Walking with penguins in Ushuaia
Walking with Penguins in Ushuaia, Patagonia, Argentina Ushuaia is a great place to enjoy different landscapes, like Tierra del Fuego National Park, Fagnano and Escondido Lakes in the heart of Tierra del Fuego Island, and of course navigation in the Beagle Channel. There are many options, but one of these is interesting because […]
RipioTurismo Interview: Arakur Resort & Spa in Ushuaia
RipioTurismo Inverviews: Arakur Resort & Spa We met Josè Candeago to talk about Arakur, one of the best options to stay during your visit to Ushuaia Ushuaia… the southernmost city in the world, a place called the “End of the World”, is located in Tierra del Fuego. From there, you can enjoy many […]
Iguazu Falls: A map of the national parks on the argentinian and brazilian side
Map of Iguazu Falls and the National Park Iguazu Falls is a must-see in Argentina and Brazil. I`m sure, if you`re visiting any of these countries, you will spend at least 2 nights in Iguazu. Well, let me present a map, with most important trails, rail stations, boat navigations available, hotel locations, and more. […]
Lakes off road: a 4×4 ride in Ushuaia
Ushuaia is a wonderful destination in Argentinian Patagonia. Known as the City of the End of the World, offers a wide variety of activities to do. From snow activities in the winter season to great adventure activities in spring and summer. Well, one of my favorites is Lagos Off-Road, or Lakes Off-Road. Why? Well, is […]
RipioTurismo Interview: Antarctica with Ponant Cruises and RipioTurismo
We meet Sylvaine Ridet from Ponant Cruise, a french company offering great cruises to Antarctica and South America If you visited Europe, Asia, America, Oceania… If you traveled a lot around the world, you would be interested in visiting the white continent of Antarctica. Or maybe, you didn`t visit the rest of the world yet, […]
RipioTurismo Interview: Awasi Experience, a luxury villa in the jungle during your visit to Iguazu Falls
RipioTurismo Interviews: We met Gabriel O`Rorke from Awasi, to talk about this wonderful hotel in Iguazu Falls We talked a lot about Iguazu Falls. You already know that it`s a must-see in Argentina/Brazil, let me say in South America; a Unesco World Heritage and now, one of the new 7-wonders of nature. Well, let […]
New member for our RipioTurismo family: peninsulavaldes.com
Our company launched a new website specially designed for tour operators and travelers who want to enjoy the incredible sea life in Peninsula Valdes. With very complete information, peninsulavaldes.com offers a wide variety of tours to combine Puerto Madryn with other destinations, but also the possibility of arranging your own package to enjoy the area. […]
2021 Solar Eclipse Cruise in Antarctica
Every time we have an eclipse, we receive people from around the world to enjoy this unique show of nature. In 2020, the Solar Eclipse will be in Patagonia. Many groups are coming to enjoy this wonderful event that can be seen in areas of Patagonia. But in 2021, the event will be available in […]
In First Person: Chronicles of my visit to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world
Ushuaia, is the southernmost city in the world, and a fascinating place to visit when you decide to go to Patagonia. In the following words, I tried to explain my experiences visiting this amazing city in Tierra del Fuego Island: DAY ONE: Arrival to the south of the world The plane shook a […]
Diving or Snorkeling with Sea Lions in Peninsula Valdes area
Snorkeling with Sea Lions! One of the most attractive adventure activities for travelers visiting Puerto Madryn and the area of Peninsula Valdes is Scuba Diving. Scuba is a discipline that is enjoyed by more and more visitors every day and there are many ideal underwater formations in and around the coast of Puerto Piramides in Peninsula Valdes, […]
Excursion to Fagnano and Escondido Lakes: A great visit from Ushuaia
Ushuaia offers many options. Of course Beagle Channel Navigations, Tierra del Fuego National Park and the incredible Train of the End of the World, the Jail Museum, excellent gastronomy and wonderful landscapes. Well, one of the great options to combine wonderful landscapes and unique gastronomy is the visit to Fagnano and Escondido Lakes. Why? Well, […]
Full program to enjoy Puerto Madryn and Peninsula Valdes
Full tour program to visit Peninsula Valdes Today I came with a very complete program to enjoy one of the most incredible places in Patagonia (and the world), to enjoy sea life. Yes, Puerto Madryn and Peninsula Valdes area is the perfect place to enjoy whales, penguins, sea lions, sea elephants, birds, orcas, dolphins, […]
Icons of South America: The Beagle Channel
What is the Beagle Channel? The Beagle Channel is a must-see when you visit Ushuaia, the Southernmost City in the World! Yes, you can navigate this remote channel in Patagonia to enjoy unique landscapes. Let´s talk first about some important basic information. The Beagle Channel: Basic Information Beagle Channel, called in spanish Canal del […]
Icons of South America: Torres del Paine National Park
Torres del Paine National Park: Basic information One of the highlights you can find in Patagonia, is no doubt, the incredible Torres del Paine National Park. Torres del Paine National Park is located in the Magallanes and Chilean Antarctic Region, Torres del Payne commune, Ultima Esperanza province. It was created in 1959 and It is […]
The Southern Right Whale in Peninsula Valdes. Whales in Peninsula Valdes!
The incredible Southern Right Whale in Patagonia Let us talk about the whale, our whale in the area. The Southern Right Whales are a member of the baleen whale family. Many baleen whales will take in large amounts of water then strain it back out through specialized plates in their mouths known as “baleens.” The […]
Icons of Argentina: The incredible Perito Moreno Glacier
The Perito Moreno Glacier in Patagonia One of the highlights, when you visit Argentina, is Patagonia. It´s an amazing region, visited by tourists from around the world. And a must-see in Patagonia is, no doubt, the incredible Perito Moreno Glacier. It´s a real icon of the country, with Buenos Aires and the incredible Iguazu Falls, […]
Local Currency in Chile: Information & where to exchange money
Local Currency in Chile: Information & where to exchange money The peso is the currency of Chile. The current peso has circulated for more than 45 years, since 1975, with a previous version circulating between 1817 and 1960. The Chilean peso code is CLP. It is officially subdivided into 100 centavos, although there are […]
FAQ`s about Chile
FAQ`s about Chile Chile is a large country, a narrow strip of land between the Andes to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the west. Chile covers an area of 756,096 square kilometres (291,930 sq mi) and has a population of 17.5 million as of 2017. The capital and largest city is Santiago and […]
Approximated flight times between destinations in Chile & Argentina
Approximated flight times in Chile and Argentina When you visit Chile, an extense country from north to south, you may be would be interested in check what are the flight times between the main destinations. You can fly from Santiago to San Pedro de Atacama, but how long is that flight? And what about your […]
What to eat in Puerto Varas and the lakes district?
What to eat in Puerto Varas and the lakes district? Are you visiting the Lakes District in Chile? Well, Puerto Montt and Puerto Varas are the gate to visit this incredible natural area in Chile. But, what to eat? Which are the local specialties you can taste during your visits? Take a look to the […]
Weather in Puerto Varas and Lakes District in Chile
WEATHER IN PUERTO VARAS: When to go? See how`s the weather in Puerto Varas month by month Puerto Varas is the gateway to the Lake District in Chile. From there there is also a crossing to Argentine Patagonia. Its imposing landscapes of mountains, volcanoes and lakes, make it a unique experience. Considered an ideal […]
Weather in Puerto Natales & Torres del Paine NP: when to go?
WEATHER IN PUERTO NATALES: When to go? See how`s the weather in Puerto Natales month by month Puerto Natales is the gateway to the famous Torres del Paine National Park. Located by the sea, and surrounded by a unique landscape of nature, you can perform various activities. Its main attraction is the Torres del […]
What to eat in Easter Island?
What to eat in Easter Island? The local gastronomy in Easter Island Easter Island is one of the most remote areas in earth, and of course a place with typical dishes to taste. The typical food of Easter Island is based mainly on marine products, such as fish, among mahi mahi, the sierra or kana […]
What to see in Puerto Natales & Torres del Paine?
What to see in Puerto Natales? Of course, Torres del Paine National Park is one of the highlights in the area, but there are many other activities and visits you can do, during your visit to this remote area in Patagonia. Take a look to the following list: Torres del Paine National Park Torres […]
