Patagonia Overland - Buenos Aires to El Calafate

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Buenos Aires

Arrive in Buenos Aires at any time.

Day 2-3 Puerto Madryn

Catch a flight south to the city of Trelew, and transfer towards the Valdes Peninsula and the town of Puerto Madryn. Enjoy a free day in Puerto Madryn to choose from one of the many optional activities available, such as an excursion into the Valdes Peninsula Wildlife Reserve or whale watching. In Puerto Madryn we will meet the drivers and see the truck that will take us on our journey.

Day 4-6 Comodoro Rivadavia, Perito Moreno (2B,3L,3D)

Leaving Puerto Madryn, head south on our overland truck and get up close and personal with the wild beauty of upper Patagonia. Camp under the stars and at a local "estancia" (ranch) where the Patagonia sunsets will leave lasting memories.

Day 7 Route 40, Tres Lagos (B,L,D)

Continue your journey along the fabled "Route 40," the main highway that runs the length of Argentina from the northern deserts all the way to deep into southern Patagonia.

Days 8-10 El Chaltén (1B,2L)

A gorgeous journey brings us to the hamlet of El Chaltén, our base for exploring the nearby Glacier National Park. Here the trekking opportunities and natural beauty are some of the best in the world! We include 1 full day of trekking and have a free day to further explore the area, home to Mount Fitzroy and the striking Cerro Torre, where you will be surrounded by towering granite peaks, lagoons, and great wildlife possibilities. Keep your eyes to the skies for condor spotting!

Day 11-12 El Calafate

Spot rhea and guanaco by the road as a short journey brings us further south and to our final destination of the trip at El Calafate. This pleasant city is located on the shores of Lake Argentina, and is a major centre in Patagonia. A free day here will allow you to take an optional excursion to the stunning Perito Moreno Glacier.

Trip Details

Accommodation	Simple hotels and estancia (10 nts - possibility of multi-share), camping (2 nts).
Group Size	Max 18, Avg 12
Included Highlights	-Entrance and guided visit to the Cave of the Painted Hands-Full day hike in Glacier National Park
Local Payment	USD250
Meals Included	All meals as indicated throughout itinerary.
Reverse Itinerary	This trip also runs in reverse - see trip code SALP.
StartFinish	Buenos Aires to El Calafate
Transport	Local flight, Overland truck.
Brochure Intro	Experience the wild natural beauty up close and personal in this Overland adventure through Patagonia! The long stretching pampas of these southern lands are a stark contrast to the peaks of the Andes and glacial fields that make this region famous. Plenty of time for optional excursions and a participatory Overland experience truly make for an adventure of a lifetime.

When can I go?

Start Date	Finish Date	Places Available
2008-10-29	2008-11-10	7+
2008-11-25	2008-12-07	7+
2008-12-22	2009-01-03	7+

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