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Brush up on your Spanish as we check out food and travel in Patagonia. Discover some of the world’s most spectacular scenery in this amazing region, so big it straddles 2 countries, Chile and Argentina. On this page you will find all the content covering food and travel in Patagonia.
Yes, of all the places we have visited, Patagonia has the most stunning scenery. Home to some of the world’s greatest hiking locations, glaciers, volcanoes, stunning blue lakes, mountain scenery, wildlife, and few people. Food and travel in Patagonia will leave you spellbound. If you ever have the chance to visit Patagonia, take it, you won’t regret it.
Torres del Paine National Park and Monte Fitz Roy boast some of the greatest multi-day and day hiking options in the world. And then you have Cape Horn, with glaciers and fjords further south.
Although it is remote, especially the southern sections, your reward is to view spectacular scenery and it is not overrun with tourists.
And of course there is no shortage of good South American wine to enjoy with your Patagonian meals. Food and travel in Patagonia is truly unique!
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 Beautiful Accommodation in Patagonia
Want to view the magnificent lake scenery of northern Patagonia? There is no shortage of beautiful accommodation both on the Chilean side and the Argentine side. The area around Bariloche (Argentina) is just stunning and milder than most parts of Patagonia. On the Chilean side, try Osorno, Chiloe, or Puerto Vargas for beautiful accommodation options.
Some of the world’s greatest hiking destinations, with scenery to match, provide the backdrop to some very unique luxury escapes offering views with jaw dropping scenery. Torres del Paine National Park (nearest town Puerto Natales) and Monte Fitz Roy (nearest town El Chalten) do not disappoint with a range of accommodation options. The closest town to the Perito Moreno Glacier is El Calafate, and it has an airport. If you are after luxury, there are a few small luxury hotels providing stunning views of some of the most remote and unspoiled scenery anywhere in the world.
Further South, Ushuaia (Argentina), known as the end of the earth, provides access to Tierra Del Fuego or Punta Arenas on the Chilean side.
Experiencing food and travel in Patagonia is one of the great travel highlights of the world. Click here to browse current Patagonia hotel prices and check availability in Patagonia. And to compare hotel prices across online booking sites for hotels in Patagonia visit Hotels Combined
Transportation: Getting Around in Patagonia
The distances in South America, particularly in Patagonian Chile and Argentina can be vast. Towns are few and far between with few roads when traveling from one place to another. Browse the site and benefit from our experience traveling in South America, and make sure you read the planning your trip to Patagonia post. It includes a lot of great travel tips,including transportation.
Choose from these options for traveling around Patagonia:
- Bus
- Private transfers
- Air
- Or rent-a-car and drive.
In Patagonia, chances are you will spend some time on a long distance bus. The drivers are safe, buses are modern, run frequently and are very affordable (especially compared to air or renting a car). The downside is the vast distances. This can mean long (22+ hours) spent on the bus. So we recommend bus travel for shorter distances or if you are on a tight budget and have plenty of time.
Private transfers can be very expensive even for short distances; we used the bus instead.
For Car Rental in Patagonia
You can rent a car for parts or all of your trip. Keep in mind fuel can be expensive and the driving distances can be long. Also make sure to check you can take the car across international borders (between Chile and Argentina) if required for your itinerary.
We use and recommend Holiday Autos. The quoted price includes all fees and extras. Download our rental car checklist to check your quote.
Flights to Patagonia
Air travel cuts travel times dramatically in the vast and remote areas of Patagonia but it can be expensive.
We flew several legs with LATAM and took the bus for several legs. If it was more than 6-8 hours drive we flew, if not we took a bus. There is an option to purchase a LAN Pass if you fly from an international destination on a One World Alliance Airline.
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Travel Insurance
And don’t forget travel insurance! If ever there is a place for travel insurance it is Patagonia. About Patagonia. All tourist areas in Patagonia are remote. The further south you go (to the end of the world) the more remote Patagonia becomes. Areas such as Torres del Paine and Monte Fitz Roy are remote and rugged with lots of outdoor activities. So, there is scope for injury.
You just never know when you will need travel insurance. And it may not be you. What happens if you have to return home in the middle of a dream trip for a funeral? Are you covered? Can you afford it? This is where travel insurance from a reputable company can be worth its weight in gold. We use World Nomads for travel insurance.
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Patagonia Travel Tips: Everything You Need to Know
Required Disclaimer: This post may contain products with affiliate links. If you make purchases using these links, we receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support. Patagonia Travel Tips – Everything you need for planning your trip to Patagonia, including bus, flights, visas, travel tips, planning resources and itinerary suggestions. Surrounded by peaks, glaciers and lakes, Patagonia is one of the most beautiful travel destinations to add to your list. All over the … Read More
Patagonian Dinner Party Menu Complete with Wine Suggestions
Required Disclaimer: This post may contain products with affiliate links. If you make purchases using these links, we receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support. Today we feature a Patagonian dinner party with matching wines. Torrontes and carmenere, two wonderful South American wines, are matched with scallop and leek empanadas and chimichurri-marinated, high temperature-roasted lamb. We finish off with a dessert featuring the the quintessential dulce de leche. Sticking with tradition at … Read More
Patagonian Fish with Leek and Red Bell Pepper Sauce
Required Disclaimer: This post may contain products with affiliate links. If you make purchases using these links, we receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support. Thick white fish fillets cooked in a naturally sweet sauce of red bell peppers, tomato and leek. Easy to prepare and quick to cook. Today we are featuring Patagonian fish with leek and red bell pepper sauce. Traveling around the southern part of Patagonia, towns are remote, … Read More
Ushuaia to Punta Arenas aboard the Via Australis
Required Disclaimer: This post may contain products with affiliate links. If you make purchases using these links, we receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support. Cruising Ushuaia to Punta Arenas aboard Via Australis What better way to finish our Patagonian adventure than with a small ship cruise around the tip of South America. Leaving from Ushuaia cruising through the Beagle Channel, around Cape Horn, exploring some remote glaciers and stopping to see … Read More
Patagonian Scallop and Leek Empanadas
Required Disclaimer: This post may contain products with affiliate links. If you make purchases using these links, we receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support. These baked, Patagonian scallop and leek empanadas are filled with scallops, leek, red bell pepper, tomato and green (spring) onion. The filling is delicately poached in white wine and herbs before being enveloped in pastry, then baked until golden. With little human development in Patagonia, the waters … Read More
El Chalten and Mount Fitz Roy: Argentina’s Hiking Capital
Required Disclaimer: This post may contain products with affiliate links. If you make purchases using these links, we receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support. El Chalten and Mount Fitz Roy If you are into hiking, El Chalten and Mount Fitz Roy need to be on your Patagonia itinerary. Located just north of Los Glaciares National Park, El Chalten is Argentina’s hiking capital. It was founded in 1985 to cater to hikers … Read More
Visiting Perito Moreno Glacier: One of Nature’s Wonders
Required Disclaimer: This post may contain products with affiliate links. If you make purchases using these links, we receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support. Glaciers, there is just something about them. Visiting Perito Moreno Glacier in Los Glaciares National Park is truly awe inspiring. Located in the Santa Cruz Province of Argentina it is one of the biggest glaciers in the world and the most visited tourist attraction of Argentinean Patagonia. … Read More
Dulce de Leche Creme Caramel Dessert
Required Disclaimer: This post may contain products with affiliate links. If you make purchases using these links, we receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support. If you like caramel, then you will love dulce de leche! It’s exponentially better than caramel and you will find this sweet treat throughout Patagonia. Our recipe for Dulce de Leche Creme Caramel Dessert puts a South American spin on the classic creme caramel dessert. After all … Read More
Torres Del Paine Hike: Conquering the ‘W’ Trek
Required Disclaimer: This post may contain products with affiliate links. If you make purchases using these links, we receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support. There are a lot of options for hiking in the Torres Del Paine National Park. The first one that comes to mind as the ultimate Torres Del Paine hike is the ‘W’ Trek. Considered one of the best hikes in Patagonia and definitely one of the most … Read More
Entering Torres Del Paine National Park via Rio Serrano
Required Disclaimer: This post may contain products with affiliate links. If you make purchases using these links, we receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support. Torres Del Paine National Park Torres del Paine National Park, in Chile, is one of the most visited parts of Patagonia. And having been there you can see why. It is stunning. The wildlife is spectacular including condors and guanacos. The hiking is well marked and plentiful, … Read More
Chiloe and Patagonia Roast Lamb with Chimichurri Sauce
Required Disclaimer: This post may contain products with affiliate links. If you make purchases using these links, we receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support. Colorful palifitos, pit-cooked curanto, fabulous eco-accommodation, hiking, paddling and delightful meals overlooking the sea. Sound good? We are in Chiloe, an island off the coast of Patagonian Chile, not too far from the town of Puerto Montt. Join us to discover the highlights of Chiloe and Patagonia … Read More
Visiting Puerto Varas Chile- Lakes, Volcanos and More
Required Disclaimer: This post may contain products with affiliate links. If you make purchases using these links, we receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support. Puerto Varas Puerto Varas is a little slice of gourmet food, European influence and fantastic scenery tucked away in the Lakes & Volcano District of Chile. In the most Northern section of Patagonia it is a good place to start a Patagonian itinerary. Located along Lake Llanquihué, … Read More
Exploring the Natural Beauty of Bariloche
Required Disclaimer: This post may contain products with affiliate links. If you make purchases using these links, we receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support. San Carlos De Bariloche, or just Bariloche, is a beautiful town in Argentina on the shores of Lake (Lago) Nahuel Huapi. Looking like something from a child’s story book, Bariloche is picture perfect. The lake is a stunning deep blue color, especially when it reflects the sky. … Read More
Patagonia Seven Fascinating Facts of Interest
Required Disclaimer: This post may contain products with affiliate links. If you make purchases using these links, we receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support. Patagonia is the vast area at the bottom of South America. It is a land just calling out for descriptive adjectives: vast, remote, beautiful, breathtaking, windy, rugged, and wild. If you ever wanted to get away from it all and appreciate nature at its finest, Patagonia is … Read More