Matt Munro
Patagonia
On South America’s southern frontier, nature grows wild, barren and beautiful. Spaces are large, as are the silences that fill them. For the newly arrived, such emptiness can be as impressive as the sight of Patagonia’s jagged peaks, pristine rivers and dusty backwater oases. In its enormous scale, Patagonia offers a wealth of potential experiences and landscapes.
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Hiking
A massive rewilding project aims to put this under-visited part of Argentina’s Patagonia on the map
Feb 8, 2023 • 4 Min read
Here’s an exciting to reason to visit the Argentine side of the Patagonian region.
Activities
10 of the best outdoor activities in Patagonia: amazing adventures in stunning landscapes
Jan 31, 2022 • 11 Min read
Make the most of Patagonia's pristine wilderness with these amazing outdoor activities.
Road Trips
8 of the best road trips in Patagonia: explore remote and iconic landscapes by car
Jan 27, 2022 • 12 Min read
With remote destinations at the end of scenic roads, road-tripping is the best way to explore Patagonia. Here are the top driving routes.
Wildlife & Nature
Where to see wildlife in Patagonia
Jan 23, 2022 • 9 Min read
Wondering which creatures should make your bucket list? Here’s our guide to the region’s most iconic animals and birds, and where best to find them.
National Parks
18 unmissable experiences in Patagonia
Jan 18, 2022 • 13 Min read
Here are our picks for exploring the best forests, mountains, glacial lakes and grasslands of Patagonia, one of the world’s most epic places.
Cycling
Tips for getting around Patagonia by plane, bus, car and boat
Dec 16, 2021 • 7 Min read
Here is all you need to know about how to get around Chilean and Argentinean Patagonia by plane, bus, boat, bicycle and car.
Activities
Patagonia's national parks feel like the edge of the world
Dec 13, 2021 • 11 Min read
Split between Chile and Argentina, Patagonia and neighbouring Tierra del Fuego boast more than a dozen national parks. Here are the parks you need to know.
Destination Practicalities
Why now is the best time to go penguin-spotting in Patagonia (and other great times to visit)
Dec 13, 2021 • 8 Min read
When to visit Patagonia for trekking, horseback riding, white-water rafting, ice climbing, kayaking, wildlife spotting and visiting Torres del Paine.
Hiking
The 18 best free – or almost free – things to do in Patagonia
Dec 3, 2021 • 10 Min read
Patagonia can be the most expensive place to visit in Chile and Argentina. But fear not! These are the best things to do for free (or almost free).
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