What to do and see in Patagonia, Argentina: The Best Geologic Formations

June 12, 2021 Flossie Demartino

Discover the best top things to do in Patagonia, Argentina including Perito Moreno National Park, Piedra Parada, Los Glaciares, Perito Moreno Glacier, Glaciar del Hielo Azul, Amanecer en El Chalten, Glaciar Spegazzini, Caves of Pilo Lil, Pasarelas Perito Moreno, Upsala Glacier.
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1. Perito Moreno National Park

Perito Moreno Argentina 02962-491477 [email protected] https://www.argentina.gob.ar/parquesnacionales/peritomoreno
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5.0 based on 6,639 reviews

Perito Moreno National Park

A trip to this imposing glacier gives you a chance to walk on the ice wearing cleats and to see and hear a truly astounding spectacle: blocks of ice rupturing and floating away as icebergs.

Reviewed By LondonWiggies - London, United Kingdom

A true world class must see Do your research and spend as much of a full day as you can As well as the boardwalks and the many vistas, we did the boat trip and mini hike on the glacier. The crampons took a little getting used to and the on glacier ice hike was not for the faint hearted or physically impaired. It was done by the National Park staff very well. It wasn’t cheap, but we felt we experienced everything this remarkable national park has to offer Unmissable

2. Piedra Parada

Gualjaina Argentina
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5.0 based on 91 reviews

Piedra Parada

Reviewed By Tour46256737842

I have climbed at many crags of Europe and North America but I've never been in a place as stunning and with so many high-quality routes as Piedra Parada. It's without a doubt my number 1 experience so far for several reasons. To start, there are literally thousands of routes covering the whole spectrum of grades and styles of climbing, all of which are clearly described and categorized in the fantastic Petzl climbing guidebook. Then the vibe at the Cañadon de la Buitrera (the name of the canyon) is just fantastic. We met friendly people from all over the world, enjoying and sharing together this spectacular place, and then in the evening you meet them all again and can share a beer together at Moncada's campground! We made awesome friendships and got to climb together for a week with some really great people. The cherry on the cake has to be the view of the amazing Piedra right in front of our tent every morning when we got up. Bonus points for the refreshing river running right next to the campground where we took some much needed dips! I'd really recommend this spot to anybody who visits Argentina and is into climbing! Best time of the year to go is October/November through March!

3. Los Glaciares

Parque Nacional Los Glaciares, El Calafate Argentina
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Los Glaciares

4. Perito Moreno Glacier

Los Glaciares National Park Argentina (54-11) 3985-3800 [email protected] http://www.argentina.gob.ar/parquesnacionales
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Perito Moreno Glacier

Reviewed By mattontwowheels - Stirling, United Kingdom

The glacier is breathtaking and is well worth the excursion from El Calafate, particularly on an organised tour with an experienced guide who can offer insights into the nature and geography of the park.

5. Glaciar del Hielo Azul

El Bolson Argentina
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Glaciar del Hielo Azul

Reviewed By rebeccaE86

I hiked to the Refugio from Dona Rosa, it took me 7h15. To gauge my fitness I run 5km in 32 minutes. If you are less fit than me it will take you much longer - be aware of the sunset.There were people arriving in the dark. That is dangerous! In March 2019 the Refugio cost 500peso. I bought a pizza for 500 and a beer for 130. (Inflation is 30% here next year the prices will be much more). The following morning I hiked to the glacier. The return trip to the Refugio was 3h15. It then took 5h30 to return to Dona Rosa. I had booked a taxi for 6pm. It was quite a challenge to make it on time! You can get a map and register your hike with the mountain service in El Bolson beside the pond in the centre of town. You must hike with 1.5L of water, a torch, a sleeping bag, sturdy shoes and lots of snacks. A two or 3 Refugio hike would be easier than the hike I did - after the glacier you can hike to Natacion Refugio which takes much less time than climbing down the mountain.

6. Amanecer en El Chalten

El Chalten Argentina
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Amanecer en El Chalten

7. Glaciar Spegazzini

Parque Nacional Los Glaciares, Los Glaciares National Park Argentina http://www.parquesnacionales.gob.ar/areas-protegidas/region-patagonia-austral/pn-los-glaciares
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Glaciar Spegazzini

Reviewed By ettorepavan - Argentina, null

Spectacular trip on a speed boat along a lot of glaciar in Argentinian lake. I've never seen a so incredible place where you can arrive so close to the glacier ad hear the noise of the moving peace of glacier

8. Caves of Pilo Lil

Camino de Alumine a Junin de los Andes a 55 km de Alumine, Alumine 8371 Argentina
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Caves of Pilo Lil

9. Pasarelas Perito Moreno

Parque Nacional Los Glaciares, El Calafate 9405 Argentina +54 2902 49-1005 http://www.losglaciares.com/en/parque/index.html
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Pasarelas Perito Moreno

Reviewed By andreacrane - Alnwick, United Kingdom

Simply stunning - this was one of the most amazing things I have ever seen! So beautiful - awesome in the true sense of the word.

10. Upsala Glacier

El Calafate Argentina +54 2902 49-2118 http://www.elcalafate.tur.ar/glaciar-upsala-en.htm
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Upsala Glacier

At 37 miles long, this glacier is considered one of the longest in South America.

Reviewed By 1000mL - Arnold, United States

Worth the rough boat ride, the glacial winds that literally knock you down, and the 4x4 trek to see this beauty up close!

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