Patagonia

Glaciers, granite peaks, and untouched wilderness. Luxury lodges and guided treks through Earth's final frontier.

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About Patagonia

Patagonia is the ultimate frontier - vast wilderness where jagged peaks pierce the sky, massive glaciers calve into turquoise lakes, and guanacos roam windswept steppes. Split between Chile and Argentina, this remote region rewards adventurous travelers with some of Earth's most dramatic landscapes, from Torres del Paine's granite towers to Perito Moreno's thundering ice walls.

What to See & Do

Torres del Paine National Park - iconic granite towers and pristine trails

Perito Moreno Glacier - massive glacier with regular calving

W Trek - multi-day hiking through Patagonian wilderness

Los Glaciares National Park - glaciers and Fitz Roy peaks

Tierra del Fuego - "end of the world" wilderness

Wildlife - condors, guanacos, foxes, and pumas

Where to Stay

Explora Patagonia

luxury

All-inclusive luxury lodge inside Torres del Paine with guided explorations and spa.

Awasi Patagonia

luxury

Private villas with dedicated guides and 4x4s. Ultra-personalized wilderness experience.

Eolo Patagonia

boutique

Estancia-style lodge near El Calafate with glacier views and gaucho culture.

Activities & Experiences

W Trek

Multi-day hike through Torres del Paine with refugio stays

Duration: 4-5 days

Perito Moreno Glacier Walk

Ice trekking on glacier with crampons and guide

Duration: Full day

Kayaking Grey Glacier

Paddle among icebergs in glacial lake

Duration: Half day

Puma Tracking

Guided wildlife safari searching for elusive pumas

Duration: Full day

Where to Eat

Explora Dining Room

Patagonian

Farm-to-table cuisine featuring local lamb and seafood

La Tablita

Argentine Steakhouse

Traditional parrilla in El Calafate

Ovejero Patagónico

Chilean

Rustic restaurant specializing in Patagonian lamb

Sample Itineraries

Patagonia Wilderness

8 days
Adventure Seekers
8 days
1

Arrive El Calafate

  • Flight to El Calafate
  • Check into Eolo
  • Estancia tour
  • Argentine asado dinner
2

Perito Moreno Glacier

  • Glacier boat tour
  • Ice trekking with crampons
  • Watch calving from viewpoints
  • Return to lodge
3

Transfer to Chile

  • Drive to Torres del Paine (5 hours)
  • Check into Explora
  • Afternoon orientation hike
  • Spa time
4

Base Torres Hike

  • Full-day hike to Torres Base
  • Packed lunch
  • Iconic granite tower views
  • Return to lodge exhausted but happy
5

Grey Glacier

  • Boat to Grey Glacier
  • Kayaking among icebergs
  • Wildlife spotting
  • Lodge dinner
6

Puma Tracking

  • Full-day wildlife safari
  • Search for pumas and condors
  • Photography opportunities
  • Celebration dinner
7

French Valley

  • Day hike to French Valley lookout
  • Panoramic views
  • Final lodge afternoon
  • Farewell dinner
8

Departure

  • Morning transfer to Punta Arenas
  • Flight connections home

Quick Facts

Region

South America

Best Time to Visit

Dec-Feb (summer)

When to Go

December-February is Patagonian summer with warmest temperatures (50-65°F) and longest days. Peak season for trekking.

Avoid: May-September is winter with snow, cold, and many closures. March-April sees strong winds.

Getting There

Fly into Punta Arenas (Chile) or El Calafate (Argentina). Both require connections through Santiago or Buenos Aires. Torres del Paine is 5 hours by bus from Punta Arenas. Private transfers recommended for luxury lodges.

Local Tips

  • Book lodges and W Trek refugios 6-12 months in advance for peak season
  • Bring layers - weather changes rapidly from sun to wind to rain
  • Rent/buy quality gear - wind can reach 60+ mph
  • Summer (December-February) has best weather and longest days (18 hours daylight)

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