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  1. Mott2 avatar

    RE: Torres del Paine Day Hikes & Hotel / Transportation Advice

    by Mott2 21 May 2012

    Hotel Lago Grey is about $370.00 per night. I've been to Torres del Paine twice and found the stays in the refugios great. you can plan…

  2. flowerstone avatar

    7 days in South Patagonia in July. Yes or No?

    by flowerstone 20 May 2012

    hi guys...i need a big help with my patagonia trip....am going to south america this jun and july, because that's the only time i can…

  3. hazzdawg avatar

    RE: Patagonia - Torres del Plaine Advice Needed

    by hazzdawg 18 May 2012

    #1 is right, you should trek between the refugios to get the most out of TdP. The are two companies that own the refugios. http://www.fs…

  4. vnrose avatar

    RE: Help needed for discovering Patagonia with limited time

    by vnrose 13 May 2012

    You won't find any international flight into Puerto Natales or Punta Arenas. Fly to Santiago and connect to another flight there. SKY…

  5. MBB avatar

    Help needed for discovering Patagonia with limited time

    by MBB 12 May 2012

    Hi, Could someone give me some advise pls? I will be in Guayaquil on 9th Dec and I need to leave Santiago on 26th Dec. I would lik…

  6. vnrose avatar

    RE: Torres del Paine in December - questions

    by vnrose 11 May 2012

    1) There are no flights from cities in the north to cities in the south. You will have to take 2 flights and connect in Santiago. SKY…

  7. Engreeks1 avatar

    Torres del Paine in December - questions

    by Engreeks1 11 May 2012

    Hi there! I'm planning a trip to Salar de Uyuni and Torres Del Paine with a group of 6 young, fit friends. I'm working on our itinerary…

  8. tas625 avatar

    Torres del Paine in June/July- A few questions

    by tas625 09 May 2012

    Hey guys, A few friends and myself are planning a trip to SA and would be in patagonia around the end of June, beginning of July. I just…

  9. hazzdawg avatar

    RE: Other option than Perito Moreno glacier

    by hazzdawg 08 May 2012

    There are several buses daily from El Calafate to Perito Morino and from El Calafate to El Chalten. Many are listed on http://www.plataform…

  10. indianmilot avatar

    Re: Other option than Perito Moreno glacier

    by indianmilot 08 May 2012

    Well, thank you all for your post. I'll try to keep PeritoMoreno in the schedule... :) The kids wouldl certainly enjoy the scenery As…

  11. Mott2 avatar

    RE: Navimag ferry

    by Mott2 08 May 2012

    I've done it both ways in different years. Take it from Puerto Montt to Puerto Natales for they sometime ship cattle the other way. After…

  12. tiktok2048 avatar

    Re: Navimag ferry

    by tiktok2048 08 May 2012

    I took the ferry from Puerto Natales to Puerto Montt during Christmas 2010. I agree with the comments above about weather (I was lucky)…

  13. spham avatar

    Trekking Idea for Torres Del Paine in May

    by spham 07 May 2012

    Hi there, I am having my South America trip and probably will head to Torres Del Paine in 10 days. It seems that all the refugios except…

  14. Standanista avatar

    RE: Navimag ferry

    by Standanista 07 May 2012

    I did it in 2003 when it cost something in the range of USD$200-250, and I'd say it was well worth it. Weather was mixed, and very windy…

  15. KiwiPhil1980 avatar

    Re: Itinerary Advice!!

    by KiwiPhil1980 07 May 2012

    Hi Maria, I spent 6 months in South America last year & visited the majority of places you mention apart from Rapa Nui (although I really…

  16. trekker502 avatar

    RE: 5 Weeks Itinerary Argentina & Chile

    by trekker502 06 May 2012

    You could take the bus from Buenos Aires to Iguazu also. For my accommodations, I used [www.hostelbookers.com] Are you traveling during…

  17. Fernando avatar

    RE: Kayaking Chile in January

    by Fernando 04 May 2012

    Good choice, Pumalin has the advantage of a lovely scenery, less wind and calm waters. Kayaks operators are based mainly in Puerto Montt,…

  18. lobo1985 avatar

    Worst Hostel in South America

    by lobo1985 21 April 2012

    My nomination goes to: Casa Lili (Puerto Natales, Bories 153) is the worst hostel I have stayed at in South America and after 6 months…

  19. lobo1985 avatar

    Hostel Puerto Natales / Places to stay Puerto Natales

    by lobo1985 21 April 2012

    I don't take to forums easily, especially when backpacking or responding about hostels as I never know whether it is tiredness or irritabili…

  20. lobo1985 avatar

    ADVICE/Warning Hostel recomendation, accomodation, Puerto Natales, Chile

    by lobo1985 21 April 2012

    I don't take to the forums easily when it comes to travelling around because you can never be sure if you are having a bad day, are irritabl…

  21. lobo1985 avatar

    RE: Anyone have a hostel recommendation for Punta Arenas and Puerto Natales?

    by lobo1985 21 April 2012

    Lili Patagonicos, Yagan House or Erractic Rock. Do not stay at Casa Lilli (153 Bories) Casa Lili (Puerto Natales, Bories 153) is the worst…

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    RE: Hostel warning Patagonia Aventure, Puerto Natales

    by lobo1985 21 April 2012

    Also be aware of Casa Lili Casa Lili (Puerto Natales, Bories 153) is the worst hostel I have stayed at in South America and after 6 month…

  23. lobo1985 avatar

    RE: Punta Arenas - Puerto Natales - Parque Nacional Torres del Paine

    by lobo1985 21 April 2012

    Puerto Natales, you need to be careful about hostel choice, there are many and though most are good there are some poor ones. My suggestions…

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    RE: 9 Days in Puerto Natales, No Idea What to Do

    by lobo1985 21 April 2012

    You can head up to the Balmeceada glaciers, trek or horseride up to the summit of the Cerro Dorethia as well as cycle around the nearby…

  25. lobo1985 avatar

    RE: Assorted Puerto Natales/TDP questions

    by lobo1985 21 April 2012

    Hi, rental shops will be open until the end of April, after that hostels will still be open to rent: Casa Lili hires equipment but I would…

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