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region is plentiful of lakes, splendid landscapes, ski resorts
and beautiful swiss-styled towns such as San Martin de los Andes
and San Carlos de Bariloche. Where the Andes meet Patagonia
a great change comes over nature. The abundance of rain causes
the snow on the mountain tops to melt creating forest with exotic
plant species, numerous rivers and navigable lakes of singular
beauty. This is one of the most beautiful regions in the whole
country in both winter and summer. In San Martin de los Andes
you can sail along the Lacar and Nonthue lakes and visit the
Lanin National Park whose imposing volcano is one of the most
important in South America. The ideal trip should start in San
Martin de los Andes along a 200km road journey. Travel across
the feet of great mountains and drive through the Lake District.
Before arriving at San Carlos de Bariloche you will have the
chance to explore the famous "Siete Lagos" (Seven lakes) area.
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Los
Alerces National Park: After arriving at Esquel, in the
province of Chubut, and saling on the lake Futalaufquen, the
Arrayanes river and Menendez lake, discover a forest with 3
metres diameter larches, some of them over 60 metres tall and
more than 3,000 years old.
The "Trochita": If you enjoy travelling on old steam
trains you must take a ride on this railway, where the carriages
are hauled by a veteran steam engine from Esquel to El Maiten,
along a 75 cm narrow gauge railroad.
Trevelin: A town surrounded by waterfalls where the main
group of the descendants of the Welsh colonists who came to
Patagonia in 1865 live at. They still maintain their language
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An at least 4-day stay is recommended at the Lake District.
Amongst the many delights of this region is the varied and refined
cuisine. Venison and wild boar, trout and salmon, smoked foods,
pates and fondues share the table with Curanto, an old aboriginal
dish which is cooked in the ground. Don´t miss a dinner at Los
Cesares restaurant, located at the famous Llao Llao hotel. |
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The
Glaciers National Park |
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The
layout of this wild and difficult terrain makes it one of the
most unusual national parks in the world. It forms part of the
Patagonian Continental Ice Field from which 13 glaciers descended
on the Atlantic side to flow into the Viedma and Argentino lakes.
The Perito Moreno glacier offers us an overwhelming sight each
time its towers of ice break into multiple icebergs.
This park has been declared a part of the Natural Heritage of
Humanity by UNESCO and consists of glaciers which are formed
by the compacting of snow and ice which slowly slides down from
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El
Chaltén: A small mountain village with basic services, considered
to be the meca of trekking in all South America. From this base
many excursions can be taken, either trekking or horse-back
riding.
The Río Pinturas Gully: 163 kilometres south of the town
of Perito Moreno you will find the "Cueva de las Manos" (Cave
of hands). Primitive cave paintings with motifs as hands and
hunting scenes, over 9000 years old, cover the walls of this
impressive gully. |
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The best time to visit the area is summer. We recommend you
to spend at least 3 days at El Calafate. It is usual to go overlanding
to the Perito Moreno glacier, and it is an unforgettable experience
sailing between the icebergs on the Argentino lake. You can
choose between other exciting experiences such us sailing on
the lake at night or trekking over the Moreno Glacier. As a
suggestion, you may taste salmon cooked in butter. The Argentinean
asado (roast) is very different in Patagonian and the beef is
replaced by lamb as here sheep predominate. |
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The
End of the World |
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Welcome
to the End of the World. This is the gateway to the Antartic,
where the oceans meet and the winds blow furiously. Numerous
islands, channels, icebergs, forests, lakes and a large variety
of flora and fauna allow you to enjoy one of life´s truly unique
experiences. This also is the southernmost city of the world.
This city is located at the end of a bay which opens onto the
Beagle Channel. Many of its houses are built of wood, which
gives it a picturesque appearance. Visit the World's End Museum
and the historic prison.
Probably the two most important full-day excursions in Ushuaia
are the visit to the Tierra del Fuego National Park, which is
20 km, and the one travelling through the Huskies Valley and
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In this southern area of Argentina, summer is not so cold and
days are very long (17 daylight hours). Plan to stay at least
4 days in this great city.
There are things which can only be done in certain places. For
example, go dog-sledding at the Huskies Valley or go sailing
on the Beagle channel.
As Tierra del Fuego is a special tax free zone, you will find
shopping very convenient. Also don't miss the delicious "Patagonian
lamb". |
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The
Atlantic Patagonia |
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Alongside
the Atlantic coast of Patagonia, but especially at the Valdes
peninsula, there is one of the most important marine mammal
reserve in the world. Each year hundreds of whales come to the
calm waters of the Valdes peninsula to fulfil their life cycle.
It is an unforgettable spectacle of leaping and blowing, whilst
on the shore something like half million penguins, along with
the colonies of the sea lions and elephant seals are privileged
spectators to this veritable explosion of marine wildlife.
A few miles away, the small town of Gaiman, treasures the Welsh
tradition. You will find brick buildings put up by the Welsh
immigrants who colonised this province during the last century. |
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Natural Reserve of Punta Tombo: 120 km south there is a
colony with one of the most varied colonies of seabirds and
the largest concentration of Magellanic penguins on the continent.
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We recommend you to stay for 3 days in Peninsula Valdes. Although
the southern spring is the appropriate season for seeing the
fauna in all its splendour, warm clothing is always necessary.
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