Tips & Advice
Argentina is located in the southern hemisphere. For that reason, our seasons are the other way roundabout North America. Depending on which destination you are interested in, the best season to take an Argentina vacation changes. Check our travel guide and learn about the weather in the destination you want to visit:
- Misiones, in the Iguazu Falls area, has a tropical climate with humid and warm weather, in general, all year.
- Buenos Aires can get quite humid and heavy during the summer, and chilly in the winter like any other city, but, fortunately, there is no snow around.
- El Calafate can be visited all year round but like happens in all destinations in Patagonia, the best to visit is between October and April.
- El Chaltén is a great combination, the best time to visit is from September to March.
- Ushuaia’s best time of the year to visit is between October and early April because it’s also the only time of the year when you will be able to see the Magellanic Penguins in their breeding season!
Bring a variety of clothes
Because Argentina makes up a huge stretch of geography, with a wide range of climates, depending on where you go. If you are traveling all over the country, be prepared to re-wear a lot of clothes and to bring layers so that you can adjust accordingly for the weather.
Bring comfortable clothes
Make sure the majority of the clothes you bring to your Argentina vacation are comfortable. You will be traveling, sightseeing, and walking a lot. In different parts of the country, you’ll be walking on different kinds of soil.
Bring at least one nicer outfit
For a tango show, you might want to dress up, in which case you could go with heels, or formal shoes for men. However, it is not necessary to do all this to seem classy in Buenos Aires.
Bring Sunglasses & Sun Hat
Sunglasses are a must: the sun is very strong down here, and if you don’t have eye protection you will spend a lot of time squinting. Don’t only protect your eyes from the sun, don’t forget your sunscreen, and a sun hat.
Adapter and/or converter for outlets.
Be sure to remember to bring an “international plug adapter” to charge your electronics when packing for Argentina and Chile. In Argentina, the three-wire type “I” plug with rectangular prongs is used. In some places, you’ll find a combination of a C and I plug in Argentina, but it’s best to bring an adapter to be sure.
Bring a small bag or backpack
The safest possible way to carry your valuables when you’re sightseeing and walking around is to always wear your backpack or purse in front of you, especially in crowded places such as public transport and markets.
Americans are allowed and welcome to visit Argentina.
U.S. citizens need a valid passport to enter Argentina. Private U.S. citizens do not need a visa for visits of up to 90 days for tourism or business. Diplomatic or official passport holders must get visas prior to arrival.
If you are planning to rent a car for your trip, remember you need an Argentine or international driver’s license to drive, but this should be verified at the moment of the rental.
The key to traveling with babies is choosing a destination that offers the right accommodation both for the baby and for their parents. Iguazú Falls in Argentina is an excellent choice for your Argentina vacation as it provides kid-friendly accommodation, accessibility for strollers, and close encounters with nature in a safe and controlled environment.
The answer is absolutely yes! Argentinian people know how to welcome people and make them feel at home. Traveling alone, with friends or the whole family, Argentina will for sure be a memorable trip developed in a controlled and safe environment. Hiking and sailing activities and close encounters with local wildlife are guaranteed within a safe environment that follows the right safety measures and protocols.
Women and men traveling alone are very common in Patagonia or in Northern Argentina so this speaks for itself! Like in every country in the world, following the rules and taking local considerations into account you will for sure have the trip of a lifetime.
There are several touristic trains such as the End of the World Train in Ushuaia, the Ecological Jungle Train in Iguazú Falls, or the Train to the Clouds in Northern Argentina. All of these trains are equipped with safety measures in order to enjoy a memorable and safe trip. Accessibility is guaranteed in stations and onboard.
Public transportation by train is also used in Buenos Aires, to connect the capital city with nearby neighborhoods. Subways are key to moving fast along the capital city of Argentina, but in order to appreciate the beautiful architecture of Buenos Aires, you may discover it by foot or by the Turistic Bus that is prepared with an open ceiling for panoramic views.
If you visit Argentina from the U.S., it’s usually a 10 – 9 hours flight. From Europe, also depending on which country you are visiting it’s usually a 14-hour flight.
An Argentina vacation is better if you have days to travel because the distances are long. However, you can discover Argentina’s highlights within 2 weeks. Our Best of Argentina 15-day trip starts in Buenos Aires, the capital city of Argentina. From here, visit Patagonia and the world’s famous Perito Moreno’s Glacier. Traveling to the End of the World has never been so easy, next stop: Ushuaia. Iguazú Falls, named one of the 7 wonders of the natural world, is your next stop. Finish your trip enjoying Mendoza’s wine region and tasting a delicious Malbec wine.
A true paradise for adventurers and awe-inspiring landscape lovers. Patagonia is the southernmost region of South America and it is shared between Chile and Argentina. Argentine Patagonia offers breathtaking destinations such as the Lake District, El Calafate, the drop-jaw Perito Moreno’s Glacier, Ushuaia and its penguins, and the mountain village of El Chalten and its gem, Mount Fitz Roy.
For this Argentina travel guide, you can choose to meet the Argentinian side on a self-drive tour to El Calafate to see Perito Moreno’s Glacier and do some hiking in the national capital of Trekking, El Chalten.
Patagonia is one of the best destinations to travel with the whole family. Our 10-day family adventure tour in Patagonia will for sure be the adventure of a lifetime! Walking through Perito Moreno’s Glacier and having a close encounter with penguins in Ushuaia sounds awesome, doesn’t it?
If you are looking for a Patagonia Argentina whole package, our 12-day tour visiting its highlights spots is your call!
Argentina is located in the southern hemisphere. For that reason, our seasons are the other way roundabout North America. Depending on which destination you are interested in, the best season to take an Argentina vacation changes. Check our travel guide and learn about the weather in the destination you want to visit:
- Misiones, in the Iguazu Falls area, has a tropical climate with humid and warm weather, in general, all year.
- Buenos Aires can get quite humid and heavy during the summer, and chilly in the winter like any other city, but, fortunately, there is no snow around.
- El Calafate can be visited all year round but like happens in all destinations in Patagonia, the best to visit is between October and April.
- El Chaltén is a great combination, the best time to visit is from September to March.
- Ushuaia’s best time of the year to visit is between October and early April because it’s also the only time of the year when you will be able to see the Magellanic Penguins in their breeding season!
Americans are allowed and welcome to visit Argentina.
U.S. citizens need a valid passport to enter Argentina. Private U.S. citizens do not need a visa for visits of up to 90 days for tourism or business. Diplomatic or official passport holders must get visas prior to arrival.
If you are planning to rent a car for your trip, remember you need an Argentine or international driver’s license to drive, but this should be verified at the moment of the rental.
The answer is absolutely yes! Argentinian people know how to welcome people and make them feel at home. Traveling alone, with friends or the whole family, Argentina will for sure be a memorable trip developed in a controlled and safe environment. Hiking and sailing activities and close encounters with local wildlife are guaranteed within a safe environment that follows the right safety measures and protocols.
Women and men traveling alone are very common in Patagonia or in Northern Argentina so this speaks for itself! Like in every country in the world, following the rules and taking local considerations into account you will for sure have the trip of a lifetime.
If you visit Argentina from the U.S., it’s usually a 10 – 9 hours flight. From Europe, also depending on which country you are visiting it’s usually a 14-hour flight.
A true paradise for adventurers and awe-inspiring landscape lovers. Patagonia is the southernmost region of South America and it is shared between Chile and Argentina. Argentine Patagonia offers breathtaking destinations such as the Lake District, El Calafate, the drop-jaw Perito Moreno’s Glacier, Ushuaia and its penguins, and the mountain village of El Chalten and its gem, Mount Fitz Roy.
For this Argentina travel guide, you can choose to meet the Argentinian side on a self-drive tour to El Calafate to see Perito Moreno’s Glacier and do some hiking in the national capital of Trekking, El Chalten.
Patagonia is one of the best destinations to travel with the whole family. Our 10-day family adventure tour in Patagonia will for sure be the adventure of a lifetime! Walking through Perito Moreno’s Glacier and having a close encounter with penguins in Ushuaia sounds awesome, doesn’t it?
If you are looking for a Patagonia Argentina whole package, our 12-day tour visiting its highlights spots is your call!
Bring a variety of clothes
Because Argentina makes up a huge stretch of geography, with a wide range of climates, depending on where you go. If you are traveling all over the country, be prepared to re-wear a lot of clothes and to bring layers so that you can adjust accordingly for the weather.
Bring comfortable clothes
Make sure the majority of the clothes you bring to your Argentina vacation are comfortable. You will be traveling, sightseeing, and walking a lot. In different parts of the country, you’ll be walking on different kinds of soil.
Bring at least one nicer outfit
For a tango show, you might want to dress up, in which case you could go with heels, or formal shoes for men. However, it is not necessary to do all this to seem classy in Buenos Aires.
Bring Sunglasses & Sun Hat
Sunglasses are a must: the sun is very strong down here, and if you don’t have eye protection you will spend a lot of time squinting. Don’t only protect your eyes from the sun, don’t forget your sunscreen, and a sun hat.
Adapter and/or converter for outlets.
Be sure to remember to bring an “international plug adapter” to charge your electronics when packing for Argentina and Chile. In Argentina, the three-wire type “I” plug with rectangular prongs is used. In some places, you’ll find a combination of a C and I plug in Argentina, but it’s best to bring an adapter to be sure.
Bring a small bag or backpack
The safest possible way to carry your valuables when you’re sightseeing and walking around is to always wear your backpack or purse in front of you, especially in crowded places such as public transport and markets.
The key to traveling with babies is choosing a destination that offers the right accommodation both for the baby and for their parents. Iguazú Falls in Argentina is an excellent choice for your Argentina vacation as it provides kid-friendly accommodation, accessibility for strollers, and close encounters with nature in a safe and controlled environment.
There are several touristic trains such as the End of the World Train in Ushuaia, the Ecological Jungle Train in Iguazú Falls, or the Train to the Clouds in Northern Argentina. All of these trains are equipped with safety measures in order to enjoy a memorable and safe trip. Accessibility is guaranteed in stations and onboard.
Public transportation by train is also used in Buenos Aires, to connect the capital city with nearby neighborhoods. Subways are key to moving fast along the capital city of Argentina, but in order to appreciate the beautiful architecture of Buenos Aires, you may discover it by foot or by the Turistic Bus that is prepared with an open ceiling for panoramic views.
An Argentina vacation is better if you have days to travel because the distances are long. However, you can discover Argentina’s highlights within 2 weeks. Our Best of Argentina 15-day trip starts in Buenos Aires, the capital city of Argentina. From here, visit Patagonia and the world’s famous Perito Moreno’s Glacier. Traveling to the End of the World has never been so easy, next stop: Ushuaia. Iguazú Falls, named one of the 7 wonders of the natural world, is your next stop. Finish your trip enjoying Mendoza’s wine region and tasting a delicious Malbec wine.
