Argentina is the second largest country in South America. Argentina is a hugely varied country from the blistering heat of the Chaco in the North to the storms of Tierra del Fuego in the South. It is one of the few destinations with such varied options of choice to visit. From visiting national parks for an outdoors adventure, seeing the wide range of wildlife from mammals to birds, visiting the huge waterfalls or traveling down the coast of Patagonia.
Visit the heart of Argentina, the capital Buenos Aries has been known as the Paris of South America. It is rich in history and home to the fabulous tango. The streets are full of a fabulous mix of stunning architecture, fine restaurants, great art galleries and a good Latin feel on the streets. It is recommended to have a few days there to appreciate all it and must include a visit to the boutiques and coffee shops.
The Iguazu Falls has the largest flow of water of any waterfall in the world. The Argentina side offers access to 'The Devils Throat', an enormous chasm with a horse-shoe shaped cascade tumbling 80 metres (270 feet) just beneath the viewing platforms. If you are interested in nature, the falls are in sub-tropical rainforest and therefore offer an excellent opportunity to see a wide array of wildlife including caimans and many bird species such as toucans and parrots.
Visit the northwest of Argentina and see the city of Salta. It is a fine choice for colonial architecture, as it was originally constructed as a commercial and military strategic point between Lima in Peru and Buenos Aires. There are many surrounding towns to visit to get a feel for the aristocratic past.
If you want to taste the wine of Argentina, and be at the foot of the Andes, a visit to the beautiful city of Mendoza is a must. Full of vineyards, interesting culture and beautiful countryside.
San Carlos de Bariloche, is an all around the year hit, with skiing options in the winter and outdoor adventures in the summer. It is one of Argentina’s most beautiful regions. With loads of breath-taking landscapes full of forests and lakes, offering a great outdoors experience. With fly-fishing, hiking, horseback riding, kayaking, cycling and golf.
Looking for a cooler experience with glaciers and some of the world’s most challenging peaks, southern Patagonia is the place to go. In the very south of Patagonia lies the city of Ushuaia keeping watch over the Beagle Canal, and the gateway to both Cape Horn and the seventh continent of Antarctica.
Highlights of Argentina
When to Travel
The climate ranges from subtropical in the north to cold temperatures in Tierra del Fuego in the South. From mid-December to the end of February, Buenos Aires can be extremely hot and humid, with temperatures from 27-35°C (80-95°F). The city practically shuts down in late December and early January, as the residents leave on their holidays. Autumn (March-May) is the recommended time to visit as well as Spring (September-October). Northeast Argentina is best visited in Winter (June-August) when its cooler and drier. Winter is a good time to visit Northwest as well, however routes to Chile across the Andes may be closed by snow during this period, so Spring and Autumn time is recommended too. If you want to visit the Lake District, it is best to do so in Spring and Autumn. Ideally Patagonia (South of Argentina) should be visited in December or February-April, avoiding the winter months.