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Patagonia: A Perfect Combination<br />
Patagonia<br />
Patagonia is a nature lover’s<br />
paradise shared by <strong>Chile</strong> and<br />
<strong>Argentina</strong> at the southern tip<br />
of the Americas. This is a<br />
region of stunning scenery:<br />
beautiful mountains, massive<br />
glaciers, turquoise lakes, and<br />
abundant wildlife.<br />
The highlight of <strong>Chile</strong>an<br />
Patagonia is Torres del Paine<br />
National Park, a wonderland<br />
of jagged peaks, lakes, rivers,<br />
ice-blue glaciers and unusual<br />
wildlife. Your base for exploring<br />
this region is the provincial<br />
capital of Puerto Natales.<br />
Crossing over the Andes to<br />
the Argentine side brings you<br />
to the small town of El Calafate<br />
in <strong>Argentina</strong>, the gateway to<br />
Los Glacieres National Park,<br />
home of the spectacular Perito<br />
Moreno Glacier. The glacier is<br />
19 miles long and 3 miles wide<br />
at its face with an average<br />
height of 240 feet above the<br />
surface of Lago Argentino. It is<br />
one of only three Patagonian<br />
glaciers that is growing.<br />
Pacific<br />
Ocean<br />
Perito Moreno<br />
Glacier<br />
Torres del Paine<br />
Strait of Magellan<br />
CHILE<br />
El Chaltén<br />
Puerto Natales<br />
Punta Arenas<br />
Calafate<br />
ARGENTINA<br />
Strait of Magellan<br />
Tierra del Fuego<br />
Cape Horn<br />
Ushuaia<br />
Beagle Channel<br />
Atlantic<br />
Ocean<br />
Planning tips for Patagonia:<br />
Climate: Torres del Paine National Park is open year-round. Peak season is Oct.-Apr. when<br />
temperatures near 65°F. The busiest months are from Dec.-Feb. Peak season typically has very<br />
strong winds, causing rapid weather changes. Although slightly colder, Aug.-Sep. can be a<br />
great time to visit for less wind, fewer people, and off-peak pricing.<br />
Geography & Transportation: Punta Arenas is the gateway airport to this region. Most<br />
travelers continue straight to Puerto Natales or Torres del Paine upon arrival. Buses from Punta<br />
Arenas to Puerto Natales or El Calafate are of high quality and a good value. Puerto Natales is<br />
a quaint, affordable town, but requires extra time heading into the Park at the start and end of<br />
each day. Some early return flights may require an extra night in Punta Arenas upon departure.<br />
<strong>Chile</strong>an Patagonia can be connected with Argentine Patagonia by cruise from Punta Arenas to<br />
Ushuaia or by car/bus through the Cerro Castillo border to El Calafate.<br />
Programs: All-inclusive programs include transfers, meals, and daily tours, saving valuable<br />
time, effort, and unexpected expenses.<br />
Old Dock, Puerto Natales<br />
Torres del Paine National Park<br />
El Calafate<br />
For in-depth itineraries and additional travel options, visit our website at www.avantidestinations.com<br />
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