If you like trekking and nature, one of the excursions not to be missed during your visit to El Chaltén is Piedra del Fraile – the name given to a huge block of rock located near El Chaltén. This place was used as a base camp by the famous Italian missionary, photographer and mountaineer Alberto […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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. […]

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 […]

The gastronomy of a country is a good opportunity to understand and learn about the local culture. In Argentina, the local cuisine has been influenced, among other things, by the various migrations of Spaniards and Italians who emigrated to Argentina in several waves of immigration.  Argentine cuisine is not just made up of THE Argentine […]

Argentina is known for its good meat, and in general, you eat very well in this beautiful country! Beverages, however, are also very distinctive and have a great impact on Argentine cuisine and culture. Some drinks from Argentina are known beyond the country’s borders and are also highly appreciated abroad. Here are some of the […]

Argentina is home to a huge variety of falls. The most famous waterfall of Argentina without question is Iguazu. It is a magical place. It is worth a visit to Argentina just for this experience. There are other beautiful waterfalls in Argentina too – stunning, natural cascades in amazing places – just on a smaller […]

Tango – it takes two baby! Sensual, intense and dramatic, the tango is Argentina’s best-known export. A distinctive art form, the tango is recognised worldwide as the definitive Argentinian dance (though Uruguay lays claim to it too!).  With intense eye contact and complex and intricate footwork (goodness knows how the women manage it in those […]