Things to do in Patagonia, Argentina: The Best Outdoor Activities

August 3, 2021 Harland Bartelt

Discover the best top things to do in Patagonia, Argentina including Laguna de los Tres, Cerro Castor (Castor Mount), Cerro Chapelco, Glacier Martial, Refugio Frey, Catedral Alta Patagonis, Ushuaia Bay, Cerro Tronador, Playa El Doradillo, Route of the Seven Lakes.
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1. Laguna de los Tres

Los Glaciares National Park Argentina http://www.facebook.com/adrian.javier.311/media_set
Excellent
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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.

2. Cerro Castor (Castor Mount)

Ushuaia Argentina +54 2901 49-9302 http://www.cerrocastor.com
Excellent
63%
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4.5 based on 2,345 reviews

Cerro Castor (Castor Mount)

About twenty ski slopes of various difficulty levels, all with stunning views, adorn this modern ski facility.

3. Cerro Chapelco

San Martin de los Andes Q8370DXQ Argentina
Excellent
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4.5 based on 2,053 reviews

Cerro Chapelco

4. Glacier Martial

Ushuaia 9410 Argentina
Excellent
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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!

5. Refugio Frey

San Carlos de Bariloche Argentina +54 9 294 432-1856 http://www.trekbariloche.com/refugio-frey-trek.php
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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.

6. Catedral Alta Patagonis

Edificio Telesilla Sextuple, 1er. piso - Base Cerro Catedral, San Carlos de Bariloche 8400 Argentina +54 294 440-9000 [email protected] https://www.catedralaltapatagonia.com/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 5,283 reviews

Catedral Alta Patagonis

Ski and mountain resort at Catedral Mountain in Bariloche, Patagonia Argentina. Open all-year-round.

7. Ushuaia Bay

Ushuaia Argentina
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,266 reviews

Ushuaia Bay

Sailing on her bay is a great way to see the city of Ushuaia.

Reviewed By WorldTravelers34 - Chicago, United States

We passed through Ushuaia Bay on our cruise. Ushuaia was one of our port stops. Ushuaia Bay is the wide sweeping harbor of the world’s southernmost city, Ushuaia. The bay has a scenic setting, with the forested slopes of the snowcapped Andes to the north and the icy waters of the Beagle Channel to the south. The waterfront of Ushuaia Bay is just a short walk from the steep streets of Ushuaia’s city center.

8. Cerro Tronador

San Carlos de Bariloche Argentina +54 294 442-8273 http://www.barilocheturismo.gob.ar/es/actividades-cerro-tronador
Excellent
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4.5 based on 4,350 reviews

Cerro Tronador

Reviewed By globaltrotter_carol - Rotterdam, The Netherlands

I did a two day hike. Started the hike in pampa Linda. The rood to the starting point is only open in the morning, to go to pampa Linda in the afternoon you can only leave this rood. Narrow rood. In the bezinning the hike is easy. After a few km you started climing. It is 15 km to refugio Roca were you can stay for the night. Naar the refugio you can walk to the waterfalls. They are nice. Large refugio. They serve dinner and you can buy a Packed lunch. If you continue thuis hike you will decent rapidly. You will hear the whole time ICE Breaking from the glacier. Really cool. I think you will see 3/4 glaciers, i think it has in Total 8 glaciers but you cannot see them all. After 3/4 km you walk in the woods. Kind of hard lost of trees on the Path. Not an easy hike. I think most of the people need 5 a 6 hours for the 12 km. Really muddy. The last 2 km are easy. Around 4 you have to take a boot then a bus for 3=km and then an other boot and you will arrive hear llao llao. This part is really good organized. When you have bought your boot ticket , boot can be late the rest is smootly. They take care of your backpack in the harbor of llao llao you get it back. Take a warm jacket with you can be a bit cold on board.

9. 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!

10. 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!

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