Puma Tracking in Patagonia
Pumas in Patagonia The Puma is the largest big cat in Patagonia They are greatest in number in the eastern areas of Torres del Paine where there are less number of people, so the area is perfect for tracking programs to learn more about this amazing animal. But first, some geneneral facts about this feline. […]
Argentino Lake in Patagonia
The Argentino Lake in Patagonia The Argentino Lake is one of the most famous lakes in Patagonia. And it´s because the lake receive the mass ice of Perito Moreno Glacier and many other glaciers in Los Glaciares National Park. Due to its surface area of 1,560 km2, Lake Argentino is the largest in the Argentine […]
Bus services in Patagonia
Bus services in Patagonia Patagonia is a vast area, and the best way to connect different destinations in the southern portion of this area is the bus. There are several bus services and companies that goes from El Calafate to Puerto Natales for example, or from Puerto Natales to Punta Arenas, or even from Puerto […]
The Route 40 in Patagonia, Argentina
The Route 40 in Patagonia National Route 40 or Ruta Nacional 40, is also called Libertador General Don José de San Martín (anyway it is better known as route 40). It is a highway in Argentina from Cape Vírgenes, Santa Cruz to the border with Bolivia in the city of La Quiaca, in Jujuy. It […]
Los Alerces National Park in Patagonia, Argentina
Los Alerces National Park in Patagonia, Argentina One of the most beautiful national parks in Patagonia, and one of the most preserved forests in the country. Without a doubt, Los Alerces National Park is a wonder of nature. Located near the town of Esquel in the province of Chubut, 285 km south of Bariloche, Los […]
The Marble Cathedral in the Carretera Austral, Patagonia
The Marble Cathedral, a highlight in the Carretera Austral (Aysen) What is the Marble Cathedral? The Marble Chapels (Capilla de Marmol in spanish), also known as the Marble Cathedral (or Catedral de Marmol in spanish), are one of the most important tourist attractions in Patagonia. Composed of three limestone formations, they stand out for […]
What is Patagonia? Is Patagonia a country? Where is Patagonia located?
What is Patagonia? Is Patagonia a country? Where is Patagonia located? I found that many people are making some questions about Patagonia and I´ve decided to write a post to describe Patagonia. First question: Is Patagonia a country? No, definitely not, or maybe two. But, to be correct, it´s a vast region that encompasses a […]
Best cruises to Patagonia
Patagonia is an amazing remote place, for people arriving from all over the world, visiting Patagonia is a highlight. This place offers many options, from the sealife in Peninsula Valdes, where you can see whales, penguins, sea lions, orcas, elephant seals, birds… to the beautiful lakes district in Bariloche, a place full of national parks, […]
2322 – Southern Ice Field Expedition in Patagonia
Horseback Riding in Patagonia at Estancia San Ramón – From Bariloche
Kayaking: 3 amazing kayak experiences in Patagonia
Are you a kayaking lover? I´m sure you are if you´re reading my article. Well, let me suggest 3 of the best kayaking experiences in Patagonia: Kayak in Perito Moreno Glacier, Kayak in the Marble Cathedral in the Aysen area, and Sea Kayak to Gable Island in Ushuaia. 1 – Kayaking in Perito Moreno […]
RipioTurismo Interviews: Eolo, Patagonia´s Spirit
RIPIOTURISMO INTERVIEWS Eolo: a wonderful place to stay during your visit to the glaciers We met Lucia Kuperman to talk about Eolo, Patagonia´s Spirit When you visit El Calafate, the gate to enjoy Perito Moreno Glacier and other incredible glaciers in Los Glaciares National Park, you can choose to stay in any […]
Skorpios III: An incredible cruise to southern fjords and glaciers in Patagonia
I´ve done the Kaweskar Route two years ago, after enjoying the unique and beautiful landscapes that Torres del Paine offers in southern Chile. It was an amazing experience, maybe one of the most incredible experiences in Patagonia, and I traveled a lot. Because aboard the Skorpios III, you will watch amazing landscapes, full of glaciers, […]
Patagonia Camp: Glamping in Patagonia
Well, it´s one of my favorites… Maybe the best way to enjoy the incredible beauty you can find in Torres del Paine National Park and surrounding areas. In Patagonia Camp, you can feel the wind, the rain, the snow; and enjoy unique landscapes from your yurt. Yes, a yurt is a comfortable tent. In fact, […]
The Marble Cathedral, Aysen, Chilean Patagonia
The Carretera Austral is one of the most incredible circuits in Chilean Patagonia. An amazing route in the area called Aysen, in Chile. It´s a place for people interested in pure Patagonia, with unique landscapes, lakes, mountains, and glaciers. But today, I will focalize on a wonderful attraction in the area which is the Marble […]
Complete Patagonia tour
A 18-night tour to enjoy the best of Argentina, visiting Buenos Aires, Puerto Madryn, Ushuaia, El Calafate, Bariloche. We offer a wide variety of hotels and some included services and some other services as optional. So, you can complete the tour with more adventure, more cultural visits, or any special interest you can have. In […]
Enjoying the Spirit of the Glaciers Cruise in Patagonia
One of the most amazing destinations in Patagonia is El Calafate and the area of the glaciers. From this city, you can enjoy a wide variety of activities and excursions, and a must-see is the incredible and unique Perito Moreno Glacier. Well, you can visit this attraction in traditional excursions, driving 70 km to arrive […]
Penguins in Patagonia: When to see them, where, and which species can be seen in Argentina and Chile
Penguins in Patagonia. South American countries with penguins. When to see them? Argentina and Chile are perfect to enjoy penguins. There are many options to see them along the coasts of Patagonia, and there are different species available. If you´re interested in seeing these incredible animals, take a look to the following article about Penguins […]
RipioTurismo Interview: Bahia Bustamante, a jewel in Patagonia
RipioTurismo Interviews BAHIA BUSTAMANTE: We talked with Rosario Barclay, about this incredible place in Patagonia Bahia Bustamante is a wonderful place in Patagonia. Maybe undiscovered yet by the international public, but it`s a jewel. Described by The New York Times as ´Argentina’s Private (and Secret) answer to The Galapagos´, Bahia Bustamante is a seaside […]
Patagonia: The Dinosaurs Kingdom
Patagonia is a place of famous mountains like Fitz Roy in El Chaltèn, amazing glaciers like Perito Moreno Glacier in Los Glaciares National Park, great rivers for activities like the Manso in Bariloche, wonderful National Parks, like Nahuel Huapi. Los Arrayanes, Los Glaciares, Tierra del Fuego… enormous lakes, like Lago Buenos Aires, Lago Santa Cruz, […]
Estancias in Patagonia: good options from El Calafate
Estancias in Patagonia are inspiring… thousand of hectares of nothing… just steppe, sheep, incredible flat terrain. Kilometers of extension with some majestic backdrops. And visit them, is a nice activity for foreign visitors. To learn more about sheep shearing, history, and life of the people who work in the countryside in this incredible corner of […]
Peninsula Valdes & Bahia Bustamente: New tour to enjoy sealife in Patagonia
You know, Peninsula Valdes is an amazing place to enjoy natural sea life in Patagonia: Whales, Penguins, Orcas, Dolphins, Sea Lions and Sea Elephants, birds… I wrote many articles about this incredible place. Of course, I also wrote an article about Bahia Bustamente, located 300 km south of Peninsula Valdes, and it`s the perfect place […]
RipioTurismo Interview: Patagonia Camp, glamping in Torres del Paine National Park
Glamping. I`m sure you heard about that. It`s a new concept that combines camp activities with comfort. And some of these services are really great. Patagonia Camp is one of them, and one of my favorites. For that, we meet today Isabel Meneses, Tour and Travel and Marketing Manager at Patagonia Camp to chat […]
peritomorenoglacier.com: Our new website for a highlight in Patagonia
If you`re looking to visit Argentina, I`m sure you will include Patagonia in your itinerary. And of course, if you`re going to Patagonia, you will stop in El Calafate to visit one of the highlights, the unique Perito Moreno Glacier, a huge mass of ice located in the Los Glaciares National Park in southwest Santa […]
