The 10 Best Free Things to do in Patagonia, Argentina

November 2, 2021 Florencio Paulino

Discover the best top things to do in Patagonia, Argentina including Cerro Fitz Roy, Mirador Lago Traful, Laguna Torre, Laguna de los Tres, Lago Argentino, Glacier Martial, Refugio Frey, Playa El Doradillo, Route of the Seven Lakes, Rio Azul.
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1. Cerro Fitz Roy

El Chalten Argentina http://www.elchalten.com
Excellent
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5.0 based on 2,867 reviews

Cerro Fitz Roy

Reviewed By Cjs800 - Shanghai, China

The Fitz Roy hike is absolutely amazing. It begins through varied terrains and finishes with a steep climb up to beautiful lake with views over the mountain peaks. Words cannot do this place justice.

2. Mirador Lago Traful

Lago Traful Se accede por la ruta provincial 65, Villa Traful Argentina
Excellent
78%
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5.0 based on 739 reviews

Mirador Lago Traful

3. Laguna Torre

Parque Nacional Los Glaciares, El Chalten Argentina http://www.elchalten.com/esp/actividades/lagunatorre.php
Excellent
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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!

4. Laguna de los Tres

Los Glaciares National Park Argentina http://www.facebook.com/adrian.javier.311/media_set
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5.0 based on 577 reviews

Laguna de los Tres

Reviewed By andreaa277 - Sydney, Australia

This is an amazing hike , all the terrain leading up to it (we started at Hosteria Pillar ) and of course the lakes at the top of that very steep climb. Then the walk back to town with the gorgeous (Patagonia emblem) as a backdrop. Start early we encountered crowds on the way back down at about 1pm . Keep in mind you will be sharing this walk with people that are hell bent on getting to the top I presume instagramming and hell bent on getting back down again. Still an amazing day - in summer the days are super long so you don't have to rush.

5. Lago Argentino

El Calafate Argentina +54 2902 49-2118 http://www.facebook.com/elcalafateturismooficial
Excellent
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4.5 based on 4,105 reviews

Lago Argentino

Located in Glacier National Park, this 15,000-year-old lake is the largest in Argentina.

Reviewed By Leebda

The colors were stunning and it truly is a wonderful lake next to the airport as you fly in! You can also take short or long boat trips out to see the various glaciers,

6. Glacier Martial

Ushuaia 9410 Argentina
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4.5 based on 3,139 reviews

Glacier Martial

A marked trail in the center of town leads intrepid souls on a grueling hike up this glacier, for which they are rewarded with spectacular sweeping views of the southernmost tip of the earth.

Reviewed By F1211SVelizabethd - Los Angeles, United States

I stayed in a hotel well up the road that leads to the Glacier so it was a nice hike from there. Although some people do it, I would not consider it safe to walk up the road from Ushuaia because of the nature of the road and lack of pavement for pedestrians. If you're in central Ushuaia, do get a taxi to a spot close to the Glacier (there's an actual tax rank, so you can get a taxi back.) I am not an experienced mountaineer and it was a glorious and not to difficult hike!

7. Refugio Frey

San Carlos de Bariloche Argentina +54 9 294 432-1856 http://www.trekbariloche.com/refugio-frey-trek.php
Excellent
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4.5 based on 632 reviews

Refugio Frey

Camping refuge in the mountain town of Bariloche.

Reviewed By GerogeH1968 - Vancouver, Canada

We hiked up here with the whole Fam. Incredible experience. The way up already feels like Lord of the Rings :) . The energy and view up there is magical! Totally recommended.

8. Playa El Doradillo

Route 42 Km 18 North, Puerto Madryn Argentina +54 9 280 467-6233 http://Www.wildskies.com.ar
Excellent
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4.5 based on 2,258 reviews

Playa El Doradillo

Reviewed By valentinagioiosa

Puerto Madryn is a really special place for me. It is a beautiful city where you can go in summer or in winter and you’ll have interesting things to do. In summer you can enjoy the beach and go to see the penguins, the killer whales or the dolphins and in winter you can go to see the whales. My favourite season to go is in winter i love to go to “El Doradillo” beach and just sit there watching the sea and the whales. And also there is a coffee shop called "Quemehuencho" they do the best churros in the world, if anyone goes to Puerto Madryn they should try them, you won't regret!

9. Route of the Seven Lakes

Ruta Nacional 40, San Martin de los Andes Argentina +54 2972 41-1300 http://www.destinoandino.tur.ar
Excellent
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4.5 based on 4,268 reviews

Route of the Seven Lakes

Reviewed By RicardoF4322 - Clyde, United States

This is a day trip from San Carlos de Bariloche to San Martin de los Andes. If you have the time you will enjoy the beauty of the scenery, spectacular!

10. Rio Azul

El Bolson Argentina +54 9 221 502-9395 http://www.facebook.com/Campo-Base-Hielo-Azul-2129660703946282/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 484 reviews

Rio Azul

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