The story of Butch Cassidy and Sundance Kid in Patagonia could well have been taken out from a Hollywood Western production of the 50’s. However, it was not, though much…
Patagonia Today
Patagonia is one of the least populated regions in the world. Its past of myth and mystery has conferred this region an indelible mark: the end of the world, the realm of loneliness and wind, the land of no shelter. But its name also evokes challenge, fulfilling dreams, possibilities, a pioneer soul…
All this and much more is Patagonia today. We invite you to learn about the current problems, claims, its achievements and production. Patagonia’s vibrant present is here, discover it!
El Calafate is the gateway town to the Glaciers National Park. It did not have its own airport for many years, reason for which it was necessary to fly into…
In the last few decades, Argentine Patagonia has experienced an unprecedented real estate boom. Many rich personalities have acquired huge estancias, great mansions and built unbelievable houses. Villa La Angostura…
In order to get to the Cueva de las Manos you must travel 160 km south. The road is gravel but well-maintained. If you plan to visit either El Chaltén…
Traveling in your own car in Patagonia is a challenge many times. Roads and paths are not always well kept or there is no pavement, not to mention the solitude…
Ever since humans became sedentary, the land and the water have been the main causes of conflict. The bloodiest wars have been fought over a bigger or smaller share of…
The Old Patagonian Express Railway adds yet another attraction to its tourist circuit. On one hot January afternoon, the passengers who had boarded the train looked out their windows and saw…
IndexArts and culture in PatagoniaPatagonia’s IssuesPatagonia CuriositiesWhat is Patagonia?Routes and corners to discoverEstancias at Andean PatagoniaEstancias at Patagonia’s PlateauEstancias in the coast of PatagoniaEstancias along Route 40
In order to go to Los Antiguos, one must travel 60km on asphalt towards the mountain range, along the south shore of the beautiful Lake Buenos Aires. After traveling for…
Within a few Kilometers of leaving Río Mayo we enter the province of Santa Cruz.The road is well marked, but the 125 km stretch is unpaved for 112 km and…
Human beings are generally not aware that the world is in movement. But at the feet of present time History continues weaving its web, its myths and legends. National Socialism…
Tapi Aike Location Services Season On Ruta Pcial.7, 100 meters from Ruta Nac.40 Lodging: 4 double rooms, two of them with private bathroom and 2 doubles in the guest house.…
The famous bandits were in Argentine Patagonia in the beginning of the twentieth century; such a legend has been debated in a symposium in Trevelin, town located in the Andean…
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Traveling to Argentina has become a trend among many tourists in the world and today is, more than ever, an excellent option for your next vacation. A properly designed tour…
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At the southern end of the Province of Buenos Aires is Carmen de Patagones, unknown to most tourists. However much of Patagonian history was written in this region. Facing Viedma,…
A new tourist attraction is developing in Argentine Patagonia. It is linked to the liberation of Condors in the Sierras de Pailemán (in the province of Río Negro). In the…
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Route 40 continues southward, passing Tres Lagos (Three Lakes), 200 km from Gregores. A little after Tres Lagos we meet up with Provincial Route 23 which can take us to El…
The meat of the Patagonian lamb is a new star of international cuisine. There are many reasons for why this has occurred. On one hand, it offers the best price on…
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,…
Traditionally two regions of Argentina were characterized by the production of wines: Mendoza and Salta. But since not long ago wines from Patagonia have taken off and there are several…
Leaving Esquel, south of the 43rd Parallel, Route 40 follows the ancient path of “rastrillada tehuelche”. This is the territory of the steppe, with small fresh water sources called “mallines”…
Patagonia has been, right from the beginning a land of adventurous sailors: it is by sea that the explorers who first arrived marveled at this world of fierce contrasts and…
FROM THE CORRIDORS OF HOGWARTS TO THE END OF THE WORLD During last July Patagonia Argentina hosted the World Cup of Quidditch, as published by JK Rowling in the Pottermore.com…
In recent years it has been conducted in Patagonia an interesting project related to the exploitation of the guanaco. Learn what the characteristics of these animals are, the extraordinary fineness…
People held their breath for a second that seemed to last a century, their pupils turned into winter suns, and an instant later the air was released along with the…
In April of 1904 the light of this black and white lighthouse, 26 meters tall, was turned on for the first time. The lighthouse is located in a precarious spot,…
Hill Station-Los Pozos Location Services Season 64 km. from Río Gallegos, over the north margin The estancia is dedicated to the breeding of cattle and horses, thus there is the…
La Maipú Location Services Season On the south bank of Lake San Martín, 220 Km. from El Chaltén TE:(02966)422613 Lodging: breakfast included. Gastronomy: Home made meals- typical Patagonian dishes and…
June till late September is winter in the southern hemisphere and Argentina offers the best options for Tourism. From the Tropic of Capricorn, in the northwest, to the end of…
How to travel with your pet without dying during the attempt? Those of us who have a pet know that at the time of traveling, always the same problem arises:…
Patagonia Argentina is one of the most recommended areas for traveling with the family’s small ones. At any time of the year you can find a lot of family-friendly attractions…
Maybe that fantastic land populated by strange animals and plants; of giants dressed in coats made of skins sewed together; the mysterious latitude as described by Antonio Pigafetta, chronicler of…
They are two symbols of civilization that have been founded at the same time, just like the lighthouse and the mythical library of Alexandria. They are two traces of past…
Today Patagonia is not only a land for contemplation. In Patagonia there are people who create, invent, produce. Here are some examples of the outcome: film, music, sculpture, paintings, all…
Exploring the Valdés Peninsula is a unique experience for the senses. A large tongue of land, profound blue waters on both sides, marine birds in the air and a lone…
Remains of a dinosaur were found in Chubut territory. It is the biggest in the world. Researchers at the Museo Egidio Feruglio (MEF ), Trelew, found the nearly complete remains of the…
In this article by Jorge Impellizzeri you’ll learn about the best wine production areas in Patagonia and the special characteristics of their wines due to the particular climate of the…
Reality or fiction? A reliable observation or a clever joke? Once again, we are faced with the dilemma of taking sides in a matter that, historically, has generated controversy. Does…
Starting at El Bolsón gasoline (petrol) costs half of what it does in the rest of Argentina. One can make this journey in two different distinct modes. – Using National…
An Argentine foundation is studying the relationship between the rocky plateau known as the Fort and the Knight Templars’ alleged adventures in the American continent with the secret mission of…
Traveling by Train is romantic. It makes us imagine that we are time travelers. To enter that world of rolling wagons, dampened noises and smooth wobble is an unforgettable experience.…
Each winter at Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world, a snow sculptures contest takes place. This is a form of art that has got many fans around the world,…
It is 131 km of asphalt. A few years ago this stretch of the journey was traveled on National Route 258. Ancient Route 40, passes for Pilcaniyeu, Las Bayas and…
It is 128km of gravel road in good condition from Perito Moreno to Bajo Caracoles. Bajo Caracoles is not interesting from a tourist standpoint, but it must be mentioned as…
Here, the road passes through the meseta between the rivers Genoa and Appeleg, following the ancient paths of the Tehuelches. It is a journey of 180 km in total, 144…
In the near future we might see the legendary Route 40, which runs from la Puna (the high plateau) to the glaciers, become easier to travel. Can anyone imagine what…
La Serena Location Services Season Ruta Pcial.43, on the shore of Lake Buenos Aires, 29 km. from Perito Moreno town towards Los Antiguos TE:(02963) 42340 Lodging: 2 double rooms (one…
Despite its poor promotion, Patagonian music has had a great development and relevance in the culture of its people since its ancestral beginnings. We invite you to travel through those…
A photographic exhibition of the End of the World A unique, surprising and accurate view. Photographers Alberto Cortés and Eduardo Frías, both from the city of Viedma, Province…
Lighthouses are an emblem of sailors and Patagonia, discovered, respected and even feared by seamen, conserves many of these artifacts. The word lighthouse (“faro” in Spanish) comes from Pharos, the…
The story we want to tell you today is that of one of the most spectacular shipwrecks in the waters of the End of the World. The Monte Cervantes was…
If you are planning a trip to Patagonia, or just curious about this remote and mysterious region, you may probably have many questions. In this article we will try to…
The four elements of life are vital to understand the Mapuche viewpoint. The air symbolizes the force that pushes existence, although there are good winds and bad ones. Here you…
April 20th. is the day of the American Aborigine. As a way of paying a homage to them we bring you this story that has got a happy ending: the…
Continuing along this solitary stretch of Route 40 we begin to be able to see guanacos (large mammals similar to llamas) and ñandúes (large birds similar to ostriches) grazing in…
The Argentine Patagonia is located in the south of the American continent. It extends from the Colorado River to Tierra del Fuego. Its topography can be compared to gigantic stairs…
In general, you will find Route 40 and the other provincial roads that we mentioned to be well maintained. In the season between December and March it is travelable in…