Borneo Exotic Wildlife Experience: Key Species
Rich in species – the most emblematic of all being the orangutan – Borneo teems with exotic wildlife. Estimates suggest that over 222 species of mammals, 420 birds and hundreds of amphibians and fish exist in the 140-year-old Bornean rainforest. Incredibly, each month on average three new species are discovered by scientists, particularly in the […]
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When to visit Patagonia: Weather for each Season
Choosing when to visit Patagonia is an essential consideration before planning your itinerary, as parts of the country are less accessible during the snowy winter months. Although weather in Patagonia is noted for its unpredictability, certain periods of the year are still better suited to particular outdoor activities. If visiting with the plan to see […]
Read moreTop 5 Chilean Patagonia Highlights Not to Miss
An area that encompasses the southern regions of Chile and Argentina, Patagonia covers over 260,000-sq. miles (673,000-sq. km). It is for this reason that it’s difficult to see all of the ten highlights on this list in one holiday. Depending upon the length of your vacation, it’s wise to concentrate on one region or plan […]
Read moreHow to Decide Whether the W Trek, Patagonia Is For You
Although the W trek, Patagonia is the region’s most famous hike, travelers might be surprised to learn that there are alternatives to this route through Torres del Paine National Park. If you’re contemplating visiting one of the globe’s most celebrated areas of outstanding natural beauty, it’s worth answering the following four questions to see whether […]
Read moreWhich Day Trips in Ushuaia Should You Take?
Ushuaia, Argentina’s final frontier and the boarding point for a variety of cruises to Antarctica and Chile, is a city that never fails to impress. From its awe-inspiring location surrounded by dizzyingly tall mountains and epic views of the Beagle Channel to the miles and miles of spectacular natural places on its doorstep, there’s never a dull […]
Read moreA Guide to the Bus From Punta Arenas to Puerto Natales
The bus from Punta Arenas to Puerto Natales is the easiest way of getting between these two important places in southern Patagonia and onwards towards Torres del Paine National Park. Luckily, buses in Chile are very straightforward compared to other places in South America and can often be booked online in advance to allow you […]
Read moreA Patagonia Trip Planner For Three Weeks in the Region
Although Patagonia covers a huge area of over 402,700sq.-miles (over one million km²), three weeks is enough for seeing some of the region’s most celebrated sights. This Patagonia trip planner sets out the unmissable attractions to fit into your itinerary and gives practical information about how to travel between the different cities and towns.
Read moreThe Story Behind Patagonia’s Newest Parks
In the last few decades, change has been afoot in Patagonia with regards to its approach to conservation and returning lands that have been used for grazing for centuries back to their original wild states. Central to this transition has been a couple from the US: Kris McDivitt Tompkins and her husband, the late Douglas […]
Read moreMeet The 4 Famous Argentinians Celebrated For Their Adventures
The first Europeans to discover Argentina and Patagonia, such as Spaniard Juan Díaz de Solis and Portuguese sailor Ferdinand Magellan, may be some of the best known explorers of the region. However, numerous famous Argentinians have been celebrated for their adventures in and around Argentina, finding themselves a place in the history books.
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