Argentina

• October 2017
  • Species List
  • Trip Report
• October 2023 (Ultimate Patagonia)
  • Trip Report
• March 2024
  • Species List
  • Trip Report

This information is important for being prepared for your journey; we want you to have the best experience possible. If you only read one section, this one is key!

Ahead of Your Tour

• Make sure your passport will be valid at minimum from the date of entry until AFTER the date of your scheduled return to the U.S. See "Passports, Visas & Documents" section for more detailed information and recommendations.
• No Visas are required for U.S. citizens for stays of this tour's duration into Argentina and Chile. If you are from another country, please contact the Embassies of Argentina and of Chile or their websites for guidelines.
• Please check current CDC recommendations for travel to Argentina and Chile and consult with your doctor about general travel vaccinations you should have as precaution for travel. See the “General Health and Inoculations” section below.
• Travel insurance in case of serious medical emergency is strongly recommended. Full health coverage and repatriation is available through Allianz Travel Insurance.
• Plan your flight reservations arriving into Buenos Aires International Airport (EZE), and departing from Santiago de Chile Airport (SCL). Send a copy of your itinerary to the Naturalist Journeys office please.
• Soft sided luggage/duffel bags are easiest for packing the vans. Pack essential medications in your carry-on luggage, as well as one day of clothing and optics in case of luggage delay.

Arrival into Buenos Aires (EZE)

Please note. If you are delayed in travel, please FIRST call the number of our local operator. As a backup, contact our NJ office (both numbers are on your emergency contact list).

Welcome to Buenos Aires! Please plan to arrive to Buenos Aires International Airport (EZE) at your leisure on the first day of the tour. Upon arrival you will meet our local agent and be transferred to the hotel. Please note, rooms are not typically available until mid-day, so if you want a room immediately for an early morning arrival, you will need to request a night ahead (additional charge at the going room rate) to get in ahead of mid-day check-in.

We will coordinate your pick-ups close to your departure with operators and guides once we have all travelers completed travel information. Please make sure we have both your ARRIVAL and DEPARTURE information, so they can plan this. It is imperative that we have your correct travel information; we appreciate if you email us a copy of your flight reservation. They will check internet for your updated flight information.

Please make yourself at home at your first night hotel– the front desk staff will assist you.

Please check the Travel Details tab of this tour for additional information and updates.

Departures from Santiago (SCL)

Please plan to depart in the late afternoon/evening from Santiago de Chile Airport (SCL) on the last day of the tour. Allow time to connect by air from Punta Arenas that day. You have to be at the airport about three hours ahead of your scheduled flight on this return.

We will provide transfers or arrange for taxis to the airport for all departures as needed for the departure day. The departure fee is now typically built into your airline fare.

Please check the Travel Details tab section of this tour for additional information and updates.

Passports, Visas & Documents

Guidelines and regulations can change. It is always advisable to double-check the country’s documentation requirements 60-90 days ahead of traveling. Information for U.S. citizens can be found at 

https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Argentina.html

https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Chile.html

If you are from another country, please contact the tour destination’s embassy website for guidelines.

Passports: You must have a passport that is in good condition and is valid at minimum from the date of entry until AFTER the date of your scheduled return to the U.S. We suggest at least 3 months validity beyond the end of the tour to allow for unexpected delays in return travel. Please check that expiration date! You should have at least one blank page per entry stamp. The blank pages need to say “Visas” at the top. Pages marked “Amendments and Endorsements” will not be accepted. 

Visas: At the time of writing, a tourist visa is not required for stays the length of this tour (<90 days). You will need proof of a return ticket. Any necessary documents will be distributed by your airline while in flight or provided for you upon arrival. We advise that you bring your eContact list of hotels for use at immigration as well.

As a precaution for lost or misplaced documents you carry on your person during travel, we highly recommend you keep hard and digital backup copies on your phone (either photo or PDF scan), as well as a hard copy left with your emergency contact at home. The recommended important documents to copy include, but are not limited to; your passport ID page, travel visa, the front and back of your credit card(s), the airline barcode on your luggage. This will greatly expedite getting new ones if necessary – we hope everyone will always keep travel documents close so that losing them will not be an issue.

General Health & Inoculations Information – Be Prepared!

Health requirements for entry to any country can change. It is always advisable to double-check the country’s health requirements and recommendations 60-90 days ahead of traveling. A helpful website for planning is the Argentina and Chile or by phone (800) CDC-INFO or (800) 232-4636.

We will share your health information with your guide. This information will be kept confidential but is very important as we want to be best prepared in case of medical emergency. 

Vaccinations: Although at the time of writing there were no other required vaccinations to enter Argentina or Chile, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that all travelers be up to date with routine vaccinations and basic travel vaccines (such as Hepatitis A and Typhoid) before traveling to any destination. Please check with your doctor for recommendations at least 4-6 weeks before departing on your trip. 

Prescriptions: It is a good idea to pack any meds you take regularly in your carry-on luggage.  Bring an extra pair of glasses or contact lenses. Bring an adequate supply of any prescription medications you use, a copy of the prescription and a list of generic names of your medicines as “back-up” in case it is necessary to purchase drugs while abroad. You’ll want to keep medications in their original, labeled containers. 

Allergies: To be prepared for environmental triggers to allergies or breathing difficulties, please bring your allergy and/or asthma medication(s).  If you have severe allergies talk to your doctor about carrying an EPI pen and notify your guides. It is also recommended to carry with you an up-to-date record of known allergies, chronic medical problems and Medic Alerts so that, if necessary, emergency treatment can be carried out without endangering your health.

Common Ailments: We recommend that you bring a travel-sized first aid kit and a supply of standard over-the-counter medications for prevention or treatment of common ailments (such as diarrhea, constipation, stomach upset, cough, congestion, head or body aches, insect bites and sunburn); as well as ointments, moisturizer, sunscreen, oral rehydration salts, band-aids, moleskin for blisters, cotton swabs, nail clippers, and tweezers, etc.

Altitude sickness: Although the highest altitude for portions of this trip is expected to be around 8000 ft., you should be informed about altitude illness and Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) (see https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/yellowbook/2024/environmental-hazards-risks/high-elevation-travel-and-altitude-illness). Day trips to high-elevation destinations with an evening return to a lower elevation are much less stressful on the body, depending on the time provided for your body to adjust. The most general symptoms are headache and occasionally fatigue and dizziness. You’ll want to take it easy, particularly at first. The likelihood of these symptoms can be reduced by resting, drinking plenty of water, avoiding alcohol, taking aspirin and optimizing acclimatization by adjusting itineraries to avoid going “too high too fast." If you have worries about the altitude, ask your physician about medications (such as Diamox) that may be right for you. 

Weather & Climate

In general, the weather during your stay will range from cold to comfortable, with temperatures from the low 30’s and to the low 70’s degrees F, and rain and wind are always possible. Check your favorite weather website closer to your departure to better predict what the weather will be on your adventure.

Food & Drinks

Meals at your hotels and in the restaurants are delightfully prepared in a sanitary environment. As with any case when traveling we urge you to consider what your body is used to before you eat something. Trust your common sense when consuming food and beverages. This is the best way to avoid any unwanted problems. Ask for recommendations from your hotel or refer to a guidebook such as Frommers. Menus in both countries feature a wide variety of amazing regional cuisine.

Tap water quality and access to clean drinking water varies from region to region. Bottled water will be available for field trips and drinking water is provided for you to refill a bottle. One of the many ways we strive to do our part for the environment is by trying to reduce our consumption of plastics; we appreciate if you can bring reusable water bottles. Your guide will let you know when bottled water is preferable.

Packing, Clothing & Laundry

Dress is very informal and laundry services are available for a fee at our lodges. While some people will change for dinner, it is usually just to a drier or cleaner version of what they wore during the day.

Please, pack light. We are serious about this – we move around a lot. Please do not bring anything more than you must. 

TRAVEL TIP: Imagine NOT getting your suitcase. Wear your most important shoes for the field and have one day’s clothing change (including a change of underwear!). And please do not pack any essential medications, or your vital optics, in your checked luggage!

Spending Money

The official currency in Argentina is the Argentinean peso; in Chile, it is the Chilean peso. We advise you carry a mix of different types of payments, such as cash, an ATM card, and a credit card.

For the current exchange rate, please refer to an online converter tool like www.xe.com or your bank. U.S. dollars in good, crisp condition (no rips or tears) are taken as a form of payment but shopping for smaller handicrafts may necessitate using local currency. If you plan to exchange cash in country (which often brings a better exchange rate than exchanging before you depart), bring large U.S. bills ($50 or $100) in good, crisp condition. You may also wire money to yourself (Western Union) and get an even better rate when you pick up your cash, though the line may be long.  If you are open to using a cueva (cambio), you can research "blue dollar" exchange rates at https://bluedollar.net/ ahead of time. Ask your local tour guide or hotel for recommendations for where to find the best exchange rates.

When using a local ATM to withdrawal cash, keep in mind that it will dispense local currency, but know that it might only accept cards from local banks or not allow cash advances on credit cards. Many U.S. banks charge a fee of $1 - $5 each time you use a foreign ATM. Others may charge you a percentage of the amount you withdraw. Check with your bank before departure. You must become familiar with how to use your ATM card and PIN number ahead of the journey. 

We suggest you have more than one card available, if possible. You may want to bring more than one brand of card (VISA and Mastercard are commonly accepted; American Express is less common). You can use credit cards at lodges to pay your bar and gift tabs. Not every shop will accept every card. Some smaller shops and restaurants, or taxis require cash, so it is always a good idea to ask before making a purchase. Also, we recommend that you advise your bank or credit card company that you will be traveling abroad to avoid questions, card freezes, or charges. If you have a choice of cards, bring one with no foreign exchange fees.

Traveler’s checks are not widely accepted. They can be difficult to exchange. We do not advise you use them.

Gratuities

Expect the normal tipping protocol to apply for your hotel maids and bar service. If at the end of the tour, you would like to show your appreciation to your guides, tipping is entirely appropriate but at your discretion. We hope that you will be pleased with all professional services. Gratuities for group meals are included. For your birding tour guide, we suggest $10-$15 per day per guest. Note that if there is more than one guide, this can be split among them.

Cell Phones & Internet Service

Your guide is well connected and can help if any urgent communication need arises. However, it is highly recommended that you travel with a CELL PHONE, if only as a precaution for the unfortunate occurrence of a medical emergency during an outing and needing swift accessibility to critical personal or medical contacts. For this circumstance, a locked phone would prove useless, therefore, consider providing NJ a code that will unlock your phone in case you are unable to.

Be sure to check with your wireless provider to see if your phone and service will work in your destination country and ask for “international roaming” service for your phone. If you still have a cell phone that accepts a SIM card, you can buy a local SIM card at the airport to insert in your mobile phone. If you bring the phone for Internet and an alarm, but do not want charges, make sure you know how to turn OFF your cellular data function on your cell phone, otherwise you could incur huge charges if you are not on Wi-Fi.

If your phone can connect to Wi-Fi, you may be able to make voice and video calls free of charge. Contact your cell phone provider for further details. Another option if you have access to Wi-Fi, is to use smartphone apps like Skype, WhatsApp, or Viber to send text messages, and make voice calls, or video calls. Many smartphones, tablets, or laptops come with one of these apps pre-installed or you can download for free. If bringing a laptop or tablet, get a good dustcover to protect it at all times.

If you want to avoid incurring huge data roaming charges while you are not connected to Wi-Fi, be sure to turn off your cellular roaming mode or put your phone in airplane mode. You will still be able to use it for photos and it will save battery usage as well.

Your hotels and most local restaurants provide Wi-Fi at least in their common areas. Although it is generally a reliable service, it can be affected by adverse weather conditions due to the remote location.

Please refrain from taking or making cell phone calls in the vehicles when traveling with other passengers, unless it appears to be an emergency. This disrupts other guests, plan on cell phone call use on your own time.

Electricity

The standard voltage in Argentina and Chile is 220 Volts, alternating at 50 HZ. If you travel to Argentina with a device that does not accept 240 Volts at 50 Hertz, you will need a voltage converter. Most modern appliances now convert for you but check that your cord has a box on it to do so or is labeled to do so. Power plugs and sockets in Argentina are types C and I; in Chile, types C and L (which also works with plug C). You will need a power plug adapter. More information can be found at www.power-plugs-sockets.com.

Time

Argentina is on Argentina Time (one hour ahead of New York) and does not observe daylight savings time; while Chile is on Chile Standard Time (the same time zone as New York), with daylight savings time starting in September. Check www.timeanddate.com before leaving home for your conversion.

Questions?

Please contact Naturalist Journeys by email at clientservices@naturalistjourneys or telephone at our office: (520) 558-1146 or toll free: (866) 900-1146 if you have any questions. Many thanks for traveling with us and we hope you enjoy your journey!

Pace of the Tour & What to Expect

You will receive a Schedule-at-a-Glance and list of hotels (our eContact List) a few weeks before your departure. This will serve as an outline for each day and alert you to any recent changes made in the schedule or to our hotels, if needed.

Our journeys are set up to follow the rhythm of nature. Our focus is on birding and nature; we offer full, well-planned field days and often get up early for that magical time around dawn. We generally follow the published itinerary, but we stay flexible to the weather, wildlife opportunities and the interests of the group. Your guide will keep you apprised of the next day’s schedule at each evening meal, noting what to bring and what to prepare for. Questions and/or concerns are welcome.

The pace of our Naturalist Journeys tours is moderate; to fully participate you should be able to get in and out of vehicles several times a day, and walk 1-3 miles over uneven terrain. It is important to participate with a flexible attitude as adjustments may be made in our schedule to make the most of our time in the field or for other purposes at your guide's discretion. We are not a “listing” bird company that drills down on target species, but at times we do wait for those special species unique to the places we visit. During the day, we take time to stop for photos and for educational opportunities to learn about conservation projects, landscapes, and geology. We appreciate other taxa as well as birds, with mammals often the biggest draw but plants and butterflies are also very popular. Our clients often lend their own expertise to the mix.

We like to make meals a fun and memorable part of the experience, too. Breakfasts are often at hotels, and we carry snacks, fruit, and water in the vans each day. Lunches are a mix of picnics in the field (weather dependent) and a chance to dine with locals at small cafes and restaurants. For dinner, we pride ourselves in our homework to keep up with the best choices for dining, choosing restaurants with atmosphere that specialize in local foods. On occasion we keep dinner simple to go back out in the field for sunset wildlife viewing or night walks. In some remote locations, our choices are limited. If you are tired, room service for dinner may be an option you can choose.

Naturalist Journeys International Trips: Guide Role

Naturalist Journeys supports ecotourism and the development of excellent local guides. Once we know our international partners and guides well, we can send out small groups working directly with these trusted partners, adding a Naturalist Journeys guide to assist the local expert when we have a group of 6-7 or more. This helps us keep your costs down while retaining tour quality. The local guide is your main guide. You can expect your Naturalist Journeys guide to be well-researched and often they are experienced in the destination, but their role is not to be primary, it is to help to organize logistics, help you find birds, mammals, and interesting other species in the field, keep reports, help facilitate group interactions, and to keep the trip within Naturalist Journeys' style. Local guides live in the countries we travel to, know the destinations intimately, and are often the strongest force for conservation in their countries. They open many doors for us to have a rich experience.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted in any vehicle or in any situation where the group is participating in an activity together, such as a vehicle excursion or a guided walk. Please respect all designated smoking areas at hotels and restaurants.

Transportation

As a courtesy to each other, we ask that all travelers please rotate seating. On international trips we may all be in one small bus, on some trips we are in vans, particularly the roomy Sprinter Vans when available. Some areas require us to be in smaller 4-wheel drive or safari vehicles. Rotation allows you to sit with different drivers and alternate front and back seating.

Photo Release & Sharing

We take many group photos and will share photos with the group. And after your tour, we will organize a chance to share photos via Dropbox or Google Photos. Please note that this is our policy and if you prefer to be excluded, we need to know ahead of your tour.

By registering for this tour, you agree to grant to Naturalist Journeys and its authorized representatives’ permission to record on photography film and/or video, pictures of my participation in the tour. You further agree that any or all of the material photographed may be used, in any form, as part of any future publications, brochure, or other printed materials used to promote Naturalist Journeys, and further that such use shall be without payment of fees, royalties, special credit or other compensation.

Travel Insurance

You are traveling in remote areas. Naturalist Journeys strongly recommends you have full medical and evacuation insurance from a company such as Allianz, for all international travel. If you do not have medical coverage or evacuation coverage on your existing travel insurance policy or for some reason elected not to take that out, we advise getting an evacuation plan with Global Rescue, World Nomads, Medjet, Allianz (they can do evacuation only) or a similar company. These plans are typically $300-$400 for a year for multiple destinations. This coverage may be a part of a larger Travel Insurance policy but can also be purchased on its own.

Questions?

Please contact Naturalist Journeys by email at clientservices@naturalistjourneys.com or telephone our office: (520) 558-1146 or toll free: (866) 900-1146 if you have any questions. Many thanks for traveling with us and we hope you enjoy your journey.

Please Pack Light!

Soft luggage is much easier for us to pack than a more rigid hard sided piece, so if you have the choice, please use your soft luggage.  Be sure to have your name and address on the inside of the bag, as well as on the luggage tag on the handle.  It is our hope that you can pack in one checked suitcase that does not exceed 45 pounds.  Be sure to carry your personal identification, medication, airline tickets, passport, binoculars, camera, and other essential items on your person, NOT in your checked bag. You will want a day pack for field trips, so this is an ideal carry-on. Please reconfirm your airline’s baggage weight and size restrictions about a week or so before departure.

In general, the weather during your stay will range from cold to comfortable, with temperatures from the low 30’s and to the low 70’s °F. Rain and wind are always possible in any of these temps, so keep in mind that the combination of cold, wind and rain will require some good planning to be as comfortable as possible if these extreme conditions occur. Fabrics like fleece, as well as rain gear, will protect you from rain and wind and keep you warm. Check your favorite weather website closer to your departure to better predict what the weather will be on your adventure.

Dress is comfortable and informal throughout the trip. We want you to be comfortable throughout varying weather and the key to that is layering. Also, choose clothing you don’t mind getting dirty and things that are comfortable and easy to wear and launder. Supportive hiking boots are essential for our walks.

Clothing & Gear

• Long pants, 2-3 pair
• Long-sleeved shirts/turtlenecks, 3-4 – think layering
• T-shirts or equivalent, 1-2 (optional) for layering
• Long underwear, 1 pair lightweight
• Raingear – these double as wind break
• Sweater or fleece shirt
• Warm jacket (windproof)
• Comfortable clothes for evening (a cleaner version of your field clothes)
• Hat with broad brim for sun on dry days
• Scarf or neck gaiter, warm and water-repellent gloves or mittens, warm hat for cold weather
• Personal underclothing and pajamas
• Socks – several warm pairs, and several pairs of a lightweight, easy to wash and dry material
• Comfortable walking shoes (such as tennis shoes)
• Supportive hiking boots that can keep your feet dry
• Comfortable shoes for evenings, travel days
• Bandana (optional)

Equipment & Miscellaneous

• Airline E-ticket verification
• Passport, visa (if required), health and travel insurance info, current vaccinations, money & credit cards.
• A secure pouch to carry the items above on your person (such as a secure, under-clothing document pouch)
• As a backup: copies of all the above (phone and/or paper) packed in a separate location than on your person, plus a set given to your emergency contact at home as a backup. For passport, copy of the  ID and entry stamp pages.
• Small daypack or fanny pack for carrying your field gear
• Cell Phone and charger
• Camera and charger/extra batteries/battery charger, memory cards/film, lens cleaning supplies and your instruction manual (optional)
• Binoculars
• Spotting scope and tripod (optional; guides will have them)
• Tablet/laptop for personal use and/or transferring photos, USB stick, USB cord and charger (optional). If bringing a laptop or tablet, bring a good dustcover to protect it at all times.
• Umbrella – compact and not brightly colored
• Walking stick – we find that many travelers appreciate a walking stick on trails, sporting goods stores carry collapsible models that pack easily in your suitcase (optional)
• Small flashlight with fresh batteries
• Alarm clock (or use your cell phone)
• Sunscreen/lip balm
• Sunglasses with neck strap
• Toiletry articles
• Water bottle (or plan to refill one bought on location) Notebook or journal and pen (optional) Field guides (optional)
• Laundry soap if you plan to do hand washing
• Earplugs – in urban and even rural areas barking dogs and traffic noise can be annoying
• Rechargeable power bank (optional)

WE DO NOT RECOMMEND TRAVELING WITH PRECIOUS OR VALUABLE JEWELRY – don’t tempt anyone and don’t bring things you’d regret losing - your mind will be at ease!

Medical & First Aid Items

• Heath insurance and vaccination records (kept in personal pouch with other travel documents)
• Personal medications (and copy of vital prescriptions)
• Motion sickness preventatives if likely to be needed on bus, van drives, etc.
• Personal first aid kit and medications for general ailments
• Copy of eyeglass prescription, vaccination records, medical alerts
• Extra pair of eyeglasses or contacts
• Band-aids, moleskin to protect against blisters
• Antibiotic gel or creme

There are many titles of interest for Patagonia; the following are a few that we have enjoyed that can get you started.

Top Picks

Merlin App – Chile Pack. A phone-based birding app from Cornell University Laboratory of Ornithology. Before departing the U.S., download the app for free, then from within the app, download the “pack” for Chile.

General Reading

Moon Patagonia

Patagonia Footprint Handbook

Field Guides

Birds of Patagonia, Tierra del Fuego & Antarctic Peninsula

A Guide to the Birds and Mammals of Coastal Patagonia

Birds of Argentina and the South-West Atlantic

Field Guide to the Birds of Chile

Birds of Chile - A Photo Guide

Patagonia and Tierra Del Fuego Travel Reference Map

Natural History

A Wildlife Guide to Chile.

History & Culture

The Book of Patagonia: Its History from Magellan to Our Days

Forgotten Continent: A History of the New Latin America

Patagonia. A Cultural History

Uttermost Part of the Earth

Latin American Spanish Phrasebook & Dictionary

Memoir/Non-Fiction

In Patagonia

The Whispering Land

Patagonia: The Camino Home

Your guide will also have a selection of reference books and materials for participants to share. As an Amazon Associate, Naturalist Journeys earns from qualifying purchases, and may get commissions for purchases made through links on this page at no added cost to you.

General

Argentina

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Argentina

Buenos Aires – Capital of Argentina

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buenos_Aires

Patagonia

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patagonia

Puerto Pirámides

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Puerto_Pir%C3%A1mides

Trelew

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trelew

Ushuaia

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ushuaia

El Calafate

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/El_Calafate

Cerro Castillo, Chile

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cerro_Castillo,_Chile

Puerto Natales

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Puerto_Natales

Punto Arenas

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Punta_Arenas

Nature, Wildlife & Biology

Birding Argentina

• https://fatbirder.com/world-birding/south-america/argentine-republic/

Birding Patagonia

• https://blogpatagonia.australis.com/birding-patagonia/

Birding Chile

• https://fatbirder.com/world-birding/south-america/republic-of-chile/

Isla Magdelena Penguin Colony

• https://www.southamericatotheworld.com/isla-magdalena-magellan-penguins-colony/

Pumas of Estancia Laguna Amarga

• https://www.leonamarga.com/posts

Wildlife in Valdes

• https://www.swoop-patagonia.com/visit/wildlife/valdes#:~:text=The%20Valdes%20Peninsula%20is%20home,are%20some%20of%20the%20highlights.

Elephant Seals at Punta Delgada

• https://www.welcomeargentina.com/puertopiramides/el-arenal-beach.html

Punta Tombo Magellan Penguins

• https://www.patagonia-argentina.com/en/punta-tombo/

Large Mammals of Patagonia

• https://www.swoop-patagonia.com/visit/wildlife/animals

Conservation, Parks & Reserves

Challenges of Preserving Chilean Patagonia

• https://www.pewtrusts.org/en/research-and-analysis/fact-sheets/2019/04/the-challenges-of-conserving-chilean-patagonia

Costanera Sur Ecological Reserve

• https://turismo.buenosaires.gob.ar/en/atractivo/costanera-sur-ecological-reserve

Torres del Paine National Park

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Torres_del_Paine_National_Park
• https://www.conaf.cl/parques/parque-nacional-torres-del-paine/

Puerto Piramides

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Puerto_Pir%C3%A1mides

Tierra del Fuego National Park

• https://www.argentina.gob.ar/parquesnacionales/tierradelfuego
• https://national-parks.org/argentina/tierra-del-fuego
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tierra_del_Fuego_National_Park

Geology & Geography

Geology of Argentina and Chile

• https://wikimili.com/en/Geology_of_Argentina
• https://wikimili.com/en/Geology_of_Chile

Geography of Argentina and Chile

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geography_of_Argentina
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geography_of_Chile

History & Culture

History and facts about Argentina

• https://www.britannica.com/place/Argentina

History and Facts about Chile

• https://www.britannica.com/place/Chile

Argentine Culture

• https://culturalatlas.sbs.com.au/argentine-culture

Argentine Cuisine

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Argentine_cuisine

Helpful Travel Websites

Ezeiza International Airport (EZE) (Arrival)

• https://www.aa2000.com.ar/ezeiza

Santiago Airport (SCL) (Departure)

• https://www.santiago-airport.com/

National Passport Information Center

• https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html

U.S. Department of State International Travel Information

• https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Argentina.html
• https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Chile.html

Homeland Security Real ID Act

• https://www.dhs.gov/real-id

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)

• https://www.cbp.gov/travel

Transportation Security Administration (TSA)

• https://www.tsa.gov

Canada Travel Advice and Advisories

• https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/argentina
• https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/chile

Travel Health Pro (UK)

• https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/country/11/argentina
• https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/country/48/chile

Centers for Disease Control (CDC)

• https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/argentina
• https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/chile

Foreign Exchange Rates

• https://www.xe.com/

ATM Locator

• https://www.visa.com/atmlocator/
• https://www.mastercard.us/en-us/personal/get-support/find-nearest-atm.html

Electricity and Plugs

• https://www.power-plugs-sockets.com/argentina
• https://www.power-plugs-sockets.com/chile/

Date, Time, and Holidays

• https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/argentina/buenos-aires
• https://www.timeanddate.com/holidays/argentina/
• https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/chile/santiago
• https://www.timeanddate.com/holidays/chile/