10 Nature & Wildlife Areas in Patagonia That You Shouldn't Miss

August 22, 2021 Fernanda Pittenger

Discover the best top things to do in Patagonia, Argentina including Parque Nacional Nahuel Huapi, Laguna Torre, Cabalgatas del Tero, Punta Tombo, Cerros Negro & Monje Trail, Peninsula Valdes, La Leona Petrified Forest, Sendero al Mirador Bandurrias, Estancia 25 de Mayo, La Loberia - Punta Bermeja.
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1. Parque Nacional Nahuel Huapi

San Carlos de Bariloche Argentina +54 294 442-3111 [email protected] http://www.argentina.gob.ar/parquesnacionales
Excellent
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5.0 based on 3,144 reviews

Parque Nacional Nahuel Huapi

Reviewed By pshurd

This area is amazing. Well worth a trip to visit for several days. We were on a group trip & spent 4 nights. We could have easily stayed a full week & not seen it all. Incredible scenery. Hiking is great.

2. Laguna Torre

Parque Nacional Los Glaciares, El Chalten Argentina http://www.elchalten.com/esp/actividades/lagunatorre.php
Excellent
80%
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5.0 based on 1,515 reviews

Laguna Torre

Reviewed By watergirls2 - Cardiff-by-the-Sea, United States

Beautiful scenery, the hike was relatively easy to moderate. Recommend this hike if you are in El Chaltan for a few days. Mount Fitz Roy hike was our favorite! As others have said, the weather is unpredictable and you may start out with sunny weather and by the time you get to the Laguna Torre or other destinations it can be clouded over. We were lucky with abnormally warm weather and mostly clear good weather; however, if you can plan to spend some time at Laguna Torre or Fitz Roy since the weather changes so quickly you will likely be rewarded with clear views at some point during the day!

3. Cabalgatas del Tero

Ruta 40 Corner/exit with Rio Bonito street, Villa La Angostura 8407 Argentina +54 9 294 451-0559 http://www.facebook.com/cabalgatasdeltero/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 31 reviews

Cabalgatas del Tero

Salidas para ver Villa La Angostura desde los lugares mas privilegiados.Las cabalgatas se realizan en territorio del Parque Nacional Nahuel Huapi (PNNH), por lo que cabalgaremos, no sólo por la montaña, sino por tierras de un Parque Nacional, en una zona de extrema belleza donde habitan distintas especies de flora y fauna en su estado natural.

4. Punta Tombo

Ruta Provincial 1 approx 100 km from the cities of Rawson & Trelew, Dos Pozos Argentina http://www.puntatombo.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 2,213 reviews

Punta Tombo

Reviewed By erinecosta - Wilmington, United States

We decided last minute to make the trip from Buenos Aries when I saw images of these guys online. Although a bit of a hike to get down here, it was totally worth it! Spend a few hours just enjoying the beautiful weather and observing the penguins in their habitat. They aren’t afraid of people and will often walk right by you on the walking trails, so cute!

5. Cerros Negro & Monje Trail

Villa Traful Argentina
Excellent
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4.5 based on 37 reviews

Cerros Negro & Monje Trail

Reviewed By Naturaldog - New Haven, United States

~3700 feet (~1100 meters) of net vertical ascent. ~22 km round trip.Lots of volcanic sand/ash and loose rocks on the trail. Footing is not very good in a number of places, especially near the top. Trail is poorly marked in a number of places. A very good idea to have the Maps.me gps app installed on your cellphone. The trail is noted on map.me, which was very helpful to me when I got lost (despite perfect weather), which I did, 4 or 5 times. 2 hours 20 mins for me to ascend, including 2-3 stops to empty volcanic ash from low-cut hiking sneakers. The descent took about 3 hours, mainly because I lost the trail 3-4 times. Best to wear shoes that come up above the ankles to keep sand/ash and small rocks out. This is NOT a hike to do in marginal or bad weather. You will lose the trail, almost certainly. Others have written that the water near the top is drinkable. I would not advise this. Grazing animals, and evidence thereof, is everywhere. Best to bring your own water. I brought 3 liters on a cool day (22 C max), and I ran out of water with an hour still to go to get back to the car. This peak is known for very high winds that can come up suddenly. Be prepared. Enjoy! Not to be missed if the weather cooperates. Great views, solitude, majesty. Just wear the right shoes and bring plenty of water!

6. Peninsula Valdes

Puerto Madryn Argentina http://whc.unesco.org/pg.cfm?cid=31&id_site=937
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,278 reviews

Peninsula Valdes

Reviewed By IcyPlayz - Silver Spring, United States

We had a great tour guide with animal bones and other examples.We saw whales, sea lions, guanacos, sea elephants, mara, and sheep. We used Bottazzi tours. Since we were 5 people, we were given our own vehicle and guide. The boat ride was amazing. We saw many whales in groups since it is mating season. Unforgettable!

7. La Leona Petrified Forest

El Calafate 9405 Argentina http://www.elcalafate.tur.ar/component/k2/item/286-bosque-petrificado.html#
Excellent
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4.5 based on 254 reviews

La Leona Petrified Forest

Reviewed By cougfanz - Montevideo, Uruguay

This place is not highly promoted by the tours in town, but definitely not to be missed. The terrain is unreal with a landscape unlike any we've seen. Our guide was amazing as she shared the history and culture of the area. Yes...there are REAL dinosaur bones and fossils you can actually pick up and hold there. The hike is not as strenuous as it would seem. Don't miss this place!

8. Sendero al Mirador Bandurrias

San Martin de los Andes Argentina http://www.sanmartindelosandes.gov.ar/turismo/aventura_y_deporte/caminatas-miradorbandurriaslaislitacaminata.html
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,011 reviews

Sendero al Mirador Bandurrias

Reviewed By Europamonkey - London, United Kingdom

This is a fairly easy walk up to a great viewpoint above Lake Lácar. It is clearly signposted from the end of the lakeside beach in the town, and starts incongruously beside the sewage works. It is uphill, but is fairly easy to follow the well trodden path. Other pathways lead off but stick to the main track, signposted at one point to La Islita. Almost at the top, there is a kiosk run by the local community, at which a 15 peso per person charge is levied to go on through their private land to the viewpoint. They also sell refreshments. Good walking footwear is recommended, as much for the way down as going up. The views at the top are fantastic, and well worth the calorie burning trek up. The path continues from the kiosk down to the beach...but what goes down must come back up.

9. Estancia 25 de Mayo

Estancia 25 de Mayo Ushuaia 200, El Calafate 9405 Argentina +54 2902 49-1450 [email protected] http://www.estancia25demayo.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 296 reviews

Estancia 25 de Mayo

Estancia 25 de Mayo cuenta con 17.000 hectáreas de campo, y su antiguo casco queda ubicado a pasos del centro de El Calafate, un lugar ideal donde poder descansar y disfrutar del paisaje al pie del Cerro Calafate, respirando el más puro aire patagónico. Una propuesta para descubrir el costado rural del destino en esta gran estancia pionera.

Reviewed By 419trishap - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

I wasnt too sure about booking this tour however so glad I did. The Estancia was very beautiful . Got to know a lot about the everyday routine at the farm. Also tasted some good coffee made by dunking a smokey charcoal, mulled wine and snacks before the big fiesta we had for dinner. Dinner was delicious and much more impressive then expected. Alcoholic beverages are extra however very reasonably priced. I had a fund evening and would recommend this tour for everyone.

10. La Loberia - Punta Bermeja

RP 1, Km 30, Viedma 8501 Argentina +54 2920 42-7171 [email protected] http://viedma.gov.ar/turismo/la-loberia-reserva-faunistica-punta-bermeja/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 183 reviews

La Loberia - Punta Bermeja

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