prolog

STEP 1.
Dreaming of Patagonia

10 Patagonia Highlights
Patagonia, synonymous with nature
Patagonia History
Patagonia's natural environment
Patagonia flora and fauna

STEP 2.
Drawing Patagonia

Patagonia at a glance
National Parks in Patagonia
Major trekking destinations in Patagonia
Patagonia Travel Dates and Weather
Preparing for a Patagonia Trip
Patagonia travel itinerary and route
How to get around by city
Recommended rental car travel course
travel budget
Communication & Travel Information
Must-try food
Survival Spanish

STEP 3.
Traveling through Patagonia

01 San Carlos de Bariloche
TRAVEL INFO
SEE & ACTIVITY
Bariloche Beer Tour
Tour along Lake Nahuel Huapi
TREKING
Xiaoxiao State Park Trekking
EAT
SLEEP

02 El Calafate
TRAVEL INFO
SEE & ACTIVITY
TREKING
Los Glaciares National Park's main glaciers
Enjoy the Perito Moreno Glacier 100 Times More
Perito Moreno Glacier Observatory Tour
Perito Moreno Glacier Tour by Ferry
Uppsala & Spegazzini Glacier Tour by Cruise
EAT
SLEEP

03 El Chalten
TRAVEL INFO
TREKING
El Chalten trekking spots
Condor Observatory Trekking
Fitzroy Trekking
Laguna Torre Trekking
Roma del Fileje Tumbado Trekking
EAT
SLEEP

04 Puerto Natales
TRAVEL INFO
SEE & ACTIVITY
TREKING
Torres del Paine Trekking National Park
Torres del Paine trekking season
Getting to Torres del Paine
Torres del Paine Day Trek
Torres del Paine O Trekking
Torres del Paine W Trek
What to pack for a Torres del Paine trek
Book a Torres del Paine campsite
Book a campsite in Torres del Paine online
Torres del Paine National Park Campground Use ABCs
EAT
SLEEP

05 Punta Arenas
TRAVEL INFO
SEE & ACTIVITY
Tours from Punta Arenas
TREKING
San Isidro Lighthouse Trek
Monte Tan Trekking
EAT
SLEEP

06 Excellent Aia
TRAVEL INFO
SEE & ACTIVITY
Special tour from Ushuaia
TREKING
Tierra del Fuego Trekking
Martial Glacier Trekking
Lake Esmeralda Trekking
EAT
SLEEP

In-depth introduction to the 'Burning Sweet Potato' Fitzroy and the wild, natural 'Three Peaks' Torres del Paine!
Patagonia, a mecca for trekkers around the world, contains essential trekking courses and valuable information!
Covering all of Patagonia's key tourist destinations: Bariloche, the Switzerland of South America; Ushuaia, the end of the world; the breathtaking blue glaciers of El Calafate; El Chalten, the trekkers' capital; and Punta Arenas, embracing the Strait of Magellan!

Patagonia, the end of the world, the land of wind, the trekking mecca!

When you think of Patagonia, the first thing that comes to mind is outdoor clothing.
That's not wrong either.
The outdoor brand Patagonia was born when founder Yvon Chouinard was inspired by the great outdoors while traveling through Patagonia.
It's not just the name that's taken.
The image featured in the Patagonia logo is a direct copy of the Fitz Roy Mountains in Patagonia, Argentina, at dawn.
The sight of mountains rising against a sky that turns from purple to red is the most sought-after sight for travelers traveling to Patagonia.

Patagonia is far away.
It's on the other side of the globe, at the tip of South America.
It is so far and remote that it is called the end of the world.
It is also called the 'Land of the Wind' because strong winds often blow that can knock people over.
Travelers choose Patagonia as the last travel destination of their lives.
Trekkers who have experienced all the world's great trekking courses, including the Himalayas, the Alps, and the Camino de Santiago, choose it as their final destination.
It's not because Patagonia is far away or difficult to get to.
It's because I want to decorate the most wonderful finale of the trekking trip.
I want to spend several days wandering through this beautiful, mysterious, and wild Patagonia and take the trip of a lifetime.
Patagonia is the perfect destination for such travelers.
Patagonia is a place with breathtaking mountains like sculptures, glaciers like the blue heart of the Earth, and a unique polar ecosystem preserved intact. It is the gateway to Antarctica and the end of the earth. That place is Patagonia.
Even if we can't go there, it's a place where we live with the thought of 'someday going to Patagonia' in our hearts.


Includes essential trekking information for Patagonia, including Fitz Roy and Torres del Paine!

The thing that people who dream of traveling to Patagonia want to do the most is trekking.
This is because trekking is the most dramatic way to experience Patagonia, where nature is preserved intact.
Patagonia is a huge land about ten times the size of South Korea.
It spans two countries, Argentina and Chile, and both offer stunning trekking opportunities.
Fitz Roy in Argentina and Torres del Paine in Chile! Fitz Roy is also known as the "Burning Potato."
It is named after the beautiful sight of the peaks rising into the sky turning red at dawn.
Las Torres, the center of Torres del Paine National Park, is nicknamed 'The Three Peaks'.
Its nickname comes from the three huge rock peaks that rise up from it.
Trekkers want to see both of these places.


〈The End of the World, Patagonia〉 is packed with information on trekking in Fitz Roy and Torres del Paine.
Both places are popular tourist destinations, so during the peak summer season (December to February), reservations are booked months in advance.
In particular, for Torres del Paine, where you must use a campsite or shelter, such as the W and O treks, reservation sites often sell out as soon as they open.
It is also very difficult to reserve a campsite.
〈The End of the World, Patagonia〉 is full of information about trekking in Patagonia, including how to make reservations online, tips for choosing a trekking course suitable for your level, trekking supplies, and transportation.
Additionally, trekking tours departing from key Patagonian cities such as Punta Arenas, Ushuaia, and Santiago de Bariloche are also provided separately, allowing trekkers to enjoy trekking without any worries.


Introducing key Patagonia travel destinations, including Ushuaia, the end of the world, and El Calafate, the glacier paradise.

Patagonia is a travel destination with a lot to see beyond the key trekking areas of Fitz Roy and Torres del Paine.
Especially for those who are more interested in traveling than trekking, there are plenty of travel destinations that will leave lasting memories.
El Calafate, the gateway to Argentina's Patagonia, is known as the 'City of Glaciers.'
Here you can encounter blue glaciers.
The spectacular sight of blue glaciers tens of meters high unfolding before your eyes is another symbol of Patagonia.


Ushuaia is the end of South America and the end of the world.
This is a forward base to Antarctica and a place where you can experience the special ecosystem of the polar region.
Travelers don't forget to send a letter to themselves or a loved one at the 'World's End Post Office' in Ushuaia.
Punta Arenas, located on the Strait of Magellan, is the gateway to Chilean Patagonia.
Travelers to Punta Arenas recall Magellan, the explorer who first discovered this place during the Age of Exploration.
Santiago de Bariloche, located in the northernmost part of Patagonia, is called the 'Switzerland of South America'.
The beautiful lakes formed by melting glaciers, the Andean mountain range that turns into a ski resort in winter, and the beer culture brought by German immigrants all come together to create Patagonia's ultimate relaxation destination.


El Chalten, the outpost for the Fitz Roy trekking route, is known as a mecca for trekkers around the world, and Puerto Natales, the gateway to Torres del Paine, also retains the atmosphere of the remote polar regions.
〈Patagonia, the End of the World〉 also contains a wealth of travel information on transportation, attractions, accommodations, and restaurants for these destinations.


Packed with practical travel information, including flights, courses, and essentials, for travelers seeking the ends of the world!

Patagonia is on the other side of the globe.
It requires at least two flight changes and takes over 30 hours just to get there.
Even in Chile and Argentina, it is not easy to get to the remote areas.
Both places are Spanish-speaking, so the language is also inconvenient.
Also, to travel to Patagonia, you naturally have to travel between Chile and Argentina, which is a hassle for travelers, including border crossings, currency exchange, and communication.


〈Patagonia, the End of the World〉 provides detailed information on how to travel to Patagonia.
It is packed with essential travel information, including how to choose a flight based on your destination, how to plan your itinerary, Patagonia's nature and weather, must-eat foods in Patagonia, what to prepare for trekking and traveling, local communication and SIM card selection, currency exchange tips, and survival Spanish.