Explore Patagonia on a trip south of Argentina or Chile
Patagonia rhyme with utopia: this extraordinary region made of sunny mountains and ice caves is a paradise on earth for those who know her. Travel to the southernmost point of South America where you will find mountains inlaid with jewels that are the dominant glaciers of sparkling turquoise lakes. Take a look at these few picturesque sites recommended for visit the Patagonia region , but don’t forget your sunglasses. If the reflective light of the sun does not unlock you, the natural splendour will certainly...
Torres del Paine National Park
Flickr – Christopher Michel
Considered by many as the most beautiful national park in South America, Torres del Paine encompasses a vast landscape of mountains, glaciers, lakes and rivers on the part Chile Patagonia. ♪ Torres del Paine these famous eponymous towers of the park mark the horizon with three granite peaks that rise between 2,600 m and 2,850 m above the mountainous massif.
Lake Nahuel Huapi
Flickr – EdButta
Patagonia is the Lakes Region Argentina and its most interesting part is Nahuel Huapi Lake, which is located in the heart of the country's oldest national park, Nahuel Huapi National Park . This great lake has been formed through centuries of glacial erosion and extends over 557 km2 from the foothills of the Andes Cordillera.
The cerro Fitz Roy
Flickr – Liam Quinn
Officially recognized as the highest peak and one of the most beautiful places in the Los Glaciares National Park , you can not miss the striking silhouette of Mont Fitz Roy high to 3405 m. Its sloping cornice of granite rocks attracts mountaineering ferus from all over the world, while the lower parts of the national park are increasingly popular and accessible to hikers.
The Perito Moreno glacier
Deviantart – Yupa
We stay in the beautiful Los Glaciares National Park where you will probably find one of the most spectacular natural wonders in South America (see world): the glacier Perito Moreno . It is accessed by hiking or by boat through this national park. What makes this block of ice so special and so different from the other 46 glaciers in the region, is that it is one of the only glaciers in the world that advances. While the vast majority of glaciers are in regression, Perito Moreno progresses by 700 m per year (2 meters a day) and its cracking noise make him an impressive attraction.
The Valdés Peninsula
Flickr – Margarita Castillo
Fans of whale observation will appreciate: the peninsula of Valdés is a site of global importance for the conservation of marine biology. It attracts groups of whales, herds of seals and manch colonies (including Magellan manchots) as you have never seen before. The place even fascinates scientists both marine fauna is varied and abundant . Take a trip on one of the boats to enjoy even better one of the best opportunities to observe whales in the world.
Laguna de los Tres
Flickr – discoste
If you can't climb on the poitus heights of Mount Fitz Roy, then favor the beautiful oasis of the Laguna de los Tres which is just below. However, it is necessary to foresee a difficult trek, but the spectacular mountain view that the places offer and the tranquility of the glacial lake have nothing more sublime!
Travel to Patagonia
It is possible to get to Patagonia from Buenos Aires by plane to Río Gallegos airport. Aerolíneas Argentinas and the LAN operate regular flights. However, it is important to know that because of volcanic ashes in the air (and depending on the wind), traffic can be disrupted.
Regarding the accommodation, you will find many casas de famila or hospedajes on-site to accommodate you at less costs. This is the best solution if you travel to Patagonia for trekking.
Have you explored the wonderful region of Patagonia? What else do you recommend?
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