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34 THINGS TO DO IN PATAGONIA (DECEMBER 11 - DECEMBER 20)
Marble Caves or Cuevas de Mármol
This 6,000-year-old formation of marble caverns is washed with turquoise blue waters
Patagonia Wildlife
The fauna of Patagonia includes cute llamas, fast pumas, grand Andean condors, penguins, sea lions, and dolphins
Penguin Safari
Along with cute Chilean penguins you can see their friendly cohabitants including sea lions and lots of birds
Hiking in Patagonia
The wilderness of Chilean Patagonia is a natural refuge at the end of Earth able to cure the weary soul
Ice Field Trekking
Ten days spent in an endless ice field—challenging and gruelling, but also amazing and a truly unforgettable experience
Cycling
Stunning bike trails run from north to south all along the country, and on the border between Chile and Argentina
Wildflowers of Patagonia
Gorgeous colours paint the roadsides, grasslands, waterfalls, national parks, woods, and steppes of Chile
Penguins
With the beginning of spring in the Southern Hemisphere, Argentina becomes home to a huge Magellanic Penguin colony
Wild Horses
Meet incredibly fast and graceful animals living in the pristine corners of Argentina and Chile
Cape Horn
Discover the southernmost headland of Tierra del Fuego archipelago and the unique national park
Guanaco Fighting
According to the strict rules of the animal world, a male has to win the coveted female in a fight
Greater Rhea
There is a theory that the greater rhea is the first flightless bird and all kinds of ostriches are derived from them
Tierra del Fuego
The southernmost tip of the planet is often named "fin del mundo" or "end of the world"
Sailing and Cruising
The network of Patagonian waterways allows to discover the virgin beauty of gorgeous natural landscapes and local fauna
Perito Moreno Glacier
Don't be dissuaded by the popularity of this place because no matter how many tourists come, all these people are just a pathetic dot against the background of the vast mass of glacier!
Orcas around Valdes Peninsula
A hungry orca would come to up to the shore to catch a naive sea lion for lunch
White Water Rafting
Collect your team and set off to conquer river rapids on a raft in Patagonia
Pampas
Discover the mythical Pampas with its parks, reserves, and villages, meet face-to-face with gauchos, and learn about Argentina's traditional rural life
Cascada de Ventisquero Colgante
Visit the relatively new glacial waterfall at its fullest power!
Trekking in Bariloche
Bariloche is rightly called "South American Switzerland" and is ideal for trekking
Grazing Sheep
Remember the proverb: "Eagles fly alone, but sheep flock together?" Imagine what chaos could 60,000 sheep cause
Ice Climbing
Ice climbing is very popular, though dangerous, activity in Argentina
Domuyo Volcano
If you have an adventurous spirit and good stamina, explore the active Domuyo Volcano which still shakes and rumbles
Patagonian Cormorants
Check out four local shag species while they are nesting in colonies along Argentina's coastline
Kayaking
Jump into a boat and explore the water expanses of Patagonia
Burrowing Owl Nesting Season
These very pretty birds with big yellow eyes make their nests deep underground
Christmas Desserts & Sweets
Christmas is a time to taste Argentina's delicious food—especially sweet treats
Southern Giant Petrel
This truly giant bird impresses with its dimensions, as well as carrion-based diet, and is best observed in breeding colonies on Patagonian coast
Flamingo Watching
Pink flamingos are an amazing sight, especially when these birds get together in huge numbers
Birdwatching
Bird lovers from all over the world come to Esteros del Ibera hoping to see some of the world's rarest species
Windsurfing
Argentina has a pair of finest wind-blown lakes favoured by keen windsurfers
Beagle Channel
Follow the steps of Charles Darwin and see Patagonia the way he saw it in 1833
Southern Elephant Seals
The Southern Elephant Seals got their name because of the large trunk of adult males, which resembles an elephant's trunk.
Lady's Slipper
One of the most tender flowers of Patagonia
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Patagonian International Marathon
The running route winds through one of world's finest wild landscapes, breathtaking without any exaggeration
The Longest Night in the World
Every year on June 21 sleeping is forbidden in Ushuaia
Skiing and Snowboarding
The grand Andes Mountains and bizarre Chilean pipe-like volcanic slopes ensure a great skiing holiday
Rabas Fritas (Aros de Calamar)
Try this amazing and delicious snack that is ready in a few minutes!
Easter Food
The largest and most revered religious holiday in Argentina is also a great occasion to try local seasonal treats
Wild Berries
Prickly Heath and Wild Currant harvested at the end of the world's unpolluted wilderness are truly delicious
Sea Lion Pups
Check out these sea lions and their pups in Puerto Piramides!
Skiing and Snowboarding in the Andes
A ski trip to Argentina is especially nice for those who miss snow in Northern Hemisphere
Dog Sledding
A great way to discover the winter-time Patagonia
Lupin Blooming
Multi-coloured flowers cover the meadows, and besides the beauty, they bring nutritious snacks
