El Chaltén: things to do in Argentina’s trekking capital
El Chaltén is a few streets of breweries and gear shops parked under Fitz Roy – with Argentina’s best day hikes starting in town. Everything to do, on and off the trails.
Patagonia Car Rental: Where to Rent a Car in Patagonia and What to Know
While renting a car in Patagonia doesn’t differ too much from renting in other places in the world, there are some things that you should be aware of. For example, things that are the same as everywhere else. You’ll probably get a sum of money blocked on your card for car insurance excess cover, so…
Driving in Patagonia: Road Tips & Safety Guide
Patagonia is a wild and remote place, with quite some distances between the sights, so you need a way to get around down there. Quick tip before we dive in: rental prices in Patagonia vary wildly between companies and pick-up points, so we always compare them on DiscoverCars first. And if you are still deciding…
Best Hikes in El Chaltén: Easy & Day Hikes Guide
Hiking in El Chalten, Argentina, is a dream for hikers. Patagonia itself is a hiker’s paradise, and El Chalten is its capital. And you don’t even have to be in perfect shape to hike in this corner of Patagonia! Some of the best hikes in El Chalten are rather flat and short – in fact,…
Where to Stay in El Calafate: Best Areas & Hotels
El Calafate is one of the most convenient places to stay if you’re visiting the Perito Moreno glacier. So if you’re not sure where to stay in El Calafate, Argentina, let me help you! The city is located on the coast of Lago Argentino, the biggest freshwater lake in Argentina. Occasionally, you can even see…
Best places to stay in El Chalten: incredible hotels and apartments
El Chalten is the hiking capital of Argentina, there’s no doubt about that. Updated August 2026 – accommodation links re-checked. And since it’s one of the most popular places to visit in Argentinian Patagonia, there’s lots of accommodation for every taste and budget available. Yes, although El Chalten is a place that is popular with…
Ultimate Patagonia 10 day itinerary that will knock your socks off
Jagged mountains, howling wind and the raw beauty of nature – that is Patagonia. This amazing part of the South American continent is one of the most scarcely populated, one of the windiest, and easily one of the most beautiful regions in the world. Our Patagonia 10 day itinerary takes you through the most exciting…
Visiting Perito Moreno Glacier: absolute guide
Visiting Perito Moreno glacier is one of the main and most popular attractions in Los Glaciares national park Although there are many glaciers in Los Glaciares (47 major glaciers and about 190 smaller glaciers actually), Perito Moreno is definitely the most famous one there. And it’s quite special as well – I talk about it…
Things to do in Los Glaciares National Park: not just glaciers
The name of parque nacional Los Glaciares in Argentinian Patagonia literally translates to “the Glaciers” in English. So when thinking of things to do in Los Glaciares national park, “visit glaciers” would be the obvious answer. Re-checked in August 2026 – see our Los Glaciares guide for current entrance fees. Yes, it is true, there…
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Los Glaciares National Park: your ultimate guide [2026 update]
The name of the Los Glaciares National Park in Argentinian Patagonia literally means “the glaciers”. I guess that gives you quite an idea of what you can find in the park! But it’s not only glaciers there, though. There are countless hiking opportunities; incredible lakes, including lago Argentino – the biggest lake in Argentina; Patagonian…