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Explore the best of Chilean and Argentinean southern Patagonia in comfort and privacy

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Patagonia is one of South America’s best kept secrets. Often referred to as the ‘end of the world’, the unlimited, unspoiled landscape is spectacular. Bright blue waters, green forests, icy mountain peaks, stunning rock formations and a mass of different wildlife are regular sights in the region.

With over a million square kilometres of land, it can be important to book guided Patagonia luxury tours to ensure you are really making the most of your time and money. Trust the experts and use their knowledge to take you on the trip of your dreams.

1.What is the best time to visit Patagonia?

It is a little-known fact that Patagonia is open all year and you can explore the wilds of Patagonia any season. To answer the question “When is the best month to visit Patagonia?” will depend on what you want to do, see and experience.

Each season has its own unique landscapes, activities and advantages. As the seasons of Patagonia are reversed from the northern hemisphere with Summer being December – February and Winter being June- mid-September, the weather and temperatures vary, but can be equally unpredictable any time of year.

The highest temperatures in Patagonia can be experienced during the summer months, where they can reach around 72 °F (22 °C). The lowest temperatures are during the winter months where they can drop down to 32°F (0 °C) at night. However, the winter months are the time of year with the least amount of wind, often with several days where there is no wind at all. This is also the time of year with the most beautiful landscapes, offering the best opportunities to see the elusive Puma as well. The wind-chill factor in Patagonia can sometimes make the ambient temperature feel up to about 30 °F (6 °C) colder than what it really is.

3.What is the best way to see Patagonia?

Travelers wanting to plan a Patagonia tour often wonder about whether the region, both the Chilean and Argentinean sides of it, are safe places to travel. The short answer is, absolutely! Patagonia is a safe travel destination for all local and foreign travelers. Crime is virtually non-existent in this region of South America and locals here are known for going out of their way to show kindness to travelers and for lending a helping hand. You will not have to worry about security in Patagonia’s National Parks either but, as with any foreign place, you may want to be mindful of your valuables when visiting the towns.

Visitors to the Parks, kayakers, hikers, and wildlife photographers also often wonder whether the wildlife encountered on a Patagonia trip poses any danger. You can rest assured that there are very few threatening animals in Patagonia, and those that are dangerous are elusive and rarely spotted by humans.

The beverages, food, water, and ice are clean and safe at basically all hotels in the region. If you have any concerns though, avoid ice on drinks and avoid eating uncooked vegetables. If have dietary restrictions, most restaurants and hotels in Patagonia will happily accommodate your needs. For water safety, most hotels provide a purified water station to fill your canteen bottle each day before setting out on your hike or excursions.

Patagonia is also particularly safe for solo travelers as well as for family travel. The website ResponsibleTravel.com reviewed Patagonia as a wonderful destination for adventurous solo travelers and for families, with opportunities to explore at sea, on sand, in the mountains, and everywhere in between.

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Patagonia Untamed
PATAGONIA UNTAMED
 
Available Year-Round
 

Take a Patagonia Puma safari tour and delight in the rare opportunity to photograph the world’s largest, most elusive mountain lion. A private puma tracking team and specialized puma guide await your arrival in Torres del Paine National Park.

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Patagonia Select Safari
PATAGONIA SELECT
 
Available From September to April
 

Guests with a limited travel timeframe are invited to make the most of Southern Patagonia. Explore the tour highlights of Chilean and Argentinian Patagonia, from majestic Torres del Paine National Park to El Calafate and the mighty Perito Moreno Glacier.

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Patagonia Revealed Safari
PATAGONIA REVEALED
 
Available From September to April
 

This in-depth tour itinerary reveals the best-kept secrets of Patagonia’s most picturesque season. Explore Puerto Natales, Torres del Paine, and the Fjord of Last Hope. Hike Perito Moreno’s icy landscape and tour El Calafate town–it’s all about the journey.

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Patagonia Immersion Safari
PATAGONIA IMMERSION
 
Available from September to March
 

This extended version of our Patagonia Overland Safaris not only concentrates the best of both Torres del Paine National Park in Chile and El Calafate in Argentina (including Perito Moreno Glacier), and also incorporates El Chalten, home to iconic Mt. Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre.

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If the adventure options above do not exactly satisfy your needs for a Patagonia adventure, we recommend our Tailor-Made safaris, or you can also explore any of these additional safari adventures: our 5-day Hidden Safari or our extended 6-day Wild Patagonia Safari in the months of May thru August.

Patagonia Family Safaris
Family Safaris

Elevate your Patagonia experience by taking in the wonders, wildlife, and adventures in the company of your loved ones.

Photography Safaris in Patagonia
Photography Safaris

Take an unforgettable journey through this internationally-renowned photography destination and capture the best of Patagonia’s unique light and landscapes.

Fly Fishing in Patagonia
Tailor-Made Safaris

Create your dream getaway by customizing a Patagonia safari adventure, from kayaking to hiking to photography and puma tracking.

Patagonia Honeymoon Safaris
Honeymoon Safaris

Spend your honeymoon exploring an untouched mountain paradise by private Jeep®. Patagonia safaris strike the perfect balance between rugged adventure and blissful relaxation.

Which Accommodations In Patagonia Is Right For Me?
TWO LEVELS OF ACCOMMODATIONS TO CHOOSE FROM: GOLD & SILVER

Talk to your Travel Agent if you need help choosing the perfect accommodation for your Patagonia Tour.


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Visiting Patagonia in January
Air Temperatures (Max/Min): 67/47ºF (19/8ºC)

January is one of the 3 summer months in Patagonia where the days are the longest all year and the temperatures are the warmest of the year (although its never warm in Patagonia). Temperatures are pleasant during the day, with cooler temperatures at night. You can expect the sun to be up as early as 4:30am and sundown to be at around 10:00pm. This is also the busiest time of the year in Patagonia.

IDEAL SAFARIS IN JANUARY:
  • Patagonia Revealed Safari
  • Patagonia Select Safari
  • Patagonia Immersion Safari
Jeep driving in Torres del Paine National Park, Chile
Visiting Patagonia in February
Air Temperatures (Max/Min): 67/44ºF (19/7ºC)

February is one of the 3 summer months in Patagonia along with December and January. It is the busiest time of the year in the Parks and temperatures are also the warmest of the year (although it’s never warm in in this corner of the world). The sun also rises very early during this time of year, at around 5:00am and sundown can be as late as 10:00pm.

IDEAL SAFARIS IN FEBRUARY:
  • Patagonia Revealed Safari
  • Patagonia Select Safari
  • Patagonia Immersion Safari
Guanaco grazing the pampas in Patagonia
Visiting Patagonia in March
Air Temperatures (Max/Min): 63/38ºF, (17/2ºC)

March is the first month of the fall in Patagonia and rewards travelers with beautiful colors as leaves begin to change color for the upcoming winter season. For photographers, this is one of the nicest times of the years to go as the landscape contrasts beautifully with the shades of reds, yellows and browns of the plant life. The winds of the earlier months start to die down and the larger crowds of the summer months also begin to diminish during this time of the year.

IDEAL SAFARIS IN MARCH:
  • Patagonia Revealed Safari
  • Patagonia Select Safari
  • Patagonia Immersion Safari
Visiting Patagonia in April
Air Temperatures (Max/Min): 56/36ºF (13/3ºC)

During the month of April the colors of the trees around the Park start to get more dramatic as they prepare for the winter. For photographers, along with the months of April and May this is one of the nicest times of the years to go as the landscape contrasts beautifully with the shades of reds, yellows and browns of the plant life. There is a lot less wind during this time of year as compared to the summer months and crowds also begin to diminish.

IDEAL SAFARIS IN APRIL:
  • Patagonia Revealed Safari
  • Patagonia Select Safari
  • Patagonia Wild Safari
Visiting Patagonia in May
Air Temperatures (Max/Min): 48/33ºF (9/0ºC)

During the month of May the foliage colors around the park are very intense, making it a perfect time of year for photographers. There is also a lot less wind during this time of year as compared to the previous months, allowing for those beautiful photographs of the mountains reflecting on the perfectly still lakes around the Park. Puma sightings also become a lot more common during this month of the year as these big cats get ready for their favorite season of the year… winter.

IDEAL SAFARIS IN MAY:
  • Patagonia Untamed Puma Safari
  • Patagonia Select Safari
  • Patagonia Hidden Safari
Fjords and Glacier in Patagonia
Visiting Patagonia in June
Air Temperatures (Max/Min): 39/31ºF (4/-1ºC)

June is the first month of the winter season in Patagonia; the season with the least amount of wind all year. It’s very common to have lots of days of big blue skies, and because there is no wind it can often feel warmer than Fall or even Summer months. For photographers, this is the most beautiful time of the year to visit Patagonia and it is much easier to spot elusive wildlife like Pumas and foxes.

IDEAL SAFARIS IN JUNE:
  • Patagonia Hidden Safari
  • Patagonia Untamed Puma Safari
Snowy mountains in Patagonia
Visiting Patagonia in July
Air Temperatures (Max/Min): 38/29ºF (3/-2ºC)

Landscapes are very different during these winter months in Patagonia, as both Torres del Paine and Los Glaciares National Parks get powdered with light snow at night. 95% of all the excursions offered during the summer months remain open during the winter, offering a whole new way to experience the wilds of Patagonia. It is also very common to see Pumas during this time of the year, making it the perfect season for our Puma Tracking and Wildlife Photo Safaris.

IDEAL SAFARIS IN JULY:
  • Patagonia Hidden Safari
  • Patagonia Untamed Safari
Visiting Patagonia in August
Air Temperatures (max/min): 63-42ºF (17-6ºC)

Both Torres del Paine and Los Glaciares National Parks get powdered with light snow at night, giving way to some of the most spectacular views in the morning right from your hotel. It is very common to see Pumas during this time of the year, making it the perfect season for our Puma Tracking and Wildlife Photo Safaris. For those looking to escape the heat in the Northern hemisphere, traveling to Patagonia during August as couples or with the family is the perfect getaway.

IDEAL SAFARIS IN AUGUST:
  • Patagonia Hidden Safari
  • Patagonia Untamed Safari
A hiker at the base of Torres del Paine towers in Chile, Patagonia
Visiting Patagonia in September
Air Temperatures (Max/Min): 50/34ºF (10/1ºC)

September is the first month of spring in Patagonia and the Parks are gorgeous during this time of the year. Many trees in Patagonia are evergreens, and the ones that lost their foliage begin to grow it back in September, thereby giving way to vivid green colors during this time of year. Puma sightings are still quite common during this time of the year, making it a perfect option for Puma Tracking tours, as weather starts to get warmer.

IDEAL SAFARIS IN SEPTEMBER:
  • Patagonia Hidden Safari
  • Patagonia Untamed Puma Safari
  • Patagonia Select Safari (Starting September 25)
Horseback riding in Patagonia with Gaucho
Visiting Patagonia in October
Air Temperatures (Max/Min): 58/38ºF, 14/3ºC

Spring is beautiful in Patagonia as the greens turn very vivid during these months and natural life recovers from the winter months, giving a renewed aspect to the entire region. Days also start getting longer in October and travelers start arriving in larger numbers to the parks.

IDEAL SAFARIS IN OCTOBER:
  • Patagonia Select Safari
  • Patagonia Revealed Safari
  • Patagonia Immersion Safari
  • Patagonia Untamed Puma Safari
A man glacier kayaking in Patagonia
Visiting Patagonia in November
Air Temperatures (max/min): 63-42ºF (17-6ºC)

November is the last month of Spring in Patagonia and the Parks are extremely green as the summer approaches. Days are longer in November and the weather is very pleasant during the day, yet you still don’t have the larger crowds of the summer months in the Parks. This allows for some great outdoor adventures each day, with good weather and no crowds.

IDEAL SAFARIS IN NOVEMBER:
  • Patagonia Revealed Safari
  • Patagonia Select Safaris
  • Patagonia Immersion Safaris
Small group of travelers ice trekking in Patagonia
Visiting Patagonia in December
Air Temperatures (Max/Min): 65/45ºF (18/7ºC)

December is the first month of the summer in Patagonia and the days start getting much longer. Temperatures are pleasant during the day, with cooler temperatures at night. This also happens to be the windiest time of year in Patagonia, thereby making the air temperatures seem colder than what they actually are. Crowds begin to arrive in larger numbers to the park, making the summer the busiest time of the year in Patagonia.

IDEAL SAFARIS IN DECEMBER:
  • Patagonia Revealed Safari
  • Patagonia Family Safaris
  • Patagonia Select Safari
  • Patagonia Immersion Safari
  • Patagonia Wild Safari
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