At the end of 2024, I finally fulfilled my wish to come to Chaltén

Patagonia is a region in South America known for its stunning natural scenery and abundant outdoor activities. Here are some tips for visiting Patagonia: • Hiking: • Torres del Paine National Park: One of the most famous and popular destinations for hikers in Chilean Patagonia. The "O" route is its most classic hiking route. During this week-long hike, you will pass the highest point of the national park, get a close look at the majestic peaks of Los Cuernos, and have the opportunity to see the Gray Glacier. It is recommended to visit Gray Glacier first in a counterclockwise direction, as strong winds sometimes close the mountain road. • Los Tres Lagoons: Located in Patagonia, Argentina, this is a relatively easy hike that requires trekking 1.5 km of steep mountain trails to reach a viewpoint overlooking the Sucia Lagoon, with a panoramic view of Fitz Roy. • Dientes de Navarino: This is a hiking route that should only be taken by experienced and advanced hikers. Climbing the 860-meter Paso Virginia is hard work, but the views of the Cape Horn Islands are unforgettable. • Glacier Experience: • Explorer Glacier: This is a 2-day, 1-night hike that covers 20 kilometers, excluding the return trip from O'Higgins to the mainland and the ferry from Lake Desieto to El Chalten. • Perito Moreno Glacier: Located in Los Glaciares National Park in Argentina, it is an amazing natural wonder that offers activities such as glacier hiking. • Natural landscape: • Torres del Paine National Park, Chile: Famous for its majestic peaks, bright blue icebergs and vast pampas grasslands. The park’s network of trails, including the famous W Trek and O Circuit, offer some of the best hiking in the world. • Travel preparation: • Wear comfortable clothing, waterproof is recommended, although not necessarily required for the hike itself. Hiking boots are mandatory and crampons are provided for the glacier hiking portion. Wear gloves. Be careful not to fall into the water as it can be very cold. • Bring light food and water. The tour ends with a whiskey on glacier ice. • Other activities: • Patagonia also offers skiing, adventure tourism, paleontological exploration, golf and fishing. • Travel time: • The best time to visit is during the southern hemisphere’s summer, from November to early March. • Transportation: • Fly to Punta Arenas, Chile, and then take a bus or rental car to the park. Please choose appropriate activities based on your personal interests and physical condition, and plan and book in advance. Hopefully, these tips will help you plan an unforgettable trip to Patagonia!