Guided Tour activities in Argentina
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El Tren del Fin de Mundo
The most touristy and, beyond jogging, the slowest way to the park, El Tren del Fin de Mundo originally carted prisoners to work camps. It departs (sans convicts) from the Estación del Fin de Mundo, 8km west of Ushuaia (taxis AR$30 one way), three or four times daily in summer and once or twice daily in winter. The one-hour, scenic narrow-gauge train ride comes with historical explanations in English and Spanish. Reserve in January and February, when cruise-ship tours take over. If you are not a train fanatic, take it one way and return via minibus.
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Full Moon Walks
For five consecutive nights per month, Full Moon Walks visit the Garganta del Diablo. There are three departures nightly; the first one, at 20:00, offers the spectacle of the inflated rising moon; the last, at 21:30, sees the falls better illuminated. Don't expect to see wildlife. The price includes admission, and a cocktail and dinner afterwards. Extra bus departures from Puerto Iguazú cater for moonwalkers.
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Sumaq
A competent and professional setup, Sumaq is currently the only operator offering tours to the remote Parque Nacional Copo; it also offers good trips to other parts of northwestern Argentina. The office is in the same building as the Hotel Savoy – to get there, go through the restaurant and up a narrow spiral staircase.
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Aeroclub El Bolsón
Aeroclub El Bolsón offers aerial tours of the area for AR$90 to AR$600 per person on 10- to 110-minute scenic flights in a Cessna 182. Clouds tend to form in the afternoon, so it’s best to go in the morning for stunning views of the national parks, lakes and unexplored (and therefore unnamed) glaciers of the region.
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Huentata
Conventional travel agency that organize trips in and around town. Possibilities include half-day tours of the city (AR$70), and day tours of the Cañon del Atuel (AR$190), Villavicencio (AR$90) or the high cordillera around Potrerillos, Vallecito and Uspallata (AR$150).
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Corona del Inca
Runs summer excursions up to high, remote parts of the Andes in the west of the province. Also one of several operators who run excursions around the province, including visits to the Parque Nacional Talampaya, which invariably includes the nearby Parque Provincial Ischigualasto ('Valle de la Luna') in San Juan province.
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GeoTur
Lots of outdoor pursuits are on offer in this region, and you can tackle some of them on your own. If you'd rather hire a guide, GeoTur offers tours to Garganta del Diablo, which is the only way to explore the gorge. They also offer hikes to Cerro Tres Picos, as well as activities like rappelling and horse riding.
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Constantino Mikitiuk
The season for sport fishing on the Río Negro runs from November to early July, with rainbow trout (catch and release), silverside and carp. For information and licenses, consult Informes Turisticos, the Direccion de Pesca de Río Negro or fishing guide Constantino Mikitiuk.
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Eduardo Urriza
The season for sport fishing on the Río Negro runs from November to early July, with rainbow trout (catch and release), silverside and carp. For information and licenses, consult Informes Turisticos, the Direccion de Pesca de Río Negro or fishing guide Eduardo Urriza.
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Tren a Vapor
Tren a Vapor runs full-day trips (a 40km circuit) in a 5-wagon steam train built in 1912, stopping for photo ops at a bridge on the river Ñirihau, Perito Moreno station, Laguna Los Juncos and Cerro Elefante. Buy tickets at the train station near the bus terminal.
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Maca Tobiano Turismo
The large penguin rookery at Cabo Vírgenes, 140km southeast of Río Gallegos, can be visited from October to March. Excursions can be booked through Maca Tobiano Turismo; an eight-hour trip costs AR$145 (plus AR$10 park admission).
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Luan & Ventur
For hiking guides try Luan & Ventur, which goes to Garganta del Diablo, the only way to explore that gorge. It also offers hikes to Cerro Tres Picos, as well as activities such as rappelling and horseback riding.
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Yokavil Turismo
Yokavil Turismo arranges tours to area attractions, including Gruta de la Virgen del Valle (AR$75), and trips to Belén, Londres and El Shincal ruins (AR$350). Kids go free. It’s tucked away in an arcade.
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Inka Ñan
Inka Ñan runs trips costing around AR$150 to AR$250 per person depending on numbers. There’s usually a minimum of two people, but it’s always worth asking. Tailored multiday trips are available, too.
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Turismo de Campo
Organizes light trekking, Beagle Channel sailing trips and visits to Estancia Rolito near Río Grande. Also sells nine- to 12-night Antarctica passages.
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Flamenco Tour
Offerings range from the standard whale-watching and snorkeling trips to stargazing 4WD journeys along the coast (telescopes and bilingual instruction included).
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Turismo del Tucumán
Guided trips to spots of interest around the province, including Tafí del Valle and Quilmes (AR$210), or a circuit in Las Yungas (AR$100).
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Jorge Kriegel
Contact Jorge Kriegel at Camping Municipal for fishing excursions and outings to see dolphins and nearby islands.
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Nievemar
Amex representative. Excursions include whale watching and visits to sea-lion colonies and the petrified forest.
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Taller de las Nubes
Pablo Jaraba (El Turco) at Taller de las Nubes offers tandem flights and lessons, charging the same as others.
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Emtur office
Emtur conducts free organized tours of various city sights; register one day in advance at the office.
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Santiago Casimiro
For some strenuous hiking and mountaineering, Santiago Casimiro is a local guide.
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Aventura Faro Querandí
Aventura Faro Querandí runs four-hour tours in 4WD jeeps to a local lighthouse.
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Noroeste
Based at Club Hostel, this tour hits the Quebrada de Humahuaca area, Salinas Grandes and more.
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Fechu
Fechu offers tandem flights and lessons. It charges about the same as other operators.
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