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9 stunning places to stay in Torres Del Paine National Park, Chile

Posted on August 14, 2019January 19, 2020 by Alex Trembath
From the shores of Lago Pehoe, Explora Patagonia offers a stunning view of the peaks of Torres Del Paine
14
Aug

From hotels to estancias, Torres Del Paine National Park has some of the most incredible accommodation in Chilean Patagonia.

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Posted in Destinations  |  Tagged Accommodation, Camping, Chile, Hotels, Patagonia, South America 1 Comment
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The ultimate guide to hiking the Torres Del Paine W Trek, Chile

Posted on August 13, 2019March 8, 2022 by Alex Trembath
Torres Del Paine W Trek
13
Aug

The W Trek in Torres Del Paine National Park, Chile, is one of the world’s greatest hiking trails. Here’s how to conquer it.

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Posted in Destinations  |  Tagged Chile, Hiking, Patagonia, South America, Trekking 23 Comments
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El Chaltén trekking guide: Laguna de los Tres, Fitz Roy and other hikes

Posted on August 6, 2019May 11, 2021 by Alex Trembath
Mount Fitz shimmer orange at sunrise across Laguna de los Tres
06
Aug

The mountain town of El Chaltén in Argentina is the base for some of the most iconic hikes in the Patagonia region.

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Posted in Destinations  |  Tagged Argentina, Hiking, Patagonia, South America, Trekking 6 Comments
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Best hostels in El Calafate | where to stay for Perito Moreno Glacier

Posted on August 5, 2019April 29, 2021 by Alex Trembath
05
Aug

The best budget accommodation options in El Calafate, the Argentine mountain town on the doorstep of Los Glaciares National Park.

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The Cerro Piltriquitrón trail: a scenic day hike in El Bolsón, Argentina

Posted on August 1, 2019April 19, 2021 by Alex Trembath
The view of El Bolsón and the surrounding valley from Refugio Piltriquitrón
01
Aug

The chilled-out Argentine town of El Bolsón is a gateway to this stunning hiking trail in the nearby Andes mountains.

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Posted in Destinations  |  Tagged Argentina, Bariloche, Hiking, Patagonia, South America, Trekking 1 Comment
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A complete guide to camping in El Chaltén, Argentina

Posted on August 1, 2019January 16, 2020 by Alex Trembath
The peaks of Cerro Torre and Mount Fitz Roy, seen in the distance here, are the iconic images of El Chaltén
01
Aug

For the budget-conscious hiker in Patagonia, El Chaltén has a range of cheap (or free) campsites to explore the scenery.

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How to get around Patagonia by bus: a backpacker’s guide

Posted on July 31, 2019August 10, 2021 by Alex Trembath
Via Bariloche is one of the companies that runs a direct bus service between Buenos Aires and Bariloche
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Jul

With huge distances separating the hotspots on the backpacking trail, Patagonia can be tricky to get around.

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Posted in Destinations  |  Tagged Argentina, Buses, Chile, Patagonia, South America, Transport 3 Comments
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Best hostels in Bariloche | where to stay in Argentina’s Lake District

Posted on July 30, 2019August 10, 2021 by Alex Trembath
Berkana Hostel y Bar De Playa has a superb setting on the Bariloche lakefront
30
Jul

A guide to budget accommodation in San Carlos de Bariloche, on the idyllic shores of Nahuel Huapi Lake.

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How much does a Patagonia trip cost? Here’s what we spent

Posted on July 26, 2019June 24, 2020 by Alex Trembath
Perito Moreno Glacier Los Glaciares National Park El Calafate
26
Jul

Patagonia is undoubtedly one of the most visually spectacular places on our planet. But how much does it cost to visit the region?

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Posted in Destinations  |  Tagged Argentina, Chile, Money, Patagonia, South America 3 Comments
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Patagonia packing list: 25 things to take for the trekking season

Posted on July 25, 2019March 8, 2022 by Alex Trembath
What to pack for Patagonia: Torres Del Paine W Trek
25
Jul

To get the most out of your trip to the end of the world, you need to be well prepared for the elements. Here’s how.

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