13-Day Active South Patagonia

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Buenos Aires city tour on a bicycle will be an unforgettable experience, where security, good-fellowship, fun and acquired knowledge are the principal characteristic. You'll have the choice of two different circuits, each offering a different insight into Buenos Aires. In the evening, you'll head to El Viejo Almacen for yet another unforgettable experience. This Tango house is a unique spot thanks to its surroundings and authentic style nourished by popularity built through the years.

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Today, you'll travel to San Antonio de Areco. Here, you'll take a walking tour of the village, including a visit to the historical heart of the city. Afterwards, you'll continue to the ‘El Ombu de Areco’ ranch. Once at the estancia, you can take rides on the horses or go for a ride in a sulky. At lunchtime, you'll enjoy a typical country-style barbeque prepared using only the finest quality meats. Dessert is accompanied by a folklore show, which is followed by a demonstration of gaucho skills.

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At the given time, you will be picked up and taken to the domestic airport to board your flight to Ushuaia. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed at the airport and taken to your hotel. In the afternoon, you'll set off on the lakes off-road tour, a fun way to discover the secrets hidden behind the Southern Andes Range. From above the Andes, you'll marvel at the Lago Escondido and the enormous Lake Fagnano. You'll enjoy a barbecue dinner paired with Argentine Malbec wine as part of the tour.

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You'll leave your hotel and drive to the Tierra del Fuego National Park. You'll then choose between two different hiking trails: the “Pampa Alta” route is five kilometres long and offers beautiful views and many bird-watching opportunities, or the “Senda Costera”, an eight-kilometre trail along the coast. Afterwards, you'll take a break and enjoy lunch at Roca Lake before you set off for a 1.5-hour canoe ride down the Lapataia River into the Lapataia Bay and the Beagle Channel.

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You'll head south-west to discover the Beagle Channel and Harberton Ranch. On the way, you will stop by the Bird's Island to see the cormorant's colony, Southern Skua, southern giant petrel and black-browed albatross. On the Sea Lion's Island, you'll see the South American sea lion and South American fur seal and once in the archipelago Les Esclaireurs, you'll see the famous lighthouse. On Martillo Island, you'll take a guided tour to see the Magellanic and Gentoo penguins.

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At the given time, you will be picked up and taken to the airport for your flight to the next destination. Upon arrival, you'll take a shared transfer from El Calafate to your hotel. After checking in, you'll have the option to trek to Casa Madsen Museo and discover the amazing history of a pioneer at Río de las Vueltas Valley, now named El Chaltén. You will become part of the Madsen family on a journey back in time.

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Today, you'll have the option to embark on two different treks. Each trek is different in stops, viewpoints and difficulty so it's important to consult with your guide before deciding on which trek to embark on. If you choose to trek to Laguna de Los Tres, you'll admire the Patagonian glaciations, Fitz Roy viewpoint and, of course, Laguna de los Tres. Alternatively, you can hit the trails on one of the classic routes in El Chaltén, Torre Lagoon. The choice is yours!

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Todya, you'll have the day free to spend as you wish. Should you wish to partake in a tour, you can visit the mighty Lago del Desierto. You'll pass through spectacular landscapes such as the valley of Río de Las Vueltas, framed by the Cordón de Los Cóndores on the way to Lago del Desierto. Upon arrival, you'll enjoy stunning views, do some birdwatching, have a typical picnic lunch and take a cruise from the north to the south end of the lake and back again.

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This morning, you'll have the option to enjoy an amazing trip down the River de las Vueltas, complete with views of the mountains and the stunning canyon full of amazing geological faults carved out by the river itself. Following the guide’s instructions, the adrenaline running through your veins will make you feel very much alive! In the afternoon, you'll transfer back to El Calafate and check into your hotel.

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From El Calafate, you'll drive to Bajo de las Sombras Bay and take a 20-minute boat ride to appreciate the spectacular views of the Perito Moreno Glacier’s front wall. Upon arrival, you'll get your crampons on and walk on the ice for approximately two hours. During your trek, you'll enjoy the spectacular views of the glacier and learn about basic glaciology. You'll end this activity with a toast, with your drink cooled with ice from the glacier!

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You'll leave from El Calafate and drive through the old route of Patagonian ranches until you reach the National Park access through Roca Lake. Upon arrival at the Nibepo Aike ranch, you'll tour the area, enjoying the rural environment and a typical barbeque lunch. Later, you will board a rubber boat to navigate the Southern and Rico channels. Upon arrival at De las Monedas Beach, you'll walk through the forest to the Glaciar Sur viewpoint.