Patagonia and other adventure travel destinations
A blog for adventurers who like to travel in style
Discover moreSantiago Rivas is an Argentine expedition guide and travel writer based in Ushuaia. He specializes in sharing experiential and technical stories that connect nature, history, and adventure in Patagonia. Through his work with Australis Cruises, he invites readers to experience the thrill of discovery in one of the planet's last wild frontiers.
As a native of Tierra del Fuego, his connection to the landscape runs deep. With over a decade of experience exploring the most remote corners of the region, he brings a unique perspective to his writing.
Santiago focuses on revealing the untamed side of the territory, offering insights into local wildlife, exploration history, and the technical aspects of the journey. His narratives aim to bridge the gap between the traveler and the environment, encouraging a profound understanding of nature and history.
Drawing together household favorites from the full 2,670-mile (4,300km) length of the country, this list of top Chilean desserts should satisfy any sweet tooth. You’ll notice a common theme arises (both here and in our list of Argentine sweet treats): Chileans are huge fans of manjar (or dulce de leche as it is known in other […]
Although Oslo, Stockholm and Copenhagen are on the map when it comes to cruises in the Baltic sea, other European cities are yet to receive the same levels of attention. But those who book onto a tour of some of Northern Europe’s lesser-known cities are richly rewarded; believe us, these four harbor cities combined awe-inspiring architecture with fine-dining, […]
You’ve booked your flights and you’re ready to land in one of the planet’s most exceptional areas of natural beauty. But before you travel, it’s worth reading the following essential Patagonia facts to make sure that your trip runs as smoothly as possible.
As a country that covers over 107 million sq.-miles (2.78 km²), it should come as no surprise that a huge variety of wildlife inhabit different parts of the Argentine countryside. Ranging from the world’s largest rodent to parrots that burrow in rocky cliffs to nest, these five animals in Argentina prove why this nation is […]
From relaxed day treks skirting glacial lakes and spotting local fauna and flora to multi-day hikes through some of the region’s most distinctive scenery, trekking in Patagonia offers enough variety and challenge to keep even the most experienced hikers busy. Pack a pair of sturdy trekking boots, a rucksack and a sense of adventure and prepare […]
As the new year settles in and the excesses of the festive season become but a gluttonous dream, it’s time to turn your attention toward the most important decision to be made in 2017: where to go on your next vacation. From snow-dusted mountains in the Canadian Rockies to the bewitching shimmer of the Northern […]
Patagonia might seem a complicated destination to reach, but a reliable network of flights from the two capitals, Santiago (Chile) and Buenos Aires (Argentina), to the main cities in Patagonia makes this a straightforward trip to organize. Booking flights as far in advance as possible is essential, while buses and car rental are transport options […]
As tourism has increased, so has the range and quality of the accommodations that you can expect to find here. During the summer months, accommodations should be booked at least three months in advance, as refugios and hotels, particularly in some of the prime destinations such as Torres del Paine, will be fully booked during […]
If planning a visit to Chile, don’t worry about going hungry: this country has a wide selection of traditional dishes to give you a flavor of a nation that likes nothing more than to eat and drink well. Although some of the dishes mentioned here are more traditionally associated with certain regions of the country, […]
Since the discovery of the passageway around Cape Horn in 1616, “rounding the horn” has come to represent a legendary act of perilous daring; a result of the thousands of European and international sailors who sought to battle the might of the ocean and sometimes failed in their attempts. Although you can now visit Cape […]