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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…
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…
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,…
Torres del Paine is one of the must-visit places in Chilean Patagonia, and it definitely was one of the highlights of our trip around South America. The most convenient ones are flying down to Patagonia – Punta Arenas, Puerto Natales or El Calafate – and then driving a rental car to the park. Quick Overview:…
Did you know that there are penguins in Punta Arenas? I didn’t! When we were planning our trip to Patagonia, we realised that we could go on a penguin-watching tour. I was shocked! For me penguins = Antarctica. But no, there are penguins in South America, too, and it’s actually quite easy to visit them….
There are different activities in Torres del Paine National Park in Chilean Patagonia for different tastes and levels of physical ability. Re-checked in August 2026 – operators and booking links verified. Park entrance is ticketed per sector since 2025/26 – see our tickets and fees guide. You can, obviously, do hiking – there are many…
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Torres del Paine national park is one of the most incredible places on earth. It’s rough, untamed, and has been touched less by the people than other places. Updated for the 2025/26 season – entrance fees, ticket types, and links re-checked in August 2026. The nature is incredible, with towering granite mountains with glaciers, turquoise…
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If you’re about to visit the Torres del Paine National Park in Chilean Patagonia, you might be wondering about accommodation. In terms of where to stay in Torres del Paine, there are not too many hotels in the park itself. Updated for the 2025/26 season – all accommodation links re-checked in August 2026. On the…
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…
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…