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We are a 3 generational family, group of 10 and have been all over the world together. Fred and his team were by far the best travel experts we have used.
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This was without question the most logistically complicated trip our family has ever taken, and Fred and John made it feel as simple as a weekend at home.
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I have to admit when I first read the reviews online I was skeptical… no one can be that good… but they really are.
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Traveling with Exploration Journeys is like traveling with a guardian angel.
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We have traveled on all seven continents and Exploration Journeys provided the best service we have ever experienced.
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Fred and his team are superhuman.
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The local guides were not typical at all; with each one it was like spending a day with a local friend.
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We were 22 people, ranging in ages from 8 to 80, traveling to 4 cities in twelve days. So seamless and easy!
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When we had a last-minute flight cancellation, they quickly rebooked us and communicated every step so we never felt lost.
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Not one single hiccup during the 23-day journey.
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It seemed impossible. Three generations, seven people, 10 days, 4 locations... All worry-free and tailor-made.
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World capital of Tango and a captivating city with delectable first-class cuisine & an eclectic and distinguished collection of architectural gems.






Largest Falls on Earth. Voted as one of the "New 7 Wonders of Nature" by over 100 million people. Located in the midst of a tropical rainforest.






Unique glacier trekking experiences. Largest ice mantle in the world after Antarctica. Awe‑inspiring VIP navigations; Patagonian estancias and more!






Discover Patagonia’s unspoiled natural beauty with navigations, hiking, rafting, and horseback riding. Perfect for photography & nature lovers.






The southernmost city on Earth, located in Patagonia. Canoeing; 4x4 off‑road; trekking, exploration and unique experiences for the adventure seeker.






World capital of Malbec wine. Located at the foothills of the Andes Mountains. Unique wine, cooking and adventure experiences for wine & food lovers.






Largest colony of Magellanic penguins and elephant seals in the world. Panda dolphins, whales, sea lions, orcas; ideal for marine wildlife lovers.
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"We had always wanted to travel to and explore Patagonia. While researching it online, we found Fred at Exploration Journeys who worked with us and put together a wonderful, fun, exciting, adventurous and interesting trip for us based on our needs, interests and time frame. The trip was AMAZING! We were able to see and experience everything that we had hoped for and more! Fred took care of every detail of the trip with professionalism, quick response, organization with a keen eye for detail and quality as every facet of the trip from the tour guides, drivers, hotels and restaurant recommendations were of the highest caliber. His Travel Booklet prepared and educated us for each step of our journey.
The tour guides were fun, good natured, accommodating and highly skilled, we felt as if we were in good hands especially while paddling in the middle of the Beagle Channel in Ushuaia and trekking on the Perito Moreno Glacier in El Calafate. We loved walking among the penguin colonies in Punta Tombo and also in Ushuaia and taking the chairlift to see the amazing panorama of the beauty of Bariloche...these were just some of the highlights of this wonderful trip....there are so many more!
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Buenos Aires
Staying for 1 night, with 1 tour included
Day 1: You arrive in Buenos Aires
Flight arrival in Buenos Aires, Argentina!
Welcome at the airport and transfer with private vehicle and guide to your hotel.












Images of Buenos Aires: European Heritage and Latin American Passion (private tour)
The birthplace of Tango and Argentina’s vibrant capital, Buenos Aires is as captivating as the dance itself, an irresistible mix of elegance, passion, and culture. Commonly referred to as the “Paris of Latin America”, Buenos Aires is the best place in the world to enjoy a first-class tango show and to savor some of the tastiest steaks, accompanied by the celebrated Argentine Malbec wine.
Our expert “porteño” (as locals are called) guide will take you on a cultural journey, where you’ll visit the most iconic neighborhoods and learn about the highlights of the city; taking in its architecture, culture, history, and more! This tour is also a great opportunity to learn from your expert tour guide, the necessary information and useful tips to make the most of your free time in the city.
This is a private 4-hour tour. The usual three stops we make on this tour and walk are downtown (Plaza de Mayo), La Boca, and the Recoleta neighborhood (to visit the cemetery).
This tour is done in the afternoon.Day 2: Last day in Buenos Aires
Transfer in private vehicle to Buenos Aires Airport.
Iguazu
Staying for 2 nights, with 4 tours included
Day 2: You arrive in Iguazu
Flight arrival in Iguazu.








Behold the Breathtaking Panoramic Views of Iguazu Falls from the Brazilian Side (private tour)
With 80% of the falls located on the Argentine side, it is only from the Brazilian side that one can see almost all of them at once, in full, breathtakingly panoramic views.
The Brazilian side offers majestic scenic views of the beauty and entirety of the falls; this is because the Brazilian footbridge lies across the river from the falls, offering a unique perspective and epic scenic views, making the Brazilian side different and absolutely complementary to the experience from the Argentine side.
This is a half-day private tour.











Walking Among Exotic Birds in the Iguazu Rainforest (private tour)
You’re about to enter a one-of-a-kind bird sanctuary! Here you’ll find the largest colony of toucans on display in the world, as well as the largest colony of parrots on display in South America, along with 150 different bird species from Brazil and all over the world, many of them endangered.
Located in the midst of the lush tropical rainforest, Foz Tropicana Bird Park is an internationally-recognized rescue and preservation center for endangered birds; and it’s among the most important ones in South America. You’ll find yourself side by side a myriad of exotic birds, in the three walk-in aviaries, where you’ll have the opportunity to have an up-close and personal experience with amazingly colorful parrots and Toco Toucans, among many other birds… all of them right next to you or even flying over your head!
In addition to the diversity and beauty of the birds you’ll see, the park itself presents itself as a unique location. It covers nearly 40 acres (16 hectares) of rainforest, so you’re quite literally going to find yourself in the middle of nature as you make your way along the trails!
This visit lasts about an hour and a half to two hours and takes place on the same day as your Brazilian side of the falls tour.
Day 3: Iguazu






Witness the Unique Power & Might of the Iguazu Falls from the Argentine Side (private tour)
“You might have seen the photos. Even read about it. You might have visited other great waterfalls before. But you probably still have no idea what to expect when you come face to face with the almighty Iguazu Falls,” stated CNN in their article “Iguazu Falls: Why this natural wonder should be on everyone’s bucket list". To put that into perspective, Iguazu Falls is nearly twice as tall as Niagara Falls and nearly three times as wide. The late U.S. First Lady, Eleanor Roosevelt, was reportedly so impressed by the sight of Iguazu Falls that she exclaimed “Poor Niagara!”
In 1984, Iguazu Falls became a UNESCO World Heritage Site; and in 2011, it was selected as one of the 7 winners of the “New Seven Wonders of Nature” worldwide competition in which more than 100 million votes were cast.
Their size and scale are unlike any other waterfall on Earth. Made up of a system of 275 waterfalls, they have a staggering water flow of up to almost 3.5 million gallons (13 million liters) per second – enough to fill five Olympic swimming pools!
Unlike Niagara Falls, which is surrounded by developments such as casinos, a revolving restaurant, and coffee shops, Iguazu Falls are located within one of the few remaining inland rainforests in South America, the Atlantic rainforest, which is a haven for more than 2,000 plant species, about 400 birds species, and 80 types of mammals!
This is a full-day private tour.





A Speedboat Adventure Up-Close the Iguazu Falls
Get ready for a thrilling speedboat adventure, enjoying a unique, up-close perspective of the majestic Iguazu Falls and experience a different viewpoint of the falls from what you’ll see from the panoramic boardwalks. Our speedboat will zip the waters of the Iguazu River and approach the falls getting thoroughly splashed by their mist as you hear their loud roar!
This ride provides a unique and extremely close-up view of the San Martin and Three Musketeers falls with the opportunity to take outstanding close-up photos. The high point of this experience will be without a doubt, being showered under the mist of the San Martin Falls; the second strongest falls in the Iguazu system. Now it’s time to hop on board and begin our waterfall adventure!
This is a 12-minute group tour and is done on the same day you do the Argentinean side of the falls tour. This tour has an age restriction (click on tour name above for details).
Day 4: Last day in Iguazu
Transfer in private vehicle to Iguazu airport.
Peninsula Valdes
Staying for 3 nights, with 4 tours included
Day 4: You arrive in Peninsula Valdes
Flight arrival and transfer in group vehicle to your hotel.
Transfer to your hotel in Puerto Madryn with group vehicle.This is a free day for you to enjoy on your own. You can relax at your hotel, visit downtown or arrange with our guide any additional activity for your free time (depending on your flight arrival time).
Day 5: Peninsula Valdes








Peninsula Valdes: a Unique Marine Fauna Heaven
Peninsula Valdes is one of the largest marine wildlife reserves in the entire world and a prime spot for viewing wildlife. It was designated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO because of its global significance as a marine wildlife refuge for several threatened species.
The scenic Peninsula Valdes, where arid lands contrast with the blue crystalline sea, is home to an important breeding population of the endangered Southern Right Whales (whales season is from June to early December), Southern Sea Lions, orcas (also known as “killer whales”), Magellanic penguins (the penguins season is from mid-September to mid-April), and the largest continental colony of southern elephant seals in the entire world.
This is a full-day group tour.




A Navigation and Close-up Experience with South American Sea Lions
Get ready to embark on a scenic navigation tour, as you enjoy close-up views of the South American sea lion in its habitat; along with caves rich in maritime fauna fossils.
South American Sea Lions are quite huge, with the males being very territorial, especially during breeding season where they fiercely fight each other to defend their territory and their females.
This is a group tour done on the same day as the Peninsula Valdes tour.
Day 6: Peninsula Valdes






An Up-Close & Personal Experience Walking among the Cute Magellanic Penguins
Get ready for a delightful encounter with some of the cutest and most charismatic creatures on the planet: the Magellanic penguins! Punta Tombo Reserve is home to the world’s largest colony of Magellanic penguins, giving you the unique opportunity to get up close and personal with over a hundred thousand of these adorable creatures, which are only found on the Falkland Islands and the coasts of Argentina and Chile.
This is a long half-day group tour (the visit to the Punta Tombo Magellanic Penguins reserve lasts 2 hours), but it’s usually combined with at least 1 other tour option in the area making it a full-day tour.





Navigating to Discover the Dazzling Acrobatics of the Panda Dolphin
Prepare to embark on a navigation adventure in the Patagonian Sea, to discover the beautiful black-and-white Panda Dolphins. Known for their playful behavior and electrifying speed, this super cute dolphin is very rare to see, as it is found in two spots on Earth: Patagonia, and near a very remote island in the Indian Ocean.
The Panda Dolphin is very active, and is frequently seen swimming rapidly on the surface and leaping from the water, while surfing the waves created by the fast-moving boats. As they love swimming close to the surface, it’s easy to see them very clearly. They love to surf on breaking waves when very close to the shore, and can perform a variety of acrobatics, including spins and twists.
This is a group tour done on the same day you do your Punta Tombo’s Magellanic Penguins tour.
Day 7: Last day in Peninsula Valdes
Transfer in group vehicle to the airport.
Ushuaia
Staying for 2 nights, with 1 tour included
Day 7: You arrive in Ushuaia
Flight arrival in Ushuaia. Welcome at the airport and private transfer to your hotel.
This is a free day for you to enjoy on your own. You can relax at your hotel, visit downtown or arrange with our guide any additional activity for your free time (depending on your flight arrival time).Day 8: Ushuaia











The Beagle Channel Odyssey of Discovery: The Gable Expedition
Get ready to experience a one-of-a-kind canoeing and trekking adventure at the Ends of the Earth!
We’ll set off to explore the mighty Beagle Channel: the same waters navigated by the first founders of Ushuaia and by adventurous explorers the likes of naturalist Charles Darwin. As we follow this route in our canoes, we’ll feel both a sense of freedom and isolation from civilization, taking us back to a time when the Yamana tribe inhabited this distant corner of the planet.
We’ll also make a brief stop at Martillo Island where, from our boat, we’ll have the opportunity to observe a colony of Magellanic penguins.
Our final destination will take us off-the-beaten-path and onto the remote, uninhabited Gable Island; the largest island in the Beagle Channel.
This is a full-day group tour and includes lunch with non-alcoholic beverages & wine.
Day 9: Last day in Ushuaia
Transfer in private vehicle to Ushuaia airport.
El Calafate
Staying for 3 nights, with 2 tours included
Day 9: You arrive in El Calafate
Flight arrival in El Calafate. Welcome at the airport and private transfer to your hotel.
This is a free day for you to enjoy on your own. You can relax at your hotel, visit downtown or arrange with our guide any additional activity for your free time (depending on your flight arrival time).Day 10: El Calafate













Conquering the Mighty Perito Moreno Glacier!
Discover your inner adventurer as you explore and conquer one of the world’s most awe-inspiring and unique glaciers: The Perito Moreno. This splendid ice giant showcases its mighty glory in the Patagonian Glaciers National Park, which has been declared Mankind’s Natural Heritage site by UNESCO. The park’s vast size not only gives it the distinction of being the largest ice mantle in the world after Antarctica, but also that of being the third largest fresh water reserve on the planet.
Now, picture yourself strapping on your ice spikes, as you begin trekking along this ice giant on a full-day discovery journey along one of the few glaciers in the world, which is actually growing and advancing.
Your full day of adventure will include a close-up navigation of the Perito Moreno Glacier and a visit to the seven panoramic balconies facing the front of the glacier where you’ll have amazing picture-taking opportunities. After an adventure-packed day, you’ll be able to rest with the satisfaction of having successfully conquered the mighty Perito Moreno!
This is a full-day group tour and has an age restriction (click on tour name above for details).
Day 11: El Calafate









Icy Blue Giants: Navigate the Largest Patagonian Glaciers and take the most Awe-inspiring Glacier Photos (in boat’s VIP section)
Hop aboard as we embark on a discovery journey to admire the second largest glacier in South America: the Upsala, as well as other Patagonian ice giants only accessible by boat. The glaciers’ grandness is imposing, and their color remarkable: ranging from pure white to shades of dark blue. We’ll get comfortable in our seats, inside the exclusive VIP cabin on the upper floor of our ship, where we’ll experience better panoramic views with superior comfort and service.
On our way to the Upsala Glacier, we’ll enjoy great photo opportunities while we see icebergs of incredible and diverse shapes and sizes.
This is a full-day group tour and includes lunch at VIP boat cabin, including water, soft drinks, wine and beer.
Day 12: Last day in El Calafate
Transfer in private vehicle to El Calafate airport.
Bariloche
Staying for 2 nights, with 2 tours included
Day 12: You arrive in Bariloche
Flight arrival in Bariloche. Welcome at the airport and private transfer to your hotel.
This is a free day for you to enjoy on your own. You can relax at your hotel, visit downtown or arrange with our guide any additional activity for your free time (depending on your flight arrival time).Day 13: Bariloche








Navigating the Nahuel Huapi Lake & Exploring the Victoria Island and the Myrtle Forest
Prepare to navigate the beautiful blue waters of the Nahuel Huapi Lake, the largest in Argentina’s Lake District, set against the backdrop of the snow-capped Andes mountain range. We’ll enjoy our exclusive seating in the boat’s upper deck cabin. From here we’ll experience superior panoramic views and a much more exclusive setting, since there are only 50 seats in this cabin (compared to the over-200-people capacity of the regular cabin).
Known for its cold glacial waters and for being the habitat of kelp gulls and blue-eyed cormorants (which are typically only found near oceans), the Nahuel Huapi Lake provides plenty of natural beauty and beckons with the serenity of its waters.
We’ll visit the largest island on the Nahuel Huapi Lake: Victoria Island, home to a wide array of flora and fauna; also offering plenty of history, including ancient cave paintings. Another highlight of this navigation includes a visit to a unique forest of myrtle trees at Arrayanes National Park. These intriguing, cinnamon-hued trees are known for their attractive, smooth and tan bark, peppered with white spots; and giving the forest a captivating mystique. It’s widely rumored that Walt Disney drew inspiration from this myrtle forest to create his animated classic ’Bambi’ but there’s actually no evidence to back up this claim.
This is a long half day group tour.
Day 14: Last day in Bariloche







A Panoramic Hiking Experience to Awe-Inspiring Vistas (private tour)
Get ready for a one-of-a-kind panoramic hiking experience, where you’ll be enchanted by some of the most breathtaking panoramic views of Patagonia, including one of the ten most beautiful views in the world, as rated by National Geographic!
Our expert guide will help you hone your hiking skills, as you set out to explore the surrounding areas of Mount Llao Llao. You’ll also take a chairlift ride up Campanario Hill, where you’ll enjoy awe-inspiring panoramic views of deep-blue lakes and snow-capped mountains. Get your camera ready as this will surely be one of the best opportunities to take some of the most wonderful and sublime landscape photos out there!
This is a half-day private tour.
Transfer in private vehicle to Bariloche Airport.
Buenos Aires
Staying for 1 night, with 1 tour included
Day 14: You arrive in Buenos Aires
Arrival in Buenos Aires and transfer to your hotel in private vehicle.







Passion and Beauty: an Authentic World-class Tango Experience
You are cordially invited to an evening of live music filled with passion, sensuality and dancing, at one of the best Tango venues in Buenos Aires: La Ventana. Located at the heart of the historic San Telmo neighborhood, you’ll enjoy a world-class Tango show in a restored tenement building (or, ‘conventillo’). This enchanting show also boasts unique features of Argentine folklore.
As you step through the doors, you’ll feel as though you have traveled back in time, with the interior of the building preserved in its original style. The show at La Ventana is a journey through the history of Tango, in which you’ll experience different and authentic styles of this mesmerizing dance, each with its own particular set of music, dancing style, and costumes.
Tango is a universe onto itself as it creates a multi-layered marriage of music, dance, singing and poetry.
This tour includes group transfers and dinner with non-alcoholic beverages & wine.
Day 15: Last day in Buenos Aires
Transfer from your hotel to Ezeiza International Airport in private vehicle.
We look forward to welcoming you again in Argentina!
Debbie & Warren did a trip visiting Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, Peninsula Valdes, El Calafate, Ushuaia and Bariloche on February 2010. On March 2016 they did another trip with us including Buenos Aires which is the itinerary below:Buenos Aires
Staying for 6 nights, with 5 tours included
Day 1: You arrive in Buenos Aires
Flight arrival in Buenos Aires, Argentina!
Welcome at the airport and transfer in private vehicle to your hotel.
Day 2: Buenos Aires







A Day in the Life of a Gaucho: Santa Susana Ranch
You’re invited to experience a day in the life of a “gaucho” at beautiful Estancia Santa Susana. This is a perfect opportunity to get out of the city and explore the Argentinean countryside, with the natural surroundings of the Argentine Pampas (region of very fertile plains). As you tour the facilities of the estancia (ranch), you’ll get a first-person glimpse of the gaucho’s life in its heyday.
The “gaucho” is the Argentinean equivalent of a North American “cowboy”, and has traditionally been the primary laborer on Argentine estancias (or ranches). Gauchos flourished in the mid-18th century; since then, the gaucho has become a central symbol of Argentine tradition.
You’ll also have the chance to hop on the gaucho’s most prized possession: his horse! You can either choose to do a very short ride on the horse, or take a ride in a horse-drawn carriage.
You’ll learn about the Gaucho’s work and customs, as well as enjoy a traditional Argentine barbecue, also known as “asado”. Argentina is famous for its beef.
After lunch, enjoy a Tango and Folklore show with some time to relax before afternoon activities. Witness a mesmerizing boleadoras show performed by a gaucho. Boleadoras are traditional throwing weapons used by gauchos, designed to capture animals by entangling their legs (made of weights on the ends of interconnected cords, and used to capture animals by entangling their legs).
This is a full-day group tour and includes lunch with non-alcoholic beverages & wine.
The pickup for this tour is at the hotel but on the return transfer the company organizing the transfer offers different stops in central areas of the city.
Day 3: Buenos Aires









The “Paris of Latin America”: discovering the architectural highlights of Buenos Aires (private tour)
Buenos Aires is commonly called the "Paris of Latin America," due to the ubiquity of Art Nouveau and other classic French style buildings in many areas of the city. The city is home to an eclectic, original, and distinguished collection of architectural pieces ranging from colonial to classic to modern styles that are a testament to the cultural heritage brought by the colonizers and immigrants of Buenos Aires.
Our expert tour guide will take us in a fascinating discovery journey of Buenos Aires’ most important architectural highlights.
This is a 3-hour private tour.






Off-the-Beaten-Path: the Unexplored Historic Buenos Aires (private tour)
Beyond the usual highlights of Buenos Aires, lies another part of the city that remains unknown and inaccessible to most tourists. We’ll visit the “forgotten” and unknown neighborhoods of Buenos Aires that are far off the typical tourist circuits while delving into the world of secret societies, traditional bars, amazing stories, and gorgeous buildings.
In a cultural journey that grasps both the past and present of the working class sectors of Buenos Aires, this tour rediscovers the important contributions of workers, immigrants, tramways, tango, and soccer in the city’s historical development.
This is a 3 hour private tour.







Passion and Beauty: an Authentic and Exclusive World-class Tango Experience
We invite you to live it up with a night of passion, charm, and sensuality as you enjoy an exclusive and world-class Tango experience at Gala Tango.
This is one of the most exclusive Tango shows in Buenos Aires, and has been enjoyed by great artists from around the world the likes of Madonna and Sting. The show also includes a brief but exciting display of some of the unique features of Argentine folklore.
Located on a small cobblestone street in the historic neighborhood of San Telmo, Gala Tango is beautifully decorated with French style architecture reminiscent of the 1930s. The building’s high ceilings and crystal chandeliers will make you feel as though you have traveled back in time to the “Golden Age of Tango,” while the small size of the theatre allows for a more exclusive experience than that of a regular tango shows. Tango is a universe onto itself as it creates a multi-layered marriage of music, dance, singing and poetry.
You will enjoy seeing world-class singers, musicians, and dancers (some winners of Tango World Championships were dancers of Gala Tango!).
The Argentine folklore portion of the show includes traditional costumes, and a mesmerizing boleadoras show performed by the show’s very own gaucho! A gaucho is the Argentine equivalent of a North American cowboy, and the boleadoras are a traditional throwing weapon (made of weights on the ends of interconnected cords, and used to capture animals by entangling their legs).
This tour includes private transfers and dinner with non-alcoholic beverages & wine.
Day 4: Buenos Aires
Day 5: Buenos Aires
Day 6: Buenos Aires
Day 7: Buenos Aires






Jewish Life & Heritage in Buenos Aires (private tour)
The community is the largest in Latin America and the 7th largest in the world. Today, Buenos Aires’ Jewish heritage remains very much preserved. Our Jewish guide will introduce you to some of the unique features of Buenos Aires’ Jewish culture and heritage.
We’ll explore the traditional Jewish neighborhood of “Once”. This neighborhood is Buenos Aires’ version of Manhattan’s Lower East Side, and previously bustled with yiddishkeit: Jewish cafes, theatres, a Yiddish press, Jewish schools and businesses.
We will also visit what is arguably the most ornate synagogue in Argentina, and also oldest one, dating back to 1897: the Libertad synagogue, built in an impressive fusion of Romantic and Byzantine styles.
We’ll also visit the other important Jewish institutions like the site of the new AMIA building, the Jewish Community Center that was bombed by terrorists in 1994 and rebuilt in 1999.
This is a 3-hour private tour.
Transfer from your hotel to Ezeiza International Airport in private vehicle.
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— Wendy Murrian & Frances JonesArgentina is the eighth-largest country on earth, stretching from the subtropical Iguazu Falls — three times wider than Niagara, with 275 individual cascades — all the way to Ushuaia, the southernmost city on the planet. In between sit the highest peak outside Asia (Aconcagua), a glacier four times larger than Manhattan (the Perito Moreno), the panoramic view National Geographic ranks among the ten most beautiful in the world (Cerro Campanario in Bariloche), the planet’s largest continental colonies of Magellanic penguins and elephant seals in Peninsula Valdes, the birthplace of tango (Buenos Aires), and the wine country of Mendoza — home to Malbec, a grape Argentina has made so much its own that it now produces nearly 75% of the world’s supply. Pick a destination below to start exploring — and let’s start designing your trip.
Patagonia is a wild and rugged pristine land filled with breathtaking landscapes and eye-catching wildlife. It covers some 400,000 square miles – roughly one-and-a-half times the size of the UK – and has many worlds to discover.
There are very few other places on Earth where you can feel such great isolation and admire vast awe-inspiring natural highlights, as in the Patagonia region.
Among its most important highlights, there's Los Glaciares National Park in El Calafate, a UNESCO World Heritage site representing the largest ice mantle in the world after Antarctica and Greenland, making it the third-largest freshwater reserve on the planet. This is where you can explore and trek over one of the world's most unique and awe-inspiring glaciers: the Perito Moreno Glacier.
Offering some of the most pristine and scenic landscapes in Patagonia, including the breathtaking view from atop Cerro Campanario (one of the 10 most beautiful panoramic views in the world as rated by National Geographic), Bariloche is a nature lover's paradise. Nestled among deep-blue lakes and set against the backdrop of the snow-capped Andes, Bariloche is the perfect place to enjoy some memorable outdoor experiences.
Located at the “Ends of the Earth,” Ushuaia is the southernmost city in the world and an exciting Patagonian destination for the adventurous traveler. It's the ideal location to nourish your spirit of adventure with canoeing expeditions in the Beagle Channel, trekking through uninhabited islands and pristine landscapes, or enjoying thrilling and scenic off-road experiences.
The Peninsula Valdes region in Patagonia is a true marine wildlife lover's paradise, where you can admire the largest continental colony of Magellanic penguins in the world and the largest territorial colony of elephant seals. It's also one of the only places on Earth where you can discover one of the cutest and most acrobatic dolphin species, the Panda Dolphin.
As one of the largest marine wildlife preserves in the world, Peninsula Valdes was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site for containing “very important and significant natural habitats for the conservation of several threatened species of outstanding universal value.” Among those threatened species is one of the stars of this destination, the Southern Right Whale. The area is also home to colonies of sea lions, killer whales (orcas), and other marine and land species.
The birthplace of Tango and Argentina's vibrant capital, Buenos Aires is as captivating as the dance itself, an irresistible mix of elegance, passion, and culture.
Blending European sophistication with an edgy Latin American spirit, the city enchants with its architectural gems, first-class cuisine, and a rich cultural scene. From world-renowned museums to the finest tango musicians, dancers, and singers performing in its top venues, Buenos Aires offers endless experiences to explore.
The mighty Iguazu Falls are a spectacle unlike any other, with 275 cascading waterfalls creating one of the most awe-inspiring natural wonders on Earth. Nearly twice as tall and almost three times as wide as Niagara Falls, their sheer power and beauty are mesmerizing.
Recognized as one of the “New Seven Wonders of Nature” in a global competition with over 100 million voters, they have also been declared a UNESCO World Heritage site for their ecological and geological significance.
Crashing through the heart of a tropical rainforest, Iguazu Falls creates a breathtaking natural spectacle, an unmissable destination to visit!
Set at the foothills of the Andes, in the shadow of Mount Aconcagua–the tallest peak outside of Asia–Mendoza is Argentina's wine capital and a paradise for wine lovers and adventure seekers alike.
Home to over a thousand wineries, Mendoza produces more than 70% of Argentina's wine, including world-renowned Malbecs that consistently earn top awards in international competitions. Visitors can enjoy immersive wine tours and cooking classes, savoring first-class Argentine wines in stunning vineyard settings.
Beyond the vineyards, Mendoza offers thrilling outdoor adventures, from rafting and horseback riding to trekking, biking, and rappelling, making it an unforgettable destination for those who love both fine wine and the great outdoors.
El Calafate is the gateway to Argentina's Los Glaciares National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site famed for its breathtaking ice landscapes. It is home to the largest ice mantle in the world after Antarctica and Greenland, making it the third-largest freshwater reserve on the planet.
Witness the awe-inspiring Perito Moreno Glacier, one of the world's most iconic glaciers. Feel the thrill of trekking across its icy surface or sailing past towering blue icebergs on Lake Argentino.
For an even grander perspective, explore the vast Upsala Glacier, South America's largest. This Patagonian wonder is a must-visit for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike.
Dubbed the southernmost city in the world and located in Patagonia at the "Ends of the Earth," Ushuaia is an exciting destination for adventurous travelers.
Explore the wild beauty of this remote region with canoeing expeditions through the Beagle Channel, trekking across uninhabited islands and pristine landscapes, or embarking on thrilling off-road adventures that will ignite your spirit of exploration.
Home to some of Patagonia's most breathtaking landscapes, Bariloche is a nature lover's paradise. Its crown jewel? The panoramic view from Cerro Campanario, rated by National Geographic as one of the 10 most beautiful in the world.
Nestled among deep-blue glacial lakes and framed by the majestic, snow-capped Andes, Bariloche offers unforgettable outdoor experiences, from hiking through ancient forests to sailing across pristine waters. For adventure seekers, options abound: rafting, horseback riding, and thrilling mountain explorations.
Its beauty and charm haven't gone unnoticed, Forbes ranked Bariloche the 4th best place to visit in the world in 2020!
Peninsula Valdes is a true marine wildlife lover’s paradise, offering unparalleled opportunities to observe a diverse array of marine species. The region boasts the world’s largest continental colony of Magellanic penguins and the largest territorial colony of elephant seals. It’s also one of the few places on Earth where you can encounter the charming and acrobatic Commerson’s Dolphin, often called the "panda dolphin" due to its distinctive black-and-white color.
Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Peninsula Valdes is celebrated for its vital natural habitats that support the conservation of several threatened species of outstanding universal value. Among them is one of the true stars of this destination: the Southern Right Whale. Once hunted to the brink of extinction, this rare and gentle giant is now one of the most awe-inspiring marine mammals to encounter.
The area is also home to colonies of sea lions, orcas (killer whales), and numerous other marine and terrestrial species, making it a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts. The wildlife you’ll encounter depends on the time of year you visit, as different species migrate through the region during specific seasons.