges, and canals. Along the route, admire diverse sculptures crafted by prominent Argentinian artists such as Julio Le Parc, Pablo Reinoso, Bastón Díaz, Carlos Gallardo, Vivianne Duchinni, Pablo Curatella Manes, and José Fioravanti. Interested in their works and backgrounds? Discover their fascinating journeys!
Upon completing the tour, relish some leisure time inhaling the island's fresh air until it’s time to reconvene and head back to Tigre.
Isla El Descanso Day Trip + Lunch (6 Hours)
This option follows the same itinerary as previously mentioned, but with an added highlight: post-tour, we will visit the Open Restaurant located on Isla El Descanso to indulge in a three-course meal with the following choices:
- Starter: choose from mollejas (sweetbread), burrata, or smoked eggplant
- Main course: a selection of grilled meats accompanied by vegetables, french fries, or baby potatoes au gratin
- Dessert: peaches topped with Italian meringue, dulce de leche, and cream
This feast will be complemented with a bottle of Tumpeter from the La Rural Winery and non-alcoholic drinks.
Schedule of Activities
Be aware that the departure times for the day trip vary depending on your chosen option:
- Isla El Descanso Tour: begins at 2:30 pm
- Isla El Descanso Tour + Lunch: starts at 12 pm
What's included
- Transport by boat
- Audioguide in English
- Admission ticket to Isla El Descanso
- Food and beverages (depending on selection)
Cancellation policy
Rimborso del 80% se cancelli almeno 24 ore prima (local time)
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 72 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
20 minutes before the designated time, you'll need to head to Pier Number 4 at the Terminal Fluvial de Tigre, located at the following address: Gral. Bartolomé Mitre 375, B1648 Tigre, Province of Buenos Aires, Argentina.
We recommend bringing comfortable clothes and shoes, insect repellent, and sunscreen.
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