Category Archives: Argentina

Remote Beauty at the End of the World

At the end of the world beckons a remote beauty: Patagonia. Here, mighty winds, glorious sun, epic starry skies, towering glaciers, majestic mountains and turquoise lakes create an exceptional landscape dotted with spirited gauchos, doe-eyed guanacos and soaring condors. Hike … Continue reading

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Update on Argentina visa fees of U.S. citizens

For our clients who are planning on going to Argentina: As of March 24, 2016, Argentina has decided to waive visa fees for U.S. citizens. You will not have to pay for a visa regardless of whether you are visiting … Continue reading

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Whale Season in Peninsula Valdes, Argentina

Southern Right Whales cresting just off the coast! The whales are back! The Southern Right Whales just arrived to the coast of the Peninsula Valdes in Argentina, as they do every year to give birth and mate. Now through November … Continue reading

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Orca Season on Peninsula Valdés, Argentina

Every year in March and April wildlife enthusiasts head to Punta Norte on the northeast corner of Argentina’s Peninsula Valdés. Travelers hope to see one of the world’s amazing marine phenomenons: orcas (also known as killer whales) that swim up … Continue reading

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Great Group Departures

For most of our destinations we offer custom departures for your private group. A few select destinations are best visited by joining a group with set dates – by joining a group we can offer you the best value and … Continue reading

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Bahia Bustamante: Argentina’s Wild Atlantic Coast

Bahia Bustamante is a coastal region in northern Patagonia located south of the Valdés Peninsula. Often overlooked, this region offers opportunities for travelers to discover local culture on ranches and to see and photograph abundant marine mammals and birds. Bahia … Continue reading

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Argentine Patagonia: Peninsula Valdés Sea Kayaking

The Peninsula Valdés is a pristine region situated on the Atlantic coast of northern Patagonia. This beautiful and wild region is home to an amazing variety of marine wildlife including southern right whales, sea lions, Magellanic penguins, elephant seals and … Continue reading

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Aconcagua: 2011-2012 Climbing Season

We are pleased to announce dates for the 2011-2012 climbing season for Aconcagua. The mountain is one of the “7 summits” and an exciting adventure if you have climbed Kilimanjaro and are looking for a slightly more challenging experience. Consider … Continue reading

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Aconcagua: packing for the trek and summit day

We had a great client question recently about what they should expect to pack on their Aconcagua trek in January, 2012 and more precisely, what they should expect to carry after the mules are done hauling the gear to Aconcagua’s … Continue reading

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Argentine Patagonia: Adventure Travel Trips

Patagonia is a vast region with a variety of striking ecosystems from the high Andes to the Atlantic coast. Visitors to this region can enjoy many outdoor  activities including trekking, sea kayaking and wildlife viewing in a diverse array of … Continue reading

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