A good presentation tour for the Villa and its surroundings. It can be made by walking and it's accessible to everyone. This is a 6,500 m tour that starts on the beach across the Hostería del Lago Aluminé (an inn). You…
Excursions
The half-day excursion to Villavicencio will take you to a typical pre-mountain range location in Mendoza where a traditional hotel “Hotel de Turismo Villavicencio” that has a marked style of the 50’s and the most famous mineral-water fountain in Mendoza…
Trevelin means "mill town" in Welsh. This statement perfectly serves as an introduction to this lovely place; a small town populated by the Welsh and its descendants in Patagonia, built around the first flour mill in the region. Trevelin was…
The visit to the Iguazu Falls on the Brazilian side allows a panoramic view of all the Falls, as if you were in the center of a big amphitheater. It covers a single path that allows a panoramic view of…
This excursion will take you through the Patagonia steppe and show you awesome views, in totally exclusive places, where private vehicles cannot enter. After leaving El Calafate, we will ascend 1050 m above sea level, in order to reach the…
This is the most spectacular and unforgettable excursion in Patagonia. At the beginning of the tour, you will skirt Bay Redonda of Lake Argentino as well as have the chance to see Solitaire Island. You will go through the Patagonia…
From the shores of the Viedma Lake, in the middle of the National Park of the Glaciers, you will find Hostería Helsingfors, a historical ranch (called “estancia”) that now offers an oasis among the glaciers, mountains and forests. Exclusively for…
The Domuyo volcano is regarded as “Patagonia’s roof”, with its 4709 meters. Its name means “who shakes and complains” in Mapuche language. It is not easy to get to the base, but the journey is worth it. The landscape you…
After crossing the oceanic waters with special boats (navigation is not easy), you will reach the only area of the Patagonian coast where the little Penguins of Yellow tuft can be seen. The usual nesting place for these birds are…
This town of approximately 40,000 inhabitants is a strange place in the middle of the Patagonian desert surrounded by the sea. The municipality is an extensive area that also includes the Port of San Antonio Este and the famous Las…
Travel 135 km. Provincial Route 17, in the vicinity of Estancia La Pilar, you can find basaltic canyons and cave paintings. In aboriginal Tehuelche language "Yaten Guajen" means "painted stone". There are numerous petroglyphs along the canyon. Located on the…
There are many options that you have at your disposal to travel within the park. There are foot paths, boats, the Train of the Falls, and it can even be explored in your own vehicle. If you arrive in your own vehicle, drive carefully and remember that…
In the town of Caraguatay, 135 km from Puerto Iguazú, you will find the “Ernesto Che Guevara” Provincial Park. This 18 hectare area is known as the “Solar del Che” and is unique for many reasons. In addition to having…
As usual, we try to show you new and unique places in our immense Patagonia. This time we introduce you to a beach which has also got a Sea Lion colony in its surroundings. It will amaze you with its…
It is the closest beach to San Martin de los Andes. It is located in a bay sheltered from the winds and has camping areas, grocery and restaurant. Just 4 km away. on Route 234 you can find this beach, on…
Cachi is one of the most beautiful villages in the Calchaquíes Valleys. These valleys conform a culture, scenery and production combo that makes the place unique in the world. In this trip, you will access Calchaquí Valley through Quebrada del Escoipe, a place where…
A half day excursion through a lovely circuit, around Bariloche. One of the musts you can't miss when visiting . This circuit is paradisiacal and also the closest to Bariloche. You will travel a total of 65 km. most of them…
A snow park in winter and a viewpoints tour in summer, Batea Mahuida volcano is one of the must-sees of Villa Pehuenia Moquehue. The volcano is located in lands that belong to a Mapuche community known as Puel. Nowadays they have…
The Guemes monument lies at the foot of San Bernardo hill, on Uruguay Ave., east of the city. Surrounded by a park and the view of the hills behind, it is worth a visit. Güemes’ figure, made of bronze, sits…
Mendoza has options and activities for all types of tourists From rafting and kayaking trips through stunning mountain rides including the possibility to climb, to the renowned winery visits with wine tasting. Mendoza is in season all year.
The Welsh Museum is located at the old Los Andes mill belonging to John Evans & Co. It gathers rural machinery as well as testimonies of Welsh colonization and culture in the region. It is an exact replica of the…
Gaiman, a small village located at the Lower Valley of Chubut River, is the symbol of Welsh colonization in Patagonia. The first settlers arrived in 1865, aboard the Mimosa sailboat. They were looking for a virgin territory to be able to…
Only 18 kilometers away from Trevelin and 45 from Esquel, this dam is located amidst the natural landscape of Los Alerces National Park. This amazing work of engineering was built between years 1973 and 1978, right on the birth of Futaleufu…
Visiting this Lake is one of the most beautiful excursions to do departing from El Chalten. The road skirts Rio de las Vueltas, that increases its rapids along its course while its waters become more transparent as they get close…
The Cerro Bayo Skiing Resort is one of the most exclusive in the country and the closest to an urban center. Surrounded by an incomparable natural environment, it incorporates the best technological advances every year. The base of this ski…
Cachi is a beautiful little town of Valles Calchaquíes. You can hike; do horseback riding and interesting visits. See all options.
1.5 km away from center city you can find this charming chapel built in the Forties by Alejandro Bustillo. It's built in wood and stone with wooden roof tiles (alerce) and beautiful Italian vitreaux. Nearby, in the middle of a…
This bay is located south of Puerto Deseado. It occupies the area between the Bell lighthouse of Punta Mercedes and the lighthouse of Cabo Guardián. Here you can observe a great variety of fauna. Black-necked cormorants, cook gulls, steam ducks,…
The Santa Cruz Cruise, offers 44 passengers the privilege of enjoying something truly different on their stay in El Calafate: to share the quest for the “Spirit of the Glaciers”. Marpatag (this is the name of the sailing company) offers…
The Church of Cachi is one of the finest examples of colonial architecture calchaquíes valleys. This church was built in mid 18th century as a religious place for the Aramburu family, the former owners of the lands where it is now located. The walls are plain…
The estancias in the northern area of Tierra del Fuego are a clear exponent of the economic development of the region and its historical evolution. The most widely known is "María Behety", 18 km. from Río Grande by a gravel road. It…
The mapuches call it Currú-Leuvú (currú=black and Leuvú=river), and has an extension of 637 km. being the third one in Argentina for its flow and extension. In its lower course, in front of Viedma and Patagones there are several beach resorts…
During this tour you will visit the following islets aboard a semi-rigid boat: Banco Cormorán, Isla de los Pingüinos and Banco Justicia on the way back. From September to April you will be able to see Magellan Penguins and Commerson’s…
45 km. on route 2 will take you to this natural depression of 70 m. below sea level. From here salt is extracted that later is exported through the Puerto de San Antonio Este. This landscape is really strange and…
At only 37 km. you will be in Punta Loyola with the Port Presidente Arturo Illía. Sitting at the entrance of the Río Gallegos estuary, this busy town is the seat of an Argentine Coast Guard Unit. The rests of…
In Argentina it is common to hear "Atlantic Coast" referring to the beaches of the Province of Buenos Aires which are relatively close to the city of Buenos Aires. But not everybody knows that not too far, in northern Patagonia,…
Puerto Madryn is the starting point in order to visit many interesting sites. Some of them were declared World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. In first place, there is the Valdes Peninsula, where you can join the whale watching boat excursions.…
Here you have all the options available at El Calafate, the Capital of the Patagonian Glaciers. You can have a relaxed stroll along the balconies that are in front of the Perito Moreno Glacier, or maybe take the challenge of…
To walk around the city of Bariloche is the best way to know the details of a very special city in the heart of Patagonia. You can begin the tour of the city of Bariloche with a visit to the…
Patagonia is always seducing, with its large extensions, its magical scenery of plateaus, sea, mountains, lakes and rivers. But also with its affectionate people and with a few non-natural attractions, as is the case of the Old Patagonian Express, better…
Aconcagua Provincial Park is 185 km away from the city of Mendoza, near the border with Chile. Here is located the highest mountain in the entire American continent, the Aconcagua, with 6,962 mts high., an icon of world mountain climbing. Trekking…
To visit Estancia Cristina, in the heart of the Glaciers National Park, is a genuine Patagonia experience. It is also the only chance to observe the giant Upsala Glacier. The Upsala Glacier forms a tongue of ice that is 50…
This half a day tour, a true trip to the prehistoric times, is aimed at those who are interested in dinosaurs and the geological past of Patagonia. It begins with a visit to the MEF Paleontological Museum of Trelew, which…
Only for experienced mountaineers, it is located in the border between Río Negro and Chubut, in the Nevado range. You ascend following and crossing several times the Motoco Creek. A guide is recommended. The legends on UFO sightings in this…
This town, with 18,000 inhabitants, is 16 km away. from the city of Cipolletti, in the Province of Río Negro. Its name is due to the amount of jumps or unevenness that the main irrigation channel has. Previously it was…
If Ushuaia is your destination, you can sail the southernmost seas, meeting unsuspected corners and admiring a still virgin nature. Feel like the first explorers and navigators who took the greatest challenge: to join the Pacific and Atlantic oceans by crossing…
Penitentes is the closest ski resort to the capital city of Mendoza. With good snow quality, experienced trainers and quality tourist services it is one of the options for skiing in Mendoza province. The name Los Penitentes comes from the…
Mt. Fitz Roy is one of the most appreciated peaks by mountaineers worldwide. Its altitude is 3,405 m. Mount Fitz Roy original name is Chaltén, that in Tehuelche dialect means "smoking mountain". This is due to a rare aeolic phenomenon…
Very close to the city center, you can enjoy the Municipal and Rio Grande resorts (on the river Limay), which offer organized camping and all the necessary infrastructure to spend a pleasant day outdoors.
It constitutes a compulsory tour when you travel to Mendoza. The constant presence of high mountain peaks in the far horizon constitutes a great attraction that invites the passenger to enter a world of giants. You will be able to enjoy…
Travel 24 km Towards the port of Punta Quilla, there take the detour that departs from Estancia Monte Entrance to arrive after 2.5 km to the Magellan penguin colony. These birds arrive at this coast at the end of August,…
We propose you a virtual tour of Salta’s streets, parks and churches. It is worth it; Salta is the most important city within Argentina’s northwestern tourist circuit. This location provides a warm climate, with pleasant temperatures and much sun throughout…
Walking on the beach or by car on a gravel road, 5 km. to the south, you will arrive in an area with red rock formations, wide beaches and much tranquility. If going by the beach, it is better to…
On your way to neighbouring San Antonio Oeste town you will find a variety of incredible beaches. The first one is La Rinconada, special for fishing. All this area is protected by cliffs and the water reaches a temperature of almost 25º.C.…
This all day excursion will take you through one of the most wonderful areas of Nahuel Huapi National Park up to the Tronador, its highest mountain. Leaving by Onelli street leading to National Route 258. Driving along Lakes Gutiérrez and…
Nature at its purest, the silhouette of Lanin as background and the warmth of Aboriginal communities that provide services along the route make this ride one of the must-sees in Patagonia. Taking Provincial Route 61, at Km 8, you will…
A truly unforgettable experience! On this tour you will discover the unique sensation of walking over the ancient ice. The tour begins at the Bay Harbor "Bajo de las Sombras", sited 22 km from The Glaciers National Park entrance and 8 km from the…
The La María archaeological site is 150 km away on a northwest direction from the San Julián Port. Travel the Provincial Route nº 25 towards the west and after 78 km, turn right through Provincial Route nº 77 and you…
This forest originated in the middle of different climatic conditions from the present ones. The Andean Range did not exist, winds from the Pacific Ocean caused copious rains over Patagonia, allowing the growth of exuberant vegetation, mostly of the "araucatis…
A walk on the Avenida Costanera (Corniche) is highly recommendable. From here, the estuary where the Gallegos River flows into the Atlantic Ocean can be appreciated. On the opposite bank you will observe the staggered plateau ascending towards the west,…
There are two options in the area of the Perito Moreno Glacier: To sail the Lake Rico, skirting the south wall, impossible to see from a different perspective or navigate the De Los Témpanos Channel, approaching the front of the glacier.…
This bridge offers a perfect solution for crossing the Andes and go up to the Pacific Ocean bordering the Futaleufu River. Departing from Trevelin you must drive 38 km. up to the frontier with Chile. This route is accessible without…
You can travel through the mythic Route 40 on your own, but with this option you may count with all the services to know the most beautiful corners, without worrying about the vehicle or the trip details in inhospitable areas.…
San Bernardo Convent is one of the oldest buildings of the city of Salta. It was built during the 16th century. It was initially built as an hermitage for St. Bernardo, Salta’s first patron saint, and it must have been destroyed…
These two small towns, today historic settlements of the northern steppe of Santa Cruz, are separated by only 20 km. and they preserve the original architecture of the area. Jaramillo and Fitz Roy were part of the stations of the…
60 km. from Río Gallegos, this lagoon was formed on a volcano crater. Its deep waters have an intense blue coloration.
Located near the confluence of the Neuquén and Negro rivers, only 5 km. from the city of Neuquén, this town has 70,000 inhabitants. It was founded by General Lorenzo Vintter in 1881, who ordered the establishment of a fortress called…
Train to the Clouds is the most amazing tourist train in the world. Live the experience ofclimb to 4200 meters high aboard this marvel of engineering. The train -with 10 fully renovated wagons, which carry 500 passengers- leaves from General Belgrano Station in the city of Salta, going through the Valle de…
Cartref'Taid means " Grandfather´s Home " and that's just this museum: the place where Clery Evans keeps the memories of his grandfather, John Evans, one of the protagonists of the history of this part of Patagonia. At the Cartref'Taid museum,…
A different way to see the Patagonia nature. A musical show, in the open and with exclusive artists in the world: the Southern Whales. It is an ideal excursion to take after an early dinner. We leave Puerto Madryn for a nearby beach…
A different way, more active, to see the whales in Puerto Madryn. In this excursion, apart from the traditional whale watching activity aboard one of the licensed boats, we added an easy walk through the hills, dunes and cliffs area in the surroundings of Puerto…
La Zeta is a small lagoon with volcanic sand beaches, located within the urban area of Esquel. You can walk or cycle through peri-urban trails, with a gentle slope rising. It is also accessible by vehicle. Very close to Esquel,…
The Via Christi Sculpture Park is an artistic and religious journey representing the path to the crucifixion of Jesus through 23 stations, located on the slopes of Cerro de la Cruz, in the town of Junin de los Andes. This…
By Route 22 to the west 15 km. is located Plottier town, an area of farms dedicated to fruit growing, especially apples and pears. In the zone you can visit packing sheds and establishments dedicated to the production of juices, ciders…
A day trip that combines a visit to Martillo Island Penguin Rookery with Estancia Harberton, the first settlement in Tierra del Fuego Island. This excursion is long—6 to 9 hours—but worth it. First, you head east where you will pass…
Only 30 km. from Viedma, the Balneario El Condor awaits those who want to know their long beaches to enjoy the sun, fishing and wind sports. In the vicinity of the mouth of the Río Negro, only 20 minutes from Viedma and…
Punta Walichu is a historical and archaeological site is located 9 km. away from El Calafate. Walichu or Gualicho is the name of a Tehuelche deity. And this name suits perfect this place because it has a magical ambience. It consists…
It is an area of rural population dedicated specially to the production of cheese, yogurt, fine fruits, sweets, hops and crafts. The word "Mallín" in mapuche language,means "area of good grass for the summer". The area has a particular beauty,…
There is seduction and action all year long at Bariloche. Besides the traditional lacustrine excursions you should consider the amazing Circuito Chico (Small Circuit), a ride along the coast of majestic Lake Nahuel Huapi, with restaurants, tea houses and places to buy home…
The port of Villa La Angostura is on Lake Nahuel Huapi and close to the town. It has two piers, separated by the entrance isthmus to the Quetrihué Peninsula. A small shopping center, the seat of the Prefectura Naval Argentina and…
Cafayate is the heart of the wine route from Salta. A sandy soil, always sunny days and cool nights make it the ideal environment for the Torrontes, Salta’s variety par excellence. If traveling to Cafayate it is essential to visit…
The Ruins of Quilmes can be reached from Cafayate, Salta, or from Tafi del Valle, Tucumán. From far they look like a mountain with strange lines or tracks. As one approaches, a meaning in those marks is discovered: foundations of…
The Senguer River has its source in Lake Fontana on the Andes and then flows into Lake Muster and later into Lake Colhué Huapi, providing water through channels to the fertile Sarmiento Valley. Therefore, this hydric chain is of vital…
The Ñivinco waterfall is another of the secret beauties of these forests. Although is not part of the traditional visits in the area, it is well worth a short detour to get to it. You leave on route 65 towards…
Lake Nahuel Huapi is synonymous of Patagonia. It transcends the interprovincial limits offering captivating places of unusual beauty. There is an abundance of places prepared to make your stay more enjoyable with hostels, tea houses and lodges to stop and contemplate…
The excursion to El Bolsón starts at Bariloche, driving southbound along route 258 (all paved). Duration: all day You follow the shores of lakes Gutiérrez, Mascardi and Guillelmo, and go through La Veranada and Pampa del Toro area. On the…
The Humahuaca Gorge, a World Heritage Site is a mixture of landscapes, history and culture unique in the world. Inca towns, routes of oasis in the middle of the Puna, multicolored hills, music and traditional dishes await. Do not miss…
A 500-year trip Science and human commitment combine to build an environment of knowledge and emotional respect in the Museum of High Altitude Archaeology of Salta. The museum exhibits historical findings of the Incan culture and especially the archaeological treasure…
The monument Cristo Redentor is located within the reserve of Aconcagua Provincial Park. It is a sculpture of approximately ten meters of height and the first Monument to International Peace between Argentina and Chile. It has an emblematic and stirring inscription at…
Chimpay is a small rural locality with a population of 2,000 and located 87 km. from Choele Choel. Ceferino Namuncurá, son of the indian chief Manuel Namuncurá was born here on the 26 of August, 1886. Thanks to his father´s…
Itaipú Hydroelectric Dam is located to the north of Foz do Iguaçu, in the border between Brazil and Paraguay. It is one of the largest in the world. There is a visitor’s center where an audiovisual show is presented regarding the…
The visit to Estancia Harberton is of great historical value. Estancia Harberton was founded in 1886 by the Anglican missionary Thomas Bridges. It is located 85 km. Ushuaia, eastbound. It is accessible by land through National Route N º 3…
Finding your way in El Calafate is truly easy. The design of El Calafate can be divided in two, starting from Libertador Avenue: one half runs from this Avenue up to Lake Argentino, and the other one, southbound, extends up…
Also called "Cerro de la Cruz", is located in a municipal reserve, 2 km. from the city. The access is taking route 258 towards El Hoyo and then a street towards the left at 500 m from A.C.A. (Argentine Automobile…
A few meters from downtown Choele Choel you find Island 92, with a beach and thick vegetation, camping and the services needed for a day´s rest. The "Water Dogs" is an ecological association that offers all possible attention. They will…
Neuquén's soil is rich in diversity. One can explore it in search of millenary fossils, cultivate it to obtain tasty fruits or take advantage of it to produce an exquisite wine. As a hybrid of these three gifts is born,…
Cafayate is the Cradle of Torrontés, the most typical wine of Salta. To discover this exquisite corner of calchaquí valleys is our proposal. Leaving Salta early to visit the towns of the Valley of Lerma until arriving at Quebrada de…