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Why visit Patagonia

On South America’s southern frontier, nature grows wild, barren and beautiful. Spaces are large, as are the silences that fill them. For the newly arrived, such emptiness can be as impressive as the sight of Patagonia’s jagged peaks, pristine rivers and dusty backwater oases. In its enormous scale, Patagonia offers a wealth of potential experiences and landscapes.

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Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit Patagonia depends on what you want to do. We've got everything you need to know to pick the perfect time for you.

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Transportation

Patagonia is vast, but luckily, there are plenty of different transport options. Here are our tips on getting around.

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Free Things to Do

Patagonia can be the most expensive place to visit in Chile and Argentina. But fear not! These are the best things to do for free (or almost free).

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Best Road Trips

From remote scrubland to towering glaciers, a road trip will bring you to every corner of Patagonia like nothing else. Here are 8 of the best.

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Best Places to Visit

When a traveler used to luxury hotel rooms pushes past her comfort zone in Patagonia, it turns out good for the soul.

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