The best fishing locations in Patagonia

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Jan 082013

Fishing season in Patagonia begins in November and lasts until April. Below we provide you with a list of the best places for practicing this thrilling sport.

At the foot of the Lanín Volcano
Within the Lanín National Park, near Junín de los Andes, lies the Chimehuín River. It is a true paradise for fly fishing. The site is highly valued for its spectacular scenery and the size and characteristic of its fish which includes rainbow trout, brown trout, brook trout and landlocked salmon.


Among the glaciers
In the Glaciers National Park, on the shores of Lake Roca and at the foot of the Cristal Mountain, there are large specimens of rainbow trout, Canadian trout and lake trout. Accommodations are available in El Calafate. Tours leave the city in 4×4 vehicles and travel approximately 31 miles to the desired location. Initial stops are made in small shelters near the Perito Moreno Glacier.

Near the Fitz Roy Mountain
In the town of El Chaltén, Lake Desierto and the Vueltas River are the two most recommended fishing locations. Further north and within the same province of Santa Cruz is Lake Buenos Aires. Here you can fish brown and rainbow trout weighing up to 13 pounds. Spinning is the most common type of fishing.

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At the end of the earth
The province of Tierra del Fuego has an amazing treasure; the Rio Grande, home to sea trout weighing up to 22 pounds.

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Trips to Argentina: Patagonia

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Nov 232012
Trips to Argentina: Patagonia

We continue organizing the blog articles by region, so that it is easier for you to navigate, research and plan a trip to Argentina. In reviewing previous articles it became clear that I needed to add a more integrative post regarding Patagonia. Due to the enormity of its territory, organizing information can become complicated. Thus, I believe it is better to outline basic information which you will find in this post and offer more in-depth details via links. Click on the titles below highlighted in blue in order to obtain more detailed information. Patagonia is the southernmost region of Argentina. It encompasses the Neuquén, Río Negro, Chubut, Santa Cruz and Tierra del Fuego provinces. The region measures 297,298 sq. miles and has a population density of 12.8 inhabitants per sq. mile! There are 3 distinguishable tourist zones: Patagonian lakes   This area is situated next to the Andes Mountain Range in Read more →

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Tips on getting around Argentina

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Oct 292012
Tips on getting around Argentina

Tips on getting around Argentina I- Once you have arrived at the Ezeiza International Airport If you haven’t arranged a transfer from the airport to the hotel you can choose between taxis, hire cars or you can use a company specializing in passenger transfers with offices in Ezeiza. If you decide on taxis or hire cars, make sure that they are “official”: Taxis and hire cars are different in that taxis charge according to the meter once the destination has been reached, while hire car prices are established before departing on the trip. This helps avoid any surprises should a trip become unnecessarily long. If you decide on using a transport service, head to the company’s ticket window located within the airport right outside the baggage claim area. You can choose to be transported by car with a pre-established rate based on your destination or you can use the bus Read more →

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5 tips for planning a trip to the Perito Moreno Glacier

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Oct 242012
5 tips for planning a trip to the Perito Moreno Glacier

  1- Length of visit: You need a minimum of two days and one night to fully enjoy the Perito Moreno Glacier. It is however, recommended that you add an extra day in order to see the Glacier from different perspectives. 2- When to go: You can visit anytime of the year but we recommend you go between September and May (spring and summer) because it is less cold and there are more options for accommodations and excursions. 3- What to see: The Perito Moreno Glacier. There are many ways to visit the Glacier: by land, sea, walking over the ice, on short treks (mini-trekking) or on more demanding expeditions (big ice). 4- What to bring: It is extremely cold: Pack a winter coat (it’s best if it is made specifically for snowy conditions), raincoat, gloves and a hat. You will walk a lot: Pack comfortable waterproof shoes in order to Read more →

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