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Great
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Average
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Patagonia Tour & Trip Ratings
Tour Reviews
Had the most wonderful weather and the views are stunningly beautiful beyond words! Most enjoyable hikes in both TDP and Fitz Roy areas as expected. Estancia El Cond...
The breath taking landscapes/views, whether you were sitting in the bus or hiking. Don’t forget to look up! Seeing Las Torres from a distance as we were driving into...
A fantastic trip which I would have given 5 stars until we had major delays with our return flight. The scenery is stunning and the walking excellent. Numerous mome...
Our vacation was fantastic. Everything was well prepared. Excellent communication with the organizer; my emails were nearly immediately responded to. The accommodati...
This tour was fantastic, with regular lodging throughout the trip. I stayed in hostel private rooms, which were all enough for me and conveniently located near the t...
Overall, the trip was fantastic! I'm not particularly sporty, so trekking isn't in my future, but I had beautiful walks and had a great time. The Perito Moreno Glaci...
My daughter and I enjoyed the 13-day Best of Patagonia tour, which included activities such as kayaking down the La Leona River and walking with penguins on Martillo...
"My trip was organized in detail. All the information was sent ...
Laura was my travel adviser, and she was fantastic; they put together a fantastic schedule for El Chalton, El Calafate, and the Torres Del Paine W Trek. They recomme...
Laura was my travel adviser, and she was fantastic; they put together a fantastic schedule for El Chalton, El Calafate, and the Torres Del Paine W Trek. They recomme...
Our favorite part of the trip was the Las Torres program, which you recommended to us. The Las Torres Hotel was our favorite. The Argentine Polo Day was our favorite...
Our favorite part of the trip was the Las Torres program, which you recommended to us. The Las Torres Hotel was our favorite. The Argentine Polo Day was our favorite...
Say Hueque made all of my trip arrangements a lot easier. I didn't have to worry about transportation or where I was going to stay until I got at my destination. I f...
Say Hueque made all of my trip arrangements a lot easier. I didn't have to worry about transportation or where I was going to stay until I got at my destination. I f...
I've traveled to Argentina several times. I first visited this gorgeous nation as a backpacker in 2001, and I've been returning ever since. Now that I'm no longer a ...
I've traveled to Argentina several times. I first visited this gorgeous nation as a backpacker in 2001, and I've been returning ever since. Now that I'm no longer a ...
We have had a brilliant trip - thank you for all your help. The holiday was brilliant. We walked ca 140km, ascent of ca 4,000m and loved the scenery. Arrangements we...
We have had a brilliant trip - thank you for all your help. The holiday was brilliant. We walked ca 140km, ascent of ca 4,000m and loved the scenery. Arrangements we...
We loved our 13 day trip to Patagonia! We visited El Calafate, El Chaten, Puerto Natales and Ushuaia. Our Travel Advisor from Say Hueque planned an organized and exc...
We loved our 13 day trip to Patagonia! We visited El Calafate, El Chaten, Puerto Natales and Ushuaia. Our Travel Advisor from Say Hueque planned an organized and exc...
Editor’s Take
Most trip reviews tend to focus on some or all of these 5 key areas, not all of which may be relevant to you: the tour guide, travel company, service level, country or countries traveled in, and the trip itinerary.
Remember, just because you see a 1-star review doesn’t necessarily mean that person disliked the country.
From the overwhelmingly positive reviews which guided tours in Patagonia received from travelers, it is clear that the region’s tourism industry is well developed. For most guided tour participants, Patagonia’s aptitude for providing satisfactory tourism is best reflected in their outdoor adventures.
Many travelers referenced the different terrains they were able to explore with guided tours, which felt very unique compared to other countries with homogenous landscapes. Similarly, for travelers who require special accommodations when traveling or hiking, many tour operators went above and beyond to ensure their comfort in quality equipment.
Even still, travelers who find traversing mountainsides or crossing icefields difficult may consider exploring museums in urban centers, as other sites are highly remote. Overall, it is clear that safety is the number one priority for Patagonia tour operators, as reviewers came from different levels of physical fitness and hiking experience, yet all seemed to still have a good time.
The way that many travelers referenced specific tour guides proved just how capable and friendly they were. It also showed how Patagonia tour operators seek to employ individuals who are well-acquainted with the land and local people.
Travelers appeared to thrive best in small groups over solo or private guided tours, as the latter did not allow for the same cultural exchanges that came with meeting other international travelers.
Specific tour operators were praised for their friendly attitudes, versatility, and ability to provide equipment to those who needed it. Similarly, tour guides took the initiative to interact with their tour groups in order to make them feel welcomed in Patagonia.
In regards to lodging, it is clear that many travelers often expected higher quality accommodations or more amenities (air-conditioning, wifi) than they ended up receiving at their hotels or lodges. On the other hand, travelers expecting to stay in eco-lodges or campsites were more than happy with their lodging accommodations.
Budget or adventure travelers often referenced how this close vicinity to nature made their trip in Patagonia all the more memorable. Therefore, travelers are encouraged to consider that, while Patagonia does have a booming tourism industry, it is still working to update its more remote travel sites. This is something which luxury travel fans may want to investigate further before booking.
With reference to tour itineraries, many travelers felt their expectations were exceeded. Traveling across the country, no more how comfortable the mode of transport, proved exhausting for many. In another way, significant amounts of time were spent traveling or waiting for transportation, a fact that many travelers felt detracted from their exploration of the region.
As Patagonia continues to expand its tourism opportunities and sites, travelers will gain access to more efficient means of transportation. It is important that travelers also consider the type of guided tours they are booking for Patagonia, as budget traveling will have significantly different transportation means than luxury or adventure.
For those looking to experience a variety of physical activities in Patagonia, there are few limits. Those looking to explore museums or art collections will find that they are located mostly in urban centers, an important fact to note when planning travel routes.
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