GENERAL INFORMATION
Comprising almost the entire southern half of South America, Argentina is the world’s eighth largest country, covering an area of 2.8 million square km. The country has some of the world’s tallest mountains, expansive deserts, glaciers, forests and pampas, jungles, impressive waterfalls, bucolic rivers and a sea coast with huge beaches and a rich marine life. The diversity of the land ranges from wild, remote areas in southern Patagonia to the bustling metropolis of Buenos Aires in the middle… Visiting Argentina is a soul-stirring experience. It is an essential journey.
From the cafes of Buenos Aires, where impassioned tango dancers swirl through the night, to the grand peaks of the Andes, towering magnificently over the central valleys, and from the breathtaking wilderness of deepest Patagonia to the legendary open-pit barbecues of the north, Argentina offers an experience unmatched anywhere in the world. Lovers of the outdoors will come for the mountains and lakes, the coast and the valleys, where they can hike, trek and fish. Argentina is a diverse, welcoming land, and a pleasure to visit year-round.
Lovers of good food will explore the labyrinth of old Buenos Aires, where the culinary legacies of Spanish, Italians and gauchos collide unforgettably. Those with romantic hearts will find passion in the tango cafes and streets of Buenos Aires, a European capital in the heart of South America. Every sensation in one nation: Argentina.
Argentina has 7 sites that have been declared World Heritage by Unesco:
- Perito Moreno Glacier, Santa Cruz – 1981
- Iguazú National Park, Misiones – 1984
- Jesuit Mission of the Guarani Indians, Misiones – 1984
- Cueva de las manos (Hands Cave), Río Pinturas, Santa Cruz – 1999
- Valdes Peninsula, Chubut – 1999
- Jesuitic Block and Estancias of Cordoba, Córdoba – 2000
- Ischigualasto / Talampaya Natural Parks, La Rioja y San Juan – 2000
- Humahuaca Ravine, Jujuy – 2003
USHUAIA – Trip to the End of the World
To the south, Tierra del Fuego -the Land of Fire, in English-, and the capital of that Province, Ushuaia are an open gate to the immense and mysterious solitude of the Antarctica. Ushuaia, a destination that once was a wild and remote place, today attracts thousands of people from all over the world who seek to be dazzled by breathtaking landscapes. This touristic city in essence, does not distinguish seasons. Adventure, excitement, history and legends come together in this island along the year.
Ushuaia is a picturesque city with an important tourist services infrastructure, an elegant commercial center and an increasing social and cultural activity. In its surroundings, Ushuaia offers unexplored untouched territories that invite visitors to discovery and adventure.
EL CHALTEN
Located in the northern area of Los Glaciares National Park, it is the worldwide ideal destination for climbers and explorers. The mountain range presents many challenging mountains such as the Fitz Roy, Torre, Poincenot, Aguja, Egger, and others where the climbers can follow self-guided foot-paths. You can also be guided by specialized guides in mountain climbing and ice trekking, for it is also possible to have access to the Continental Ice Field, this expeditions are for expert climbers. Located 225 km from El Calafate, this particular destination is an excellent place to enjoy nature in its forests and mountains. El Chaltén is known as the “trekking capital” and the recommended season to visit this place is from October to April.
ATLANTIC PATAGONIA
PUERTO MADRYN – Ecological Sanctuary
Situated on the wild southeast coast of Patagonia, Nature reigns supreme. The Valdez Peninsula is home to thousands of penguins and sea lions, while dolphins and whales can sometimes be seen offshore. A deep water port, a commercial center, and a tourism destination, Puerto Madryn is a popular resort destination for beaches, sports and wildlife excursions.
The Carlos Ameghino Isthmus is a stopover on way to the Valdes Peninsula that presents the magic of Patagonian steppe contrasting with the water of the Atlantic that breaks against the rocks and cliffs on the coast. Mating and birth of the huge mammals such as the right whale is seen every year from June to December. Killer whales are more frequently seen between February and May, while dolphins are seen all year round
