Isla Sistina, Private island in Laguna del Monte, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina.
Isla Sistina sits on an island within the Laguna del Monte, part of the Las Encadenadas lake complex near Guamini. The estate offers water activities, nature observation, and luxurious facilities on the water.
In the 1980s, Austrian aristocrat Ena Wenckheim acquired the island and built a mansion, naming it Sistina. The property transformed from empty land into a wealthy estate with European character.
The region shows influences from indigenous heritage and European traditions, with the island becoming a meeting place for nobles and aristocrats during the late 20th century.
The island is only accessible by boat from a private dock in Guamini, with the journey taking about 15 minutes. Since it is a remote location, plan your visit in advance and be prepared for the distance involved.
The estate houses exotic animals such as Sassin antelopes from Tanzania and bezoar goats from Afghanistan. This unusual collection brings an African savanna feeling to a South American lake.
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