The W Trek is a world-renowned hiking trail that meanders through the iconic Torres del Paine National Park and is one of the highlights of Chilean Patagonia. Aptly named for its distinctive “W” shape, this trail covers more than 60 kilometers and features snow-capped mountains, turquoise glacial lakes, gushing waterways, serene sub-artic forest, and rocky […]

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Magdalena Island, also known as Isla Magdalena, is an island with a 1.57 km2 protected area called “Monumento Natural Los Pinguinos”. It is located off the coast of Chile in the Strait of Magellan, about 35 kilometres northwest of Punta Arenas, and forms Chille’s most important magellanic penguin colony. Also, it is the second-largest colony […]

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Santa Cruz Argentina has the best of Patagonia – the raw natural beauty, the breathtaking landscapes, incredible unique wildlife, singular ecosystems, and some of the best adventure sports to boot. The province has a tiny population (which is known to be very hospitable) but it is vast. It has seven national parks and 27 protected […]

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The Valdes Peninsula in Patagonia, which covers approximately, 3625 km², is characterized by a barren, flat landscape covered with numerous shrubs. The climate varies greatly depending on the season; in winter it is usually below 5 °C, but in summer, it gets very hot, reaching up to 45 °C. The peninsula offers a variety of […]

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If you are considering visiting Patagonia, there are some cities that you cannot miss. Currently, a lot of them have something that makes them worth a visit if you want to make the very best of your travel. Best cities in Patagonia As we have already mentioned, here you have the 7 best cities that […]

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Argentina has 35 national parks with a huge range of climates, terrains, and experiences. Here are just a few of the most notable examples, but there are many more. Want to know more about the National parks in Argentina? Los Glaciares National Park and Perito Moreno Los Glaciares is the largest National Park in Argentina. […]

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Flying is fastest Getting around when you are there. Getting to Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego, or the ‘End of the World’ Getting around in Tierra del Fuego Don’t underestimate the immensity of Patagonia. It covers a massive 673,000 square kilometres, and features a huge diversity of landscapes. It is a natural wonder with endless sites […]

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The Petrification process What to see nearby Practical tips for visiting Planning your trip Getting there Nearby destinations to visit (relatively speaking) Most national parks exist to protect forests, flora, and fauna. Jaramillo National Park is different. It exists to protect a fossilized – or petrified – forest, one that existed 175–170 million years ago. […]

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Glaciers in Argentina are spread over a length of about 3500 kilometers in the west of the country, more specifically in the Andes, and are spread over 12 provinces of the country. 90% of the earth’s freshwater is found in glacier areas, and after Antarctica and Greenland comes the “Los Glaciares” region, which is partly […]

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The Patagonia region covers 1,060,631 km² and is located in the southern part of South America. It extends across the countries of Argentina and Chile and is incredibly scenic. Patagonia is one of the most sought-after destinations in the world for many travel-loving tourists. Since the climate varies greatly throughout the year, you should ask […]

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