Travel guide · Argentina
Patagonia: what to see and when to go
Patagonia is the wild southern tip of South America, shared by Argentina and Chile, with granite spires, glaciers, turquoise lakes and endless steppe. Torres del Paine, Fitz Roy and the Perito Moreno glacier are among the world's greatest hiking landscapes.
What to see and do in Patagonia
Perito Moreno Glacier
Walkways facing a wall of ice that crashes into the lake, near El Calafate.
El Chaltén and Fitz Roy
Argentina's trekking capital, with a classic day hike to Laguna de los Tres.
Torres del Paine
Chile's famous W trek, past granite towers, lakes and glaciers.
Ushuaia and the Beagle Channel
The world's southernmost city, with penguins and sea lions on the channel's islands.
Península Valdés
Southern right whales, elephant seals and orcas on the Atlantic coast.
Best time to go
The most pleasant months: Apr.
Getting there
| From | Flight time | Return flight |
|---|---|---|
| London | 17 hr, 30 min | ≈ €710 · See flights |
| New York | 13 hr, 30 min | ≈ €610 · See flights |
| Los Angeles | 14 hr | ≈ €620 · See flights |
| Dubai | 19 hr, 30 min | ≈ €750 · See flights |
| Singapore | 19 hr, 15 min | ≈ €750 · See flights |
| Sydney | 13 hr | ≈ €600 · See flights |
3 nights from London: ≈ €980 per person, flight and stay included.
Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.
Essentials
- Country
- Argentina
- Currency
- Argentine Peso
- Good for
- mountains · nature · wild
- How long to stay
- 8–14 days
- Where to stay
- El Calafate and El Chaltén in Argentina; Puerto Natales for Torres del Paine.Find a place to stay in Patagonia
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Frequently asked questions
What's the weather like in Patagonia and when should you go?
The most pleasant months: Apr. Average highs range from 3° in July to 17° in January.
How many days do you need in Patagonia?
8 to 14 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.
What does a few days in Patagonia cost?
Accommodation runs at around €90 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €980 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 17 hr, 30 min.
Where should you stay in Patagonia?
El Calafate and El Chaltén in Argentina; Puerto Natales for Torres del Paine.
