Among glaciers, lakes and mountains with eternal snow, venturing to discover Argentine Patagonia is a real challenge for tourists. It is a unique region in the world, internationally renowned by travelers and documentarians.
Even up to the Chilean Cape Horn and the islands of Tierra del Fuego province, at the “end of the world”.
Discovering Patagonia: the must-see recommendations
Enthusiastic winter sports lovers enjoy skiing and snowboarding while history enthusiasts immerse themselves in the times of Magellan and nature lovers put on their boots.
In a detailed recommendation, the site Beonloop recapitulated some of the most attractive points in southern Argentina and also in Chile.
Five must-visits in Patagonia:
Puerto Madryn, among elephant seals and whales
In northern Argentine Patagonia, in Puerto Madryn, the proposals are related to marine fauna. Many companies offer excursions to the Valdés Peninsula, a protected area where it’s almost easy to touch whales of various species.
There are also diving activities, to swim among seals and other species that will give you unforgettable moments.
Nahuel Huapi Lake, the natural border
From Bariloche, the border with Chile is very close, and the beautiful Nahuel Huapi Lake, surrounded by snow-capped peaks. The lake is a must-see in Patagonia with a glacial origin.
The climate in the lake region is quite mild compared to other areas, and that’s why there are so many water activities, especially in the austral summer. Paddle surfing and kitesurfing are very popular, as well as boat tours.
Perito Moreno Glacier, the ice postcard
El Calafate. Los Glaciares National Park
Perito Moreno, in the Los Glaciares National Park, appears as a wall of ice that creaks and collapses little by little, where you could spend hours, like watching the sea or fire.
Ice Bar
One of the most special things in the area is its underground ice bar, Glaciobar Branca, in the basement of Glaciarium, designed with ice walls and glacier ice for furniture.
The glasses, bars, all the furniture are entirely made of ice. The room temperature is -10º, and the entrance includes free consumption of white drinks, appetizers, liquors, and non-alcoholic beverages.
Torres del Paine National Park
From El Calafate or Puerto Natales, you cannot miss a trip to the Torres del Paine National Park, another spectacular spot in Patagonia, in this case Chilean.
It is one of the most photographed mountains in history, along with the Matterhorn and the Himalayas. True postcards with lakes, glaciers, and peaks up to 3,050 meters, which are a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
