Patagonia Today

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Patagonia is one of the least populated regions in the world. Its past of myth and mystery has conferred this region an indelible mark: the end of the world, the realm of loneliness and wind, the land of no shelter. But its name also evokes challenge, fulfilling dreams, possibilities, a pioneer soul…
All this and much more is Patagonia today. We invite you to learn about the current problems, claims, its achievements and production. Patagonia’s vibrant present is here, discover it!

Route 40: From Alto Río Senguer to Río Mayo

Continuing along this solitary stretch of Route 40 we begin to be able to see guanacos (large mammals similar to llamas) and ñandúes (large birds similar to ostriches) grazing in the distance. There are only 3 km of asphalt on...

Route 40: From Río Mayo to Perito Moreno

Within a few Kilometers of leaving Río Mayo we enter the province of Santa Cruz.The road is well marked, but the 125 km stretch is unpaved for 112 km and lacks services. The trip continues to pass through the steppes. This...

Route 40: From Perito Moreno to Gobernador Gregores

It is 128km of gravel road in good condition from Perito Moreno to Bajo Caracoles. Bajo Caracoles is not interesting from a tourist standpoint, but it must be mentioned as a resting point and as a place to purchase provisions...

Route 40: To Cañadón del Río Pinturas and Cueva de las Manos

In order to get to the Cueva de las Manos you must travel 160 km south. The road is gravel but well-maintained. If you plan to visit either El Chaltén or El Calafate, it is advisable to leave this excursion...

Route 40: To Los Antiguos and Lago Buenos Aires

In order to go to Los Antiguos, one must travel 60km on asphalt towards the mountain range, along the south shore of the beautiful Lake Buenos Aires. After traveling for about 10km from Perito Moreno you can already begin to...

Route 40: From Gobernadores Gregores to El Calafate

Route 40 continues southward, passing Tres Lagos (Three Lakes), 200 km from Gregores. A little after Tres Lagos we meet up with Provincial Route 23 which can take us to El Chaltén, National Capital of Trekking. This route borders Lake Viedma...

Cristina Estancia

To visit Estancia Cristina, in the heart of the Glaciers National Park, is a genuine Patagonia experience. It is also the only chance to observe the giant Upsala Glacier. The Upsala Glacier forms a tongue of ice that is 50...

Nibepo Aike Estancia

Nibepo Aike is a historical place, founded at the beginning of the 20 th century, situated in an unbeatable spot, on the margins of Lake Argentino. It is a full day excursion, covering the roads of the steppe, with a view...

Estancia Harberton

The visit to Estancia Harberton is of great historical value. Estancia Harberton was founded in 1886 by the Anglican missionary Thomas Bridges. It is located 85 km. Ushuaia, eastbound. It is accessible by land through National Route N º 3...

Penguins´ rookery and Estancia Harberton

A day trip that combines a visit to Martillo Island Penguin Rookery with Estancia Harberton, the first settlement in Tierra del Fuego Island. This excursion is long—6 to 9 hours—but worth it. First, you head east where you will pass...