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Patagonia Highlights (8 Nights)

9 days
From El Chalten to Punta Arenas
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Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Guided in English, Spanish
Group Size 1 - 6
Age range 18 to 99
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Highlights

  • Explore self-guided trails at Glaciers National Park
  • Trek to Laguna de los Tres and Mount Fitz Roy
  • Experience the moving Perito Moreno Glacier
  • Embark on a full-day Torres del Paine tour
  • Discover diverse flora and fauna in Patagonia

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 El Chalten
  2. Day 2 El Chalten
  3. Day 3 El Chalten
  4. Day 4 El Chalten - El Calafate
  5. Day 5 El Calafate
  6. Day 6 El Calafate
  7. Day 7 El Calafate – Puerto Natales
  8. Day 8 Puerto Natales
  9. Day 9 Puerto Natales – Punta Arenas
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  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Guide
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Number of tours

90

Age Range

18 to 99 years old

Response time

9 hours

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

  • Patagonia Highlights (8 Nights) reviewer 1
    · March 11th, 2023
    Horrible accommodation! The company found the cheapest hostels, especially in the city of Ushuaia: Hostel Los Cormoranes, the most terrible place I have been in my life. The tour in this company is not cheap, for that kind of money I did not expect such an attitude. I do not recommend Tourradar and Hi Argentina. I will never use their services again!
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    Hi Travel Argentina commented on this review
    We’re very sorry to hear that your accommodation in Ushuaia did not meet your expectations Anastasia. Your comfort is important to us, and we regret that the lodging provided fell short. We always aim to balance quality with availability, but we... Show more
    Trip date: March 2023

Dates & Availability

9 days
Patagonia Highlights (8 Nights)
From El Chalten to Punta Arenas

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    Cheryl

    Asked on December 30th, 2024

    What are the multiple options to upgrade the accommodations to private rooms and the how much are the additional costs?

    Accommodation
    Price / Availability
    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten December 2024

      We have hostel shared or double and budget hotel double. Once you choose the departure date, you can check those options and the prices.

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      Cheryl

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      If we like to arrange a camping night at Poincenot Camp on Day 3 instead of staying in El Chaten, can it be arranged?

    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten January 2025

      We can reduce the night on day 3 and you will have to book Poincenot camp on your own.

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      Cheryl

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      Can you customize the order of the itinerary to arrive in el Calafate & transfer to Puerto Natales(2 nights) and complete the Tores Del Paine excursion first and then travel to El Chaten (for 3 nights) and finally El Calafate (3 nights)?

    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten January 2025

      We can customize. Are you traveling in argentina after and before this tour? Because maybe we can add a torres del paine day tour from Calafate instead of travelling to Puerto Natales. On the same of arrival, it's not possible to cross border to chile as the bus departs 8 am. You will have to spend one night in Calafate and then travel to Puerto Natales.

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    Josephine

    Asked on December 5th, 2024

    I would like to join your Patagonia Highlights tour in February, could you please give me more details?

    Tour Details
    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten December 2024

      Are looking for a group tour? Because this is an independent tour.

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      Josephine

      TravelerWritten December 2024

      Can only groups book this tour?

    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten December 2024

      No, you can take this tour. Let me know your doubts and I'll send your the information.

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    Jenna

    Asked on June 18th, 2024

    So the transportation to and from city to city will be public buses? Will there be a guide or someone to make sure I get on the right bus?

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    • J

      Jenna

      TravelerWritten June 2024

      I have a question about El Chalten glacier, does the full day tour include the boat ride also to get up close to it?

    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten June 2024

      Transportation will be public buses. Bus stations in these cities are small and there are a few bus companies. It's normally very easy to find the bus.

    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten June 2024

      The full day tour does not include the boat ride. You can add it for an extra cost of 76 USD for the boat trip.

    • J

      Jenna

      TravelerWritten July 2024

      I've been reading that both El Chalten and Torres de Paine are part of the same park, is there any difference in the views, what to see, or hikes?

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      Jenna

      TravelerWritten July 2024

      Is there a possibility of staying inside Torres de Paine park a day to spend an extra day there?

    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten July 2024

      El Chalten is located in Argentina and Torres del Paine in Chile. It's a different view and landscape.

    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten July 2024

      Yes, there are hotels, refugios or campings in Torres del Paine. Our included nights are in Puerto Natales, not in the national park.

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    William

    Asked on July 28th, 2023

    For this Patagonia hightlight tour, you do not have date for 2024, only 2023 are available?

    Price / Availability
    Tour Details
    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten July 2023

      We'll be adding new departures in August. There is a blockout from 1st April to 1st September due to winter season.

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    Janet

    Asked on January 29th, 2023

    I'm interested in the tour but I hold a Vietnamese passport and visa is required to go to Argentina. Do you guys help with getting visa

    Visa
    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten January 2023

      No, the visa is a personal procedure and the passenger is in charge of.

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    Graham

    Asked on December 15th, 2022

    is transfer from airport to el chalten accommodation included?

    Flights / Transfers
    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten December 2022

      Yes, it's included but if the arrival is later than 15hs the transfer is to the bus terminal and there you'll have a regular bus to the chalten bus terminal.

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      Graham

      TravelerWritten December 2022

      What time is the transfer from Puerto Natales to PUQ airport? Is it flexible? I am looking at a 9am flight.

    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten December 2022

      it's a 3 hous ride and the first departure is 7am, with that flight you'll not be able to make it on time

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    Rachael

    Asked on December 12th, 2022

    Can you give me a quote from buenos aires to/from El calafate

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      Rachael

      TravelerWritten December 2022

      I have question about the to Perito Moreno Glacier Full Day tour on Day 4, is the boat ride included?

    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten December 2022

      Ok, great! The boat ride is not included. You can book it in advance or directly during the tour

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      Rachael

      TravelerWritten December 2022

      can we do mini trekking/ice hiking while in Perito Moreno Glacier Full day tour on Day 4? Are we going to have enough time to do the boat ride also?

    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten December 2022

      Hi, the minitrekking is a full day tour, you'll need to have an extra day at the park to be able to make it.

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    Jean

    Asked on November 29th, 2022

    Would it be safe to book a flight out of Punta Arenas at 4pm?

    Flights / Transfers
    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten November 2022

      These are the departure times 07:00/ 10:00/ 12:30/ 15:00/ 17:15/ 19:00/ 21:00. Please have in mind that it takes 3hs for the bus to get to the airport

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    Amy

    Asked on November 22nd, 2022

    Would like to know if there is an additional cost for solo travelers? How much do I need to pay for single accommodation?

    Price / Availability
    Single supplement
    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten November 2022

      You can choose between hostel single(1153 USD) or budget hotel single(1500 USD).

  • J

    Jason

    Asked on November 14th, 2022

    How can I find the bus that takes me to El Chalten from El Calafate airport? Is that the same bus that takes me during the trip?

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    Transport
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      Jason

      TravelerWritten November 2022

      What are the hostels like? Can you please provide a few pictures?

    • J

      Jason

      TravelerWritten November 2022

      I have a Indian passport with USA visa. I live in USA now. Do I need Argentina and Chile visa?

    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten November 2022

      In the vouchers you'll have the information of the provider. They are going to wait for you with a sign with your name. It's a small airport, it's not difficult to find the bus.

    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten November 2022

      The hostels we normally use for this tour are Calafate Hostel or Hostel Del Glaciar Pioners(Calafate) Rancho Grance(Chalten) Puma House(Puerto Natales)

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      Jason

      TravelerWritten November 2022

      In order to get a private room with a private bathroom what option should we choose? Do Hostel Double and Budget Hotel Double both offer that?

    • Hi Travel ArgentinaOperatorWritten November 2022

      You'll need a visa for Argentina but in Chile 'Nationals of India holding a Visa issued by the USA (all types except Visa C) with at least 6 months of validity, or Green Card, Not required'

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Tour ID: 174185

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  • Plugs & Adapters

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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Argentina and Chile. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Argentina and Chile. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Argentina and Chile. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Argentina and Chile. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Recommended for Argentina. Ideally 10 days before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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    • For any tour departing before July 27th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 27th, 2025, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Hi Travel Argentina. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 40 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Hi Travel Argentina will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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