Chile & Argentina's Patagonia
Your father-daughter journey through Patagonia takes you through the Chilean and Argentine sides of this amazing national park.
Chile and Argentina promise extraordinary experiences thanks to the wildly different landscapes encompassed within their borders. Patagonia features spectacular mountains, glaciers, and crystalline blue lakes. From Torres del Paine National Park, head over to the Argentine side of Patagonia, staying in El Calafate, home to the incredible Perito Moreno Glacier.
Dec. 1 - 5: Torres del Paine | 4 nights
Dec. 5 - 8: El Calafate | 3 nights
Dec. 8: Buenos Aires
Marking the beginning of summer in the southern hemisphere, December is the best month to visit Chile. In Santiago, you'll enjoy sunny days rarely falling below 73°F or exceeding 91°F. In the Atacama, high temperatures are around 79°F, rarely falling below 75°F or exceeding 84°F. In Torres del Paine, the average minimum temperature can reach 44°F at night. December is a dry month so you're in luck!
- You don't need a tourist visa for Chile or Argentina if you're traveling with a passport from the United States.
- Fully vaccinated travelers must present a valid vaccination certificate showing they received a full course of vaccination to enter Chile.
- Fully vaccinated travelers don’t need proof of a negative COVID-19 test result before traveling to Chile.
These guidelines are for reference only. Scenset holds no responsibility for travel restrictions. Travelers are responsible for ensuring the right documentation to travel.
Greeting by your host at your hotel in Santiago and private transfer to the airport for your flight to Puerto Natales.
Fly from Santiago to Puerto Natales, depending on flight schedules and availability. The flight is approximately 4 hours.
- These will be available 11 months prior to your travel dates.
Arrival flight to Puerto Natales, where you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel facing Torres del Paine National Park (approx. 1.5 hours).
Torres del Paine National Park was declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 1978 and is located within Chilean Patagonia, 150km to the north of Puerto Natales. The park consists of 242,000 hectares (the size of Luxembourg) and is renowned for the structure of its mountains, glaciers and lakes and the wide variety of its flora and fauna. It is considered by many to be the most beautiful park in the world.
At Explora Patagonia, the Andes mountains are your playground. Below are a few suggested activities, but you may read more about what's on offer here.
Travel through the eastern sector of the park combining stretches in a van with short walks. This sector is mainly characterized by the presence of animals such as guanacos, pumas and a diversity of birds, as well as its extensive pampas, typical of the Patagonian steppe. First, you'll visit the Nordenskjöld Lake viewpoint and the Paine Grande waterfall, then you'll travel by van to the Los Cisnes Lagoon and finally to the Amarga Lagoon.
Visit the south-west area of the park, making various stops and short walks that will allow us to discover important landmarks in the history of Patagonia and the national park. Cross various ecosystems associated with higher humidity, such as the banks of the Serrano River or the Lenga and Ñirre forests. You will have the opportunity to see various types of waterfowl, while you make stops to observe the lake and Gray Glacier, share a tea and enjoy one of the best views of the Paine massif.
This walk amongst orchids and ñirres offers incredible views of Pehoé Lake, the Paine mountain range and the Paine River in the distance. Exit the main road following the shore of Pehoé Lake and ascend to the triangular rock marked on the map.
Why we love it for you? Explora in Torres del Paine was designed as the perfect haven for exploring the region’s wondrous geography and wildlife. Besides the favored location inside Torres del Paine National Park, this lodge’s architecture was planned in a way that interferes the least possible with its natural surroundings. It is an extension of the territory.
Explora Torres del Paine
2 Salto Chico Rooms
- Inclusions: All meals and drinks.
From Torres del Paine, greeting by your host and private transfer to El Calafate (approx. 5 hours). Assistance will be provided with crossing the border.
El Calafate, home to the Perito Moreno Glacier, is the beating heart of Patagonia with outstanding natural beauty. Enjoy a full day at the national park, as well as time at leisure to enjoy Patagonian dishes. For those who cannot hike, we can arrange for a boat tour along the glacier instead of the ice trek, which is strenuous on the knees.
Your host will take you to the Glaciarium museum. The Glaciarium is a modern museum dedicated to the glaciers of the area. It features an ice bar in the basement where we recommend getting drinks in parkas. The museum and bar closes in the evening.
Spend the next full day at Los Glaciares National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and its keynote Perito Moreno Glacier. Walk along the 4km of catwalks facing the glacier. Cruise along Perito Moreno, then ice trek in and around the huge moulins, caves, crevasses and ice formations of incredible shades of blue.
Embark on a boat trip from Punta Bandera harbor in the morning across Lake Argentino into the Upsala Channel with views of icebergs and glaciers. Disembark at Estancia Cristina and hop onto 4×4 vehicles to take you through the Feruglio Mountains. Trek over terrain characterized by glacial erosion, until reaching the Upsala Glacier Lookout. End your day with a tour of the remote estate.
Why we love it for you? With over 10,000 acres of land, the best part of Eolo is that you feel like you’re in the most remote part of Patagonia but with the convenience of a nearby airport. Days can be spent horseback riding the seemingly endless grounds or trekking along glaciers when feeling adventurous, but taking in the views of the steppes from your bedroom window is just as gratifying. In the restaurant, all-inclusive includes the very best of Argentina, from the ingredients to the wine.
Eolo Lodge
2 Superior Rooms
- Inclusions: All meals and drinks.
Greeting by your host and private transfer to the El Calafate Airport for your flight to Buenos Aires.
Fly from El Calafate to Buenos Aires, depending on flight schedules and availability. The flight is approximately 4 hours.
- These will be available 11 months prior to your travel dates.
Arrival at Buenos Aires AEP Airport where you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel.
If you like what you read and are ready to pull the trigger on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure, please let us know. We would be thrilled to secure all the reservations for you and make sure everything is taken care of, including special surprises along the way.