Get South 2014 - Issue 18

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** Don�t leave without trying these **

Asado/Parrilla Is in essence a grilled barbecue, consisting of various cuts of meat. A typical asado* may have an assortment of various cuts of steak, chicken, morcilla (blood sausage/black pudding), chorizo (sausage), mollejas (sweetbreads), riñones (kidneys), and chinchulines (intestines).

Is a popular traditional infusion made with the leaves of the yerba plant. Once dry and processed, the leaves are put into a gourd called mate (made of wood or other materials) and hot water is poured over it. The infusion is sipped through a bombilla (a filtered metal straw).

Mate

Dulce de Leche is the ultimate for anyone with a sweet tooth. Made from slow cooked condensed milk it is rich, creamy and perfectly addictive! Spread it on toast in the morning, try it stuffed in pastries, eat it in the local alfajors or just eat it straight from the jar!

Dulce de leche

EmpanadaIs a tasty stuffed pastry that can have a wide range of fillings, such as beef, chicken, seafood, vegetables, ham and cheese, sweet corn, onion, boiled egg, olives, raisins and more. It can be baked or fried.

ChivitoThis Uruguayan sandwich consists primarily of a thin

slice of steak, with mayonnaise, black or green olives, cheese, tomatoes and sometimes also bacon, fried or hardboiled eggs and ham. Normally served in a bun with a huge stack of French Fries! The Chilean version is barros luco and in Argentina, the lomito.

Argentina, Chile and Uruguay have some national dishes and drinks that you shouldn�t miss. Almost all of them appear in each country and beyond being tasty, they are a key part of the culture. Try them all !!

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With so many nature reserves and national parks, Argentina and Chile are teeming with wildlife although some of the animals may appear quite different to what you might be used to back at home. Here is a quick guide to some of the native inhabitants:

Lama: there are 4 species of camelids in South America: 2 domesticated, lama and alpaca and 2 wild: vicuña and guanaco. Lama fur can have many colours (different shades of brown or white, grey or black) and it�s popular for its warm wool. Alpacas are smaller and have a smaller head than the lamas. Guanacos

have grey faces and small straight ears. The colour varies from a light brown to dark cinnamon and shading to white underneath. Vicuñas are more delicate and graceful than the guanacos. They have a light brown back and white hair on their chests.

Rhea: a large, flightless bird with grey-brown plumage, long legs and long necks, similar to an ostrich. Is known locally as ñandú, suri or choique.

Condor: the king of the sky, this is the biggest flying land bird in the Southern Hemisphere and you can see them swooping between Andes mountain tops.

The Andean Condor has a wingspan of up to 3 metres. It is one of the world�s longest-living birds, with a lifespan of up to 70 years.

Fox/zorro: infamous as a crafty creature, you will find foxes all over the countryside and they can survive in desert climates too surviving on a mixed diet of birds, reptiles and insects.

Carpincho/Capybara: the world�s largest rodent, you can spot carpinchos in the wetlands of Argentina and Uruguay. It looks like a massive guinea pig, but these rodents can swim and stay under water for up to five minutes!

Maras: with long hare-like ears and a body resembling a small deer, the Patagonian mara is a distinctly unusual looking rodent. Only found in Argentina, including large parts of Patagonia.

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Uruguay, one of the smallest of the South American republics, is located by the Atlantic Ocean between Argentina and Brazil. Its population is about 3 million inhabitants, half of which live in the capital, Montevideo. Its 500 km (300 miles) of fine sandy beaches, forests, hills, hot springs, art festivals, numerous opportunities for sport and entertainment, and above all its people, make Uruguay an ideal place to visit all year round.

URUGUAY

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Uruguay COLONIA

Its privileged position on a cape at the Río de la Plata provoked many disputes between different rulers during its history, resulting in a mix of beautiful Portuguese colonial buildings and typical Spanish style houses. The charming Barrio Histórico (historic quarter) was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1995. Take a journey back in time and stroll around this remarkable place with its cobblestone streets to visit the Plaza Mayor (main square) with Casa de Nacarello and Casa del Virrey, the Calle de los Suspiros (Street of Sighs) with houses from the 1st colonial period, the ruins of the San Francisco convent and the lighthouse (El Faro). Colonia also houses interesting museums like the Museo Municipal (Casa del Almirante Brown) and Museo Portugués on Plaza Mayor, the Museo del Azulejo (Tile Museum) and more.A highlight of any visit is definitely enjoying a colourful sunset over the Río de la Plata and making the gorgeous walk over the Rambla de las Americas along the water to Real de San Carlos, 4km from Colonia. This is the beach area to go to, and while you�re there, check out the impressive bull fight ring. Well worth a visit is the Aarón de Anchorena National Park 30km northeast of the city. This is the presidential resting residence with an exotic park and a 75m high tower with panoramic views that reach Buenos Aires.

COLONIA DEL SACRAMENTO

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Uruguay COLONIA

Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay, is a vibrant mix of architectural styles and cultures. The heart of the city is Plaza Independencia, where the old & new city meets. It�s a massive square with the mausoleum of General Artigas, who led Uruguay to its independence, and the Teatro Solis and Government House. Avenida 18 de Julio, east of the plaza, splits the new city in half and is the main commercial street, with loads of impressive buildings in an eclectic and art deco style. Enter the Ciudad Vieja or Old City through the Puerta de la Ciudadela at the west side of the Plaza Independencia. Explore the narrow streets scattered with bars and restaurants and beautiful and important historical buildings. The Plaza de la Constitución (or Plaza Matriz) with the Cathedral and Cabildo (city hall) and Plaza Zabala are the main squares here. Leaving the Old City without having lunch at the Mercado del Puerto is simply not done! Have some delicious meat or seafood with the market�s signature drink �medio y medio�. Parque Rodó with its boating lake is a perfect place to relax, and football fans can visit the museum at the Centenario Stadium at Parque Batlle, the arena of the first World Cup finals, won by Uruguay in their homeland in 1930. It�s a FIFA international monument of world soccer. Sunday mornings are reserved for the big and popular Tristán Narvaja flea market and to get a tan, head to the excellent beaches of trendy Pocitos or Carrasco or have a stroll along la Rambla, the beautiful road that goes all along the coastline of Montevideo. Celebrating the world famous Montevideo Carnival is without a doubt a memorable experience!

MONTEVIDEO

Odriozola 269COLONIA DEL SACRAMENTO

+598 4522 [email protected]

EL VIAJERO BED & BREAKFASTEl Viajero B&B has the comfort of a hotel at hostel prices! It is located in front of the Río de la Plata and next to the �Historical Town�, just 300 meters away from the Port and the bus station. It has 14 double matrimonial and twin rooms, all with ensuite bathroom and air conditioning, cable TV, Wi-Fi & Internet.

Washington Barbot 164COLONIA DEL SACRAMENTO


EL VIAJERO HOSTEL & SUITES COLONIAThis hostel has high ceilings with wide

DVDs, great BBQ area, a solarium and a hip bar. There are private rooms with beautiful views and dorms, all ensuite and with A/C. Located 700 m away from the port and bus station, just a 100 m from the famous �Historical Town�, and 1500 m from

beautiful beaches! Bike rentals and horseback riding outings, FUN!

10% off or 4th night free! (not valid from 24/12 to the end of Carnival)

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Uruguay MONTEVIDE0

Soriano 1073 corner ParaguayMONTEVIDEO

+598 [email protected]

El Viajero Hostels Uruguay

EL VIAJERO DOWNTOWN HOSTEL & SUITESLocated in downtown Montevideo, only a few minutes from the main tourist attractions, take your pick between their 10 private rooms with private bathrooms, A/C and cable TV or their shared rooms with lockers. The hostel has an outdoor patio with a bar so it�s easy to get to know other travellers. There is a well equipped kitchen and a nicely decorated living room with cable TV, DVD & Media Player. Ask their bilingual staff for bike rental,

laundry service, bus tickets sales and hostel reservations for other destinations in Uruguay!


If you continue your travels to Colombia, check out their excellent hostels at San Andres, Cartagena & Cali!

www.elviajerohostels.com

Juan D. Jackson 865MONTEVIDEO

+598 [email protected] www.contraluzarthostel.com

CONTRALUZ ART HOSTELPhotos and other art are exhibited in the hostel�s

hallways and in the big communal area with

its very high ceiling and lots of natural light.

Ana, a photographer herself, and her team give

Uruguayan artists the opportunity to exhibit their work, and often live bands

can show off their music skills here. It�s nice to admire the photos when having

the complimentary breakfast or while munching on the food you�ve prepared

in the kitchen. The female and mixed dorms with lockers are very spacious or

you can pick a single, double, matrimonial or quadruple room. All bathrooms

are shared and towels are provided in the private rooms.

The hostel is located very close to Parque Rodó, just 1,5 blocks from the Río de

La Plata, close to different pubs & clubs and with easy access to

the old center of Montevideo. 10% offwith

Get South! Contraluz Arthostel Contraluzhostel

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Uruguay

Juan Carlos Gómez 1408MONTEVIDEO


ACADEMIA URUGUAY - Spanish Courses

How cool is it to learn Spanish in a historical

building in the heart of the old city in

Montevideo? Whether you just want to be

able to pick up a local beauty or stud, or

highly educated teachers will do the job! Individual or group classes, fun

activities and visits, workshops, volunteering opportunities, etc; you�ll be

immersed in a 24 hour Spanish language experience! Stay with a local family

to get a fuller immersion, or opt for a shared apartment. Courses start every

Monday all year round. Academia Uruguay can also arrange studying at one

of the universities in the city. Various possibilities, professionalism and years

in the trade: Academia Uruguay is the perfect Spanish school for you!

Academia language schools also operate in Argentina:

Bariloche and Buenos Aires.

Academia Uruguay - Spanish courses

Member of the Responsible Tourism Network: www.rtrglobal.org

Sarmiento 2641MONTEVIDEO


www.pocitoshostel.com

POCITOS HOSTELPocitos Hostel is situated in the heart of trendy

Pocitos, Montevideo�s quarter in vogue, with

lots of restaurants & nightlife. A short stroll will

bring you to Playa Pocitos, a nice city beach

and hang-out spot to take a dip, enjoy the

sunset and try a mate* with a local.

The hostel�s layout with a cozy living room, kitchen & small garden, and the

helpful crew, create a very sociable & relaxed atmosphere, one of the big

strengths of this hostel. You�ll meet even more people in one of the dorms

(with lockers), or get some privacy in a private twin-bedded

or matrimonial room. You�ll share the hostel�s bathrooms,

but also the convenience of having an included breakfast!

Enjoy making new friends in Pocitos!

20% off accommodation from April to November with Get South!

Pocitos Hostel

MONTEVIDEO

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Uruguay

Excellent beaches, great surf, vibrant night life, delicious food and cultural activities make Punta del Este and its surroundings Uruguay�s summer destination in vogue. The Punta del Este peninsula is an internationally popular place to hang out and enjoy. Have a look at the 43m high lighthouse and its neighbour, the Parish Church, visit the Crafts & Artist´s Market at Artigas Square and stroll through the streets with shops, bars and restaurants like Gorlero Avenue and Calle 20. Playa Mansa (west side) is a beach with calm water to relax and sunbathe by. The ocean is a lot rougher at the east side, which makes Playa El Emir and Playa Brava top surf spots, the latter with the original �Hand in the Sand� sculpture. Punta del Este is also famous for partying. Party addicts go to the Yacht Port with its never ending nightlife, or head to La Barra, 20km east of the peninsula. La Barra, with its undulating bridge, is a lively and trendy beach town with a sparkling nightlife and excellent surf at f.e. Manantiales and Bikini Beach. 40 km east of the peninsula is José Ignacio, where the jet set go. This chic and quiet beach resort is also a popular surf spot with fabulous beaches and gorgeous houses. A top excursion at Punta del Este is a boat trip to Isla de Lobos, an island at about 8km from the coast, with the biggest sea lion colony in South America (tours leave from the port). Isla Gorriti, a 15min boat ride from the port, is a little island to explore with a wonderful bay and beach to get over your hangover...

PUNTA DEL ESTE

PUNTA DEL ESTE

Av. F. Salazar y Charrúa s/nPUNTA DEL ESTE +598 42480331

[email protected] El Viajero Hostels Uruguay

EL VIAJERO BRAVA BEACH HOSTEL & SUITES

Convenientely located in the heart of Punta del Este, only 3 blocks from the bus station and �Playa Brava�, this hostel is just steps away from the main downtown tourist attractions, the Yacht Club with its endless nightlife and the trendy Punta beaches. They offer both private and shared rooms, all ensuite and with A/C, making this your beach paradise!



If you continue your travels to Colombia, check out their excellent hostels at San Andres, Cartagena & Cali! Their chain of hostels are ranked as some of the best

in the entire South American continent!

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Uruguay PUNTA DEL ESTE

La Paloma blossoms in summer from a quiet fishermen�s town into a bustling beach destination. Playa Bahía is a sheltered beach for swimming, and Playa La Balconada is an exquisite sunset spot. Playa Anaconda and La Aguada are internationally famous surf beaches, while Playa Los Botes is the perfect place to take a stroll. Declared as a national historic monument in 1976, Cabo Santa María with the lighthouse is also worth a visit. The city boasts a fine pine tree forest where you can keep cool and biking and horseback riding are popular activities. Boats arriving at the port are escorted by sea lions and the occasional penguin, claiming their meal. La Paloma has little shops and boutiques that offer handicrafts which are ideal for souvenirs.La Pedrera, 12km northeast, is a small and exclusive resort with a great nightlife and fine white sand beaches good for surfing and windsurfing. Playa Desplayado at the northeast side of the village hasn�t got a big swell and is safer to swim. At the southwest side, Playa del Barco (Boat Beach) is a great surf and bodyboard beach to get your adrenaline pumping. This beach owes its name to the remains of the �Cathay�, the boat that shipwrecked here in 1971. In the main street of La Pedrera you will find picturesque crafts stands and a variety of small shops and restaurants.The coastal waters of La Paloma and La Pedrera are good for scuba diving and world class sports fishing. Whale watching season goes from July till October, when these magnificent creatures migrate close to the shores. Laguna de Rocha, a protected area nearby, is a vast wetland with populations of black-necked swans, storks, spoonbills and other waterfowl - this is simply a birdwatcher�s paradise!

LA PALOMA & LA PEDRERA

Emilio Sader, between Bv. Artigas & Av. Francia

PUNTA DEL ESTE+598 42488181

[email protected] www.thetriphostel.com

THE TRIP HOSTELDuring the day this place, just a few blocks from the bus terminal, is super chilled out with a relaxed hippie & surf vibe in the beautiful bar, rooftop terrace and communal spaces. But in the evening its groovy owners make sure a big party is kicking off with loud music, bands, absolutely delicious artisan beer and other liquid delicacies. With all this energy and cool young people you won�t

end up in bed early in one of the dorms� bunkbeds (female & mixed, with lockers and aircon) or in the private ensuite room with TV. Towels and breakfast are provided and a fully-stocked kitchen is there to prepare your food. But no worries, the hostel is

located near several snack bars & restaurants if you don�t feel like laboring over the pots and pans. Ask the staff about the asados, karaoke evenings, surf lessons,

other activities and bookable tours. Open all year. English & Portuguese also spoken.

The Trip Hostel

12% off on cash payments (not to combine with other promos) or a free 660cc artisan beer if you stay min. 3 nights.

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Uruguay

Av. Paloma corner Av. SolariLA PALOMA


www.hostelibirapita.com

HOSTEL & SUITE IBIRAPITA LA PALOMA One block from the bus terminal, in

the heart of the city with all the shops

and nightlife and really close to most

staff can organize a wide range of activities for

you: excursions, surf lessons, horseback rides,

whale watching, scuba diving, car and bicycle rental, etc. All dorms (female and

mixed) have lockers and there is an ensuite private room for 4 people. They

also have 4 private matrimonial rooms with a private bathroom, cable TV and

fridge. Breakfast and towels are included for all guests and a kitchen is available.

The hostel offers you free entrance for clubs and with

the key of your room you get a discount at a range of

restaurants, bars and shops. Ask for more info at the

reception! Open all year round!

10% off accommodation & a welcome drink with Get South!

Benteveo between Pirincho & Zorzal LA PEDRERA


El Viajero Hostels Uruguay

EL VIAJERO LA PEDRERA HOSTEL & SUITESAn ideal spot to rest and relax, surrounded by a forest and close to the main street, bus stop and only 500m from the beach. This dreamy hostel offers many ensuite double rooms, dorms with lockers (some also ensuite), wide common areas, TV/DVD room, fully equipped kitchen, grill and a bar. Catch some sun rays in the gorgeous garden or on the terrace with wooden deck. Surf lessons and daily dinners are taken care of by the friendly bilingual staff.

WARNING: it�s normally closed from April to October, so ask before getting there!

LA PALOMA-LA PEDRERA


If you continue your travels to Colombia, check out their excellent hostels at San Andres, Cartagena & Cali!


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Uruguay

Visiting Cabo Polonio & Barra de Valizas stands for beautiful sandy beaches, spectacular dunes and breathtaking ocean views. Valizas is a rustic little village, with a wonderful atmosphere. Cabo Polonio is its neighbour located in the cape�s national park with no electricity (only generators) and limited running water; a remote place to escape reality. Valizas has a bus connection; Cabo Polonio however can only be reached walking the 7km of dunes or by 4x4 trucks from the bus terminal just off the main highway. A magical experience is walking or horseback riding the 8km from Valizas to Cabo Polonio or vice versa with its enormous dunes reaching over 30m high, which are thrilling to sandboard down. On foot a reasonable level of fitness is required and you should try to avoid the hottest time of the day. Don�t miss taking the boat ride from the main highway (between both villages) to visit the Monte de Ombúes, with its peculiar and huge century-old trees. For a 360º view of the area, go up the 56m high cerro* Buena Vista with fantastic views of the beaches, Cabo Polonio and the Laguna de Castillos. Due to the ocean�s rocky labyrinth in front of Valizas and the cape, several shipwrecks can be admired while scuba diving. The Cabo Polonio�s lighthouse was built in 1881 to avoid further accidents and from the top you can enjoy a wonderful view of the ocean and 3 small rocky islands just in front of the cape, the Islas de Torres, crowded with a big colony of sea lions. The Valizas and Cabo Polonio coastal area is the perfect place to laze on the beach, to be dazzled by the marvelous sunrises and sunsets and to do some top star-gazing. Surf lovers can even have a go on the choppy waves!

CABO POLONIO & VALIZAS

Downtown - Truck stop CABO POLONIOCell: 091413013

[email protected]

Viejo Lobo Hostel

VIEJO LOBO ECOHOSTELRight at the 4x4 truck stop and very close to the beach, shops, pubs and restaurants, Viejo Lobo hostel has a perfect location in Cabo Polonio! Feel the sand tickle your toes and smell the sea at this cool hostel where it�s all about relaxing, socializing and living the dream! Pick your choice from a comfortable dorm for 4, 6 or 7 people (with lockers), or choose from one of the three matrimonial rooms. All rooms have a shared bathroom except one matrimonial room that has an independent entry, beautiful ocean and dunes views and it�s own private toilet (no shower). Snooze in one of the comfortable hammocks after preparing your meal in the kitchen. Luis, the owner who also speaks English, will gladly help you with organizing your activities, like horseback riding or their spectacular 2 day trek from La Pedrera to Cabo Polonio with 40km of pristine beaches, an adventure you shouldn�t miss! More info about this trek

on www.costeando.net. Open all year!

CABO POLONIO

15% off with Get South! (not valid from 20 December to 20 March)

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Uruguay

Tomás Cambre n/n

BARRA DE VALIZAS+598 99574685

[email protected] www.cabalgatasvaliceras.com.uy

CABALGATAS VALICERAS - Horseback riding toursThe full day horseback tour we did with Cabalgatas Valiceras from Valizas to Cabo

Polonio was without any exaggeration

a mind blowing and unforgettable experience and we�re still bragging about it! Imagine yourself riding through a UNESCO

nature reserve with stunning endless beaches, magic creeks and gigantic dunes.

We promise you it will be one of the highlights of your world trip! As a novice the

to full speed. Mauro, the owner, picks out the perfect horse matching your level. He is so professional and the horses are so well trained, no wonder that many riders also hire him and his team for extra courses to optimize their skills. Trips

(half, full & multi day) are organized all year round. In low season, try to contact him in advance.

10% off with Get South if you pay in cash or 5% off with Credit Card!

Cabalgatas Valiceras

Tomás Cambre 115BARRA DE VALIZAS

+598 44754070Cell: +598 99472770

[email protected] www.luckyvalizas.com

LUCKY VALIZAS, HOSTAL Y MINI-ECOCAMPINGLucky Valizas is located at 300m from the bus terminal and 400m from the beach. Chill out in the huge lush garden full of trees; it�s an oasis of serenity, but also a place to socialize and meet new friends. Luciana, the owner, often invites local musicians and bands to play, and movies and documentaries are shown on a big screen. The main house is very traditional and rustic and the structures in the garden are all made of wood. The kitchen is a kind of a semi outdoor space, really snug and well equipped to cook your meals in a wood oven or on hot plates. There is a variety of dorms available or private rooms. There are also little wooden cabins and tents can also be pitched in the amazing garden. Breakfast is optional and in winter time home made meals are prepared. Open all year, check availability!

Have a look at their Youtube �Lucky Valizas Original Video Subtitled� and

�Fiestas de verano en el Jardín�.

Lucky Valizas Hostal y Ecocamping

VALIZAS

10% offwith

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Uruguay

Avda Central n/nPUNTA DEL DIABLO

+598 44772647 [email protected] www.eldiablotranquilo.com

EL DIABLO TRANQUILO HOSTEL & PLAYA SUITES

Enjoy the wilderness of Punta del Diablo from the

comfort of El Diablo Tranquilo Hostel and Playa

Suites. With two properties, you can choose

between the original hostel a block away from

the sea, or the new Playa Suites which is set right

on the beach. Both have modern comforts but with authentic, rustic charm in the

traditional wooden constructions. At both you can pick between private ensuites,

doubles, and shared dormitories (with shared and private bathrooms). Guests

and staff come from all over the world creating a real international vibe and you

can hang out at the bar, restaurant (during peak season) or join in the themed

parties, language classes or go to the nearby nightlife and shops.

Located on the famous El Rivero beach the staff can organize surf,

yoga, shiatsu, horse riding, turtle conservation,

Santa Teresa National Park and Laguna Negra

excursions as well.

El Diablo Tranquilo

Punta del Diablo is a charming village, founded by fishermen and discovered by surfers, close to the Brazilian border. This little town with 900 inhabitants turns into a major tourist destination from Christmas until February. The rest of the year travellers can enjoy the tranquility of its winding dirt streets and long stretches of beautiful empty sandy beaches, which are a horseman�s dream to gallop along. The most popular beaches are the large Playa Rivero and the smaller town beach Playa de los Pescadores. Playa Viuda, more to the south is perfect for relaxing or making a long quiet stroll. North of Playa Rivero, the long Playa Grande, guides you to the Santa Teresa National Park with over 2 million trees, gorgeous hidden white beaches, wildlife and the giant Santa Teresa fortress. The 60km of trails through thick bush gives you the opportunity to discover its outstanding beauty. West of Punta del Diablo is Laguna Negra with its surrounding wetlands, palm trees, and abundant birdlife. It is very popular in summer and a fantastic place to watch the sunset. In Punta del Diablo it is well worth waking up early, when the sea is calm, to observe the ritual of the local fishermen heading out to sea with their colourful boats. In the evening they return to deliver their catch to the various cozy restaurants in town. Your taste buds will be pampered! Punta del Diablo is a handicrafts village too. The craftsmen display their works at little stands near to the beach. Enjoy your stay at this exquisite beach destination in the East of Uruguay!

PUNTA DEL DIABLO

PUNTA DEL DIABLO

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Argentina is the 2nd largest

country in South America.

It has a population of 40 million, of which

approximately 1/3 live in the capital, Buenos Aires.

In such a massive area, the geography is immense and diverse, with an extremely

varied climate. From the hot and dry northwest to the thunderous glaciers of

Patagonia, from the staggering Andes mountain range to the fertile Pampas, it�s

possible to find and do everything in this land of contrasts. Argentina houses several of the world�s natural wonders including the highest

peak in the Americas, Aconcagua, and the impressive Iguazu Falls.

Argentina must-tries include tasting some of the world�s best meat and wine, dancing a seductive tango and

drinking the addictive mate.

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� It is normal to kiss once on the cheek when you say hello and goodbye.� Be aware that lunch time is from 1-3 pm and dinner starts at 9 pm or later. Also, dancing clubs aren�t open until 1 am or later. � Make sure you have a spare coin handy to give the baggage handler at the bus station, it�s normal to give them a small tip.

General Tips

How to make phone calls in Argentina


** Useful Information about Argentina **

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Plaza* de Mayo: Visit the political centre of Argentina where people come to express their opinions. Thursdays at 3:30 pm, the famous Madres de Plaza de Mayo gather to remember those who disappeared during the dictatorship. Nearby is the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Casa Rosada (with Evita�s famous balcony), and the Cabildo � the colonial city hall.

The Obelisk: Go to celebrate Argentina�s next sporting victory at this city landmark located at the intersection of Corrientes and 9 de Julio avenues.

San Telmo: Wind through this charming old barrio* where cobbled streets, colourful cafes, numerous antique shops and live Sunday tango shows centre around Plaza* Dorrego and Defensa street.

La Boca: Meander along Caminito, a pedestrian walkway lined with murals, statues and colourful corrugated metal houses, that is home to many artists� studios. Catch a football game in La Bombonera (the chocolate box), home to Boca Juniors and Maradona, and/or pop into their museum during the day.

Palermo: Stroll through the Japanese and Botanical gardens and the Zoo, followed by the Bosques* de Palermo, the lungs of the city. Palermo Viejo (old) and Chico (small) are more residential and have Spanish-style architecture. Palermo Hollywood and Soho are filled with lots of restaurants, hip bars, nightclubs, coffee places and design shops.

Recoleta: Walk by designer shops, posh restaurants and tree-lined avenues in this barrio* that has a distinct Parisian feel. The cemetery is renowned for its illustrious tenants including Evita. Visit the large arts and crafts market and the nearby Centro Cultural Recoleta, which hosts the latest art exhibitions.

Puerto Madero: Head to this century-long abandoned port which was rescued in the 90�s by an urban renewal scheme resulting in apartments, a promenade and elegant restaurants.

Tigre: Get out of town to El Tigre delta region, and take a boat trip along the meandering rivers and to Martín García Island - a natural and ecological reserve filled with birdlife and a maze of small inner islands.

Buenos Aires is considered to be one of the most elegant and sophisticated cities in South America. Located on the shore of the Río* de la Plata, it is a huge metropolis with a core of majestic architectural glories, wonderful museums, modern art galleries and numerous theatres. Don�t leave without having a tango experience!

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Suipacha 362 - Downtown (011) 60911565

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Ideal Social Hostel

IDEAL SOCIAL HOSTELThis hostel couldn�t be more central as it is

right on the Suipacha pedestrian street, and

near to all the city centre attractions like the

famous Obelisk, Plaza de Mayo and Puerto

Madero. The warm and inviting atmosphere of this hostel with a BBQ, communal

kitchen, ping pong and foosball tables, makes it easy to meet other people, and to

feel really relaxed. The hostel has 19 dorms (1 female) and 4 private rooms including

1 double and 2 quad rooms with private bathrooms and a double with a shared

bathroom. The Spanish, English and Portuguese speaking staff and owners organize

weekly tango & salsa classes, asados, poker games and movie nights, and there is

a bar with happy hour every night. They can also arrange all your

tickets for trips, football matches and night clubs.

Ideal Social Hostel can help you

get the ideal experience of BA!20% off accommodation

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OSTINATTO HOSTEL Chile 680 - San Telmo (011) 43629639 / 43002535

[email protected] www.ostinatto.com

A unique hostel located at the historic

neighbourhood of San Telmo, in a totally

recycled XX century building that combines

dorms with lockers, single/double rooms with private or shared baths and

even a loft and a Penthouse with ensuite bathroom, microwave, fridge, A/C,

Wi-Fi and spectacular views of BA! Facilities include

a fully equipped kitchen, rooftop terrace with a

small pool and BBQ, ping pong table, TV/DVD room,

wine cellar, mini-cinema and a bar with a �happy

hour� that lasts 5 hours! All in all Ostinatto offers

something for everyone, close enough to be near all

the action but far enough to chill out away from

the bustle of downtown. Free activities (per week): 2 yoga classes

1 tango class 1 Spanish lesson

Pay 4 nights in advance & stay 5 with Get South!

(only for dorms) Ostinatto Hostel

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Rivadavia 1291 - Downtown (011) 43816399

[email protected]

HOSTEL PARADAFinding great hostels in Buenos Aires

little things like strong showers, comfy

lounges and peaceful surroundings that really make the difference.

Located in the heart of Buenos Aires, Hostel Parada is only

steps away from Av. de Mayo and 9 de Julio avenues and 4

blocks from the Obelisk. Even though

you�re located smack in the centre of the

city you won�t hear a sound from the

street and will be able to get a good night�s rest.

The majority of the rooms are private (single, doubles,

twins and triples) with ensuite bathrooms and the 2

dorms have lockers and shared bathrooms. With free

cleaning service in the rooms you can be sure that

everything will be neat and tidy.

Open 24/7, it is ideally located for seeing the highlights of Buenos Aires as

the hostel is within walking distance from most sights (some only a couple

blocks away) but if you want to delve further into the excitement of the city

or rest those tired legs, there are great transport links from here.

When you want a break from the buzz of city life and sightseeing, chill

out with other travellers by joining in on a game of pool, watching TV or

a DVD in the communal living room or hanging out in the sunshine on the

patio or terrace.

If you want to see some of the local football

matches or go to some of the famous tango,

the friendly staff will sort you out with

tickets. And don�t worry about any language

barriers, the staff speak English so you can

be sure to get the best recommendations in

a language that you will understand.

Argentina Hostel Parada

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LA ROCCA CENTRAL Av. Callao 341 � Downtown(011) 43728898 - [email protected]

www.laroccahostel.com

In the heart of the city, with easy access to public transport (4 subway lines, and more than 40 bus lines), the stylish and homely building is near the best theatres, cinemas, bars and restaurants. A wide selection of room types (singles, doubles and dorms, some ensuite) are accompanied by a foosball table, TV-room and a bar to ensure good times!

10% off at all hostels with Get South!!

All the hostels facilities include 24 hr reception and check-in, self-catering kitchen, spacious common areas, laundry service and a funky bar open 24/7. A great place to meet new people and make friends for life. Welcome to La Rocca�s family!! www.laroccahostel.blogspot.com

LA ROCCA PROPIEDADESFor those who prefer the comfort and privacy of an apartment, La Rocca has more than 500 apartments to offer. Located in the best places of the city, they are fully equipped and include all services like internet, phone, cable TV, Wi-Fi. Stays can be anywhere between 1 night and 6 months!

Arenales 915 � Pza. San Martin(011) 41394244 - 41394263

[email protected]

This more relaxed hostel is located a few blocks from trendy Palermo Hollywood in the center of the Buenos Aires� nightlife.

Av. Cordoba 3874 � Palermo(011) [email protected]

LA ROCCA PALERMO

In traditional San Telmo, this classic refurbished house offers comfort in its good range of rooms (private and dorms). Located on a busy avenue, really near to the metro station (less than 2 blocks) and bus lines.

Surrounded by traditional and modern bars and restaurants, as well as the best �milongas� (tango dance bars), you also have the weekend antiques and artisans� fair.

LA ROCCA SAN TELMOAv. San Juan 751 � San Telmo(011) [email protected]

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VIEJO TELMO HOSTEL Mexico 974 - San Telmo (011) 43315469

[email protected] viejotelmo.com

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The location is superb, in San Telmo, just

next to the Av. 9 de Julio (with the subway

and bus lines) and at walkable distance of

Plaza de Mayo with the Casa Rosada, Puerto Madero, nightlife, etc. The

hostel itself is a nicely renovated Art Nouveau building with pretty wooden

to triple, quadruple and quintuple rooms, all with towels and ensuite

bathroom (no dorms available). Tuck into the included breakfast to get an

early energy boost and create an appetising dinner dish

in the kitchen or on the BBQ-grill. The bilingual staff is

ready to provide you all the necessary info about BA

and enjoy the hostel�s laid-back rooftop terrace, blessed

with fantastic views of

9 de Julio Avenue.

Hostel Viejo Telmo

Junín 1631, 1º C - Recoleta (011) 48027916 / 1530354206

[email protected]

SHAYDENT DENTAL CLINICHaving tooth problems while travelling?

Or maybe you want to get that sparkly

white smile you have always dreamed of?

Whether it�s an emergency, or a pre-planned cosmetic tooth surgery,

Shaydent Dental Clinic, in the historic neighbourhood of Recoleta, is waiting

This professional clinic has all the latest technology and performs dental

implants, total and partial oral rehabilitation, dental whitening,

services. Contact them in an emergency by phone or in

advance by email and request a free

treatment plan, consultation and cost

estimation. Whatever your dental

needs while on holiday, Shaydent

can help you get back your smile!

English, Spanish and Hebrew Spoken! Shaydent Odontología

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HI TRAVEL ARGENTINA(011) 45118723

www.hitravel.com.ar

HI Travel is the travel agency of

Hostelling International Argentina

who are 100% specialists in organizing

everything for backpackers: hostel bookings, bus and

plane reservations, airport transfers, excursions and tours�

Years of experience and bilingual staff result in entertaining

activities in Buenos Aires like City Tours, stylish Tango

Shows or Bike Tours.

Their tours and package deals to discover Argentina (group or customized)

range from shorter tours to one destination trips to longer trips around (a

part of ) the country: Iguazu Falls � El Calafate � Ushuaia � Bariloche � Puerto

Madryn � Mendoza � Salta � Colonia (Uruguay) � Santiago (Chile).

Hi Travel is located on Florida Street, the

famous pedestrian street of Buenos Aires. Pop

in or send them an email.

HOSTEL SHUTTLE - To/from Ezeiza Airport

(011) [email protected]

www.hostelshuttle.com.ar www.hitravel.com.ar

Hostel Shuttle is your cheapest way to get to and from Ezeiza International airport (Pistarini).

They offer pick up and drop off

from main hostels in downtown

or the San Telmo neighbourhood.

Reservations can be made a minimum of 1 hour in advance from a hostel

or online. Large luggage items, such a bikes and surfboards, are allowed at an additional cost. They transport everyday, year round, and their schedule is as follows:

Buenos Aires � Ezeiza: 08:00 � 10.30 � 13.00 � 16.40

Ezeiza � Buenos Aires: 09:15 � 12.00 � 14.45 � 18.10

Cheap, safe and reliable!

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JUANCHO FUTBOL(011) 1560949850

[email protected] www.juanchofutbol.com.ar

Juancho JuanchoFutbol

Make your booking online and get a 10% discount with Get South!

Grab your jersey and your beer mug

because you�re about to experience some

serious Football (Fútbol) craziness. The

owner is a die-hard Boca fan and will arrange

football scene. Juancho Football will take you to watch the

best matches in the city, whether that be another local team

like famed rivals River Plate or even the Argentina team on

international games!

A private van transfer will take you to different famous

football grounds, when travelling through the city you can

learn the Argentine football songs and pick up some (rather

less polite) football vocabulary! The pre-game party kicks off at a bar where you

can feast on bottomless pizza and beer (all included in the price) with the other

football fans and travellers. Once in good spirits, it�s off to the game, where the

and jumping up and down with an excited crowd - there is no other football

experience quite like it.

Top spectators tip: Wear trainers and comfortable clothing, don�t

bring any bags, wallets or anything valuable and if you want to

bring a camera to capture the action make sure it�s a small one or

even better, bring a disposable one!

On non-match days, they also run 4 hour tours around La Boca and to the famous Boca stadium!

VoyyVuelvo Viajes

VOY Y VUELVO - Travel Boutique Chile 636 - San Telmo (011) 43616469 / 1552499322

[email protected]

EVT 15591 DISP 1390 Voy y Vuelvo SRL.

This is their travel agency that organizes

different tours in BA: Tango shows, Bus

or Walking city tours, Bike tours, Tigre

Delta, Estancia day trip, Tour Museo de La pasión Xeneixe (Boca Juniors)

& River Plate Museum, Wine tastings, Hot air ballooning, Skydiving, Night

clubs, etc. They can also arrange bus and air tickets and full packages

around Argentina. Check them out!

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Whether your ambition is to become a teacher, or you�re a rookie and have to start from scratch, Academia Buenos Aires will teach you at your level. Different activities and area visits, volunteering opportunities, workshops, etc, will immerse you in the Spanish language and local culture. Make the immersion complete and learn about the regional habits and food while staying with a local family, or choose a shared apartment. From individual to group classes, studying at one of the universities in the city, to specialized courses to pimp up your language skills to do business, Academia Buenos Aires offers it all. Highly educated teachers, professionalism and years of experience: you won�t regret your choice for this language school! They are located in the downtown area, only 50 metres from the famous Plaza de Mayo and many attractions of Buenos Aires. Courses start every Monday all year round.

ACADEMIA BUENOS AIRES - Spanish Courses

Academia language schools also operate in Bariloche

and Montevideo (Uruguay).

Academia Buenos Aires - Spanish coursesMember of the Responsible

Tourism Network: www.rtrglobal.org

BUENOS AIRES

BABEL ARGENTINA - Spanish School

Schools in Downtown & [email protected]

Struggling to say more than �una

cerveza por favor�? To really get the

best out of your experience in South

America, you need to talk the lingo.

BAbel Argentina�s language schools are

conveniently located in the centre of

Buenos Aires or in trendy Palermo, where

you can immerse yourself in the language

and culture. Intensive courses are designed to get

your spanish up to scratch in no time and teach you more about South

American culture, with themed classes on literature, sports, tango and

cooking as well as immersion and backpackers courses.

Dynamic and professional teachers will equip you with all

you need to know and help you with advice to enjoy your

time in BA to the máximo!

BAbel Escuela de Español

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Argentina TIGRE

Tigre and its delta is where porteños* go to escape the city, and it�s certainly clear why they make the trip. The laid back town is nestled on an island created by several streams and rivers. Founded in 1820 it was named after the tigres or jaguars that used to roam there. You sadly won�t find jaguars anymore but Tigre has lots of shops and restaurants alongside the river as well as an Art Museum, Naval Museum and even a mate* museum. Don�t miss visiting the �Puerto de Frutos� (fruit port), now a crafts fair located in the old fruit market by the riverside. But where most people really want to get to is further out into the obscurity of the delta. The muddy waters coming down from the jungle streams can be navigated by boat to reveal a rich wildlife, stilted houses, large colonial mansions and marshy island hopping. Fishing and nature trails are popular activities or for more active travellers give kayaking or wakeboarding a go.

How to get there: There are two rail lines to Tigre: the Mitre line and the more scenic Tren de la Costa. The Mitre train goes directly to Tigre (takes 50 min) but if you want to take the picturesque route you need to take the Mitre train and change at Bartolomé Mitre station and cross the pedestrian bridge over Avenida Maipú, which leads to the Maipú station of Tren de la Costa.

TIGRE

PARQUE AEREO EUCA TIGRE - Adventure ParkHop on bus 722 leaving from Tigre train station, get

off at stop �Euca� and get ready for a combination of pure fun and adrenaline in South America�s biggest

zip line and above-ground adventure park! The high constructions are equipped with 105 different games

like rope bridges, trapezes and other cool surprises, and a myriad of zip lines, 2 climbing walls and a thrilling vertical drop called Verti-Go. Your safety is guaranteed with the latest state of the

art technology while attacking the 9 levels of the park. Show us that you�re a real dare devil, we challenge you to complete all of them! After burning all that energy you can satisfy your hunger

with a pizza, empanada or burger at the park�s snack bar. Come

on, escape from the busy center of BA and have a blast at Parque Aéro Euca!

Opened from 10 am in the weekends. Wed, Thu & Fri from 1 pm.

Also in Get South: Bosque Aéreo Eucain San Rafael, Mendoza province. /eucatigre eucatigre

Calle Italia 4950Benavidez / Tigre

(011) 32212821 [email protected]

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CENTRE REGIONKnown as the land of the gauchos, the Pampas plains are amongst the richest areas in Argentina. Northwest of these plains are the Sierras de Córdoba. The highest peak,

Mount Champaquí, towers some 2,790 m high. Its fertile valley contrasts with deserts and salt flats creating a dramatic landscape. Towards the north, scattered

chapels and �estancias� begin to appear. These constructions date back to the 17th and 18th centuries, and many are a legacy of the Jesuits.

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La Plata is located 60 km from Buenos Aires city, only an hour away by bus. It�s a university city with great architectural, sporting and cultural heritages, as well as excellent gastronomy, theatres and nightlife. :: Astronomic Observatory & Museum of Natural Science: It is considered one of the most important museums of the world because of the valuable pieces it conserves. :: The Cathedral: It is America�s tallest cathedral (112 m). In 1994 it was recognized as one of the ten most important cathedrals of the world, and its name was inscribed in Saint Peter�s Basilica in Vatican City. :: Children�s Republic: A theme park of 53 hectares, where everything has been built to scale: castles, oriental palaces, public buildings, a chapel, a lake, a train and much more. :: Buildings with amazing architecture: The Teatro* Argentino (with international shows), the Coliseo Podestá Theatre, Ciudad* de La Plata Stadium (one of the most modern in South America), Pasaje Dardo Rocha, and the Municipalidad (City Council), among others.:: Meridiano Vº: A traditional neighbourhood located in the south of the city, where the cobblestone streets, nostalgic bars and old lamp posts will take you to the past. Visit the old train station for its interesting cultural centre.

LA PLATA

HOSTEL UNO Calle 47 Nº 291 (between 1 & 115 streets) [email protected] - [email protected]

Tel: (0221) 4277013 www.hosteluno.com

An impressive structure, part

of the architectural patrimony

of La Plata, and with all

modern comfort, Hostel Uno

and its trendy and cozy restaurant & bar is a great place to head to in La Plata.

It is close to La Plata�s tourist attractions and commercial center, the bus and train

station, and the nightlife area. Nice privates (singles, doubles, triples and quads)

and 2 dorms (mixed and female) with lockers guarantee you to doze off easily.

All rooms, privates and dorms, have their own bathroom which is a fantastic asset

of this hostel. On top of that, towels and breakfast are included. A kitchen is not

for use, but the restaurant and bar is open from 8 am till late, and is a delightful

and inexpensive place to lunch and dine, or just to

have a snack, coffee or beer and chitchat. Open all year.

Bilingual staff.

www.facebook.com/hosteluno

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Argentina CORDOBA

Córdoba is Argentina�s second largest city. Downtown you can find the Manzana Jesuítica (Jesuit quarters), declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. While you are there, visit the cathedral, the University of Córdoba (the oldest university in Argentina), the cabildo (town hall), Montserrat College, and the churches of the Compañía de Jesús, San Francisco and San Roque. Hopping nightlife is in the youthful Nueva Córdoba neighbourhood. Close by is Sarmiento Park, the largest park in town, home to the zoo and the fine art museum.:: Alta Gracia: 35 km from Córdoba city you can find the Jesuit Estancia (World Heritage Site by UNESCO) and the �Che� Guevara House and Museum.:: Quebrada del Condorito National Park: this v-shaped deep canyon is a protected wildlife area and is great for hiking or condor watching.:: Los Gigantes: located 90 km north from Córdoba city in the Sierras de Córdoba, these pure granite formations have steep rock walls and are very popular amongst climbers and rappelers. :: Villa General Belgrano: this picturesque German-influenced town, 90 km south from Córdoba city, has a quaint downtown and an October beer festival.:: La Cumbre: located 98 km from Cordoba city, it�s a beautiful town due to the rugged mountain landscape, filled with winding roads and big stony English houses. West of La Cumbre is Cuchi Corral, a hill with a vast natural balcony with views over the Río Pinto valley. One of Argentina�s top spots for paragliding!

CORDOBA

TURNING POINT HOSTEL Entre Ríos 435(0351) 4221264

[email protected]

This hostel is run by a cool, bilingual

staff in a large historic house with

three gorgeous internal patios. It has

private rooms and dorms (most with

shared bath) and it is located just

3.5 blocks from the bus station

and 4.5 blocks from Plaza

San Martín. While you�re

there, take advantage of

the video arcade with

Nintendo Wii, Saturday

BBQs, choripan* Tuesdays

and free tickets to

Córdoba�s best dance

clubs on Thursdays,

Fridays and Saturdays!

Also onsite you can get help

on bus ticket sales,

currency exchange, hostel

reservations, Spanish

classes, ATV rentals and

excursions and tours

like trekking, horseback

riding, skydiving and

paragliding.

Free welcome beer with Get South!

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BABILONIA HOSTEL Simón Bolívar 462(0351) 4218054

[email protected]

This is a starting point to get to know the real

Córdoba. Feel inspired by the colonial style

architecture with its light, airy rooms, array of

musical instruments, two patios, garden and rooftop terrace with BBQ area.

Babilonia Hostel even has a communal art book and materials where you can

draw, paint and scribble down your thoughts to share with other travellers.

The hostel has dorms for up to seven people with lockers, and private

doubles, all with shared bathrooms. Right next to San Juan Boulevard, you

are within arms reach of shops, pubs and restaurants.

and when a group is formed the BBQ grill. If you want to

get out and about the smiley staff can help you with bus

ticket sales and info about tours, adventures

and sports in and around Córdoba. Laundry

service available!

Babilonia Hostel

MORADA HOSTEL Humberto Primo 532 (0351) 4262238

[email protected]

If you are looking for a great place to

stay in Córdoba, close to all tourist

attractions in the city, restaurants, bars

and nightclubs, with a friendly and cool staff, Morada Hostel is an excellent

option. They have bedrooms for six to eight people and different types of

private rooms (single, double, triple, quadruple and quintuple) with private

or shared bathrooms. Their price includes quality accommodation with

breakfast, towels, bedding, fully equipped kitchen, terrace with barbecue,

cable TV, Wi-Fi in the rooms and free Internet, lockers, luggage store and 24

hour reception. They also offer different tours

(trekking, skydiving, paragliding, horseriding

in the beautiful mountains of Córdoba and

more) that will make your stay in Córdoba

a lot of fun!

BBQ every Friday! Hostel Morada

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LITORAL REGIONThis region is defined by a huge river system and one of its main attractions is

the almighty Iguazu Falls. The area has exotic subtropical vegetation and countless animal species great for wildlife viewing. These elements have resulted in the

establishment of a national park for this natural haven.

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:: The Paraná River and its Delta islands: a 45 km wild nature strip, composed of wide sandy beaches and abundance of animal and vegetation diversity, some of which can be explored by kayak or boat. :: Parks and beaches: located on the shores of the city, with beautiful river views and green spaces. The most popular mainland beach is Balneario La Florida, located 8 km from the city centre. There are plenty of bars, restaurants and excellent amenities.:: Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument): the Argentinean flag was raised for the first time ever at this site. The tower is 70 m tall, so take the lift to the top and enjoy spectacular views of the city and river.:: Che Guevara: born in Rosario in 1928. Learn more about this emblemic figure while walking the Che Guevara Circuit that takes you from his house he was born in, via Plaza de La Cooperacion, Centro de Estudios Latinoamericanos Ernesto Che Guevara, Parque Indepencia (where he started his 1st trip through America) to the Che Monument.:: Nightlife: with so many restaurants, bars, pubs and clubs, in both the city centre and the Costanera, Rosario offers a great atmosphere for fun. :: Paseo del Siglo: travel back in time and see a large concentration of late 19th and early 20th century buildings. :: Street markets and fairs: the city�s craft markets and fairs are a meeting place and a very pleasant area to stroll for thousands of tourists and local people. Handmade products and art like pottery, sculptures and paintings created of a variety of materials like wood, leather and stone, and knitted fabrics are made and sold at the stalls along the banks of the river, in the area from the National Flag Memorial to the Contemporary Museum.

ROSARIO

Rosario is a cosmopolitan city located 310 km north of Buenos Aires on the banks of one of the most important rivers of South America, the Paraná River, and with the unmistakable and important National Flag Monument (Monumento Nacional a la Bandera). Rosario offers a wide range of possibilties to make your stay an unforgettable experience.

Rosario is definitely a great place to enjoy the nightlife. The city offers an abundance of culture with plenty of music, theatre and artistic performances. Be sure to enjoy one of the many attractions found along the Paraná River banks, i.e. parks, bars, restaurants and beaches.

ROSARIO

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LA COMUNIDAD HOSTEL & HOTELBig spacious areas with high ceilings, a

relaxed TV/DVD-room, a handy kitchen, and a

cool bar to hammer down a beer or cocktail,

this famous hostel in Rosario doesn�t just offer

you a cheap bed in one of their 3 comfy dorms with lockers or private rooms

(double or quad) with shared bathroom; their goal is to share the travel spirit, to

make you meet new people and to let you feel at ease. All rooms have aircon/

heating and your energy level rises after guzzling up the tasty breakfast. Live music

on Tuesday, asado on Thursday, and a free city tour (when a group is formed)

will bring color to your stay. The hostel rents out bikes and

for travel info and bookings of activities or transport, the

bilingual staff is ready for you! Location right in

downtown, 4 blocks from the Paraná River.

Presidente Roca 453(0341) 4245302

[email protected]

La Comunidad Hostel

Hotel Altea: an affordable hotel that offers singles, doubles and quad rooms, all with spring box mattreses, cable TV, telephone and private bathroom. Breakfast included.Rioja 768, tel: (0341) 4213406, www.hotelaltea.com.ar

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Boulevard Oroño 525 (0341) 153165535

[email protected] www.bonardabonhostel.com

BONARDA BON HOSTEL

10% off with Get South or 5th night free!

With an exclusive location on Boulevard

Oroño close to the city centre, park,

river, bars and restaurants, this hostel

has a cosy and relaxed vibe in an

attractive and clean refurbished antique house.

They have a large private room for 2 to 6 with a view over the Boulevard. The

room has a TV, towels, air con and private bathroom. They also have dorms for

6 to 8 with lockers, heating and shared bathrooms. Most of them have have air

con so rest assured that you will sleep well at night!

Bonarda Bon is well stocked for fun too: ping pong,

board games, PlayStation, DVDs, a large living

room and kitchen, a sun terrace and a big BBQ

space are sure to keep you entertained.

Bonarda Bon Hostel Rosario

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Esteros del Iberá is one of those places that everyone wants to visit, but very few actually make it here. The truth is that it is a bit of a tricky place to get to, it is a couple of hours by 4x4 or by a bumpy bus ride from the closest towns and civilisation.... Mercedes is the usual starting point and here you can book a transfer or take a bus. But its remoteness is what makes it such a special place. In the middle of humid wetlands, the Esteros del Iberá have cultivated one of the most important and one of the most unique ecosystem�s

in the Americas. A prime spot for nature spotting, here you can do walks, horserides and boat tours to see over 360 bird species, lots of alligators (yacarés), the world�s largest rodents (carpinchos/capybaras), wild deer and jump on the floating islands of the world�s second largest wetlands. The base to stay here is the small town of Colonia Carlos Pellegrini. With a small population and only a couple shops and restaurants, this is a very relaxed and slow moving town, but its tranquility is the best way to enjoy the nature and relax in Argentina�s wild wetlands.

ESTEROS DEL IBERA

ROSARIO

I: Pte. Roca 1051 Tel: (0341) 5279964II: San Lorenzo 1530 Tel: (0341) 5302020

[email protected]

LA CASONA DE DON JAIME I - II & SUITES When visiting Rosario stay at one of these two backpacker friendly hostels.

La Casona de Don Jaime I has private rooms or dorms and all the home comforts. Its Roots

Bar is ideal to enjoy a bit of reggae and tuck into homemade meals, including their speciality stuffed pizzas!

(Open during summer only - January to March)

La Casona de Don Jaime II & Suites has dorms with shared bathrooms or ensuite stylish private rooms. This XX century house has been revamped to offer comfort and fun with a small only - PAX bar open

8 pm to 1 am Thursday through Saturday with great drink specials and karaoke nights. The hostel also has a TV room with board games, an outdoor patio with a

BBQ grill and a ping pong table. Both hostels are downtown and within walking distance from the main attractions.

Take your pick from 10% off your stay at check in,

5th night for free or welcoming drink! La Casona De Don Jaime I&II

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With Esteros del Iberá you

really want to feel in the middle

of nature and a world away from

civilised cosmopolitan life - at

Posada Ypa Sapukai you are right

amongst the breathtaking natural

world that inhabits this special

place. A rustic style hotel with

wooden furniture and a cozy

in either a double, triple or quad.

POSADA YPA SAPUKAI

Staying here includes excursions

by boat, horse or walking tours

- speak to the bilingual staff to

time, and make sure to walk out

to their private jetty to watch the

birds and pondlife as sunsets...

Yacare corner MburucuyaColonia Carlos Pellegrini

(03773) 15514212 / (011) 1537042288 [email protected]

www.posadadelibera.com

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Posadas is the capital of the sub tropical Misiones province. Sat next alongside the Paraná river and opposite Paraguay, this city has hot, humid weather year round and is bathed with reddish earth and thick green vegetation. Romantic squares and churches around the city were built by the Jesuits and take you back into history. Walking through the city you should visit the native Indian tribe�s Guarani handcraft market by the 9 de Julio main square, the mate museum, the churches and cathedral and enjoy the waterfront which has been recently developed. From there you can also take a boat trip on the river which is particularly spectacular at sunset, or you can sunbathe on the sand beach at El Brete. From the Parana river you can see Encarnación city in Paraguay, which you can also visit for a day trip by bus where lots of Argentineans go to get cheaper electronics. Part of the wealth of the river is its fish - make sure to try some of the excellent river fish including Pacú, Dorado, Boga and Surubí, and if you like fishing then you can organize fishing trips on the river. For evening entertainment don�t miss some local folk music at bars and restaurants. Posadas is famed for its Litoral folk Festival each November. The nearby Jesuit Ruins is one of the biggest attractions here and most people head to San Ignacio which is an hour away by bus or car. Posadas is also a stop off point for visiting the Iguazu Falls 290kms away and the lush wetlands.

POSADAS

Posada Ypa Sapukai Iberaturismo

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HOSTEL POSADEÑA LINDA Bolívar 1439 (0376) 4439238

[email protected] www.hostelposadasmisiones.com

Adriana, the owner and your hostess,

always welcomes you with a happy

face at her snug and colourful hostel!

It�s situated in the heart of the center

of Posadas with a supermarket around the corner, at only a few blocks from

the main plaza and shopping street, and 6 blocks from the splendid riverside

promenade. Posadeña Linda is a small cozy hostel, with all facilities like a

kitchen, TV room and a chill out patio. The 3 double rooms and the 3 dorms

(6-4-2 beds, with lockers) come with breakfast and towels and all have a

private bathroom and aircon (except the 6 bed dorm). Adriana and her crew

will point you out what to do in the Posadas region and

arrange the necessary bookings. Enjoy lounging about

at the hostel�s small swimming pool with your fellow

globe-trotters!

Hostel Posadeña Linda


This small town is the base for exploring the UNESCO Jesuit ruins: San Ignacio Mini, Santa Ana and Nuestra Señora de Loreto. The San Ignacio ruins are within walking distance and the 4000 year old settlement is full of history and intrigue. Ruin highlights include The Cabildo, The Plaza de Armas, the church and the central patio which are all explained about during the frequent tours (also in English). The new night time show (weather dependent) has a unique performance using lights, water and sound to tell the historic stories from the beginning of the Jesuits arrival through to their expulsion. The other ruins are also popular with visitors but require transport as Santa Ana is 15kms from the town and Nuestra Señora de Loreto is 13kms away. In the town, Casa de Horacio Quiroga is the house museum of one of South America�s most renowned writers who wrote The Jungle Book. To see some of the fantastic jungle which inspired his writing, visit the Parque Provincial del Teyú Cuare nature reserve 8kms away with charming landscapes, river views, different treks and a spectacular views from the 120m high Penon (free entry). For a bit of fun in the sunshine or to play beach volleyball visit the Playita del Sol 3.5kms away where you can also light a BBQ with friends. Santo Pipo town, 20kms away, is another day trip worth making to visit the yerbatera Piporé and see how the yerba mate (native herb tea) is made.

SAN IGNACIO

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Puerto Iguazú serves as a resting spot for visitors to the world famous Iguazu Falls, recently chosen as one of the New Natural Seven Wonders of the World. :: Iguazu National Park:Declared a Natural World Heritage Site by UNESCO, it is one of the most impressive natural attractions in Argentina. The most spectacular waterfall is Garganta del Diablo (Devil�s Throat). There are boat trips to the base of the falls and many activities to explore the surrounding jungle, like 4x4 expeditions, horse riding, canopy, visits to traditional villages, rappelling and trekking.Close to Puerto Iguazú town, you can visit the Hito Tres Fronteras mirador, a place where the rivers intersect and form a natural border with neighbouring Brazil and Paraguay. The bird shelter Guira Oga (Home of the Birds, in the Guaraní language) is a rehabilitation centre where thousands of local animal species are treated and reintroduced into their natural habitat.:: Wanda Mines: Guided tours and gem shopping can be found in these open cast quartz and amethyst mines, situated 40km from Puerto Iguazú.:: Jesuit Missions: Closer to Misiones� capital city, Posadas, (250km from Iguazú), lies the site of the largest and best preserved mission ruins in the region, San Ignacio Miní. Settled within the dense vegetation, this site shows all the interesting aspects of the Jesuits� quest to convert the Guaraní natives to Catholics.

PUERTO IGUAZU

SAN IGNACIO

San Ignacio Adventure Hostel has

lots of facilities to make your stay

in San Ignacio fun and relaxing. Take

your pick between the big swimming

pool in a sunny garden, a large BBQ

area for the all important asado, a big

common room where the great buffet

breakfast is served, a guest kitchen

to rustle up some treats, a ping pong

and a pool table to play on in their

games room or appreciate some of

the local talent at their live music

nights.

SAN IGNACIO ADVENTURE HOSTEL

Centrally located and walking

distance to the ruins, the hostel

is also close to the bus stop.

Private air conditioned rooms are

ensuite with cable TV and towels,

or you can share a dorm room

which also has private bathrooms

and air conditioning. This is a

place to relax, have fun and enjoy

the nature surrounding you!

Independencia 469(0376) 4470955

[email protected]


Sihostel

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HOSTEL IGUAZU FALLSJust a block from the bus station, Hostel

Iguazu Falls can get you up to the

world famous Iguazu Falls in no time.

The hostel has 7 rooms that can hold up to 4, 6 and 8

people with shared bathrooms, while 5 private rooms also

come with private bathrooms.

Getting tired in the heat? Relax in the garden in a hammock,

try your hand at asado* with the outdoor grill, take a dip in

the pool, play a game of ping pong or

relax in your air-conditioned room.

The well informed, dedicated staff

can give you the inside track on

all the activities in and around the

falls. The possibilities are endless!

Guarani 70 (03757) 421295

[email protected] www.hosteliguazufalls.com

RESIDENCIAL UNO HOSTELLocated just two blocks from the bus

station and downtown Iguazu,

Residencial Uno is a place to kick back

and enjoy life in the hands of the

owner and his friendly staff.

They have dorms, single,

double, triple and quad

private rooms with fans

or air conditioners,

private bathrooms,

TV and hot water.

They also have a self catering

kitchen, bar, bilingual staff, daily

maid service and

tourist information.

Try their Saturday night asados*!

Begin the day with a yummy

breakfast, soak up the sun in

their large swimming pool, and

relax in the TV/DVD room

with one of the biggest DVD

libraries in town.

Fray Luis Beltrán 116(03757) 420529

[email protected]

This is a pet lovers

paradise with many

resident dogs to play with!

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Hostel Iguazu Falls

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Argentina CUYO REGIONCuyo means �desert country� in the native language. Its cities and towns give you

the chance to experience their culture, traditions, excellent food and famous wines. Wonderful natural sites, amazing wildlife, stunning climate, and loads of activities are

all part of the menu, but wait till you see the wine list!

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Mendoza is an oasis city filled with tree lined avenues and beautiful plazas. It is surrounded by the vast patchwork vineyards and the Andes mountain range nestled in the background. In the main square, Plaza Independencia, you can visit the small artisan market, while on the west side of the city is the huge San Martín Park and Cerro* de la Gloria, which are worth exploring. For nightlife, make sure to stop by the fantastic bar and restaurant lined street called Arístides Villanueva. The biggest event in Mendoza is �La Fiesta de la Vendimia�, an annual wine harvest festival which runs at the beginning of March. It usually consists of beauty pageants, a series of parades and events. Wine is unarguably one of the area�s main attractions. Most of the wineries are prepared to receive visitors. Guided tours usually cover the history of the winery itself, their winemaking process and finish off with a wine tasting session. Most of the wineries are located outside the city centre, so you need to arrange transport or take a local bus.

The main excursions are the High Mountain Circuit, an ideal way to appreciate the Andes dramatic scenery. On this tour you visit Potrerillos, Uspallata, Penitentes, the stone bridge of Puente del Inca, the Cristo Redentor and the Aconcagua Park.

Other popular tours are Villavicencio and its traditional hotel and Cacheuta with its thermal baths and river where rafting is possible.

Potrerillos area is great for outdoor activities such as trekking, climbing, mountain biking, rappelling, white water rafting, kayaking and horseback riding. For climbing, hiking and mountaineering head to Vallecitos, with many refugios available. Cerro Arco, located 11km from the city centre, is where paragliding takes place.

Mendoza province also offers excellent conditions for skiing and snowboarding. Los Penitentes is 165km from Mendoza city on the way to the Chilean border and is more economical than the world-class resort, Las Leñas, 450 km to the

south of Mendoza city.

Aconcagua: with an astonishing height of 6,959m, Aconcagua, �stone sentinel� in the native language, is the highest peak in the Western Hemisphere. The park is open from October to May and is a popular destination with mountain climbers and trekkers.

MENDOZA

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This gorgeous hostel is located in

a safe area in downtown Mendoza

city, across the road from a huge

supermarket and close to bars and

restaurants. It has 14 rooms, 7 of

them with double beds, ensuite

bathrooms, TV and A/C.

This lovely two storey Spanish

style house has plenty

of airy spaces (all with

Wi-Fi) to have a blast

during your visit.

Necochea 740 (0261) 4295565

[email protected]

HOSTEL ALAMO

Enjoy the garden and small swimming

pool while you make new friends, try

your skills in the communal kitchen or

relax in the TV/DVD room. Their free

yummy breakfasts include coffee, tea,

cereals, fruits and fruit juices, toast

and much more. The helpful owner

and bilingual staff are there to

inform you on everything there is

to do in this awesome land, so

don�t hesitate to ask!10% off with Get South ONLY with full

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INTERCULTURAL LENGUAS EXTRANJERAS ESPAÑOLRepública de Siria 241

(0261) 4290269 [email protected] www.spanishcourses.com.ar

5% off intensive group classes (the discount does

not include books) Intercultural Spanish in Mendoza, Argentina

Learn and experience Spanish in Mendoza:

Intercultural Lenguas Extranjeras offers

you group or private lessons with cultural

activities in the afternoon. You will be able

to meet people from Mendoza at their language exchange and practice your

Spanish with them, join their cooking classes, learn how to dance Tango or

Salsa. That�s not all, you can get a lot more too: they have designed special

programs which combine Spanish lessons with topic activities such as Spanish

& Wine, the Harvest festival, Adventure, Ski or Culture! The school, with its

from the bus station. Within a few minutes� walk you

Virtual learning platform and online courses available!

Spanish in Mendoza

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Argentina MENDOZA

ITAKA HOSTEL Arístides Villanueva 480 (0261) 4239793

[email protected] www.itakahostel.com.artraditional house which preserves most of its

original architecture. Located only 2 blocks

from San Martín Park and at easy walking distance from the city centre, here

Arístides Villanueva, a lively, tree lined street crowded with outdoor bars and

restaurants. They offer private rooms and dorms plus plenty of amenities to

explore: beautiful garden with a huge swimming pool to cool down, gaming

room with free pool, ping pong and foosball tables to make friends, guest

kitchen and asado* area to show off the chef in you.

Spoil yourself with a luscious

cocktail from their bar or grab one

of their mouth-watering meals from

their restaurant.

10% off accommodation with Get South! Itaka Hostel

Damajuana Hostel is ideally located

in the middle of Arístides Villanueva,

a street crowded with bars and

restaurants, and is THE fun place to be for tourists and trendy

locals alike for alfresco dinners and drinks with friends.

The hostel is within walking distance from the town center and from

San Martín Park. Room options vary from private doubles to dorms.

Bring your swimming suit if you come in the summer because they have

a big, green back yard with sun loungers and a large swimming pool to cool off in.

Arístides Villanueva 282(0261) 4255858

[email protected]

DAMAJUANA HOSTEL

� Swimming pool� 24 hour reception� Individual lockers� Medic assistance� Maid service� Laundry

� BBQ grill & Guest kitchen� Central heating & Fans� Laundry service� PH bar� Living room with satellite TV� Table tennis

Hostel Damajuana

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Argentina MENDOZA

Sarmiento 681(0261) 4231148

[email protected] www.monkeyhostel.com

ALL IN MENDOZA MONKEY HOSTEL

Enjoy their swimming pool and their Monkey Bar (open until midnight), or make like a monkey and swing between the pool table, TV, board games and full guest kitchen. Their multilingual international staff is great and helpful. They will make you feel right at home!

All in Mendoza Monkey Hostel is a hostel with a Belgium owner and international staff, the perfect place for budget travellers to stop, relax, meet new people, have fun & discover the wine regions and Aconcagua area. It�s one block from the main square (Plaza Independencia), a half block from Hyatt hotel and in a restaurant area. Their location is excellent, just 5 minutes by taxi or a 15-minute walk from the bus station. Accommodation options include private rooms for 2 to 5 people and dorms. Private rooms include your choice of a double bed, 2 twins or bunk beds (some with ensuite bath). Dorms start

at 4 beds and range up to 6, all with shared bath.

All in Mendoza Monkey Hostel @MonkeyHostel1

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Av. Sarmiento 681 (0261) 4239216

[email protected] www.mendozaandes.com

MENDOZA ANDES - Personalized TourismMendoza Andes� motto is �when you think it�s

impossible, we can do it!�, with the focus on

small groups of people with similar interests,

and delivering you a personalized experience.

This, combined with their guides� extensive knowledge about the Mendoza

from Plaza Independencia, in downtown Mendoza.

Mendoza Andes� personalized tours: Wine Tours by car or bicycle � High Mountain

Tour � Mountain & Wine � Photo Safaris � Trekking Andes Mountains � Mountain

Cuisine � Gaucho Day (horse riding) � High Mountain & Skiing (winter).

You want a 100% tailor made trip? Just ask and they�ll do the job!

Spanish, English, German, French & Dutch spoken!

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Break out of your travel shell and

Skydiving. In Mendoza, 95% of

days per year have excellent

weather conditions for jumping, making it a skydiver�s utopia! You�ll board the

tandem jump with an experienced instructor at 2800 meters into a 25 to 30 second free

are included in the cost (cameras 2 and 3 are optional).

The staff speaks Spanish, English and Portuguese, but

screaming �Wahoooo!� needs no translation.

ARGENTINA SKYDIVING (0261) 156299717Radio Nextel: 686*2314/0261-5273675

[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Taste wine at 1500 meters in a unique skydive experience and get


Visit the ATM before hand. Payments are in cash only!

and a good attitude required!

AYMARA TURISMOAymara is a prize-winning company

that has cornered the market in providing

the ultimate experience and are true

experts in Mendoza tourism.

well informed and bilingual.

+ Wine Tours � Whether you�re a novice or an expert, you

+ High Mountains � A spectacular trip to the Chilean border,

taking in Aconcagua and the Inca Bridge.

+ Gourmet Tours � + Adventure Tours � Have fun going horseback riding, rafting,

trekking, mountain biking, parachuting, or taking a multi-day

horse trek over the Andes to Chile.

N° Leg.: 7639

España 735 (0261) 4202064

[email protected] www.aymara.com.ar

www.losvinosdelosandes.com

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Aymara Expeditions

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Located 236 km south of Mendoza city, San Rafael is in the middle of Mendoza province, making it easy to reach the other touristy places from here. San Rafael is considered a capital of adventure tourism, both for its wide range of options and affordable prices. :: Valle Grande: a huge, man-made lake in an impressive natural setting, surrounded by mountains and green fertile vegetation. It attracts visitors seeking outdoor adventures. In Valle Grande you will probably find the cheapest white water rafting in the world!! Horseback riding, 4x4 expeditions (Nihuil�s Dunes), kayaking, boating, canoeing, rappelling, canopy, trekking and climbing are also offered in this great natural setting. :: Cañón* del Atuel: don�t miss this gorgeous natural canyon with highly eroded rocky walls, carved by the Atuel River. There are guided tours that take you there or you can go with your own car. Some interesting rock formations are The Wax Museum, The Castle, The Ghost, Rivadavia�s Chair, The Suspension Gardens, etc. :: Wine Tours: there are around 80 wineries around San Rafael, some within walking or biking distance from town, while others require a car. They range from small family businesses to big producers of all types of quality wines supplying local and international markets. Guided tours and tastings are available in most.:: Nightlife: San Rafael is also a fun town after dark, with 2 casinos, movie theatre, bowling, tango bar, karaoke bar, dance clubs and many pubs and restaurants.

SAN RAFAEL

Ruta 173, Km 17,7 Valle Grande (0260) 154390192

[email protected] www.bosqueeuca.com

BOSQUE AEREO EUCA - Tree Top Adventure Park

Top Adventure Park in Argentina and it

equipment from the professional crew.

Then you�re gonna tackle, at your own pace, the different circuits high in the

trees packed with rope bridges, trapezes, zip lines and other cool, challenging

buttocks. The park and its little snack bar are located at the entrance of Valle

bird at Bosque Aéreo Euca!

Open every day in Jan & Feb and school/public holidays.

Rest of the year: Thursday to Sunday. Check

the off season timetables by mail or phone.

Also in Get South: Parque Aéreo Euca in Tigre, near Buenos Aires

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Saint Joseph is one of the pioneer companies

of adventure tourism in San Rafael and

offers about every adventure & outdoor

activity you can do in the San Rafael area:

- Rafting, Cool River

- Catamaran trips & kayak tours/rental on the Lago Valle Grande.

- Trekking � Canopy � Rapel � 4x4 Tours � Star Gazing/Astronomy �

of vehicles, ranging from minibuses to big buses and 4x4 trucks,

all guarantee a smooth ride! Their headquarters are located on the banks of

the Atuel river in Valle Grande. It�s a very chilled out place to hang out around

its 2 swimming pools (small fee if not doing an activity),

lounges, bar, restaurant and coffee shop.

Everybody is welcome here!

Activities organized all year round.

English spoken.

SAINT JOSEPH - Adventure Tourism Ruta 173, Km 34,5 Valle Grande


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Ruta 173, Km34 Valle Grande (0260) 4436996 / 15409089

[email protected] www.raffeish.com.ar

These guys aren�t messing about in the

water; they are very serious about safety.

in the area and they are proud of their

reputation. Their base is a serious affair too, with a mini-market, a fast

food joint, a crafts stall and a little riverside beach with great music to

hang out! There is plenty of high-carb food to power you up through the

day and their multi-discipline staff is on hand to

guide you every step of the way.

RAFFEISH TURISMO AVENTURA

Activities provided:Rafting +

Rappelling +Canopy +

Trekking +Kayaking +Canoeing +

Doky (2 person canoe) +Col River (a kind of body boarding) +

Catamaran trips +

CD & DVD service to take yourmemories with you!

Raffeish Turismo Aventura

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Comandante Rodriguez (este) 445 (0260) 4406725 - 2604472569

[email protected] www.lacavernahostel.com.ar

LA CAVERNA HOSTELThis homely hostel is run by its owner, Adrián, who won�t only ensure you have a comfortable place to stay in Malargüe but will also help you organize your trips to visit the highlights of the area. La Caverna has a very central location (just 4 blocks from

and explore they also have mountain bikes for rental. When you are not exploring though, you can either pick from one of their 2 private en-suite rooms, or stay in one of the three shared rooms with shared bathrooms. Common areas all have Wi-Fi and each day

homemade food is made for guests if they wish to stay for dinner, and the in-house bar is always stocked so you can enjoy a drink or two and unwind. Sometimes they will light the BBQ for a typical Argentine asado so you can enjoy it with your adopted Argentine family!

La Caverna Hostel

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They also offer budget accommodation in Las Leñas ski resort. Contact them for more information.

Malargüe is located 186 km south of San Rafael. It�s a small town and serves as a good base for exploring some of the least known, but spectacular landscapes in Argentina. :: Malargüe Planetarium: has interesting guided visits and interactive daily sky shows (some in English). Pierre Auger Cosmic Ray Observatory, studies ultra high energy cosmic rays (free daily visits except weekends). Both are located in Malargüe town.:: Caverna de Las Brujas: Literally translates into �The Witches� Cave�. It is a marvellous cave that plunges deep into the earth at a depth of almost 2000 m. :: The Payunia: It is recognized as being one of the most densely covered volcanic regions in the world. Trails of lava debris can be seen at various points throughout the park, and enormous boulders of igneous rocks are scattered over the dark plains. :: Volcán Malacara: This volcano erupted by blowing out the side and since the eruption, water flow has carved out some interesting canyons you can walk through. :: Cascadas* de Manqui-Malal: An ideal spot for hiking and rappelling. Keep your eyes alert for commonly seen fossils and for the condors soaring above the high walls. :: Castillos* de Pincheira: It is a naturally formed structure sculpted throughout the many years by glacier erosion. It�s shaped like a giant castle, hence the name.:: Las Leñas: Located 70 km from Malargüe, this internationally renowned ski resort is ideal for winter sport enthusiasts of all levels. Summer activities are also offered.:: Valle Hermoso: 20km from Las Leñas, this �Beautiful Valley� with amazing views, is tucked into the Andes Mountains, with a turquoise lagoon excellent for fishing. Camping available.

MALARGÜE

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Dos Venados 740MERLO - SAN LUIS


www.casagrandehostelmerlo.com

CASA GRANDE HOSTEL Y CABAÑASA 1 hectare park with lots of trees, a swimming pool and several hideaways to chill out in, Casa Grande Hostel is a green oasis just 15 blocks from the main plaza of Villa de Merlo. The main building houses 4 dorms with 4 or 6 beds & lockers and 1 double room, all with their own bathroom. You can cook in the large kitchen or hang out on the terrace with mountain view or on the wrap around porch! There are different, lovely cabins for 2 up to 6 people, fully equipped with bathroom, kitchen, BBQ-grill and TV, which are a really swell option too. The friendly bilingual staff light up the BBQ once or twice a week for a tasty asado and organize group meals almostevery day. Don�t forget to ask the crew about the many activities this gorgeous region has to offer.

How to get there: short taxi ride from the bus station or take the �Rincon del Este� bus at the old bus station (6 blocks from the terminal) that can drop you off at 3 blocks from Casa Grande.

Casa Grande Hostel

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MERLO - SAN LUIS

Merlo is an important tourist center located in the north east of the San Luis province, bordering the Córdoba province. You can reach it by bus from Mendoza via San Luis city (185km from San Luis), or from Córdoba city via Villa Dolores. The village is located at the foot of the beautiful Comechingones Mountain Range (highest point 2300m) and is famous for its micro-climate. International scientist determined it�s even the 3rd most differentiated micro-climate in the world! The healthy dry climate with more than 300 days of sun and the spectacular scenery makes it an outdoor heaven all year round, with activities such as paragliding, hang-gliding, climbing, hiking, mountain biking and 4x4 excursions. Definitely visit the waterfall Salto del Tigre and the old mining city called �Cerro Aspero, El Pueblo Escondido� in the mountains above Merlo by doing a 4x4 excursion. Another great place to head to in the mountains is the area of Rincón del Este with its two nature reserves: Magote Bayo & the Reserva Natural, with different trekking possibilities, the Tabaquillo waterfall and climbing walls and zip lines. Piedra Blanca, the cozy historical part of town, is definitely worth a visit too with its old church, some museums and craft shops. The main avenue, Avenida del Sol, is the place to be for a refreshing beer or a good meal! Put on your sunglasses and enjoy some quality time in Villa de Merlo!

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NORTH REGIONThe North Region is a huge and diverse area consisting of dramatic landscapes ranging from the high Andes Mountains, deep colourful canyons, arid deserts, impenetrable jungles, wine producing valleys and culturally rich colonial cities.

Safaris, cultural sightseeing, adventure sports, thermal baths and wine tasting are just a few of the activities offered in this region.

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San Miguel de Tucumán is the province capital and is known as the land of sugar cane and the place of the Declaration of Independence Act. Downtown, around Independence Square, are the Casa de Gobierno (Italian and French-style palace), the outstanding Cathedral, the Casa* Nogués (where the Tourist Info Centre is) and the Casa* Padilla. Close to this area stands the Casa Histórica (Historic House), the site chosen by the Congressmen to declare National Independence from Spain on July 9th, 1816. The house is now a museum where you can see furniture, garments and objects from that time. In the evenings, there�s a show called �luz y sonido� (light & sound) which offers a reenactment of the historical events during and around July 9th (just in Spanish). Other places to see are the San Francisco and La Merced Churches, the Archaeological Museum and the 9 de Julio Park. At the foot of the San Javier hill, just a few km from the city, is the village of Yerba Buena, a very pleasant residential area with an excellent nightlife. Wander around San Javier Hill Park for great views of the city and its surrounding area where you can also go paragliding off Loma Bola.

SAN MIGUEL DE TUCUMAN

PARAPENTE AVENTURA - TUCUMAN ADVENTUREIf you are an adrenaline

junkie and want to get

some action in the air,

in water and on land,

contact Parapente Aventura & Tucumán

Adventures. Get sky high with tandem

paragliding; tear down the hillsides by mountain bike; get

wet and wild with kayaking; or combine all three! Experienced

guides handle all the logistics so you can just sit back and

enjoy the ride. Open year round.

As well as adventure tourism company, they also have two cabins so you can

stay the night at the foot of Cerro San Javier and enjoy the views for longer.

private bathrooms, heating

and breakfast included.

Av. Aconquija 3100 - El Corte de Yerba Buena (0381) 4252967

[email protected] - [email protected] www.parapenteaventura.com.ar www.tucumanadventure.com.ar

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Tafí del Valle is located in the Sierra de Aconquija, 107 km from San Miguel de Tucumán and 1,976 m above sea level. This town boasts a special microclimate, beautiful scenery, warm people and a rich history. Tafí is also famous for its local cheese which is made from recipes inherited from the Jesuits. Another Jesuit legacy is the old Chapel of La Banda. :: Cascada* Los Alisos: a 20 m vertical waterfall located 13 km from Tafí and accessible by bus. You can take a 2.5 hr walk and have the option of doing rappelling. It is best to go with a guide.:: Valle de la Ciénaga: it�s a 3 hr walk up to 2,600 m, where you can see archaeological ruins and amazing landscapes. :: Museo Jesuítico de La Banda: located 500 metres from the centre of Tafí del Valle. This historical building is from the beginning of the XVIII century. :: Adventure Tourism: there are wonderful hiking possibilities in the surrounding mountains in addition to horseback riding, rappelling, mountain biking, rock climbing and 4x4 tours. 10 km away in El Mollar, you can visit the Menhir Park where you will find stone sculptures belonging to the Tafí culture which were once found scattered throughout the valley. These stones, carved by the Tafí natives, still bear signs and symbols yet to be deciphered.

TAFI DEL VALLE

TAFI DEL VALLE

NOMADE HOSTELIf you want to enjoy the best views

of the valley, the tranquil river, local culture,

homemade food and a relaxing atmosphere,

Nómade Hostel welcomes you with open arms

blocks from the bus station (to the right) and 7 blocks from

downtown, the hostel has a large garden space which

opens up directly onto the river - perfect for dipping your

toes in and enjoying nature at its best. Attended personally

by its owners, you can meet some friendly local faces and

taste homemade, regional cuisine at dinner (included in the price!). Make

sure to ask for advice on the area and about renting bikes, or organising

mountain walks, horseriding and visits to the valley and Quilmes ruins.

Nómade Hostel has doubles, quadrouples and small dorms, with private and

shared bathrooms, and is a 10 minute walk from

the town centre.

Los Castaños n/n(0381) 3075922

(0381) [email protected] www.nomadehostel.com.ar

Nomade Hostel

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This indigenous community is situated 55 km from Tafí del Valle and 68 from Cafayate and it offers marvellous landscapes and a pleasant climate.:: Quilmes Ruins: located 20 km from Amaicha, these ruins are the remains of the town built by the local natives, the Quilmes, who for over 130 years resisted the invasion of the Spanish forces (the longest resistance in Spanish Colonial history). :: El Remate: here you will find a series of waterfalls located 9 km from Amaicha, which are ideal for trekking, climbing and swimming. You can get there by taxi or local bus. It´s recommend to walk back and stop at Los Zazos Dam and at the Eco Museo Amauta, where you can learn about native customs. :: Ampimpa Observatory: located on the road to Tafí del Valle, this astronomic observatory belongs to the University of Tucumán and it�s a great place to have a panoramic view of the valley and watch the stars at night.:: Pachamama Museum: it shows different elements of the aboriginal culture dating back to 800 BC. :: Tiu Punco (�Desert�s door�): the local dunes can be reached by crossing the bed of Rio Santa Maria and the Petrified Forest of carob trees. Accessible only on 4x4 or by horseback.Every February, Amaicha del Valle holds the Pachamama Festival in honour of the �Pachamama�(Motherland). It�s the best occasion to experience the local customs and traditions, and enjoy delicious dishes.

AMAICHA DEL VALLE

San Martín n/n, on the way to the millAMAICHA DEL VALLE

(0381) 156279396 / [email protected]

PACHA CUTY HOSTELPacha Cuty Hostel has that homey

atmosphere you are looking for.

(mud) house and rustic decoration,

this hostel has terraces with

There are dorms, a double room

and camping facilities, all with

shared bathrooms.

There is a do-it-yourself kitchen with

a big table to share your meals and

get to know your fellow travellers, a

charming living room and patio with

plenty of cool music to enjoy.

It�s attended by its owners,

a friendly young couple of a

history professor and an English

teacher, who see you get well-fed

and happy. Every day, tasty meals

are prepared for you. Ask them

about the trekking trips, Quilmes ruins

excursions and visits around the area!

Free pick up with Get South!

Pacha Cuty Hostel

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Cafayate is the most important town in the Calchaquí Valley. It�s famous for its wine production and its popular folkloric festival held in February, the Serenata. Main attractions include a visit to the Cathedral, the Artisan�s Market and the Wine and Archaeological Museums. Its dry and sunny climate is ideal for growing a variety of grape types, including the torrontés, unique to this area. You can take a guided wine tour where tasting is a must. A unique way to try the local wine is at Heladería Miranda, which offers ice cream flavours like cabernet and torrontés. On the way to Salta, you will see sand dunes before catching a glimpse of the dramatic gorge of the Quebrada de Cafayate (or Quebrada de las Conchas), a series of intensely coloured rock formations. The Amphitheatre and The Devil�s Throat are highlighted stops throughout the Quebrada de Cafayate. Trekking by the Colorado River to the Seven Waterfalls, mountain biking, horseback riding and even sand walking, are some of the activities which can be enjoyed around Cafayate. A perfect way to make the most out of your visit.

CAFAYATE

Córdoba 155 (03868) 422453


Cafayate Backpakers Hostel

CAFAYATE BACKPACKERS

Cafayate Backpackers is a cozy and colorful

colonial house located just 3 blocks from

the main square, a few blocks from the

bus terminals and only 50 metres from the

wine route in Cafayate. They have private matrimonial, triple or quadruple

rooms with shared bathroom and 3 dorms for 5, 8 or 10 people with

private bathroom and lockers. The splendid garden is wonderful to rock

in a hammock and rest, to pitch your tent or to socialize while eating the

traditional meals they prepare twice a week.

There is also a BBQ area and a kitchen available to prepare your own meals.

Run by local owners and a kind staff, bike rental is available and they will

help you arrange wine tours and a visit to the goat

cheese factory, to the Quebradas de las

Conchas or to the Colorado River waterfalls.

Laundry service is possible and

it�s open all year!

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Its name comes from the Aymará word �sagta�, which means �the very beautiful one�. Salta is the main base for tourist excursions in the North. From here, you can head to Cafayate, the wine region, the valleys and mountains of Calchaqui Valley, the picturesque route to the historic village of Cachi, the amazing Los Cardones National Park, and much more.This city has some of the best preserved colonial architecture in the country.The most significant buildings in Salta are grouped around the main square, Plaza 9 de Julio. They include the Cathedral, the Cabildo (town hall) which houses the Museo Histórico del Norte, and the San Francisco Church, which has one of the highest church towers in America (53 m). The Museo Arqueológico de Alta Montaña has a very interesting collection of exhibits gathered from high-altitude Inca shrines, including mummified children.The Museo de Bellas Artes (Fine Art Museum) resides in a 2 storey colonial mansion on Florida Street, 2 blocks west of Plaza 9 de Julio. San Bernardo Convent is one of the oldest buildings in the city. It has a hand-carved wooden door made by the natives dating back to 1762.

SALTA

Mitre 166(03868) 15418579 (011) 1538412976

[email protected]

LO DE CHICHI HOSTEL

This hostel is literally surrounded

by vines while being at the heart

picturesque grape vines and views of the nearby hillsides and mountains,

you�ll feel in the middle of nature but

a half from the main plaza, only 20m

close to all the shops and restaurants.

This homely hostel with 5 dorms, 3

private doubles and plenty of space for

camping (all with shared bathrooms)

will give you an opportunity to get to know the Argentine culture with their weekly asados* and folklore classes.

Enjoy the local architecture and take advantage of their communal kitchen,

bookings to go to the Colorado River, Quebrada de Cafayate or other points of interest

in the area just ask the

friendly crew!

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The Cable Car to San Bernardo Hill is an excellent way to see Salta from above. It�s a ten minute ride, taking you from the city centre up to a glorious vista. One can also get there by climbing the 1,021 steps!

Salta has a busy nightlife, especially in and around Balcarce Street. It hosts many favourite local bars, restaurants, and peñas* folklóricas where local food and drinks are served while traditional live music and dancing fill your spirit.

Salta also offers a great variety of adventure activities. You can go horseback riding, trekking or paragliding around the surrounding hills and mountains. Other choices include mountain biking, bird watching or 4x4 journeys. Most of the adventure activities take place at Cabra Corral Dam, 65 km away from Salta city, where you can also go sailing, water skiing, kayaking, jet skiing, bungee jumping, water sliding and even rafting in the Juramento River rapids.

From April to November you can experience an awesome ride on the famous Tren a las Nubes (Train to the Clouds), travelling through the Quebrada* del Toro and ascending up to 4,220 m.

Av. San Martín 104 (0387) 4215512

[email protected]

HOSTAL LA SALAMANCAThis recently reformed hostel has 17

beautifully decorated rooms: singles,

doubles, triples and dorms (all with

private bathrooms and some with air

conditioning) and is ideal for travellers that want to stay in a quiet

and friendly place. It is located in a very safe area, in front of San

the main square. This location allows you to walk to all the interest points

in the city. Their services include bilingual staff, self service breakfast, free

storage, central heating and fans, towels, tourist

information, medical assistance, maid service, book

exchange, cable TV and it has an Andean cultural

library to learn a little more about

local culture. 10% off in dormswith Get South!

Hostal Salamanca

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location in Salta and welcomes

you in to make this your base for

exploring Salta la linda!

They are located just a block from the main square, in the commercial area,

one block from a supermarket and nine from the bus station. As well as its

excellent location, the hostel boasts a full guest kitchen, a bar, a common

staff to help you plan your activities in the area.

You can stay in a private double room (some en-suite) or stay in one of the

lockers. You�ll start your

morning right after breakfast

and a hot soak in the brand

new showers!

Alvarado 751(0387) 4316476

[email protected]

FERIENHAUS HOSTEL SALTA

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Hostal Nuevo Puesto

Jujuy 159 (0387) 4 211049

[email protected] www.hostalnuevopuesto.com

HOSTAL NUEVO PUESTOA nice colonial house in the downtown

close to supermarkets and the central

market, Hostal Nuevo Puesto is an excellent choice to spend your days in

Salta. The real eye-catcher of this place are the 2 central patios, perfect to

hang out and unwind, and the kitchen is perfect to cook yourself a tasty meal.

or in one of the various private rooms (different capacities, shared or private

bathroom). The private rooms come with TV and towels. Ready for some

action? Most activities in the

Salta region can be booked by

the bilingual owners whose goal

is to make you feel at home!

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SAYTA RANCH - HORSERIDINGHave you ever wanted to hang out with real

gauchos*? Enrique is the owner of Estancia

Sayta, 45km southwest of Salta, in a

beautiful town called Chicoana.

You can stay at his ranch an do what gauchos do... which is mainly ride

horses, eat meat, drink regional wine and sing traditional songs. The

ranch offers horseback riding from half day to an epic

ten days... an experience not to be missed!

Sayta Ranch - Chicoana(0387) 156836565 [email protected] www.sayta.com.ar

Come and see why Sayta means

�where time stands still� in the

Aymar language...

Transfer in

and out

included !!

1 bottle of regional wine with Get South!

Sayta Ranch sayta.cabalgatas

Free entrance & 1 empanada

with Get South!

la vieja estacion

Prepare to live a superb experience

of local customs, live folk music,

traditional dances and delicious food!

La Vieja

welcome by the appetizing menu presented, including delish regional

dishes, parrilla*, deserts and the delicate taste of the celebrated Salta

wines; all that accompanied by wonderful live shows with renowned artists.

A warm atmosphere inviting you to share a memorable night with the

PEÑA LA VIEJA ESTACION

The show startsevery day at 10 pm.

Don�t miss it!

Balcarce 875(0387) 4217727 - 155234888

[email protected]

SALTA

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SPANISH CLASSES

IDIOMAS SALTA Buenos Aires 160 1ºG(0387) 155009345

[email protected] www.idiomassalta.com.ar

No small thing when it comes to language course fees,

Idiomas Salta offers 10% off with Get South!

Is it time to brush up on the lingo? In

the heart of Salta there is a small, local

language school which offers classes all

year round. Experienced and friendly

teachers will work with you to get your Spanish up to speed whether you

are a new bird who wants to get the food you actually ordered (or thought

you did) or more seasoned and looking to

polish up your chit-chat.

This is a small and therefore personal school with all the audio and video

materials needed to provide an excellent service. They have private and

group classes for all levels and can help set up a volunteering experience

so that not only can you improve your Spanish, but form memories and a

bond with locals you�ll remember forever.

Courses don�t only focus on the

language, but also give you an

insight to the local culture. They offer

combined courses for every taste, like

Dancing, Spanish and Touring, Spanish

and Tango among others.

The school is centrally located, near all

the hostels, bars and amenities of the

city center, meaning that you�ll be able

to take your new found Spanish skills

to the street right after class.

Salta has some of the best food,

interesting music and performances

and the local people are among the

friendliest of the country. Learning

the language will not only give you a

deeper understanding of where you are

but also where you want to go.

Idiomas Salta

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N° Leg. 10797

TURISMO MARINA SEMISA - Car Rental

can make bookings without screwing

it all up? Turismo Marina Semisa is

a great all-round travel agency in

Salta. They are prompt, professional and

eager to ensure your trip runs like clockwork.

Specializing in car rental, they have a variety of cars and 4x4�s, with

different sizes of their vehicles. They also organize excursions to Cachi,

Humahuaca and Cafayate. Adventure activities are also offered such as

canopy, rafting and hangliding. If that�s not enough, they will reserve

accommodation and design tailor-made tours to suit your needs.

Now that�s what I call a travel agent!

10% discount on car rental with Get South!

Car Rental

Caseros 489(0387) 4312097

Emergency N°: (0387) 154031987 [email protected]

www.marina-semisa.com.ar

Marina Semisa

Buenos Aires 82 (0387) 4213333

[email protected]

Thank goodness you found Cactus Rent a Car.

Instead of offering different types of cars

with a lot of bells and whistles, Cactus just

rents out one type of car but at a low rate.

The Classic Chevrolet 4-door sedan is safe, comfortable & reliable, and it

Salta, but if you make your booking online via their handy website you�ll

score the Get South discount! Relax and enjoy your trip and don�t forget to

take lots of pictures to show mom! Pick-up & drop-offs in downtown Salta

CACTUS RENT A CAR

10% off when booking via www.cactus.com.ar with the discount code �GETSOUTH�

[email protected] TEA TURISMO N° Leg. 085

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Caseros 468(0387) 4311 223

[email protected]

Movitrack

MOVITRACK OVERLAND & INCOMINGExplore the great outdoors of the Argentinean

Northwest in a big original 4x4 off-road

truck with Movitrack, the specialized safari

company in the area. Stick your head out

stops are made at different natural wonders, so grab your camera and shoot the most amazing pics!

- Safari a las Nubes Salinas Grandes, Purmamarca with the Seven Colours Mountain.

- Safari Ruta 40 (2 day trip): Lerma Valley, Cardones NP, Calchaquí River Valley,

Gorge of the Arrows, Cafayate and its Quebrada.- Tren + Movi (full day): one way on the famous �Train

to the Clouds�, return by truck via the Inca ruins

Santa Rosa de Tastil.

the main plaza with bilingual

staff and guides. N° Leg. 10.095

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Salta Bus StationTicket booth Nº 15


PULLMAN BUS - SALTAAre you in Salta and want to get to San Pedro de Atacama in Chile? Pullman Bus is a great

bus company that can take you there! Get your camera ready because this is a bus ride you will not forget!

Known as the Paso de Jama, the ride up from Salta and Jujuy to San Pedro de Atacama is simply spectacular. Pullman Bus leaves from Salta (7am), Jujuy (8.45am) and Purmamarca (9.45am) every Tuesday, Thursday

and Sunday and takes you to San Pedro de Atacama as well as Calama,

the best comfort in their new buses with leather seats, air con, heating,

bathrooms on board, complimentary breakfast, light lunch and snack

Buy your tickets at the Salta or Jujuy Pullman Bus ticket booth at the bus station.

Don�t forget to ask for your Get South discount at the Salta (only) ticket booth!

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This lively Andean village is a great place for exploring the Quebrada de Humahuaca. There�s an excellent arts and crafts market and lots of places to eat in and around its charming central plaza. Evenings can be enjoyed wandering around, bar hopping and attending local peñas*. The well attended religious procession in January and the Pachamama (Mother Earth) festival in August are worth catching.:: Pucará de Tilcara: a restored pre-Hispanic fortress located on a hilltop, where one can appreciate the astonishing views of the Quebrada landscapes. :: Museo Arqueológico: hosts an extensive collection of pre-Columbian ceramics, masks and mummies.:: Cuevas de Wayra: walk through this impressive formation of natural tunnels.:: Garganta del Diablo: hike to Devil�s Throat, along old paths to the waterfalls, while taking in amazing views. :: Castillos de Huichaira: natural sand formation where you can only arrive walking or horseback riding. Sandboard is possible here.:: Purmamarca: 26km south and easy to reach from Tilcara, lies against the exceptional Cerro de los Siete Colores (Hill of Seven Colours), which has sedimentary rocks of different colours. Don�t miss the Paseo de los Colorados, a gorgeous three-kilometre walk, featuring naturally sculpted red cliffs, and the Salinas Grandes (Great Salt Flats), which are easy accessible by local taxi from the main plaza in Purmamarca.

TILCARA

TILCARA

HOSTEL & CAMPING WAIRAA huge property of 5.000 m2 located at just 3

blocks from the bus terminal and main plaza.

Hostel and camp

or without private bathroom), dormitories and a big camping space. Towels are

included for private rooms and breakfast for both privates and dorms. A kitchen

it�s busy with loud music & parties. Outside of high season it�s a tranquil place

to relax. The outdoor BBQ grills are for use all year round.

Enjoy rocking a hammock, defeating other globetrotters at the ping pong and

foosball table, or reading a book at their outside tables.

Spanish and English spoken. Open all year round.

15% off or 5th night free with Get South!(except in January, February, July and Carnival)

Calle Ernesto Padilla 596 (0388) 155741433

[email protected] www.hostelwaira.com.ar

/hostelwaira hostelwaira martanla

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Padilla 731 (0388) 155855994

[email protected] www.albahacahostel.com.ar

LA ALBAHACA HOSTEL

Stay at La Albahaca Hostel, 4 blocks from

the plaza, and you�ll have a fabulous time

in Tilcara. Spoil yourself by signing up for the

daily group dinners where yummy food is served and guitar music is played.

Sometimes even free dance & music classes are organized! The included

breakfast with homegrown fruits and homemade bread is served at your table

and the hostel�s terrace with amazing views is superb to chill out on. The hostel

private rooms you have the option: shared or private bathroom. After a good

night�s sleep you should join in on one of the entertaining tours organized by

the crew. Have fun at La Albahaca mingling with the other travellers or helping

out with their environmental friendly projects! Open all

year, towels included.1 free communal dinner or 10% off in dorms at

Tilcara Hostel! Albahaca Hostel

Belgrano 472 Galería Tierra Azul � Local 3


www.umatravel.com.ar Uma Travel Salta

UMA TRAVELLive the adventure and experience the

beautiful landscapes and culture of North

Argentina with Uma Travel! This experienced, tailor-made tourism agency offers lots of different adventure

activities in the Jujuy province and the Quebrada de Humahuaca, as well as excursions to the most picturesque spots, and rural and cultural tourism.

Programs are available from full day to multi day trips using modern well maintained equipment, reliable vehicles and professional bilingual guides so your safety is always guaranteed. They offer daily excursions to Iruya, Salinas Grandes,

Serranía del Hornocal, Hornaditas, Uquía, cultural programs and amazing multi

day trekking trips following ancient Inca trails where

a rich and vibrant cultural heritage and

amazing landscapes to discover, what are you waiting for?

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HUMAHUACA

Buenos Aires 740 (0388) 154120868

[email protected] www.humahuacasa.com.ar

Home is where the heart is and hostel La

Humahuacasa want to make you feel at

home in their cozy hostel in the historical

centre of the town.

hether you are in a private room or a dorm (most with shared bathroom),

the sociable bilingual staff encourages guests to get to know each other

over a friendly board game, a group dinner, movie, BBQ or just

chilling out together while enjoying the starry sky from the patio.

This rustic hostel made in the traditional adobe style is decorated

with local art to please your eye, a cactus gallery and has a

three blocks from the bus station.

LA HUMAHUACASA

Hostel La Humahuacasa

The town of Humahuaca is a sun drenched land filled with memories of cultures past that continue their influence on architecture, traditions, legends and beliefs related to nature and local heroes. The rustic adobe (mud) houses, the narrow cobbled streets and the old colonial street lamps create the illusion that time has stopped. In the centre of the village is the Cabildo (Town Hall), the beautiful Cathedral, built in the XVII century and the imposing Independence Monument with a statue exalting the virtues of the native culture. Don�t miss Peñas Blancas and Pucará (an archaeological site and viewpoint located 1 km from town), the Serranías de Hornocal (limestone formations with a variety of colors, almost 5000 meters above the sea level - highest viewpoint of the gorge), Inca Cueva (caves with rock art of great archaeological value - 10 thousand years BC), Coctaca (prehispanic agricultural site), and Hornaditas (aboriginal community, cactus forrest, �El Pintado� or Sapagua petroglyphs). From the town of Humahuaca you can take a local bus and visit Iruya (3hrs away). The village really has an �end of the road� feel as the one road literally ends in front of the church. Surrounded by a breathtaking view, with cliffs and mountains enclosing the village; its steep cobblestone streets take you back to the past. Don�t miss Cerro de la Cruz viewpoint. You can also go on a horseback ride, take a 4x4 tour or hike to remote San Isidro (8km away).

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La Pampa 81 (0381) 156721275

[email protected] www.hostalantigua.com.ar

Tired after a long bus journey?

Hostal La Antigua is just around the

corner! Only 80 meters from the bus

station, a warm and friendly owner-

run hostel awaits. In a nineteenth

century colonial style house, you

around the living room, kitchen,

private bedrooms (some ensuite)

and dorms.

This traditional adobe (mud)

quarter of Humahuaca and is

only three blocks from the main

square. There are regular cultural

activities as well as being a hub of

knowledge if you need advice on

excursions and what to do while

you stay in beautiful Jujuy!

HOSTAL LA ANTIGUA

Hostal La Antigua

HUMAHUACA

HUMAHUACA CAMPINGA big plot with nicely trimmed grass, the

wouldn�t like to pitch their tent here! And

the location is awesome, just 4 blocks from the bus terminal and main plaza,

Tents can be pitched on individual designated spots underneath a structure

to block the sun, or in the �free camping zone�, and the 2 spacious sanitary

blocks are really well equipped. The main building of the camping site is

style rooms and a bar where breakfast, snacks,

not gonna miss the daily happy hour there!

Ask for recommendations from the bilingual staff

to explore the splendid area of Humahuaca.

Av. Ejercito del Norte s/nBº Medalla Milagrosa - La Banda


humahuacacamping.com.ar Humahuaca Camping

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La Quiaca is the last stop before entering Bolivia. It�s a small village about 190 km from Humahuaca at 3,442 m.a.s.l. It�s next to the Bolivian border, connecting via an international bridge. You will be attracted by the way people live, the characteristic clothing of the women and men, and the active trade in local products. The Central Market is interesting to see, and from here there is local transport that takes you to the historic village of Yavi (it leaves all the time), situated only 16 km east of La Quiaca through a paved road. Yavi was founded in 1667 and has under 400 inhabitants that live in adobe (mud)wall houses with typical roofs made out of reed, clay and straw. You should visit the San Francisco�s Chapel, built in 1690 and the mansion of the Marquis of Tojo (converted into a museum). From Yavi there are walking trails around the nearby Cerros Colorados, including rock paintings and petroglyphs. Five km south of Yavi, at the foot of the Siete Hermanos Mountains, you will find the Laguna Colorada with astonishing rock paintings of human figures, llamas, spirals and portrayals of the activities and customs, all painted by the primitive inhabitants.

LA QUIACA

LA QUIACA

Árabe Siria 146 (03885) 422388

[email protected] elapolillohostel.blogspot.com

EL APOLILLO HOSTELOnly 8 blocks from the Bolivian border,

of Argentina! At this small colourful hostel in

from all corners of the world. A refurbished adobe* house made with local materials and with solar heated rooms, El Apolillo respects its environment and respects yours too - providing musical instruments, board games, pool table, Playstation, cable TV, a fully equipped kitchen, great breakfast, book exchange and a big BBQ area to enjoy the atmosphere!

Take your pick between the comfy 4 and 5 bed dorms with lockers or the private

time you arrive the bilingual owners, a friendly Argentine couple, will make you feel welcome and you can check in 24 hours.

How to get there from the bus station:

Arabe Siria Street. Turn right and walk about 3 blocks. It́ s just 5 blocks in total.

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SAN CARLOS DE BARILOCHEOne can find it all in Bariloche� mountains and lakes, a dry summer and snowy winter, natural beauty year round and an abundance of different activities for each season. The city itself stands out with its unique stone and wood architecture, giving it a Swiss Alps feel. It's famous for its chocolate and artisan beer produced in multiple cervecerías. Bariloche is also considered the capital of adventure tourism in the country. Activities include: rafting, canopy, trekking, horseback riding, mountain biking, lake kayaking, scuba diving, fishing, snowboarding, skiing, paragliding and skydiving.

:: Nahuel Huapi National Park: With more than 700,000 hectares, the park is filled with lakes, rivers, glaciers, rapids, valleys, forests, mountains, snow capped volcanoes, and a variety of animal species. It contains lots of well maintained hiking trails, that wander through the dense, green, old-growth forests. Many of the trails are interlinked by refuges where you can get food, drinks and a bed or place to camp. Cerro Frey is considered by many as the best 1-2 days trekking in Bariloche. The main center for climbing is the spires and solid rock faces surrounding Refugio Frey, near Cerro Catedral. Not all of the refugios are open year-round, so it is important to check with the local climbing association Club Andino that offers detailed information and hiking registration. :: Circuito Chico: it's a beautiful circular route offering interesting sights, like beaches, lakes, forest, mountains. Some people do it by bicycle although it�s not a beginners bike ride. You can also do it by car or, in summer, combining public transport with walking. :: Cerro Campanario: Enjoy the scenic chairlift as it takes you to the summit. From there you can see one of the most beautiful and fascinating views of the region.:: Colonia Suiza: little pinturesque town that offers curanto on Sundays. Yummy!:: Cerro Catedral: Considered to be one of the best ski resorts in South America, it is fully equipped with 67 km of skiable terrain and runs of up to 4 km in length. It is also a cool place to visit outside of ski season.:: Cerro Tronador: Visit the black glacier (ventisquero negro), see the Cerro Tronador and a waterfall over an overhanging cliff named Saltillo de las Nalcas. To get there you can take a 2hr bus where you have to hike the last 7 km to the glacier, which is a beautiful experience as there is a hiking trail and the road shows amazing landscape. There are also tourist buses that take you right to the sights. :: Villa La Angostura: A beautiful, classy, yet rustic village, located some 80 km north of Bariloche on the northern shores of Nahuel Huapi Lake. From here you can access the famous Bosque de Arrayanes and the Seven Lakes Route.

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PERIK0’S Y0UTH H0STEL

Located only three blocks from the main street and only four from Nahuel Huapi lake and its beaches, Hostel Perikos has the perfect location to explore Bariloche�s outdoor activities as well as the happening night scene. In a traditional mountain refuge style house, the cozy hostel has all wood furniture and large, comfortable communal areas as well as private doubles and twin rooms (private or shared bath), two six bed dorms (private bath), and three quads (private and shared bath). As well as group dinners within the hostel and a kitchen for guest use, you can take advantage of special drinks promotion invitations outside the hostel and bilingual staff can recommend a range of activities including rafting, kayaking, horse riding, paragliding, ski and snowboarding, boat trips and road tripping Route 40. The hostel also offers 24 hour check in and a laundry service is available.

Morales 555 (0294) 4522326

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Periko´s Youth Hostel

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This lively hostel is just a short bus ride away from the city centre in a beautiful area. It�s on the way to tourist spots, such as Cerro Catedral, Colonia Suiza and Lago Gutierrez. The building is made of wood and has a deck with beautiful views of the Nahuel Huapi Lake. It offers dorms, twins, and double rooms. The staff prepares a bargain menu of the day meal and great asados*. Brian and Santi can provide

you with all the local info you need for your outdoor adventures and the hostel has kayaks for rent.

Tronador 4651 (off Av. Bustillo 4700)(0294) 4442267

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GREEN H0USE H0STEL

Free pick up from the bus station or 50% off from the airport with Get South!

How to get there: From the bus station, take the 20, 21, 10 or 22 buses to 4700 Bustillo Av (Costanera). Walk uphill 60 m and turn left.

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ACADEMIA BARIL0CHE - Spanish courses Mitre 17 / 2A+54 294 4429307

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Speaking Spanish is a dream for many people. Accomplish your dream and follow a course at Academia Bariloche, located in the city centre

perfecting your skills, this school with many years of experience and highly educated teachers is the place for you! The combination of staying with a local family, doing activities and area visits, workshops and volunteering opportunities will totally submerge you in the Spanish language and local culture. Meet other travellers while taking group classes or get taught individually to increase your knowledge more rapidly. There are lots of cool stuff to do and natural wonders to discover in one of the most beautiful areas of the country! Courses start every Monday all year round.

Academia language schools also operate in Buenos Aires and Montevideo (Uruguay).

Academia Bariloche - Spanish courses

CAMPING H0STEL L0S C0IHUES Lihuel Calel 156 (0294) 4467481

Villa los Coihues - Lago Gutiérrez [email protected] www.campingloscoihues.com.ar

Camping Hostel "Los Coihues" is located inside the Nahuel Huapi National Park at Villa Los Coihues, only 13 km from the city of Bariloche. The campsite is set by the Gutierrez river banks, where you can swim and practice kayaking in its crystal clear waters that come from the melted snow of the mountains. They also offer dorm style accommodation for those tired of setting up tents. This place is the base camp to get to Frey and Jakob mountain shelters, and there are lots of great trekking circuits around the area. Their staff is always available to

answer any questions and help you plan an amazing stay. Gutierrez Lake is 200 m away, as well as the bus stop to town. Bus number 50 comes and goes every 20 minutes.

Check out their website and Facebook page! Camping Hostel Los Coihues

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EXTREMO SUR - Rafting & KayakDon t́ leave Bariloche without a big shot of adrenaline

downtown Bariloche. Founded in 1991 it's one of the most professional and experienced rafting and kayak companies in all of Patagonia.

From September to April you should hop on a raft or get in a kayak or ducky

narrow canyons and admiring the lush vegetation and surrounding mountains.

amazing alternative. It's possible all year and ideal to observe the impressive rock formations, birds, guanacos and deer of the Patagonian steppe.

Get ready for an extreme amount of fun with Extremo Sur!

extremo sur rafting kayak

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Morales 765(0294) 4427301

[email protected] www.extremosur.com

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CORDILLERA BIKE - Bicycle Tours & RentalCycle the legendary Circuito Chico, it's so much more fun to do it by bicycle. Rent a MTB at Cordillera Bike where the bikes are renewed every year and well maintained. And their location, on

An option we really recommend is joining a tour. The guides, all with a permit from �Parque Nacionales�, can take you to the most gorgeous places in the Bariloche

cycling tour for your skills, physical condition, budget and expectations. There are trails & circuits for every level, from inexperienced people to hard core mountain bikers that need a serious challenge.

English and German is also spoken here. Open all year.

How to get there: Take bus 20, 10 or 22 from Bariloche. Get off at KM 18,6 at hostel Refugio Cordillera. (+/- 30 min. trip)

cordillera bike

Av. Bustillo Km 18,6(0294) 4524828

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Just 110 km from Bariloche, El Bolsón is a bohemian village with a unique atmosphere cherished by nature lovers and artisans. They locally produce delicious artisan beers (+30 breweries!) and grow berries. Don�t leave without trying the raspberry beer, it�s so yummy! The handicraft market in town is famous for its quality and is opened on Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun & public holidays. But El Bolsón is not just about pampering your taste buds, it�s also a real nature paradise! The Cerro Piltriquitrón (2284 m) dominates the town, apparently emitting healthy positive ions. A 15km drive from town will get you to the Piltri's �plataforma�. This is the starting point of a 40min walk to Bosque Tallado, a beautiful forest with wooden sculptures made from the remains of trees that were once burnt in a local forest fire. Or hike 2,5hr steep up to the top of the mountain, one of the most impressive peaks of Patagonia. Hikers are gonna love El Bolsón with its big quantity of trails and 14 refuges, perfect for day trips or multi-day treks! Crystal clear rivers, waterfalls, glaciers, mountain peaks, hidden lagoons and thousand year old trees are the rewards for tiring yourself out! And with a bit of luck you might even spot a huemul deer or a condor! The popular Lago Puelo National Park is located 18 km from El Bolsón and has beaches to swim, boat tours, high cliffs and impressive views. It�s very easy to reach by bus or (rental) bike, a gorgeous ride! A nice half day activity is the trail bordering the Río Azul in the Doña Rosa area with El Paraíso as the destination! Sounds great no? The Cerro Amigo viewpoint is a short little outing, close to town and very relaxed. Or maybe you�d like to go horseback riding, paragliding, rafting or kayaking. One thing is for sure: El Bolsón will keep you busy for several days.

EL BOLSON

La Casa Del Árbol Hostel Bolsón

LA CASA DEL ARB0L - H0STEL El B0LS0NPerito Moreno 3038


www.elbolsonhostel.com

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This small hostel is made for you to relax! With a real family feeling to it, you can make yourself at home in the lounge with its book library, the outdoor yard ideal for barbecues and its mini bar and ping pong table for hanging out.

There are three double rooms (shared or ensuite), and four dorms. In one of the dorms you have to bring your own sleeping bag, a more economic option.

The hostel is located just a 100 metres from the city centre in a quiet area full of trees. Group dinners and excursions help you to get to know your fellow travellers

staying here longer than originally planned!

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H0STEL ALT0S DEL SURSpacious and bright, this hostel is set in some of the best trekking terrain in the country. Surrounded by 2 hectares of native forest and streams, the fantastic mountain views of the Andes and the El Bolsón Valley make Altos Del Sur the perfect getaway. Be prepared to be treated like family by the owner's warm and genuine welcome. Shared and private rooms are spacious and cozy with ensuite bathrooms. The living room has cable TV with lots of DVDs if you feel like staying in. There is central heating, a fully equipped kitchen and they offer delicious homemade dinners. Don�t miss the regular pizza or choripan*

nights (vegetarian options available).

Tres Cipreses 1237 (0294) 4498730

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Altos Del Sur Hostel

Easy Access: From the city centre, it's a quick 10 minute cab or car ride along Subida Cerro Piltriquitron with signs along the way. In the low season they bring you back to the terminal if you stay more than 2 nights.

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EL B0LS0N

Located about 300 km south of Bariloche, Esquel is a breezy town in a fertile valley, with a mountain backdrop. It attracts tourists year round, as it is the base for visiting Los Alerces National Park, La Hoya ski resort and the starting point for the famous La Trochita train.:: Los Alerces National Park: This park is composed of 13 lakes and various river systems, including Lake Futalaufquen and the Arrayanes River- two of the country's best fishing spots. Others include, Lake Menéndez, home to a forest with 3,000-year-old, 60 m tall larch trees and Lago Verde with its green waters.:: La Hoya ski resort: Located about 13 km from Esquel. Its southern orientation allows for great snow conditions, making it an ideal spot for spring skiing. :: La Trochita: Is a historical steam engine train which dates back to 1922. It runs on narrow gauge tracks (75 cm wide) up to the "Nahuel Pan" train station, where a Mapuche community is settled. It currently serves as a tourist attraction. :: Trevelin: A small Welsh settlement 23 km from Esquel, where the customs, traditions and language are still maintained and are very much a part of every day life.

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PLANETA H0STEL & SUITES

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Avenida Alvear 1021 (02945) 456846

[email protected] www.planetahostel.com

Planeta Hostel

Planeta Hostel is the ideal place where you can meet other nomads, taking advantage of the LCD television screen and comfortable armchairs in the living room. Rustle up some Patagonian cuisine in the large fully equipped kitchen or BBQ area in the garden or head out to the nearby bars, restaurants and shops. Planeta Hostel has double rooms with private bathrooms, shared rooms, a garage and heating throughout!

H0STEL CASA DEL PUEBL0Right in Esquel town center, enjoy the spacious garden and lie out on the lawn, swing in the hammocks, or use the BBQ any time. The hostel has two common areas with TV, Wi-Fi, a book exchange and board

games, also a large kitchen is waiting for cooks to show off. There are several types of dorms and private rooms all with heating and lockers.

San Martín 661(02945) 450581hostelcasadelpueblo@hotmail.comwww.esquelcasadelpueblo.com.ar hostelcasadelpueblo

If you�re looking for dramatic natural beauty and an authentic local experience, then head to Las Grutas. It�s a quaint but growing resort town that is less touristy than the larger Puerto Madryn (263 km south). Its white sand beach is surrounded by picturesque cliffs and thanks to its microclimate, has the warmest water in Argentina! Some of the cliffs have eroded away creating natural caves that separate the beach from the town. In fact, Las Grutas means �the grottos� in Spanish.At low tide, don�t miss the unique carved-out stone pools near the �Cero� entry point to the beach. The water is refreshed each tidal cycle and quickly warmed in the sun. Southern Right Whales, Orcas, dolphins, sea lions, condors and penguins also make this their home at least part of the year (normally in winter). While you�re there, take advantage of their clear water and go on a snorkeling, scuba diving or kayak excursion off the coast. Another option is to take in the exquisite coastal landscape by horseback riding along the beach. From Las Grutas you can take many excursions, including whale watching at Península Valdés, going to the old iron mines, Fuerte Argentino, Islote Lobos penguin colony, or the biggest salt flats in Argentina, the Salinas del Gualicho.

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DESIGNI0 48 - H0STEL Tarruella 265 (02934) 497854

[email protected]@gmail.comwww.designio48.com.ar

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Designio 48 is a place to share experiences, make new friends and have fun. It�s located downtown, close to anything you may need to enjoy Las Grutas and just 5 blocks from the bus terminal and 5 blocks to the beach. Take your pick from 4 ensuite dorm rooms with 6 beds and lockers or the 3 double rooms with private bathrooms. The central hang out is prepped for a good time and stocked with recreational activities,

organized group meals, cooked in the shared kitchen or grilled on the patio. For breakfast you�ll be served homemade jams and breads. If you are going from September to December make your reservation before arrival. Bike rental available!

Closed May to August Designio Hostel

DESERT TRACKS - Tours & Hostel Viedma 1145(02934) 497843

[email protected]

For Desert Tracks bigger is better. Big trucks, big smiles and a BIG list of options! Full day and half day excursions (in all-terrain military trucks, 4x4�s, buses or vans) include: Fuerte Argentino, Salt Flats of Gualicho, kayaking, snorkeling & scuba diving, the Ports of SAO, a nature safari of condors, and sea life tours spotting whales, dolphins, orcas, sea lions and penguins, and excursions

to Bariloche tickets, vehicle rental with or without a driver, mountain bike rentals & accommodation reservations. Desert Tracks Hostel & B&B: it has private and shared rooms one block from the sea! In Spring and Fall they run 2-4 day full adventure overland tours in military trucks. Staff speak Italian, Portuguese, Spanish and English. Open October

1st - April 30th.

Nº Leg: 12627 deserttracks deserttracksarg

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Argentina PUERT0 MADRYN

Puerto Madryn is the gateway to the Península Valdés, a World Heritage Site at 90 km away. The Peninsula is the breeding place for southern right whales from June to December. It�s also home to sea lions, elephant seals, penguins, ñandúes*, maras*, guanacos* and thousands of sea birds. For whale watching, the most popular option and to get the closest look is by hopping on a boat trip departing from Puerto Pirámides. Sightings are also possible from Puerto Madryn�s beach or rent a bike to visit El Doradillo, 15 km from town, and watch whales playing at high tide. The city was declared "National Capital of Scuba Diving" thanks to its underwater beauty and it's one of the few places in the world where you can dive or snorkel with sea lions which is amazing! Worth visiting is the Ecocentro (specialising in sea ecosystems), Punta Cuevas (city's history) and Museo Oceanográfico (Patagonia info and animals). You should also visit Punta Loma Natural Reserve, located 19 km to the south with over 800 sea lions year round, best visible at low tide. 190 km south of Puerto Madryn, Punta Tombo is one of the most varied sea bird colonies in the world, with the largest number of Magellan penguins (from mid September to the beginning of April, with a peak of +/- 1 million in January). In Playa Unión, near Rawson, at 90 km south of Puerto Madryn, you can watch year round the smallest dolphin in the world called Tonina Overa on a boat trip.

PUERTO MADRYN

Their own in-house travel agency has tours especially designed for backpackers making this hostel your guide. The bilingual staff certainly knows the area and loves the job, so just ask and you�ll feel the love too.

Marcos A. Zar 480 (0280) 4454163

[email protected] www.elgualicho.com.ar

El Gualicho Hostel

EL GUALICH0 H0stel & T0urs

Want to have a close encounter with nature? Then meet the gurus that will make it happen. Ideally situated, El Gualicho Hostel provides a great atmosphere for experiencing what Patagonia has to offer. They have plenty of private rooms with ensuite bathrooms and dorms with shared and private bathrooms, a beautiful tree lined park, bar, laundry service and top quality facilities.

Loika Expediciones Nº Leg. 12047

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At 7 blocks from the bus terminal and 6 from the beach, Get South discovered a brand-new hostel. It recently started up meaning brand new beds and matresses, and comfy bathrooms. The owners are proud, passionate Patagonians who are also tour guides. Personal attention are key words here with free info chats and sessions

to join a group dinner. Female and mixed dorms with lockers, and a large range of private rooms, all have ensuite bathrooms and include breakfast. A user-friendly kitchen is waiting for you, and nice chill out spots like the TV-relax room and terrace. Tours can be booked and bicycle rental and

laundry service is available. Open all year. English is spoken. Go and check out this new born baby!

Alvear 621 (0280) 4452010

[email protected] www.hosteltrapalanda.com.ar

Trapalanda hostel 2013

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L0B0 LARSEN BUCE0 - Sn0rkeling & Diving with Sea Li0nsJuvenile sea lions are just like little puppy dogs, curious and playful. From the moment you hit the water, they're there to investigate their potential new play buddies. The super friendly, fun & professional crew members of Lobo Larsen know all the secrets how to interact with these creatures - they are the absolute specialist in town. So get ready to have the most intimate interaction ever with a wild marine mammal! It'll be

graciously swimming around you! A 100% top experience! Year round: snorkel trips, introductory dives, wreck & night

English, French & Italian spoken! on the beach & in downtown. For the record: the sea lions are free, not fed by humans, and present all year round!

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Av. Roca 885. Loc. 2 (0280) 4470277

[email protected] www.lobolarsen.com

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CENTAUR0 RENT A CAR Av. Roca 733(0280) 4475747 / 154340400

[email protected] www.centaurorentacar.com.ar

There is no better way to discover the beauty of this land than by taking the less travelled road. With Centauro Rent a Car you�ll have all the time and comfort to marvel at nature in Puerto Madryn. A wallet friendly option, ideal to share with friends, Centauro

advice to drive around the area. Centrally located, they are open year round and even offer free pick-up & drop-off from the El Tehuelche airport and the bus station (both in Puerto Madryn). Ask about getting/returning cars from different locations in the country. English and Italian spoken.

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ESTACI0N MARITIMA

Did you know?Toninas Overa are known as the

smallest dolphins in the world that can only be seen in Patagonia. They do not weigh more than 50 kg and

are not larger than 1.5 m (5 ft).

Estacion Maritima is on Playa Union (about 90 km from

Puerto Madryn) where you get on board at Puerto de Rawson, next

to the Argentine Coast Guard.

This company is dedicated exclusively to the viewing of Toninas Overa dolphins, as well as other local marine life, such as different types of birds, and has a deep commitment to the environment.

navigating the area without disrupting oceanic creatures, and the trips can be performed year round.

Playa Unión - Puerto Rawson (0280) 4498508 / 154591514

[email protected] www.estacionmaritima.com.ar

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One of the best spots in the world for whale watching, Puerto Pirámides is set 107km east of Puerto Madryn in the Península Valdés. Although most people come for the whales, there are a range of things to do in this beachside tourist hub: kayaking, trekking, diving, mountain biking, deep sea fishing, horse riding or just enjoying the beaches and seafood! Puerto Pirámides has been an important tourist destination for some years and is well supplied by shops, restaurants, bars and accommodation. The town is set next to the wild beaches beside tall cliffs, craggy caves and unusual rock formations. The local beach is where you will launch off for whale spotting. Although the whales often come within metres of the coast, you can take boat trips out to sea to be closer to the beautiful giants with unforgettable sightings. For those who want to get in the water, this is also a popular spot for diving, kayaking and snorkling in the clear waters to see the varied marine life. It really isn�t just whales here � the water is teeming with wildlife: penguins, sea lions, elephant seals, dolphins and plenty of fish. And with the temperate micro-climate of Península Valdés, you can enjoy Puerto Pirámides year round (whale season is only June to December). How to get there: There is a direct daily bus service from Puerto Madryn's bus station with bus company Mar y Valle.

PUERTO PIRAMIDES - PENINSULA VALDES

1st Bajada del Mar n/n(0280) 4495065

[email protected] www.hydrosport.com.ar

Mariano Van Gelderen, known as the �King of Whales� founded Hydro Sport,

fascinating and breathtaking activity: whale and dolphin watching in Puerto

Mariano and fellow associate Rafa Benegas have been working with these animals for over 30 years, and invite you to experience the wonders of the

They also collaborate with many international organizations such as the Whale Conservation Institute.

HYDR0SP0RT SRL

Please take warm clothes, proper shoes and sun protection.

Whale watching from June to December and dolphin

watching and boat trips from January to March.

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Av. De las Ballenas s/n (0223) 155818291(0280) 154607684

[email protected]@hotmail.com

PININ0 BUCE0 & BUCE0 AVENTURAThese two diving companies work together as a team. The crew are the owners, expert divers, who take care of your safety and well-being. The equipment is state of the art with frequently renewed diving gear, 2 modern boats and a big pick-up truck to transport gear and divers. A scuba diving rookie? Opt for an introductory dive or a full course to discover the underwater world or go snorkelling with

divers, there are lots of really nice dive sites to explore, or follow a course

conveniently located at the beginning of the 2nd street going down to the beach in Puerto Pirámides. Have a blast deep down below! Operating all year round.

Pinino Buceo Operadora Buceo Aventura

ESTANCIA SAN L0RENZ0 - Penguin COLONY

Estancia San Lorenzo has an astonishing Magellan penguin colony (over 250.000

gem, not marked on the maps, with only 30 people allowed at one time. The amazing guided walk goes straight through penguin paradise. Thousands of penguins screaming & waddling literally at just a few meters away. Experiencing such a close encounter with penguins, like here at San Lorenzo, is so special and unique! After the tour you should try the Patagonian lamb, a tasty empanada or salad at the Estancia's restaurant. Open from mid September to mid April.

To get to the Estancia, Argentina Visión (on Av. Roca 536 in Puerto

car to explore the Peninsula at your own pace. Estancia San Lorenzo is located on road 3 going up north, 17 km before reaching Punta Norte, you�ll see the sign!

Nº Leg: 8725

Península Valdés(0280) 4455888

www.pinguinospuntanorte.com.arwww.argentinavision.com

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Located 220 km northwest of El Calafate, El Chaltén is considered to be the trekking capital of Argentina. This charming village is surrounded by lakes, lagoons, mountains and glaciers allowing for a wide spectrum of outdoor activities. Unguided hikes are common as the trails are free, well marked and easily accessible. There is no cell phone reception and there is just one ATM in town.The two most predominant peaks are Fitz Roy (3,405 m) and Cerro* Torre (3,128 m). They represent a challenge for both recreational trekkers and for expert mountain climbers. An excellent glacier trek is also available on Cerro Torre.For those needing a break from the challenging hikes, another great way to experience the surrounding beauty is by horseback. Otherwise, you can take a boat excursion to the shores of Viedma glacier, where a short hiking path allows you to get up-close and personal with the glacier. About 40 km north of El Chaltén you will encounter Laguna* del Desierto, a tranquil lake surrounded by forests, various trekking trails and a hanging glacier.Chile crossing: ask about the 130 km trip to Villa O'Higgins at the end of the Carretera Austral in Chile via boat and bus, bicycle, horseback or on foot.

EL CHALTEN

H0STEL PI0NER0S DEL VALLE

This hostel is sparkling clean and offers good comfort while you are staying in

With very comfy dorm rooms and private rooms available, you can take your pick of your sleeping arrangements but rest assured that during your waking hours you can enjoy mountain views, chill out in the brand new play room, relax in the large patios with BBQ areas for the guests, or cook something inside in their fully equipped guest kitchen.

It's central location also keeps you near to all the starting points for hikes in the area and you can use their luggage storage if you need somewhere for your bag to rest while you explore. The young staff speaks English and are always at hand to help.

Av. San Martín 451(02902) 492217

[email protected] www.caltur.com.ar

Nº Leg.: 9265 Hostel Pioneros del Valle

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H0STEL L0 DE TRIVIThe nice façade of the main building immediately draws your attention. This hostel is conveniently located near to the start of the main hikes and has a big quincho where you can sit and relax, grill your meat, and enjoy the amazing view of the valley you have here.

To hit the sack you can choose from a wide variety of dorms (with lockers) and private rooms with or without a private bathroom. The kitchen is very handy to make breakfast and dinner and to prepare that lunchbox you need to go hiking. The dining area is cozy to guzzle up your gastronomic

The friendly crew will point you out where to start the different hikes and can book all the trips and services in the park.

Av. San Martín 480 (02962) 493255

[email protected]

Lo de Trivi

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F0NDA PATAG0NICA AH0NIKENK - Restaurant

and dinner, the trustworthy proof that this

fair price. Argentinian traditional dishes and stews (Get South is a major fan of the lentils or lentejas), a range of pastas and pizza (also for take away), milanesas, salads, etc. are served in this snug little restaurant, nicely decorated with retro publicity, old newspapers and funny objects. Located in the main street coming from the bus terminal. Open September to June.

For the price of a dorm bed you'll spend the night in a funky train wagon converted into comfy cabañas for 2 or 3 guests with a kitchen and shower.

town's center (Lago del Desierto 410) and towels included. Open August to June.

C0MPLEJ0 C0M0 VACA - Cabins

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Av. Guemes 23 (02962) 493070

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PATAG0NIA HIKESThe staff of Patagonia Hikes are trekking and

real big asset to discover the famous icons Fitz Roy & Cerro Torre or the very remote and almost non-visited corners of the Los Glaciares NP with their bilingual guides that can bring you to the most unique places. They have different programs for everybody, for inexperienced hikers and climbers to professionals, at various different sites.

- A wide range of day & multi day hikes - - Glacier hiking - Ice climbing

- Rock climbing

Their bus terminal. Here you can also get all the equipment (rental & new) needed for all your treks and climbs!

Av. Lago del desierto 250 (02962) 493359

[email protected] www.patagoniahikes.com

Patagonia Hikes

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Located on the shores of Lago Argentino, El Calafate is best known as the starting point from which to visit The Glaciers National Park, a World Heritage Site home to 13 glaciers. The famous 5km wide Perito Moreno is one of only two advancing glaciers in South America. There are many ways to get to the park; you can rent a car, take a bus or join a tour. From there you can go on a relaxing boat trip amongst huge icebergs to marvel at the giant ice blocks detaching and plunging into Lago Argentino. Another boat tour takes you towards the 50km long Upsala glacier. Onelli and Agassiz glaciers can be admired after a 1.5km walk from Onelli Bay. Besides the glaciers, a few adventure activities worth mentioning are horseback riding, trekking, 4x4 expeditions, estancia* visits, fly fishing and mountain biking.The new glacier museum is the best way to learn how glaciers form and also a chance to drink your whisky on glacier rocks in their ice bar. El Calafate's main strip is great for strolling around, with lots of souvenir shops, cafes and restaurants. Nearby is Bahía Redonda, where you can see upland geese, black necked swans and flamingos.

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Pto. San Julián 244(02902) 493711

[email protected] www.posadanakelyenu.com.ar

NAKEL YENU H0STELIf you are looking for a warm, friendly environment where to feel at home, Nakel Yenu Hostel is waiting for you. This is a modern hostel with real character and lovely views of Lago Argentino. There are loads of comfy rooms, ranging from 7 ensuite doubles/triples, 2 private rooms and dorms for 4 or 6 people with shared bathrooms. Common areas have two different vibes, one is the large kitchen and barbecue patio (with regular asados*) which is separate from the rooms so you can cook away and stay up late without disturbing your neighbours. The other is a chilled out lobby where you can relax, read in peace and take time out. Not sure about what to do in El Calafate? � then get all your travel information from their clued-up bilingual staff about where to go, how to get there and what to see and do. Closed June to August.

Nakel Yenu Casa Tehuelche

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CAMPING EL 0VEJER0 & H0STAL Jose Pantin 64 (02902) 493422

[email protected] www.campingelovejero.com.ar

Just blocks from El Calafate's commercial centre and the bus station, Camping El Ovejero & Hostal offers camping facilities with heated bathrooms and hot water 24/7. There is also a recently renovated small hostel onsite with rooms for 2 to 6 people, where guests have their own bathroom, a shared kitchen, cable TV and Internet. The dorm rate includes linens, breakfast and lockers. They also run a private estancia tour which includes lunch and horseriding.

The site also features the great value La Marca Restaurant Asador Parrilla, a gaucho-style eatery where you can try all-you-can-eat typical Argentinean meat and salads, order a la carte or buy prepared lunch boxes. Don't miss out on the Friday night tango show and Saturday night folklore show!

LA MARCA RESTAURANT ASAD0R PARRILLA

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PARRILLA LA TABLITA Coronel Rosales 28 (02902) 491065

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To be royally wined and dined visit Parrilla La Tablita, located just a couple of blocks from downtown El Calafate. After half a century in business (since 1968) they have perfected the art

The owners personally attend to the restaurant details and the staff is

illuminate meticulously placed table settings and traditional interiors. Don�t miss their famous grilled Patagonian lamb coupled with an Argentinean malbec from their extensive wine list.

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BAFT - Travel Agency 9 de Julio 57 Local 1(02902) 490222

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baftravel

Baft Travel is a real backpackers travel agency with a friendly & funky English speaking crew and a special vibe. They organize and sell amazing trips but also have the expertise to

Tours, activities & reservations: glacier trekking, boat trips, horse riding, kayaking, Patagonian estancias, 4x4 tours, bus tickets, hostel bookings �

A really chilled out activity is renting a comfy bicycle to explore El Calafate

your chance to experience the real Patagonian country life and horseback riding at their estancia Santa Patagonia, a hidden pearl with tremendous scenery (day trips & overnight stays).

N° Leg.: 14.449

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LA LECHUZA RESTAURANT Av. Del Libertador 932(02902) 491610

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La Lechuza

La Lechuza Restaurant offers a large variety of delicious food including roast meat, fresh

pizzas and empanadas! A great selection of wines are also available. This large, rustic restaurant with an outdoor terrace is located right on the main street and the friendly staff will make sure you get the best out of your dining experience.

La Lechuza Pizzas has over 40 varieties of pizza and 12 different empanadas you can feast to your heart's delight and enjoy an authentic Argentine pizzeria in the centre of town (Av. Del Libertador 1301). Specializing in the horno de barro (mud oven), the pizza and empanada dough is cooked to perfection. Fancy staying in? You can also get delivery from 12am to 12pm so you can enjoy all the pizza goodness from the comfort of your bed, sofa or maybe even an impromptu picnic.

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CAMBALACHE - Argentine f00d & drinks

If you want to try some real Argentinean food at real Argentinean prices, try Cambalache. A popular and lively joint serving homemade specialities to locals and travellers alike: try their famous steak, lamb stew, choripan*, soup, milanesa, great pizzas, empanadas and proper chips (fries). Perfect fuel after a long day in the great outdoors. Honest prices make it a bargain, and look out for their menu of the day.

Find this local gem two blocks away from the main avenue, in a typical Patagonian building with a deck and beer patio. Come for the hearty food and stay for the warm hospitality!

Free delivery & no service charge!

Cambalache El Calafate Resto Bar

Gobernador Moyano 1258(02902) 492603

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Chopen is the only artisan brewery in El Calafate. Enjoy sampling their delightful beers, perfect to combine with some nice tapas &

in just to try the beer if you�re not hungry. Chopen is located in the main street, at about 4 blocks from the main shopping area. Cheers!

TRIBUS DEL SUR - Artisan Sh0p

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CH0PEN - Restaurant & Artisan Brewery

Av. del Libertador 1630 (02902) 496096

Av. del Libertador 1440 Local 3 (02902) 496706

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Tribus del Sur offers unique souvenirs and art pieces, handmade and from other regional artisans. The owners, Jorge and Mariana, make handicrafts themselves, inspired by Patagonia and its ancestors & nature. Check out their store & workshop which is located next to the Banco Nación on the main avenue and

watch them create their objects with passion and love!

CALTUR Av. Libertador 1080 (02902) 491368

[email protected] www.caltur.com.ar

Nº Leg.: 9265

tours to local attractions 20 years ago. They work with an experienced team and all their vehicles are new and in excellent condition.Based on the main street in El Calafate and at the bus station, they have a daily bus service to Perito Moreno Glacier, El Chaltén and Lago Roca Campsite.

Other excursions include:- City Tour El Calafate / All Glaciers tour - Trekking over Perito Moreno Glacier- Overnight stays at authentic ranches

- Off road 4x4 trips to the balconies of El Calafate and Cerro Frias

Service on Route 40!! CALTUR offers a regular bus service from October to March to PERITO MORENO town (starting point to visit the famous Cuevas de las Manos) and to LOS ANTIGUOS, located on the banks of the Buenos Aires lake (from here you can cross to Chile Chico (Chile) to begin to cover the Carretera Austral).

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Nº Leg.: 12843

Want to explore the beauty and deepest secrets of one of the most awe-inspiring natural wonders of Argentina? Hielo y Aventura caters to all travellers wanting to visit The Glaciers National Park. Whether you want to climb over the creaking glaciers to delve into the centre of this extraordinary ice palace, or if you prefer to watch the ice tumble from the comfort of a boat � Hielo y Aventura can take you there!

Experience one of the following awesome excursions with them:

Mini-trekking: glacier trekking with crampons for an hour and a half, accompanied by expert mountain guides. After a twenty minute boat ride to the glacier, endeavour on a two hour trek on the ice looking at the wonderful formations of the glacier - streams, small lagoons, crevasses and

the forest.

Big Ice: A 7 hour trek to the centre of the glacier where you can enjoy a BYO (bring your own) picnic on the ice, accompanied by experienced mountain guides. Start the morning with a sail across Lago Rico, then start off on a walk along the lateral moraine and a one hour trek to the glacier centre where you can see moulins, crevasses and caves. Spend three hours trekking the glacier (breaking for lunch) and then head back to the boat awaiting on the edge of the glacier.

Nautical Safari: Sail for an hour just 200 meters away from the southern wall of Perito Moreno Glacier and marvel at the incredible break offs and stunning setting. Get a unique perspective of the glacier on one of these excursions that depart regularly between 10am and 4pm.

HIEL0 Y AVENTURA S.A.Concesionario P.N. Los Glaciares

Av. Libertador 935 (02902) 492205

[email protected] www.hieloyaventura.com

Hielo y Aventura Argentina

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Argentina USHUAIA

Ushuaia is known as the southernmost city in the world. Tierra del Fuego National Park is one of the main attractions, offering beautiful views of the Beagle Channel and its surrounding mountainous islands. You can explore it hiking, camping, fishing, bird and beaver watching, canoeing and mountain biking. A popular excursion is a boat tour on the Beagle Channel to watch sea lions, Magellan penguins, cormorants and other interesting sea birds. To learn about the local history, visit the End of the World Museum or the Maritime Museum & Ushuaia's Old Prison.Take the chair lift or walk up Martial Glacier to be rewarded by spectacular views of the southernmost tip of the earth. Throughout the warmer months (Nov. to Mar.) you can take an Antarctic cruise to explore this fascinating and mysterious destination. Take advantage of the last minute discounted tickets offered by the travel agencies in town.In the winter this city also offers many activities, including skiing, snowmobiling, dog sledding, ice skating, snowshoeing, snowboarding and ice climbing.

USHUAIA

Closed 1 May � 15 June

ANTARCTICA H0STEL Antártida Argentina 270(02901) 435774

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When you get to the End of the World, you might want to put your feet up! As you walk into Antarctica Hostel, put down your bags and sit back and relax on the comfy sofas in the large

common area, share a local beer from the 24 hour bar with other travellers, have an asado* in the garden or be inspired by the

view of the mountains as you cook in the fully equipped kitchen! This cozy hostel has small dorms (max. 6 people)

and private doubles where you are guaranteed to get a good sleep. Ideally located 2 blocks from Av. San

Martin and 1 block from a supermarket, it is a hostel designed to help you unwind.

Free laundry service for those smelly socks at the

bottom of your bag! ANTARCTICA HOSTEL - USHUAIA

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CATAMARANES CAN0ER0Sail along the Beagle channeling your inner Magellan, or become an explorer of the numerous islands at the end of the world. There are no boundaries with Catamaranes Canoero.

Wwonderful job they do. They are equipped with modern luxury catamarans - called "LM" & "Francesco" -, latest gear and their knowledgeable bilingual staff.

All in all, they keep true to their promise: providing awonderful life experience.

REGULAR EXCURSIONS:

� Sea Lion Island: a 2.5 hr or 3 hr tour visiting the Bird & Sea Lion Islands, and Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, with the option of a walk on Bridges Island.

� Penguins Island: a 5 hr tour to see the Bird & Sea Lion Islands, Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse and Isla Martillo with its Magellan penguins.

� Estancia Harberton: a 9 hr tour where you visit the Bird & Sea Lion Islands, Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, Isla Martillo with its Magellan penguins.After, they take you on a historical tour around Estancia* Harberton, later returning by land to visit Paso Garibaldi.

Ushuaia Tourist Harbour, Plaza Civica

(2901) 433893 / 15513291 [email protected]

www.catamaranescanoero.com.ar

LM Tour EVT Leg. Nº 12771 Disp. 0395

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Catamaranes Canoero -Excursiones Ushuaia Hotel Los Yamanas � Ushuaia

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Chile is located in the southeast corner of South America, squeezed between

the Andes and the Pacific Ocean. The country is only 240 km across at

its widest point, but being more than 4,200 km long, it has an impressive

range of geography and climate.

In the extreme north you will find the most arid desert in the world,

whereas towards the centre the environment changes completely

into fertile lands, beautiful beaches and stunning mountains with

excellent skiing.

The south is the area of lakes, forests and volcanoes, leading to

the ancient glaciers of Patagonia and Antarctica.

Chile also has plenty of attractions off-shore, like Easter Island and

its surrounding treasures, Robinson Crusoe with its unique fauna and

vegetation, and Chiloé, an island full of mystery and special folklore.

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** Useful Information about Chile **

How to make phone calls in Chile

58 + 2 553344

58 + 2 553344

9 + 871 02397 9 + cell. number (9 digits) (**)

9 + 871 02397

number: + 56 - 58 - 2553344 + 56 - 9 - 871 02397Country code + 9 + cell. number:Country code + area code + tel.

9 + cell. number (9 digits) (**)

There are many carrier codes (188, 123, 181, etc). Just ask which one to use. (**) If you are calling from a Chilean cell phone you don�t need to dial �9�.

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* When entering the country, make sure you are not carrying any fruit or vegetables, grain or animal products, as Chile has very strict border controls

General Tips

area code + tel. number (9 digits)

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Arica is the northernmost city in Chile, just 19 km south of the Peruvian border. It�s called �the city of the never ending spring� because it rarely ever rains and therefore it�s possible to go surfing, paragliding, fishing, horseback riding and scuba diving here all year round. A must see spot is Morro de Arica, a headland offering great views of the ocean and the city, which also has a historical war museum on top. If you want to learn some more interesting history, check out San Marcos Church and the Old Customs House, both built by the same company who constructed the Eiffel Tower. Pelicans, cormorants and a few lazy sea lions are always present at the fishing port (2 blocks from the main plaza) so go and have a very close look! For beaches, the most popular is Chinchorro beach, where there�s good surf and safe swimming. A little further south you�ll find the beaches La Lisera (2.5 km) and El Laucho (2 km), as well as the Península del Alacrán (Scorpion Peninsula) where the biggest surfing competition in Arica is held. Make sure you see the Museum San Miguel de Azapa (12km from Arica) that houses some of the world�s oldest mummies, the cemetery nearby built on sand dunes, as well as the geoglyphs in the Azapa and Lluta valleys. From Arica you can take a tour to visit Lauca National Park, where Chungara Lake is the main attraction with all kinds of unique fauna.

ARICA

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Vicente Dagnino 117, Población Chinchorro+56 582247702 - Cell: (9) 79148547

[email protected] www.arica-unite-hostel.com

ARICA UNITE H0STELA lot of people plan to be in Arica for just one night, but when they

Hostel they end up staying for 3, 4 or 5 nights! As comfortable as your own home, this friendly hostel is the perfect place to sleep in late and relax. All the rooms have different decor themes. Downstairs there are 2 four bed dorms and

private bathroom. Located in a quiet neighbourhood, the colourful market is just behind you and the Chinchorro beach is right in front, and you�re 5 mins from the bus station, 15 from the centre and 10 from the clubs. Make good use of the terrace with sea view, hammock on the patio, large living area and

communal kitchen, and the staff are always there to help you book lake tours, surf or paragliding lessons.

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ARICA

Tomas Aravena 161, Población Chinchorro+56 582241038

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H0STAL SUNNY DAYSThis hostel is located near to the bus terminal and the principal beach in Arica, close to a large fruit & veg market, stores, cheap restaurants & various nightclubs. It�s run by a Chilean

There�s a good variety of rooms to choose from: ensuite privates, dorms with single beds

(no bunk beds) and private rooms with shared bath.

The kitchen is kept very clean and tidy and there is laundry service if you need it.

You�ll never get bored with your choice of beach tennis raquets, boogie boards and

bikes - all available for use!

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Heading up or down the coast of Chile, Iquique is a logical stopping point � and you won�t be disappointed! It�s a gorgeous city where the sun shines practically all year round, making it excellent for paragliding (one of the best places in the world), surfing, scuba diving or sandboarding. Walking around town, the main street, Baquedano, is an attractive pedestrian boulevard with architecture that takes you back in time. The cathedral and the Plaza* Arturo Prat are both beautiful and worth taking a look at. Outside Iquique, don�t miss the geoglyphs Atacama Giant, the world�s largest rock art, and the remarkable Cerros Pintados (painted hills) which demonstrate the ancient Tiwanaku culture. Enjoy the natural hot springs at the Pica Oasis, explore the Tamarugos Woods or marvel at the salt flats and the geysers of Puchuldiza. If you�re after a change from all the outdoor activities, soak up some history in the nitrate mine ruins, Humberstone and Santa Laura, located outside of the city. It was this industry that gave life to the Iquique region but since the closure of the mines, they have become complete ghost towns and named World Heritage Sites. If you�re there in July, go to the �Fiesta de LaTirana,� one of the most important religious festivals of the country .

IQUIQUE

Amunategui 2075+56 572320223

[email protected] www.hosteliquique.cl

BACKPACKER’S H0STEL IQUIQUE

Backpacker�s Hostel Iquique is

The hostel is actually two houses joined together and is nicely decorated with all kinds of funky objects. Located a stone�s throw from Cavancha, the best local beach, and only a ten minute walk from down-town. It has single, double, triple and shared rooms with lockers. A fully equipped kitchen is supplied, and they also grill three yummy BBQs a week at discount prices! The hostel has balconies with great ocean views so you can check out the waves before hitting the surf. Otherwise, there is ping pong, foosball and a pool table if you want to stay inside. The friendly staff can help you arrange surf lessons, sandboarding, bike rental, or any local tours.

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This little town is full of archaeological interests in the middle of the Atacama Desert. You should probably have the Atacama Salt Flats on your to-do list, but there�s also an amazing array of other natural wonders nearby. You�ll find most of them in the Los Flamencos National Reserve, which houses a variety of landscapes and incredible flora and fauna. Try moonwalking at the Valley of the Moon, one of the driest places on the planet. You can also see the Death Valley and the Cordillera* de la Sal, a highly recommended excursion. Head to Cejar Lagoon, where the high concentration of salt will let you float without efforts, just like in the Dead Sea! You can also visit the high altitude Altiplanic Lagoons (Miscanti and Miñiques). If you are keen to get a better view of the landscape, this part of the Andes has the highest peaks in the country, with a long list of mountains or volcanoes to climb. The El Tatio geysers will shock you with huge spurts of boiling water, but if you feel more like relaxing, check out the Puritama Hot Springs. Make sure you go and visit some of the pre-Hispanic villages like Toconao, Caspana and Chi-Chiu. Other interesting historical sites include the Tulor Ruins, Pucará de Quitor, the church at the main plaza and the Padre Le Paige Archaeological Museum.

SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA

AJI VERDE H0STELAjí Verde is a real hostel, a place where you�re gonna hang out with lots of travellers and the nice bilingual crew. It�s situated close to the center and bus terminal and the hostel�s garden is lovely with a BBQ area, ping pong table, trees to provide you some shade during the hot days and a delightful & refreshing swimming pool. You won�t feel lonely in one of the 5 dorms

(4-8-10 bed dorms with lockers) and if you want privacy you can crash in one of the 2 ensuite matrimonial rooms (private rooms with

towels) or in a ready-pitched & furnished tent in the yard, a very original and fun option! Laundry service is available, breakfast is included, and the kitchen is awaiting you to make your signature dish. To explore San Pedro�s beautiful surroundings almost every possible tour can be booked at the hostel!

Sit back and enjoy at Ají Verde!

Ckilapana 69 A - Ayllu de SolcorCell: +56 9 77765742

[email protected] www.ajiverdehostel.cl

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Pasaje Portal del Inca 486 Población Condeduque


Backpackers San Pedro

H0STAL BACKPACKERS SAN PEDR0This colourful hostel, at a 5 min. walk from the center, has room for 50 guests, including you! Their in-house tour agency offers all the classic regular tours, and private tours in a 4x4, at good prices or in a package deal. Feel welcome to hang out on the outdoor patio with hammocks, sunbeds, play ping pong and board games, refresh in the pool in summer, or enjoy a BBQ

midnight) followed by a peaceful night�s sleep in the 4 or 6 bed dorms, or single and double rooms (all with new comfy beds & shared bathrooms).

hostel�s wristband to get many discounts in town! Email them saying you have Get South and they�ll send you a detailed map & instructions making it

15% off showing Get South on arrival!

San PedrO de AtaCama

Calama 257Cell: +56 9 75712844

[email protected] www.hostalrural.cl

H0STAL RURAL Right in the centre of town (only 30meters from the main street), Hostal Rural

dorms with lockers and shared bathrooms to get a comfy night�s kip and rest, taking shelter in the oasis before heading back out to the world�s driest desert! Gaze at the uncountable stars with a night time BBQ on their patio, chill out in the hammocks with a good book, set up a ping pong tournament, challenge your friends at a few old-fashioned board games, take a browse

at the original art and get a calming sense of wellbeing, or get creative in the kitchen � there is plenty of space to relax and unwind in this artistically refurbished, rustic home. Make sure to speak to the friendly staff to get top tips from locals and book a wide range of activities in the region.

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Don�t miss their full moon Sandboard Party with DJ in

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Tocopilla 429-B +56 552560233 � Cell: (9) 90893109

[email protected] www.turismolayana.cl

TURISM0 LAYANA

The otherworldly Tatio Geysers, the unique Valle de la Luna, the stunning

Valley, Puritama�s natural thermal pools, Guatín trekking and many more trips are offered by Turismo Layana.

The experienced team of bilingual guides will make sure you get to see all the highlights with none of the hard work organising how to get there. If you want to get active in the Atacama desert, you can rent a bike or go horseriding with Layana too. And for those looking for a bit of exclusivity ask about their private tours.

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La Serena is the 2nd oldest city of Chile. It has its own architectural style, and these old colonial style buildings have been carefully conserved as National Monuments. Visit the Archaeology Museum, which has a collection of objects from pre-Hispanic cultures, and St. Agustin�s Church with its impressive eclectic style. Avenida del Mar has the majority of restaurants, pubs and clubs, and La Recova Market is the best in La Serena for typical food and crafts. La Serena also has an excellent sky for star-gazing, so head to one of the many observatories outside of town, the most popular is Mamalluca in Vicuña village. Make sure you visit Isla Damas for the wildlife - you can see Humboldt penguins, sea lions, pelicans, dolphins, as well as go kayaking, sailing, fishing, scuba diving or picnic in the park!Just 12km south of the city you�ll come to Coquimbo, the most important port of the area. You can take a boat trip around the bay, go up the giant cross Cruz del Tercer Milenio for an excellent view or grab a beer in the Barrio* Ingles, the lively bohemian section of town.This region has some excellent beaches for swimming and water sports, which makes La Serena the summer hot spot for tourists. It can get very crowded in season, so make sure you reserve your accommodation in advance.

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Vicuña 415+56 512489016

[email protected] www.ajiverdehostel.cl

AJI VERDE H0STELIn the heart of the historical centre of La Serena, near great restaurants, bars, supermarkets and banks, this ecohostel is ideally located for exploring the city. However Ají Verde hostel is fully equipped to keep you entertained inside too... fuseball tournaments, darts championships, wine tasting, friendly tourist tips, BBQs, pizza parties, movie nights, a library, games, a terrace with a panoramic view (with binoculars!) and pisco evenings are sure to help you pass some time and make new friends with other backpackers as well as with the bilingual staff! Stay in one of their dorm rooms, or their private doubles, twins or quads, and make good use of the communal kitchen, laundry service, lockers, heating and 24 hour reception in case you need help at any time of the day or night.

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Aji Verde Hostel

Valparaíso, a 1.5 hour drive from Santiago, is a charming town of historical architecture built on 45 steep hills that look out onto the Pacific Ocean. Cerro* Concepción and Alegre are the lively, bohemian parts of town, which probably gave Valparaíso its reputation as a place of poets, painters and dreamers. The city has a great nightlife and is full of multicoloured private residences that seem to be stacked atop each other on the hillside. The best way to get around Valparaíso is on foot and using one of the 14 ancient �elevators�, remarkable feats of engineering that creak their way up the impossibly steep hillsides. These elevators and the historical sector of town have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Interesting attractions include the Museo La Sebastiana, the old home of the famous Chilean poet, Pablo Neruda, as well as the Centro Cultural Ex-Carcel, the open-air museum, the natural history museum and the Museo de Bellas Artes. Head to Mirador Diego Portales for a great lookout, catch a boat ride on the inner harbour or follow the wine route to the Casablanca Valley. To get back to nature, the Parque Nacional La Campana has beautiful hiking trails. Just 5 km from Valparaíso is Viña del Mar, one of the more chic cities in Chile with modern architecture and trendy beaches.

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THE YELL0W H0USE B&BThe Yellow House B&B is located in the historic sector of Valparaíso, on the Cerro Artillería, one of the city�s most picturesque hills. It�s situated in a quiet primarily pedestrian road, just a short walk away from the Artillería Elevator, the Paseo 21 de Mayo, and other major points of interest. This B&B has breathtaking panoramic views of the city, the sea & port and the surrounding hills, has nice rooms, a cosy feel and a wonderful atmosphere created by your helpful hosts. Make your choice from matrimonial rooms with or without private bathroom, a double room with shared bath or a bigger ensuite family room, all with towels included. A delicious breakfast is served and the kitchen can be used

for a small extra charge. Activities like city walks, wine tours, trekking� and bicycle rental can easily be booked with your hosts!

Capitán Muñoz Gamero 91 Cerro Artillería


Theyellowhouse Bedandbreakfast

Free welcome drink with cookies or cake showing Get South!

Pasaje Gálvez 11, Cerro Concepción+56 322755963

[email protected] www.casaventura.cl

H0STAL CASA AVENTURAHostal Casa Aventura is a perfect place to spend a few days relaxing in Valparaíso. The hostel is located in Cerro Concepción, the historical part of the city, and close to numerous restaurants, bars and cafes. There are 8 rooms with high ceilings, including 3 small dorms, 4 double/twin rooms and 1 single room, all with shared bath. The common space has a large table to sit around and socialize, and there is a spotless kitchen with everything a self caterer would need. Casa Aventura welcomes young travelling families - children below 13 can even come free (although they must be accompanied by their parents...)! The owners and

young staff are fantastic hosts and will go out of their way to be helpful (in Spanish, English and German), giving a great atmosphere to the place.

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Don�t worry about the city�s steep hills because Ecorecicleta has the ideal solution: foldable super swell bicycles! In 30 seconds you fold your bicycle and hop on the famous elevators or on the bus and metro, making it super easy and quick to discover Valparaíso�s neighborhoods and viewpoints in an entertaining and different way!

surrounding area, the coastal strip, Viña del Mar or Valparaíso by night. All tours include a local surprise to indulge the taste buds! Guiding is possible in Spanish, English, French & Portuguese.You can also rent a foldable bicycle to do your own thing. But honestly, take a tour, it�s dirt cheap, you get to know the nice spots and it�s

give them a call!

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Urriola 562, Cerro Alegre Cell: +56 9 73286804

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CHILEAN CUISINE C00KING CLASSOne of the best things about Chile is the cuisine! Enrolling in a class with Chilean Cuisine Cooking Classes is a great way to discover tasty traditional Chilean delicacies while getting hands-on experience with an enthusiastic, expert, English-speaking chef. It is a fun day of cultural immersion and you will be able to prepare the dishes when you get back home and impress your family and friends!

A fun wine tasting, with excellent vinos from 4 different valleys, is included and there is also a seasonal option for an organic class and wine tour combining cooking

classes as well.

Classes are offered every day so what are you waiting for? Get cooking!

Cerro Alegre Pasaje Galvez corner Urriola

Cell: +56 9 66214626 [email protected]

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Santiago is the urban nucleus and heart of Chile; the financial, cultural, and political center of the country. Like any international city, it�s full of attractions, events, culture and nightlife. * Plaza* de Armas: is the main square in downtown Santiago, which dates from the 1540�s when Pedro de Valdivia founded the city. Here you�ll see street artists and plenty of local art for sale. You can also check out the Cathedral of Santiago. * La Moneda Palace: this neoclasical building is the Presidential house of Chile. Its high walls are witnesses of the country�s history, including the bombing during the Military Coup in 1973 when former president Salvador Allende died. Make sure to visit the courtyard where you willl find awesome sculptures by Chilean artists. Be sure to toss a coin into the fountain and make a wish.* San Cristóbal Hill: for great views of the city take a ride up in the funicular to the top and visit the statue of the Virgin Mary. The hill also has a Zoo and a Wine Museum. * Santa Lucia Hill: right in Santiago Centro, this hill provides another great view of the city and the Andes mountains. There are various statues, lookouts and ponds hidden all over the hill. Don�t miss the mural dedicated to Gabriela Mistral, Chilean Nobel Prize winner.* Bellavista, Brasil, Ñuñoa and Lastarria: are the funky, bohemian neighbourhoods of the city and have the best nightlife with great bars, discos and restaurants.* Memory and Human Rights Museum: learn about the recent history of Chile at this museum dedicated to the events which took place between 1973 and 1990. Walk around and see the photos, press clips and videos testifying the years of terror and repression of the dictatorship under military rule. Admision free.* Museo Bellas Artes and Museo de Arte Contemporaneo: both host some of the best contemporary art works in the country. Admision free on Sundays.* La Chascona: situated in Bellavista, it is one of the 3 homes of Chilean poet Pablo Neruda. The place has an amazing collection of things from all over the world and it also hosts his Nobel Prize. * Skiing and Snowboarding: just an hour and a half from the city there are high quality ski resorts. Check out Valle Nevado, Farellones or La Parva for winter powder.* Mercado Central: walk around this lively market and admire the fresh fish and seafood. Then have a meal at one of the restaurants and taste exquisite Chilean seafood. From here check out La Vega Central, the biggest fruit market in Chile, just across the river from Mercado Central. * Winery Tours: for wine buffs, two great wineries to visit are Viña Concha y Toro and Viña Cousiño Macul.

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Moneda 1829. Barrio Brasil+56 226884849

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HAPPY H0USE H0STELHappy House Hostel is a beautiful early 20th century big house, located in the city center.

The accommodation is of top standard with beds that allow you to get excellent rest, spacious and modern bathrooms, and big bedrooms each with their own unique style. Lots of different meeting areas give you complete peace and maximum interaction and fun with other guests.

You can enjoy yummy barbeques, ping pong championships, games of pool, reading, sunbathing on the big terraces, dipping in the swimming pool (at summer time) or hanging out at the pool bar, and wine tastings among other activities. The hostel has Wi-Fi to keep you connected and there are computers if you don�t have your own as well as laundry service, cable TV and a coffee shop.

The staff are the hostel�s main pride and will make you feel like you are at home with your best friends. This is proved on Tripadvisor.com which, thanks to great comments from their guests, they won

from - another great pride of theirs.

Happy House Hostel is located in the traditional and bohemian Brasil neighbourhood, 15 minutes by foot from the historic center of Santiago and only two blocks from the Los Heroes and Centropuerto metro stops with buses to the airport and other transport links close by.

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Located in the historical quarter of Santiago right next to the Plaza de Armas Metro Station, this hostel gives you the convenience of being able to walk to the Mercado Central, the Cathedral, the Museo de Historia

banks, restaurants, shops, and call centres. The hostel offers shared and private rooms, including breakfast, Wi-Fi access, computers, a kitchen and terraces with incredible views. The hostel provides tourist bilingual information and fun weekly

documentary cycles plus games

Compañía 960, apt 607. Downtown+56 226714436

[email protected] www.plazadearmashostel.com

PLAZA DE ARMAS H0STEL

Plaza De Armas Hostel

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H0STAL PR0VIDENCIA�Stay centrally, pay economically & enjoy ultimately�, that�s this hostel�s slogan. And we have to admit, the location is perfect! It�s close to the Baquedano metro station and at walking distance from tourist classics like the Bellavista neighborhood, the Parque

The range of rooms is impressive, for every budget and from basic to deluxe: dorms with lockers & single rooms, double & matrimonial rooms and triple, quadruple, quintuple and sextuple rooms. You can choose between a shared or private bathroom, and they all come with towels and a fancy brekkie. Among the hostel�s facilities are a kitchen, dining room, living room, an outdoor patio & grill and a cozy bar. The English speaking staff will point you out what to do and where to go in Santiago.

Free international phone calls from the hostel!


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CASALTURA - The B0utique H0stel San Antonio 811. Downtown+56 226335076

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CasAltura is a 2-story, boutique hostel in a restored 1912 neoclassical building right in downtown Santiago. Here, you�ll be just beside the Parque Forestal, a block from the Central Market for great Chilean seafood, and two blocks away from the metro stop at the Plaza de Armas.

Walk around to all the great historic and heritage areas, or simply relax in the hostel�s TV room, around the foosball table or on the rooftop terrace with BBQ grill and great panoramic views of downtown and the Andes.

Choose from private (twin or matrimonial) or shared rooms and enjoy the onsite amenities like laundry, lockers, open kitchen, tourist information and use of quality towels, linens and comfy mattresses. Spanish and English spoken!

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LA CASA ROJA HOSTELA beautiful house with a big garden, a swimming pool with a bar, hang out spots and a kitchen. With a superb vibe and a great location in the heart of the Barrio Brasil, La Casa Roja organizes activities like BBQ�s, winetasting, live music & tours. Make your pick from a range of private rooms with ensuite (breakfast included) or shared bathroom or dorms with big lockers!

Agustinas 2113, Barrio Brasil+56 226964241

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Free bike rental if you stay min. 2 nights. La Casa Roja Hostel

THE PRINCESA INSOLENTE HOSTELThe gorgeous brand-new Princesa Insolente Hostel, also in the Barrio Brasil, is a smaller cozy quality hostel that has all the facilities you need

like a kitchen, communal space & backyard to chill-out, private rooms and spacious dorms without bunk beds to increase your comfort. Feel free to use the swimming pool of La Casa Roja, just a 5 min walk away!

Moneda 2350, Barrio Brasil +56 226716551info@princesainsolentehostel.clwww.princesainsolentehostel.cl

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WICKED CAMPER VANSDo you remember those super funky

Wicked is conquering South America now too! So rent a Wicked Camper Van and experience the ultimate freedom and run wild with a road trip through Chile & Argentina. For the price of a car you get a van for up to 3 people to sleep, and with all cooking gear. Or rent it with more fellow travel junkies, share the fuel, and sleep in a tent to make it really dirt cheap! A Wicked Camper Van means absolute freedom to tackle those remote roads and to sleep at a deserted beach, deep in the mountains, or on the edge of a stunning lake. Wicked�s bilingual team has several insane itineraries available for you if wanted. Let�s road trip baby!!!

Pedro de Valdivia 4190, ÑuñoaSANTIAGO - Tel: +56 226970527 [email protected] www.wickedsouthamerica.com

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: San Pedro, Santiago, Puerto Varas & Punta Arenas.

Let Alejandra & Fabien, a Chilean - French couple, guide you into the gorgeous Andes mountains in the Santiago area and share

& nature guides, your safety is guaranteed with them and they can explain everything about the plants and wildlife to you. Join them on an exciting trek in the heart of the Andes to discover glaciers and summits, or book a relaxing day to the hot springs or their special �Andes & Condor� trip. In winter time it�s so much fun and so beautiful to go snow shoe trekking or to race down the slopes during a ski excursion. Are you missing the appropriate equipment?

sticks. You�ll be picked up at your accommodation with their excellent 4x4. Spanish, English & French spoken.

MONTAÑA NATIVA Cell: +56 9 64778461 [email protected]

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Pichilemu is a surfer�s paradise: sick waves, laid back charm and a great party scene. A sleepy surfer town most of the year, it really steps up a notch in the Summer months when crowds pour in for the wild beaches and even wilder beach parties. But there is more than just the waves...During the day, meander through the town visiting the street markets (a great veg/fruit market Wed & Fri mornings), San Andres de Ciruelos church and museum and the beaches in the town. Along the beachfront is the old promenade, former casino (with changing art exhibitions) and the pretty gardens designed by local legend Agustin Ross Edwards who tried to turn the town into a resort for Santiago�s rich. Don�t miss the small chapel underneath the park: carved out of the rocks, it is a strange homage to the Virgin Mary and molten candle wax. For more solitude and a cool crowd, head 6km out of town to the famous Punta de Lobos � where the surf really picks up and the beer bottle clink at sunset. This picturesque rock peninsula creates an ideal barrier from the wind and one of the world�s greatest surf rips harvesting waves of 15 meters, attracting top surfers and hosting championships in October and December. This is also a great place for whale spotting and bird watching and it is on the way to the salt flats, heated baths, large lake (with exotic flora) and some great trekking (20 mins from the centre). For an adrenaline hit, try canopying across the beach, taking kitesurf or surf lessons.

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PICHILEMU

H0STAL PUNTA DE L0B0S Sector Medialuna Catrianca n/nPunta de Lobos

Cell: +56 9 [email protected]

www.hostalpuntadelobos.cl

If you are in Pichelemu to surf, watch the surf or just enjoy the view, Hostal Punta de Lobos is the perfect place, with dorm-style rooms with shared bath or private cabanas equipped with 1 or 2 rooms, kitchen, terrace with BBQ area, and living room with satellite TV.

with peaceful sea-view terraces, this is the place to relax� but also to party! The hostal organizes BBQs,

local beach parties and clubs.

During the day you can take advantage of the free bikes to

explore the area or get your toes wet

or trek the nearby hills. Let your hair

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Camino Punta de Lobos 169Punta de Lobos � Pichilemu

+56 9 58565784www.tpihostels.cl

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THE SIRENA INSOLENTE HOSTEL PICHILEMUThis super cool hostel is only a short 5 min stroll from the beach and Punta de Lobo�s famous waves. It�s a tranquil and rural spot, surrounded by lots of green and the place breathes surf: board and wetsuit rental & repairs, surf lessons, special surf trips and a slackline & skate ramp to improve your balance! The hostel�s sociable vibe is perfect to meet people, and services like bike rental and Spanish courses will enchant all travellers, not only the wave-addict surf junkies. The hostel is new and is built with delightful recycled containers refurnished in wood, part of their

2 nice private ensuite rooms, 2 dorms and an apartment for 3. Eat your included brekkie while enjoying the splendid views! Sirena Insolente is just a short bus

ride away from Pichilemu downtown.

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PICHILEMU

PUCONUndisputed capital of adventure tourism and nature in Chile, Pucón has an enticing mix of lakes, waterfalls, volcanoes, national parks and hot springs. The highlight is definitely climbing the Villarrica Volcano, the smoking monster that dominates the scenery and is one of the 10 most active volcanoes in the world. You can actually climb to the top and peer into the crater to see the molten lava! After, head to one of many hot springs in the area and soak your tired muscles or relax swimming and sunbathing in Villarrica Lake, which also offers many water sport activities. Adrenaline junkies should try white water rafting down the Trancura River. Its class 4 rapids are guaranteed to get your heart beating! Anything you may want to do - from cycling, skydiving, trekking, horseback riding, canyoning, hydrospeed, canopy, skiing to snowboarding - you�ll find it here! Winter to summer Pucón is a backpacker and adventure tourism haven that has activities for everybody!

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Palguín 720+56 452443986

[email protected] www.hostaldondeegidio.cl

H0STAL D0NDE EGIDI0

warmth of a home and with two kitchens, dining in is easy. There are double/matrimonial rooms with A/C and breakfast included, or dorms without breakfast (all rooms with private bathrooms). Don�t miss their self-organized original ethnic tour called Pucón Tour Mapuche Ruta Étnica ©, or marvel the starry skies on a night trip to natural hot springs. Donde Egidio is located 1 block from the JAC Bus Terminal.

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RESTAURANT & BAR C0PPA KABANNA Is your stomach rumbling? Feeling the urge

to lubricate your throat? Head to Coppa Kabanna, a super snug restaurant

serve fast food and yummy traditional Chilean and Brazilian dishes, a wide range of heavenly cocktails and chilled quality beer!

[email protected]+56 452444093 / +56 9 84220368

www.casasatya.com

CASA SATYA PUCONCome to rest your body, mind and spirit at Casa Satya. If you�re looking for a tranquil place to take in nature, meet fellow travellers, have a glass of Chilean wine and a delicious breakfast with homemade bread, this is the place for you. It is located a few meters behind TurBus terminal and a supermarket and less than a 10-minute walk to downtown and the lake beach. In this beautiful 2 storey wooden house with a gorgeous garden and volcano views, options to stay are bedrooms for 1 to 4 people with private or shared bathroom. There is a fully equipped kitchen and a comfy living room with TV. You�ll love their in-house relaxing and therapeutic

English, Spanish, French and German spoken.

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K0D K0D - Restaurant & CabinsThe ideal place to relax and enjoy nature at its fullest, Kod Kod is 20 minutes away from Pucon town at the foot of Cañi Sanctuary. This is natural food with a heart - Kod Kod uses really fresh, simple ingredients, locally-produced and, where possible, grown in their our own organic vegetable gardens. Their sustainable policy means low food miles, precycling and recycling, composting and fair treatment of animals. Healthy doesn�t mean boring though! Along with a delicious variety dishes including Venison Pie, Tofu Curry, salads, nachos and homemade pastas

the terrace and enjoy the woodland setting while children can keep busy in the play area. Keep your ear open for their twice weekly live music during the Summer! If you can�t pull yourself away from this nature-lover�s paradise you can stay at one of the three cabins!

Km 21 on the road to Huife Pucon - Pichares

Cell: +56 9 76535601 +56 9 74951536

[email protected] www.kodkod.net

Kodkod lugar de encuentros

General Urrutia 660+56 452441492

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THE PRINCESA INSOLENTE HOSTEL - PUCONA pretty hostel with lots of outdoor space located in downtown Pucón, isn�t that just perfect? The Princesa Isolente Hostel is close to Pucón�s restaurants & bars and its garden (with a hot tub!) is nice and large, perfect to relax and chill out. Opposite there�s a big supermarket, great to purchase the ingredients needed to cook up an exquisite meal in the hostel�s kitchen. The owners did a great job renovating this smaller hostel with lots of wood which makes it really cozy. You�re gonna snooze like a baby in the comfy private rooms (towels included) with ensuite or shared bathrooms or in one of the 3 dorms with lockers. Don�t forget to ask the easy going staff about the tours & activities in Pucón�s marvelous region!

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Avda. Bernardo O�Higgins 635+56 452441373

[email protected] www.politur.com

TURISM0 P0LITURCome to Pucón to climb a volcano, take on roaring river rapids or trek in the vast national parks! Politur can take you on all these adventures and more! Their professional guides are bilingual

located on Pucón�s main street and they�ll help you live the vacation you�ve always dreamed of!

Tours to�

Villarrica VolcanoWhitewater Rafting (Grade 3-4 rapids)Hot springs / Horseback ride

Ski & SnowboardTrek in the national parks (Huerquehue, Cañi, Lagos Andinos)

If you want some luxury at great prices, check out their brand new 3 star Hotel Vientos del Sur on Brasil 640. www.hotelvientosdelsur.cl

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SKYDIVEPUC0NGet ready for an overdose of adrenaline by jumping out of a plane doing a tandem jump. You�ll be screaming your lungs out from pure excitement and happiness!

incredible landscape make this an absolutely insane experience! The owner Peter is your entertainer at service, a real funnyman full of jokes and pranks, but extremely serious when it comes to your safety. This man has perfected his skills during 38 years of launching himself through the skies, and he picks only extremely reliable and bilingual crew members to assist him.

around the smoking crater of the Villarrica Volcano.

Skydive Pucon Cessna180 skydivepucon

+56 9 98200194 [email protected]

www.skydivepucon.cl

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Valdivia, �The City of Rivers�, is located about 15 km from the Pacific coast, where the Calle Calle, Valdivia and Cau Cau Rivers converge. Valdivia was the site of the largest earthquake in recorded history - a 9.5 on the Richter scale in 1960. In the 17th century, the Spanish heavily fortified the point where the Río Valdivia and the Río Tornagaleones joins the Pacific. Today, the remains of these fortifications at Corral, Niebla and Isla Mancera are a strong reminder of its colonial past. Spend a few hours cruising the rivers to visit historical and cultural sights as well as the region�s wildlife in the nature reserves. Parque Saval and Laguna de los Lotos are a haven for nature lovers and the coastal boulevard with its impressive old submarine is perfect for an afternoon stroll. On the riverside is the Feria Fluvial, a market with local food, fish and handicrafts. Watching the sea lions, elephant seals, cormorants and pelicans beg for a meal is so entertaining. Just across the river is Teja Island where nice river trips start with solar powered boats. It�s also home to the botanical garden (free) and the Museo Histórico y Antropológico.Valdivia is very famous for its artisan beer and has many breweries. Tasting should really be on your list to do. One of them is the traditional Cervecería Kunstmann, with also good German food. A day trip that can�t be missed is to Niebla to visit the 17th century fort, the Feria Costumbrista to try local delicacies and to enjoy the beaches (accessible by local bus).

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H0STAL INTERNACI0NALOpen year round, Hostal Internacional offers a warm and pleasant service. Recently renovated, nicely decorated and very clean. It is located in the centre of Valdivia, three blocks from the bus terminal, the main plaza, four blocks from the sea front and in front of a Shopping Mall with a supermarket. The hostal offers rooms (dorms, double, twin, triple and quad) all with private bathrooms, cable TV and fresh towels. A fantastic breakfast is included with tea, coffee, milk, yoghurt, cheese, cold cuts, juice, fruit, bread and jams. Please keep in mind that the kitchen is not available to use, only to warm up food. They also have fully equipped cabins that accommodate up to 4 people with living room, full kitchen and maid service (breakfast not included). Facilities are a communal

living room with big tables, central heating, security box, safe parking and laundry service. As well as offering tourist info the hostel organizes different excursions around the area and Spanish courses.

García Reyes 660+56 632212015 - 632530246

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CERVECERÍA KUNSTMANN - Beer Tour & RestaurantValdivia is Chile�s epicenter of beer, and Kunstmann is it�s most famous beer brewery,

a 5 minute cheap bus, or a short taxi ride (open 12hs to 24hs). Every hour, from 12hs to 21hs, a 45 minute Beer Tour about the history and production process is organized. It includes a big tasty beer, and you can keep the German beer mug! The brewery�s cozy German style restaurant serves delicious food and Kunstmann�s 11 varieties of top quality liquid gold. Take the special tasting to try them all! Kunstmann also offers a guided River Tour with a solar energy powered boat that departs from Teja Island to discover the waterways and the people�s culture

& history, followed by the brewery tour! Don�t miss their annual Bierfest, at the end of January!

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Ruta T-350 Nº 950+56 632292969

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La Cerveceria Kunstmann

On the shores of Llanquihue Lake, Puerto Varas is an adventure tourism hot spot located just 20 km from Puerto Montt, with buses shuttling between the two almost every five minutes. It�s a jaw-dropping place where you can admire both Osorno and Calbuco Volcanoes� snow-capped peaks while partaking in many adventure activities. Try to stay in the boat while white water rafting, scream your lungs out canyoning in the Blanco River or attempt to summit one of the volcanoes. Nearby lies the Vincent Pérez Rosales National Park, a great place to mountain bike, hike, canopy, horseback ride or sea kayak in the Lago de Todos Los Santos. Northeast of Puerto Varas lies the tranquil town of Ensenada where you can sail and sport fish to your heart�s content. From here, continue on along the Petrohué River to hike the forests and soak in the hot springs and to witness the beautiful Saltos de Petrohué, a series of waterfalls formed via erosion of the black volcanic rock, basalt. Cochamó Valley is another nature-rich area just 90 km from Puerto Varas where climbers try to conquer the 1,200 m granite walls. There you can get your hiking boots dirty amongst 3,000-year-old trees and Andean ice melt streams.

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H0STAL C0MPASS DEL SUR

Swedish, English, German and Spanish spoken.

Compass del Sur is set in picturesque Puerto Varas in a classic colonial house with large private rooms and dorms, including single, double, twin, triple, quadruple and quintuple (private & shared bathrooms), a pretty garden patio (with camping space and free parking), a fully equipped kitchen and a cozy �internet� lounge. Get a good night�s rest in the box spring beds and wake up to a hearty breakfast with homemade bread. Compass is located in a peaceful, historic barrio* by the park, train station and 5 minutes from the lake, downtown and bus station.

You can book all the regular excursions here, as well as their own which are guided by the trilingual owner. Compass also offers laundry service, airport pick up and bike & car rental.

Klenner 467 +56 652232044

[email protected] www.compassdelsur.cl

Compass del Sur

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Manzanal 66 corner Rosario +56 652232904

[email protected] www.casaazul.net

H0STAL CASA AZULCharming wood walls and beautiful details make this hostel as cozy as it is harmonious. Find your Chi in the Japanese Garden amongst Bonsai trees and a rainbow of Koi Fish, or test your language skills with the German�Chilean family who also speaks English. It�s just a 5 minutes walk from the city center and Lake Llanquihue, with beautiful views of the Osorno Volcano. They offer dorms or private rooms with single, double and twin beds with private or shared bathrooms. All rooms have central heating, so you will stay toasty warm in winter. The laundry service, fully equipped kitchen and book exchange are

complete with whole wheat bread, their special müsli, eggs and bottomless coffee cups. Yum!

Movie nights on a wide screen TV!boat. Visit their website!

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Pasaje Ricke 224+56 652232673

[email protected] www.hostelvermont.cl

H0STEL VERM0NT

you need: comfortable beds in the spacious dorms with lockers and private rooms, a beautiful large backyard for camping, clean shared bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, a new little terrace to enjoy cold beers, free parking, and of course the opportunity to meet travellers from all around the world, especially at their weekly asado. Located on some steps above the pedestrian street a short walk from downtown, really close to popular bars, nightclubs, restaurants, cafes,

supermarkets and the beach is just a few minutes away. The staff can help you book fun nearby activities (reception open 8am till 11pm) and

you can rent bikes to visit the beautiful coast line and Puerto Varas on two wheels! The bilingual and enthusiastic owner, Chilean Sirce,

would love to welcome you to this, her new hostel, in Puerto Varas as well as Hostel Vermont further

north in Osorno!

Closed April to November Hostel Vermont

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Terrasur & Barlovento are located 44km from Puerto Varas, in Ensenada.

love their thrilling, high quality activities organized at rock bottom rates!

- Osorno and Calbuco volcanoes ascents (Oct to Feb). - Mountain biking, trekking, canopy. - Rental of MTB�s, kayaks and climbing gear.Several buses per day from Puerto Varas to Ensenada. Bus stop: �Carabineros de Ensenada�, 50 metres from Terrasur.

TERRASUR EC0AVENTURA

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Spend some nights here too! Imagine sleeping at the waterfront of the

the action is, and saving daily transport from Puerto Varas. Double and triple rooms (shared bathroom), cabins (3-6 beds) and camping spots with roofs. Laundry service available.

BARL0VENT0 CABINS, H0STAL AND CAMPING

44, Puerto Varas+56 65233140 / (9) 94957690

www.terrasurecoaventura.com

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LAS BANDURRIAS ECO HOSTALWe discovered this new hostal, an oasis of rest surrounded by nature, on a hill in Cochamó. Its enormous windows, and the enormous grounds, offer you breathtaking views of the Reloncavi estuary and the surrounding mountains & volcanoes. This eco friendly hostal is designed to have minimum impact on the environment

to just hang out the whole day in the very cozy living room and fully equipped kitchen. At night you�ll doze off quickly in the comfy 4 bed dorm, matrimonial or double room with 2 very modern shared bathrooms at your disposal. An exquisite breakfast is served and towels are included.

To discover the area mount one of their own horses or book any other activity.

They also organize transport to La Junta.Spanish, English & French spoken.

Open all year.

Sector el Bosque n/n +56 9 96722590 / 59285865

[email protected]

Contact them in advance fora free pick-up from the bus stop!

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Locals and tourists had told us about Cochamó�s extraordinary natural beauty and when we arrived the first time we had one of those jaw dropping moments. The village is located at the large Reloncaví Estuary with gorgeous volcanoes in the background. Lots of locals are fishermen, try a freshly prepared salmon or crab, but in recent years Cochamó and the whole area has opened up for tourism. Why? Because this tranquil and peaceful area is an unspoiled outdoor paradise! Cochamó itself and the area has ample trekking, MTB & horseback riding possibilities and an absolute highlight is definitely sea kayaking. But it is also your hub to go to the Cochamó Valley and its settlement La Junta, reachable on foot or by horse, a breathtaking place with crystalline rivers and natural water slides and overwhelming granite mountains & walls! It�s a world famous mecca for climbers but the area is also a trekking paradise with trails winding through this amazing landscape further east and south as far as the border. In fact there are two legal border crossings to hike to the El Bolsón area in Argentina. Cochamó is easy to reach with a daily bus leaving in Puerto Montt and picking up people in Puerto Varas, 90km west of Cochamó. To continue your trip you could take this bus out again or maybe a local will give you a ride south to Caleta Puelche, where several buses a day pass coming from Puerto Montt and heading to Hornopirén & Chaitén on the Carretera Austral.

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Because of its strategic location, Puerto Montt is the distribution centre and connecting point to most of the tourist destinations in the south, including Chiloé Island and the famous Carretera Austral (Southern Road). You�ll find the Tepual International Airport, the ferry port and a main bus station here in this capital of the Lakes Region. If you want to go to Ayacara or Chaitén (to get to Futaleufú) look up Naviera Austral (www.navieraustral.cl). They also connect Chaitén with Quellón and futher south. Navimag ferry is another large ferry company whose trips are almost always fully booked in summer, so reserve ahead if you have a strict itinerary. Navimag offers trips to Puerto Chacabuco (1 day) as well as all the way to Puerto Natales (3 days). Winding through the islands and fjords, these cruises amongst the glaciers are enough of a reason to book the trip, if not to get to the actual towns. It�s important to note that there is only one long-distance Navimag ferry per week, which leaves on Fridays. Check www.navimag.com for the full schedules and to reserve.While you�re waiting for your ship to come in, don�t miss walking along the Pelluco Beach or having an amazing (and cheap) seafood meal at the Angelmó market. While you�re there, visit the artisan market and cross to Tenglo Island by boat and hike up its nature trail to the top for a great view of Puerto Montt and the Osorno, Calbuco and Puntiagudo volcanoes.

PUERTO MONTT

This quiet, little hostel is conveniently located close to all the Puerto Montt

restaurants, are within walking distance passing the string of souvenir shops. Share the dormitory room with other travellers or enjoy some solitude in one of the private rooms with a double bed, all with shared bathrooms. Rubbish gets recycled here and the hostel is exceptionally clean! Muddy shoes are removed

house. There is a fully equipped kitchen, a comfy living room with Wi-Fi and a smoking porch. Laundry service is available. Over a delicious breakfast (with only real coffee), the owner, Verónica, will give you enough information to


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CHILOE ISLAND - ANCUDChiloé is a string of 40 islands, the largest of which is Isla Grande de Chiloé. Of its 150 wooden churches scattered across the islands, 16 have been declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Ancud is the entryway to explore the island, located 90km south of Puerto Montt. It�s a pretty seaside town with a bustling fishing port. In town you can find many attractions: the Plaza de Armas with the Museo Regional de Ancud just off the plaza, with an interesting collection of the early history of Chiloé and a replica of a small sailing ship La Goleta Ancud. The Mercado Municipal (town market) is a great place to sample the exquisite Chilote seafood and buy local handcrafts. 800m from the plaza is the Fort San Antonio (built in 1770) with great ocean views, which was Spain�s last stronghold in Chile after the War of Independence. Another old fort looking out onto the sea is Fuerte Ahuí. 28km away from Ancud Magellan and Humboldt penguins coexist at the renowned Pinguineras de Puñihuil penguin colony. These penguin colonies are on three small islands and you can go round in guided boat trips from September to March. Chepu (38km south-west) has beautiful landscapes of beaches, rivers and wetlands. From the river�s estuary you can trek along the long beach where after a 2hr-walk (aprox.) you�ll reach the penguin colony at Ahuenco. From Ancud you can easily go on to explore Chiloé National Park.

Av. Costanera Salvador Allende 748ANCUD


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H0STAL MUND0 NUEV0

on the sea front, just one block from the main plaza and the bus terminal Cruz del Sur.

water and has a large glass greenhouse outside. There are all kinds of accommodations � from dorms, singles, and doubles with shared bath, to ensuite rooms with 2, 3 and 4 beds. Even better, they all have a view of the ocean! Relax on the seaview terrace, snuggle up in the cozy living room, cook up a storm in the fully equipped kitchen or soak in the new hot tub. The owner speaks Spanish, English and German and can help you with detailed information and maps for biking and hiking tours.

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Los Carrera 855 ANCUD


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13 LUNAS H0STEL

Chiloé is the kind of island that you end up wanting to spend a lot of time on, and 13 Lunas Hostel is ideal for home comfort. With a large living room with cable TV, fully equipped kitchen and comfy new beds you can be sure to get some good rest. Right in front of �Cruz del Sur� bus station and only a few blocks from the sea front and the main plaza, this 1947 house/hostel is ideally located as a base to explore the beautiful island. The friendly bilingual team can advise you on island tours, but make sure you also take advantage of the BBQ and terrace with a sea view, while you stay in one of the dorms, private doubles or wheelchair accessible private rooms. Ecofriendly 13 Lunas Hostel recycles, composts and uses biofuel heating!

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13 Lunas Hostel

Castro, 87km south of Ancud, is the capital of Chiloé and the third oldest city in Chile, after Santiago and La Serena. On the Plaza de Armas is the San Francisco Church, which was constructed out of wood by local craftsmen in around 1910. Visit the port, artisan fair, and be sure to check out the �palafitos� or wooden houses built on stilts above the water. The Museo Regional contains artefacts from the aboriginal tribes that inhabitated the island before the arrival of the Spanish.Twenty km northeast of Castro, Dalcahue is an important artisan centre. Browse through handcrafts and the local market, and don�t miss the Sunday �Feria de Dalcahue� artisan fair. From Dalcahue you can take a boat to Quinchao Island where you can visit the Santa Maria de Loreto Church, the oldest on the archipelago. Chiloé National Park runs along the western coast. Cooler and wetter than the eastern coast, this park is an ecosystem that includes dunes, Valdivian temperate rain forests, swamps and peat bogs. Take a traditional or mountain bike tour or go camping and trek on your own for a few days. Twenty five km southwest of Castro you can visit Chonchi, �the town of the three floors� because it was built on a hill. Tantauco Park, in the south of the island, is a 118,000 ha nature reserve renowed for its almost untouched rainforest with challenging treks that last 3, 5 or 11 days. Camping and refuges are available.

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PALAFIT0 H0STEL

waterfront is speckled with traditional houses on stilts

charming little bungalows is

just 10 minutes from the Plaza de Armas. The antique outside doesn�t prepare you for the absolutely stunning and completely renovated interior. Inside are 8 rooms, private and dormitory, each with private bathrooms.

Two of the double-bed rooms have balconies with spectacular views to

the Gamboa River. The kitchen is well equipped for any culinary endeavor

and the common areas will keep you well entertained with books and board

games. Ask the friendly staff about

the excursions available.

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CABAÑAS PALAFIT0S L0S PESCAD0RESRight on the sea front, these private cabins are surrounded by beautiful gardens and ideal sunset views on the terrace to enjoy the beauty of Chiloé at its best.

Choose between the 15 cabins either with two rooms or one that sleep up to four people (twin, double and sofa beds).

outdoor terrace. Ideally located for birdwatchers and to relax among the peace of nature on the outskirts of town, you are 5 - 10 mins by bus or car from the centre and the helpful, bilingual staff can advise you on activities and tours to nearby islands or rent you out one of their kayaks to explore the area.

Ruta 5 sur Km 5 Sector Nercón - CASTRO

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Latorre 238 - CASTRO+56 652635254

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TURISM0 PEHUENTurismo Pehuen offers a wide range of tours lead by expert guides. Become acquainted with the history and beauty of Chiloé on an excursion to the national park or the World Heritage Site churches. Take a boat tour to explore the Islands of Mechuque, Quehui and Chelín, or snap a few photos on a tour of the Penguins of Puñiguil. If you are looking to venture to the stunning and remote Carretera Austral (Southern Road), Turismo Pehuen has loads of information and offer

is located half block from Castro�s Plaza de Armas.

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CATAMARAN MAR & MAGIAGet out to sea and see the beauty of Chiloé from a different perspective with Mar & Magia�s catamaran tours. Take the half day tour in the morning or afternoon and visit the Fiordo de Castro where you can watch sea lions and see the Tauco colonial fort and different villages on the way. Or spend a whole day out on the water where you can visit Quehui island, a place lost in time, a unique opportunity to see how life has not changed here over the years. The full day tour (8 hours approx) also includes a traditional lunch such as �curanto� or roast lamb on the spit and a free drink. Staff are professional and bilingual and the specially designed catamaran was created with these tours in mind so you can travel in comfort, with also a cafe, cocktail bar and snack bar at hand just in case!

In low season only the Fiordo de Castro boat trip is organized & just in the weekends!

Balmaceda 297 - CASTRO+56 652531048


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Cucao is a small village at the sparsely populated but beautiful western side of Chiloé Island, a place to enjoy natural beauty and some peace & quiet. The setting of this little town is really magnificent, situated in between the vast beaches of the Pacific Coast at the west side and the gorgeous Lago Cucao at the eastern side, and in between the northern and southern section of the enchanting Chiloé National Park. The park is literally walking distance and due to the cooler and wetter conditions of west Chiloé the vegetation here is green and fertile with an ecosystem that includes temperate rain forests, swamps, peat bogs, long wide beaches and big dunes. Information at the visitor center is available about the range of shorter walks and longer more challenging hikes. Put on some good waterproof hiking boots and clothes because it can get soggy here! In general the northern part of the park is most visited but don�t miss out on going by foot, by mountain bike or horse to the southern section, like to Punta Pirulil with the famous Puente de las Almas, a place with an intriguing legend and tremendous views of the Pacific. Leaving Cucao without doing a kayak trip on the marvellous lake with lots of birdlife is absolutely a crime, you�re gonna love it! And riding a horse or taking a long stroll on the beaches of the fierce Pacific is gonna put a big smile on your face. Getting to Cucao is easy with daily buses from Castro.

CHILOE ISLAND - CUCAO

HOSTEL PALAFITO CUCAO On the way to the National Park RURAL CUCAO

+56 652971164

heart of Chiloé. This is the perfect place to set off by foot, horse or kayak to explore. Although the focus is to help you fall in love with the island and enjoy nature at its best, guests are bound to become enamored with this stylish hostel built of native wood and in harmony with nature which overlooks Cucao lake. There is a kitchen available and a supermarket and restaurants are only 50m away. The nine bedrooms, a mixture of dorms, private doubles and twins, all have a terrace with a view of the lake, Wi-Fi, heating, hot water

back to the essentials of life, as nature intended.

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The Carretera Austral or �Southern Highway� stretches from Puerto Montt down to Villa O�Higgins (over 1200 km). It�s an outstandingly beautiful area with thick rainforests, stunning fjords, unbelievable glaciers, crystal blue lakes and rivers, snowcapped volcanoes, ancient trees, soothing hot springs, and rugged mountains.

Hornopirén: It�s a miracle that Hornopirén hasn�t been converted yet in a bustling tourism mecca. There are few destinations with such a natural diversity, it�s absolutely a must for every traveller to stop here some days! The options are endless. You could do the 3 hr trek to Lago Cabrera or explore the Hornopirén NP, a fairly undeveloped trekking paradise with glaciers, mountains, snowy volcanoes and giant alerce tree forests. Summit the picture perfect cone of the Hornopirén Volcano or go up the Yates or Apagado Volcano. A volcanic area means thermal activity; it�s heavenly to soak in hot thermal baths. The Termas de Pichicolo are just a 10 min drive away but you could also enjoy the fjord�s thermal baths: the Termas Llancahué, Cahuelmó & Porcelanas. Yes indeed, Hornopirén has a privileged location at the end of a fjord. It�s an unforgettable experience to go kayaking or boating here, with islands and other fjords nearby, while being welcomed by sea lions, dolphins and birds. And Hornopirén still has more on its menu like visiting different waterfalls or crystal clear rivers such as the Río Blanco, and activities including horseback riding, river kayaking or just enjoying the delicious sea food in the town�s central market. Daily buses connect Hornopirén with Puerto Montt. One bus coming from Puerto Montt continues south by taking the ferry to the area of the splendid Pumalín Park and further to Chaitén (ATM available in Chaitén).

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RESIDENCIAL AUSTRALWalk just 1 block from the plaza in Hornopirén or the bus stop to Residencial Austral. They have very affordable twin & matrimonial rooms with shared bathroom and matrimonial rooms and a triple room with private bathroom. Every room has cable TV and breakfast and towels are included. You can�t really cook here, but the warmhearted owners can easily heat up your food, and on request they also prepare you a nice meal. Going for a spectacular sea food dish at the nearby market is an excellent option too, yummy!

Another possibility is staying in the spacious cabin next door which has a kitchen, living room, TV and 7 beds. Enjoy your stay at this excellent centrally located accommodation, it�s open all year.

HORNOPIRÉN +56 652217214 / +56 9 77487386

[email protected] www.alsuraustral.cl

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This village is a world famous mecca for kayaking and rafting: experts rate its class 5+ rapids as within the top 3 in the world! It�s simply a must to grant yourself the extreme adrenaline rush by doing a rafting trip on the dazzlingly turquoise and wild Futaleufú river, or �big river� in native Mapuche. Rafting the river is possible for all levels: novice to expert! Kayaking the strongest rapids is a major challenge for experts. Just a mild walk away from the village, you can take a look at some of the ferocious rapids at the Gelvez Bridge. But the Futaleufú region has so much more up its sleeve for you! This area with lush green forests and marvelous mountains begs to be explored! Put on your hiking boots or jump on a mountain bike or horse to discover Eagle�s Rock and the Lake Espolón Waterfalls at the Northwest Circuit, or the Las Escalas Circuit which follows the banks of the Futaleufú river. The region�s towers and canyons also provide for heart-thumping canyoning, rock climbing and rapelling. To enjoy water in a calm way cruise the area�s lakes and more still rivers by kayak or canoe, or go for some topnotch fly fishing. The nearby border crossing, often used by travellers, connects Futaleufú with the area of Esquel, Argentina. ATM AVAILABLE!

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H0STAL LAS NATALIASThe super friendly bilingual owner

built a real backpacker�s hostel, located in a quiet spot just a 7 to 10 minute walk from the plaza in Futaleufú. The gorgeous hostel has a spacious kitchen and living room to hang out, relax and make friends from all over the world. The location is amazing with spectacular views and the place is so serene! Las

bathroom). Enjoy the natural climbing wall next to the hostel, take whitewater

more info about local culture, rafting, canyoning,

Clothes dirty from doing all those fun activities? The hostel has a space for doing your laundry

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Cell: +56 9 61416305 Cell: +56 9 96311330

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H0STAL LA GRINGA CARI0CAHostal La Gringa Carioca is a super cozy

views of the Andes Mountains and the Río Espolón, where you�ll be welcomed with a big smile by the Brazilian owner Adriana. It�s just a few blocks from the plaza in Futaleufú, but it feels like staying in the countryside. This place is a little more expensive than a hostel, but the beauty and comfort in combination with the impeccable service makes it a great value for money. A good night�s rest is guaranteed in one of the old style, beautifully decorated private rooms: 3 twin rooms and 1 triple with a matrimonial and single bed, all with private bathroom, or in the junior room with a bunk bed and shared bathroom. Towels are included and a delicious breakfast variety is served with eggs, pancakes, fruits, jams, cheese, ham, cereals and more!

Sargento Aldea 498

+56 652721260 / +56 9 96599341 [email protected]

www.hostallagringacarioca.cl

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Hostal La Gringa Carioca - Futaleufu

EXPEDICIONES CHILE - Rafting & Kayaking30 years of experience and an Olympic kayaker as an owner, Chris Spelius, who�s still involved daily to

from the plaza and join them for a day activity on one of the 4 different rafting trips on the thundering Futa River, hop in a kayak or ducky on the calmer Espolón River, sign up for some topnotch kayak lessons, or enjoy exploring the area�s lakes by sea kayak. Really famous are also their multi-day journeys and adventure packages that take you to the most remote and exclusive places in the Futa area and the rest of Patagonia. Real once in a lifetime and mind blowing experiences. If you contact them for these packages a few days

before your arrival in Futaleufú you can score a huge last minute

to April. English spoken.

Expediciones Chile

Gabriela Mistral 296

+ 56 652721386

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Puyuhuapi is a quiet and peaceful village located at the far end of a fjord (220km from Coyhaique), surrounded by hills and mountains covered with thick green vegetation. Four young German immigrants founded it in 1935 and their influence can still be noticed in the local architecture and cuisine. Stroll through this tiny village and admire the local houses, the church, the beauty of the fjord with the clouds drifting over the water in the morning and the colourful fishing boats. Four species of dolphins play in the waters of Puyuhuapi. Take a kayak or boat tour to observe the wonderful fjord and these amazing creatures. Don�t miss out on the Queulat National Park (entrance 24km south of Puyuhuapi) with rivers winding through its fairy tale lush wilderness. The most popular route is the 3,2km hike to the famous hanging glacier or �Ventisquero Colgante� where you can see and hear the ice crashing down on the rocks. In summer you can take it easy and hop on one of the small boats that navigate you across the Laguna Témpanos to the glacier. 51km south of Puyuhuapi is the Bosque Encantado (Enchanted Forest), a moist, magical forest where gremlins and elves must live. An hour�s walk takes you to where the glacial waterfalls drop into the river. Take all your wet weather gear. Tired from being overwhelmed by the enchanting assets of Mother Nature? Soak your bones in the hotsprings �Termas del Ventisquero� or the more luxurious �Puyuhuapi Lodge & Spa�. This is pure pampering, with fantastic views as a bonus! There is also a natural hotspring, but only accesible by kayak or boat. NO ATM AT THIS VILLAGE!

PUYUHUAPI - Carretera Austral

La Junta, located at the confluence of the Río Palena & Río Rosselot, is a nice village surrounded by water in the northern section of the Carretera Austral. The attractive presence of the rivers and lakes like the Lago Rosselot make it a perfect spot to go kayaking, canoeing, boating and fishing of course. The Río Palena is a famous waterway, easily navigable, and insanely beautiful to discover. Lots of people gather in February for the �Ruta del Palena� (check the dates) when they all descend 80km from La Junta to Raúl Marín Balmaceda in a group. This is a very popular and unforgettable event! But you don�t have to hit the water to enjoy this area. A 5km trail starts opposite the village, on the Carretera Austral, to discover the Lago Rosselot National Reserve with wonderful views of the village, the confluence of the rivers and the surrounding mountains, or go trekking in the Mirta River Valley with its unspoiled wilderness. The 75km road west of La Junta to Raúl Marín Balmaceda, following the banks of the Río Palena and with the El Sauce hotsprings on the way, is a highly recommendable detour. This seafront fishing village is quiet & very traditional, and the setting is gorgeous in the delta of the river and surrounded by fjords and long sandy beaches. It�s a must to go fishing or to organize a boat or kayak tour to admire the place�s beauty and the rich marine life like sea lions, dolphins and with a bit of luck whales including the blue whale, the biggest mammal on earth! (Jan � April). Raúl Marín Balmaceda is also accessible by taking the Naviera Austral ferry departing from Quellón on Chiloé Island and making different stops in fishing villages in the fjords of the Carretera Austral region. (www.navieraustral.cl = Ruta Cordillera)

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H0STEL Y CABAÑAS AUGUST0 GR0SSEThis is one of the only hostels with dorms on the Carretera Austral; a gorgeous building located in the village, completely constructed in wood and wonderfully

here, but a very comfortable one with 4 beds with duvet covers and lockers. Also 2 private rooms are available: 1 matrimonial room and 1 with a bunk bed. Despite its small size, there are 2 bathrooms and towels are always included. There is also a new cabin for up to 5 people with a matrimonial and a triple room; a fairytale place to have an unforgettable stay. The hostel, as well as the cabin, has a cozy living room with a wooden stove to heat you up and in both a fully equipped kitchen is at your disposal. Don�t miss out on the many activities in the area; the owners will gladly help you with recommendations and reservations. Laundry service available. Open all year round.

Camilo Henríquez 4PUYUHUAPI

+56 672325150 � Cell: (9) [email protected]

www.hostalaugustogrosse.cl

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Bed and Breakfast COMUY-HUAPIComuy Huapi�s rooms, all with private bathroom & towels, are a very nice surprise. Doze off in one of the comfortable, spacious and affordable twin-bedded or matrimonial rooms or the larger family rooms. The kind owners, who try to deliver you a spotless service all year round are aware of the importance of having a shared room. Solo travellers now have a brand new 5 bed dorm with private bathroom at their disposal to count sheep. Did you notice another ultra hot globetrotter at Comuy Huapi? Surprise her or him with a sexy dish you made in the kitchen. You won�t have to go far to shop for the ingredients, everything is nearby with the place�s splendid location next to the town�s square and very close to the waterfront. By the way, a tasty

breakfast will be awaiting you in the morning.

Pedro Llautureo 143PUYUHUAPI

+56 9 77661984 [email protected]

www.comuy-huapi.cl

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EXPERIENCIA AUSTRAL This excellent agency has one mission: delivering you the real Experiencia Austral in the incredible region of Puyuhuapi. Don�t miss their really cool and inexpensive half day kayak trip on the fjord to natural thermal baths, with a good chance of spotting dolphins on the way. But their menu includes so much more: exciting mountain bike & trekking tours to the fabulous Queulat Park, boat trips on the fjord or further to the Isla Magdalena area and multi-day kayak trips. The local owner Adonis and his team can also solve your transport problems to the area�s highlights whether it�s by car or boat. He rents out mountain bikes and kayaks, and he�s even opening a café and bistro next

Operating all year, but contact in advance from May to October.

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Otto Uebel n/n PUYUHUAPI

Cell: +56 9 87448755

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LA SIRENA - Camping & Hostel The strength of La Sirena is the camping area with its roof sheltered sites that allow you to pitch your tent even when it�s raining cats & dogs. An indoor area with a wood stove is perfect to prepare your meals and to dry your wet jacket and boots. Fed up with camping? They also have a cabin with a private bathroom and hot stove to cook. Or sleep in one of the single or double rooms with a shared bathroom in their small hostel with cooking facilities. Don�t expect any luxury in these rooms, they are very basic, but you�ll sleep like a baby.Elio, the friendly owner, organizes boat trips through the fjord and all necessary transfers in the area. He also has a vehicle for rent. La Sirena is located at one block of the main street, at 20 meters from the waterfront.

Closed in winter time!

Costanera 148PUYUHUAPI

+56 672325100Cell: +56 9 78806251

[email protected]

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CABAÑAS AMPARO

owner of Cabañas Amparo is proud as a peacock about Puerto Gaviota and is determined to give you a

knows the place like the back of her hand. She�ll make sure you get in

cabin at the waterfront with a double and a triple room at an affordable rate. And she doesn�t make any fuzz about accommodating a solo traveller, her goal is to make you happy and to show Puerto Gaviota to the world! The cabin has a kitchen but why would you make those pots dirty when

you can eat the catch of the day together with the locals! Let Blanca know when you arrive via email or Facebook and your welcome committee will be awaiting you when the boat arrives!

[email protected]: +56 9 75301984

islamagdalena.blogspot.com Isla Magdalena Cisnes

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Puerto Cisnes is a harbour town at about 200km north of Coyhaique and 90km south of Puyuhuapi. It�s located where the Río Cisnes flows into the ocean water of the Puyuhuapi Channel. Boat, kayak & fishing trips are the main attractions here with all this water. But one of the most special things to do on your Carretera Austral voyage is located at the opposite side of the channel on Isla Magdalena and in its National Park. This vast remote wilderness with exuberant vegetation has a very special village at the southern tip: Puerto Gaviota. Why is it so special to visit this little town? The answer is simple! It�s different of all the other things you�re gonna do on your trip! Imagine a very remote tiny fishermen�s village, only accessible by boat, built up at the waterfront with only one big boardwalk to connect all the houses of the small community that holds on to its traditions and tries to live from fishing. Learning about and participating in their way of life and their struggle to survive is a unique and unforgettable experience. You can join the welcoming locals when they head out with their fishing boats, also an amazing way to discover the extraordinary area and its abundant marine and bird life. And of course you�re gonna taste the yummy fish and gigantic mussels afterwards! You can make nice hikes from the village to explore the lush green vegetation of the Isla Magdalena NP as well. The easiest way to reach Puerto Gaviota is very cheap: a 3hr ferry trip with Naviera Austral leaving from Puerto Cisnes on Thursday & Sunday. Returns are possible every Friday or Monday. (check on www.navieraustral.cl: �Ruta Cordillera�). This �Ruta Cordillera� ferry actually operates between Quellón (Chiloé) and Puerto Chacabuco (near Coyhaique) and stops in different remote (island) villages. It�s fantastic to do this trip or a part of it: really of-the-beaten-track!

PUERTO CISNES - PUERTO GAVIOTA - Carretera Austral area

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HOSPEDAJE COYHAIQUEIf you are looking for convenience and cheap prices Hospedaje Coyhaique is the perfect spot for you. With 24 hour reception, you can arrive at any time to this 14 room budget accommodation where you�ll be given your own key to come and go as you please. They have 5 private matrimonial rooms, and plenty twin or triple room (some en-suite) to choose from, all with excellent prices! Just a block off the main high street and restaurants, 2 blocks

from the bus terminal, and with two of the biggest supermarkets on your doorstep - everything is within arm�s reach. If you do decide to stay in during the evening and want to cook something yourself there is

a supply to make yourself breakfast too as meals are left up to you at Hospedaje Coyhaique.

Lautaro 402 corner Cochrane

+56 672524521Cell: +56 9 94775430 / 91410967

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Coyhaique is the capital of the region and the only city you�re going to encounter on the Carretera Austral, so get all the Chilean pesos you are going to need (as there won�t be many options) or buy the equipment you�re missing. Outdoor stores, supermarkets, restaurants, banks, souvenir shops, and even some pubs. Do you plan to rent a car? Make your deal here! Visit the Coyhaique National Reserve (about 5km from the city) where you can do a wonderful day hike up to the top of the Cerro Cinchao with its moonlike landscape and a magnificent 360 degree view.

The Río Simpson National Reserve is located along the road to Puerto Aysén and Puerto Chacabuco. The river is flanked by dramatic rock formations and is known for kayak descents, summer bathing and top-class fishing.

66km from Coyhaique to the west you�ll reach the second biggest place of the area, Puerto Aysén. Spend some time here; you�ll be surprised of the beauty of the surrounding area with its picturesque rivers and lakes, virgin green forest and stunning fjords. Kayaking on the Aysén River and the Los Palos Lake, and boating the fjords are definitely highlights of the trip and there are many trails to tackle by mountain bike or on foot, like at the Aiken Park, a 220-hectare reserve on the shores of Riesco Lake. 14km away is Puerto Chacabuco where the ferry arrives from Puerto Montt (www.navimag.com).

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THE PATAGONIAN EXPERIENCE Whether you want day trips or skiing (in winter) in the Coyhaique area, 2 or 3 day trips to highlights

Tortel or the San Rafael, Leones & Exploradores glaciers and longer trips to cover the whole north or south section of the Carretera Austral, The Patagonian Experience can do it all! But they are off-the-beaten-track experts too. In fact, Gonzalo, the owner, knows the Carretera Austral like the back of his hand, perfect to take you also to the most remote and special places. The personal approach and level of service by the team of bilingual guides will make you feel welcome and at ease. The

their coffee & pastry shop �Holzer� - a really sublime place to have coffee and cake or a delicious breakfast. The agency operates all year round.

Free breakfast �Desayuno Holzer� when booking a tour.

Dussen 317

Cell: +56 9 96371858 +56 672210700

[email protected] / www.tpe.cl

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PATAGONIA MARMOL TOUR The day tours of this agency with more than 30 years of experience are operated with modern and comfy vehicles with aircon. Sign in on a tour leaving from Coyhaique to Puerto Río Tranquilo to admire the famous Marble Chapels or opt for a tour that combines the chapels with a trip to the viewpoint of the Exploradores Glacier. Another popular trip is heading north, to the fairytale Parque Queulat, where you can explore its trails and impressive hanging glacier. The road to both destinations is gorgeous, regular photo stops will be made and the guide, bilingual if necessary, will tell you about the

region�s culture, history and traditions. It�s also possible to do a tour one way and to stay at the destination, a great solution when all public transport is full. All bookings are made via phone or email.

+56 672233286 / Cell: +56 9 93562138

www.patagoniamarmoltour.cl

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SENDEROS PATAGONIA - Camping & Horseback ridingSenderos Patagonia, opened from October to May, is a fantastic place to head to: it combines the option of pitching your tent or sleeping in a bed, a very high level of horseback riding & trekking expertise and a perfect location next to the Carretera Austral opposite of the village. The newly built refugio houses a matrimonial room, a spacious dorm with lockers, and shared bathrooms. People camping can also use the refugio�s kitchen, bathrooms and chill-out room. The horseback tours are amazing, with no over-sized groups, and their safety record is impeccable. Explore the valley on a 3 hour tour or do the full day combo of riding and trekking up to the Laguna Cerro Castillo and its glacier. The bilingual crew is also your perfect source of info on all your trekking adventures. And they offer guiding services, with all equipment & food, for the famous 4 day hike in the reserve.

Carretera Austral Km 100

Cell: +56 9 62244725 / 62057166 [email protected]

www.aysensenderospatagonia.com

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Located 95km south of Coyhaique, Villa Cerro Castillo feels more like a small settlement than a village, with only a few small streets and shops. But this little town is dominated by the impressive basalt spires and glaciers of its namesake, the Cerro Castillo National Reserve, a huge wild mountainous area with glaciers and spectacular views. Cerro Castillo has the ingredients to become �the new Torres del Paine� with the main difference that you will hardly find anyone there! Villa Cerro Castillo, at the south end of the park, is the perfect base to explore it. The people of the village are horseback riding specialists, and the Ibañez valley is a wonderful spot to go for a walk or ride. But the main attraction is going up into the park to the Cerro Castillo Lagoon at 1600m with jaw-dropping views of the lagoon, a hanging glacier and the valley. Go on horseback for the first half up and continue on foot, a really unforgettable and recommendable experience, or do the whole ascent with your own pure body strength. Hardcore hikers will definitely go for the 4-5 day hike starting from Las Horquetas Grandes at the northern entrance of the park, a spectacular high route via glaciers, rivers and lakes, ending in Villa Cerro Castillo. If you have all the equipment you can do the hike on your own, otherwise you can rent it or hire a local guide in the village (we recommend to hire a guide). A short 3km walk south from the village you�ll find the Aleros de las Manos, a natural rock shelter with interesting Tehuelche rock paitings. NO ATM OR PETROL!

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TURISMO AL GALOPE LA ARAUCARIAWalk from the Carretera Austral straight through the village to the end. Here you

with its big green grounds. It�s a nice place with space for lots of tents and it�s the only campsite in the area that has domes - a modern kind of big tent

spacious dining room, a kitchen and a ping pong table to challenge your fellow

a traditional way to prepare a juicy and delicious lamb. Something unique to experience! Felidor, the owner, also organizes horse riding tours. Hop on a horse to do a full-day horseback tour up to the Laguna Cerro Castillo or shorter ones in the valley. Open from October to April.

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Turismo Al Galope La Araucaria

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It�s just a small village on the shores of the magestic Lago General Carrera, but a place where every tourist has to stop. Why? The answer is simple... this place has loads of extraordinary activities on offer. A must for everybody is a boat or kayak tour to the Capillas de Marmól or Marble Chapels. Thousands of years of erosion by wind and water have resulted in a masterpiece of natural art. You�ll be imposed by the game of light and colour in the caverns and tunnels, and the lake�s transparent water.The recently constructed 77km long Camino a Exploradores, a fantastic scenic road which departs in town and goes to the Exploradores Bay, has opened up a lot of possibilities in the area. This windy road packed with glaciers, rivers and lakes is absolutely impressive and is the gateway to visit the mighty Exploradores Glacier, where amazing ice walks are possible.Due to this road Puerto Río Tranquilo has become the new hub to visit the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve San Rafael National Park and its famous San Rafael Lagoon and Glacier. The combination of driving the Camino a Exploradores, admiring the spectacular scenery, boating from the end of the road to the Laguna* San Rafael, gazing at this mind blowing glacier and experiencing the thundering noise and the tsunami-like waves when the ice falls down, makes it a very special experience. NO ATM BUT PETROL AVAILABLE!

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DESTIN0 PATAG0NIA - San Rafael Glacier Tours

Rafael glacier has a remote location, with no crowds at all. Destino Patagonia is based in Puerto Río Tranquilo, but the tour starts at the end of the Camino a Exploradores, a recently built 77km long spectacular road. Two local and friendly guides will take you on a 2,5hrs adventurous boat ride across the Rio Exploradores delta through a picture perfect landscape until you reach the San Rafael glacier. They offer full day trips where you can sip a free whiskey prepared with glacier ice while being stunned by the view and the thundering noise of

the glacier. They also have a 2 or 3 day tour with trekking possibilities and/or kayak trip if you like to be one of the few

(meals included in all trips). Destino Patagonia operates from September to April. English speaking guides available.

Gilberta Flores 208

Cell:+56 9 91586044 [email protected]

www.destinopatagonia.cl

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Puerto Río Tranquilo

HOSPEDAJE LA PAZHospedaje La Paz is a very good budget option in Puerto Río Tranquilo, located just 1 block from the Carretera Austral itself.

It�s a very homey place with a big living room with TV, run by a very sweet older couple: Domingo & Lidia. The rooms (singles, doubles, triples, quadruples) are nice and come with shared bathrooms.

Very handy is the hospedaje�s grocery shop, open from 8am - 11pm, with products ranging from different kinds of meat, cheese, bread, pasta, veggies

also welcome to purchase here.

La Paz is opened all year and laundry service is possible.

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Cell: +56 9 [email protected]

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TURISMO VALLE LEONESSign up for a horseback tour with Turismo Valle Leones, a local company with lots of experience and English speaking guides. They take you on a gorgeous trip to the Leones Valley 29 km south of Puerto

waterfalls, natural terraces and green forest. Or join the Puerto Río Tranquilo horseback tour, following the ancient rider�s tracks, from the time when there were no roads, and learn about the gaucho culture while admiring the

Turismo Valle Leones also organize treks in the Leones Valley to the Leones

located at the waterfront. Operating all year round.

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EL PUESTO EXPEDICIONESTo experience the greatness of the Exploradores glacier, to feel it and to be overwhelmed by its crystal blue colour, your best pick is without a doubt El Puesto Expediciones - the pioneers

the glacier. The nice wooden building at the glacier is theirs, a big plus to put

a quality product at a normal price, there�s no reason not to choose for them for a glacier walk, ice-climbing (also for beginners) or for camping on the glacier. A very popular & fun

El Puesto uses sea kayaks to guarantee your safety. Don�t underestimate the danger of renting a sit-on-top kayak on a lake of this size and its sudden weather changes & cold

Pedro Lagos 18 and a small ticket booth at the waterfront. Operating all year.

Pedro Lagos 18

+56 9 62073709 / 51893146

www.elpuesto.cl

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ECO HOSTEL DESTINO NO TURISTICOEco-conscious travellers will be stunned when they arrive at this bright and colourful off-the-beaten-track eco-hostel in Puerto Guadal�s countryside. The hostel and the place in general with its native forest is so beautiful that you�re gonna stay here longer than you intended. The spacious 6 bed dorm, the twin room, the shared bathrooms and the living room & kitchen are gorgeous, and camping is so peaceful. Marcelo and Rocío�s ecological and educative project is all about sustainable life with solar showers, parabolic sun cooker, composting toilets... Here you will learn, experience and get inspired with new ideas about recycling, renewable energies, solar cooking, organic agriculture and

permaculture. Guided visits to the project are also possible for non-guests. Closed: May to September, exact dates on the website.How to get there: Located 1,5 Km from Puerto Guadal town, on the �Camino Laguna La Manga� road. Check the website for bus information.

Camino Laguna La Manga km 1,5

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PUERTO GUADAL - Carretera Austral areaPuerto Guadal, also called �La Perla del Lago� (pearl of the lake), is a sleepy village located in a beautiful bay at the southwest end of the Lago General Carrera, 13km east of the Carretera Austral, and well worth the little detour. It�s 89km from Puerto Río Tranquilo and 112km from Chile Chico. Due to the pleasant micro-climate Puerto Guadal has more days of sunshine than any other village in the area! The view of the lake and the snowcapped mountains at the northwestern side is absolutely mind-blowing. This is an oasis of rest, to enjoy peace and quiet while relaxing at the beach or admiring the gorgeous views from a kayak. The nearby Falls of the Maquis River are really pretty. The river tumbles here over steep cliffs with multiple impressive waterfalls as a result. Do the nice hike up to see them all! And higher in the hills behind Puerto Guadal you can go back in time to very interesting fossil fields, a wonderful place to go for a hike or horseback ride with nice views of the lakes and the mountains. Laguna Manga is another option to walk to, a relaxed and quiet area. Puerto Guadal is also a nice base to go for a day trip to the rafting village Puerto Bertrand and its ultra blue Río Baker, just 25km away or to Puerto Río Tranquilo with the Marble Chapels & the Exploradores Glacier. There are bus services to Puerto Guadal from Chile Chico, Puerto Río Tranquilo, Cochrane and even Coyhaique. Check the website of Destino No Turistico for all the details (www.destino-noturistico.com). NO ATM!

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K0N-AIKEN Accommodation & Excursions

Kon-Aiken is located in the center of Chile Chico in the heart of Chilean Patagonia. It is a popular budget option in town and a place where you�ll meet a bunch of international travellers. A big property with 4 fully equipped cabins, a double room with private bathroom and some dorms of different sizes with shared bathrooms. Towels are included and breakfast is served. Kon-Aiken is also a place to camp. There is lots of space to pitch a tent and the high trees protect you from the strong winds. A kitchen and BBQ-grill are available for all guests and there is

a separate shower block for the campers. Book your trips with the owner Juan like kayaking on the General Carrera

Reserve in his own minivan.

Open year round!

Pedro Burgos 3

+56 672411598 Cell: +56 9 97950406

[email protected] www.kon-aiken.cl

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Chile Chico is located at the southern banks of the Lago General Carrera only 6km from the Argentinean border. Nature lovers and hikers should definitely visit the spectacular Jeinimeni National Reserve (65km from town) with steppe, rivers & lakes, colourful & spectacular rock formations, high peaks and vast valleys. It�s a wild park with lots of remote corners, and it�s amazing for trekking & horseriding, camping and wildlife spotting. The Piedra Clavada is a prominent 40m high vertical rock column and at La Cueva de Las Manos you can admire ancient rock paintings. Have a guess at which birds are present at the Laguna de los Flamencos, and don�t miss drop dead gorgeous Lago Jeinimeni & Lago Verde. More and more travellers cross from Jeinimeni to Parque Patagonia (Valle Chacabuco), a fantastic 2 or 3 day trek! But it�s not just about Jeinimeni here, Chile Chico�s nice location at the marvelous Lago General Carrera makes it also a terrific place to paddle a kayak around for a few hours or up to several days! Watching the sunrise from Chile Chico�s renewed lakeside promenade is great and going up the viewpoint next to the center is something easy to do. Many travellers cross the nearby border coming from Los Antiguos and the Ruta 40 in Argentina to enter the Carretera Austral region. Moving on from Chile Chico is possible by ferry-crossing to Puerto Ibañez to go to Villa Cerro Castillo or north. Taking a bus over the windy and narrow road westwards to Puerto Guadal is a gorgeous and exciting option, with stunning views over the Lago General Carrera.

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PATAGONIA ACTIVA - Trekking, Horseback riding & Kayaking Juan Pablo and Cristina are so eager to show you the natural beauty and local customs and traditions of the area and its people. He was born in Chile Chico and really knows the region by heart. Trekking and/or horseback riding in the Jeinimeini reserve is spectacular. Patagonia Activa opened up new and remote routes here and you could even cross from Jeinimeini to Parque Patagonia (Valle Chacabuco) with them. The kayak expeditions on the Lago General Carrera or Laguna Jeinimeini are also absolutely epic, and they have many more breathtaking destinations up their sleeve for you. The tours & expeditions

are always adapted to the group�s wishes and you�ll sleep or camp in the most unique and mind blowing natural spots. You�ll not regret choosing Patagonia Activa with its home base at the waterfront in Chile Chico. English spoken, operating all year round.

+56 9 87465579 +56 9 77001028

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CHILE CHICO

HOSPEDAJE DON LUISHalf a block from the plaza, in a perfect location, you�ll be welcomed with a big smile at Hospedaje Don Luis. Choose one of the nice rooms with shared or private bathroom, the latter with towels included, and show off your culinary skills in the kitchen before guzzling down your meal in the dining & living room. Yolanda and Romina can also provide breakfast, lunch or dinner on request. Their small campsite, also with a cabin, 1km from town, has a communal area for cooking with hot plates and cooking utensils. Here you can pick your lettuce from the veggie garden. They allow just a few people at a time here, so it�s relaxed and quiet, and bicycles can be used to go into town. Let them know at the hospedaje and they�ll bring you to the campsite. Open all year.

Balmaceda 175

Cell: +56 9 77644561 / [email protected]

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H0SPEDAJE Y CAMPING C0CHRANEYou�ll not expect a garden this size and this nice, at just one block from the main plaza. Pitch your tent under one of the trees and enjoy the hot water

names from people from all over the globe; the perfect place to meet up with fellow travellers and to swop your novel at their book exchange.

Craving for a real bed? They also have a small house opened all year round, with single or twin rooms and a living room with a stove and TV. The bathroom is shared and towels are included.

During camping season (September to April), a cooking area is provided in an outdoor space with roof. Patricia, your hostess, breaths passion for her job

and pampers her guests. She can make you a meal or organize laundry service and she will inform you in detail on how to discover the most special places around Cochrane! 10% off when

staying min. 3 nights! Hospedaje y Camping Cochrane

Dr.Steffens 451

+56 672522377Cell: +56 9 77664752

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Cochrane is the major village and hub of the south of the Carretera Austral. Try to spot the endangered huemul deer at the Tamango National Reserve (3-4 km from town) with the largest population in Chile of these shy creatures. The Río Cochrane going through the park is crystal clear. It�s so much fun to do the boat trips going upstream, the scenery is gorgeous. Tamango has nice trails for every level: from 1-2 hour walks to half, full day and multi-day treks. 18km north of Cochrane, Parque Patagonia (Valle Chacabuco) is the wildlife paradise of the Carretera Austral. It�s home to flamingos, foxes, armadillos, pumas, condors and herds of guanacos. The park is huge with different types of landscapes and a range of very attractive treks & campsites. More and more travellers also make the crossing from Parque Patagonia to the Jeinimeni National Reserve (Chile Chico area). The Cochrane area also invites you to hit the water: kayaking on Lake Cochrane or Esmeralda, or the mighty Río Baker. And diving or snorkelling in the former mentioned extremely clear Río Cochrane is a new exciting activity.The Monte San Lorenzo, 55km south, is a heaven for trekking & horseback riding with a refuge and campsites. Some people also attempt to summit this mountain, the second highest peak of Patagonia (3.706m). The gorgeous Calluqueo Glacier, also in San Lorenzo, is fairly new on the tourism map and is quickly gaining popularity. Taking the Carretera Austral 60km south of Cochrane, you�ll pass the side-way to Los Ñadis Valley. Here you�ll find campsites and the Río Baker ferocious El Saltón rapids & the spectacular El Corte San Carlos trail, carved out of the rocks to bypass the rapids. ATM (only Mastercard, no Visa) & PETROL AVAILABLE.

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RESIDENCIAL CHANITO & RESTAURANT It�s the cheapest option in town, you don�t have to go anywhere to buy food, and the location of this place is so incredibly convenient, situated at the entrance of Caleta Tortel, next to the parking lot. This means that you don�t

with all the boardwalks and stairways. Residencial Chanito has two 3 bed dorms and one matrimonial room, a communal bathroom, and a kitchen for use at the restaurant next door (at certain hours). Breakfast is optional or you can buy their delicious homemade bread at their little shop which also has veggies & fruit. At their restaurant various meals are offered for every

up your belly! Open all year round.

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CALETA TORTEL

Caleta Tortel is a unique isolated village at the mouth of the Río Baker, built up with boardwalks, footbridges and staircases instead of roads. Leg power brings you around the village, or you can take a water taxi. The scenery is beautiful; it�s surrounded by milky glacier water and breathtaking hills and mountains. Just strolling around, admiring the place�s extraordinary beauty and observing how the locals live in a special place like this, makes it already well worth going to Caleta Tortel. Close to the village�s entrance there�s also a trail going up with some magnificent panoramic views of town and the Río Baker�s delta. Jumping on a boat or kayak makes your Tortel experience complete. Just cruising around in the village�s area is marvelous, or join a longer tour to other great spots. Isla de los Muertos is located in the delta of the Río Baker. In the winter of 1906, the majority of a group of workers died here and nobody knows exactly what happened. The different theories and the mysterious graveyard on this lush green island will let your imagination run wild. Beautiful kayak tours descending the last part of the Río Baker, visiting the Isla de los Muertos, and ending with paddling on the area�s sea water are also possible. Caleta Tortel is also the point to organize the spectacular boat trip to the Steffen Glacier, located in the southern part of the Laguna San Rafael NP or to the Jorge Montt Glacier, a splendid glacier coming down from the famous Southern Ice Fields. Poor cameras! They�ll be working overtime shooting all those amazing views! Caleta Tortel has an excellent bus connection with Cochrane! No ATM or petrol station!

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TSONEK ECO CAMP & EXPEDICIONES A short 5 min. stroll from Villa O�Higgins center, at the north entrance of the village, will bring you to nature heaven called Tsonek Eco Camp, a famous meeting spot for travellers and adventurers from all over the world. It�s located in a beautiful forest where you can set up your tent on one of the special platforms. The cozy communal area is the center point of the camp where people cook, chitchat and warm up in front of the wood stove. Tsonek is eco in the true sense of the word. Everything is built here with recycled materials, all energy is self-generated and waste is recycled. But Mauricio and Julia, the super friendly owners, do so much more than just running the camp. They are topnotch guides, perfect to take you trekking or bird watching in the divine Villa O�Higgins� area with its Patagonian forest, lakes, rivers and glaciers. They speak English, French, Italian & Spanish. We bet you�re gonna stay here longer than planned! Open all year.

At the time of writing Tsonek was planning to equip some platforms with roofs and to build a dorm.

Carretera Austral s/n VILLA O�HIGGINS

Cell: +56 9 78929695 [email protected] www.tsonek.cl

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VILLA O’HIGGINS

When you arrive in Villa O�Higgins you�ve reached the end of the Carretera Austral, or if you�ve made the crossing from Argentina your journey on this mythical road is about to start! The real end of the Carretera Austral is in fact 7km south of Villa O�Higgins at Bahía Bahamondes. Don�t forget to take a snapshot here with the official sign! Villa O�Higgins is located at the stunning O�Higgins Lake, one of the biggest lakes in Patagonia. The region�s wildlife is abundant with different species of birds and the endangered huemul deer. The tourist office has a basic map with great day hikes to e.g. the Cerro Santiago, Glaciar Mosco or Tigre and the Altavista trail. Definitely explore some of these! Villa O�Higgins is also the entry point for the gigantic Southern Patagonian Ice Fields. Sign up for a (multi-day) ice hike or why not an adventurous expedition to experience them to the fullest. Different boats leave from Villa O´Higgins (Nov-Mar) to cross the lake to Candelario Mansilla (2,5hrs), and some of them continue to the awe-inspiring O�Higgins glacier with its spectacular walls. Candelario Mansilla is the place to get off if you want to hike to the famous viewpoint of the O�Higgins glacier or to start the adventurous crossing to El Chaltén in Argentina. Get ready for 22km of hiking or biking to Lago del Desierto, a 30 min boat ride, and a 1,5 hr bus or 40km bike ride to El Chaltén. (2 day trip: accommodation available in Candelario Mansilla & Lago del Desierto). It�s also possible by horse with an all-in package provided by an operator. Tip: the area of Villa O�Higgins & El Chaltén is one of Patagonia�s best trekking areas with an amazing amount of incredible trails. Get the superb map(s) created by the people of the Robinson Crusoe Deep Patagonia Lodge in Villa O�Higgins. No ATM.

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Puerto Natales is the point of entry to Torres del Paine National Park. It�s a very pleasant town with beautiful views of the surrounding water and mountains. Most travellers spend some nights here before and after they go to the park. It�s the place to organize your park visit whether that means booking a tour or your park accommodation, signing up for a thrilling activity, stocking up your food supplies or renting/buying the equipment you�re missing.While you�re based in Puerto Natales, plan an excursion to the Milodón Cave, an archaeological site named after the milodón, a now extinct animal whose remains

were found in the cave. Climb to the summit of Dorotea Sierra, to get a great panorama of the town as well as the fjords and mountains in the area. Visit Bernardo O�Higgins National Park and take a boat trip to feel tiny next to the Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers.

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HOSPEDAJE & SUPERMERCADO CORDILLERA Hospedaje Cordillera consists of 2 buildings, the main house and a newly built part, with the supermarket in-between. Both houses have a communal living room and kitchen, and the various rooms with or without private bathroom are nice, especially the ones in the new part with its extremely comfy and modern showers. After a heavenly shower in the morning and drying yourself with the provided towels, a delicious breakfast is served with cheese, ham, eggs and homemade marmalade and bread. Enjoy your stay at Hospedaje Cordillera with its lovely owner Mirta. At the supermarket, between both houses, you can buy about everything, from food to spare bicycle parts,

international plugs and chargers, situated at just 1,5 block from the town�s plaza and 1 block from the bus terminal. Can it get any more convenient? Open all year.

Lago Salto 302VILLA O�HIGGINS

+56 672431829 /Cell: 9 97796144 [email protected]

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FANTÁSTIC0 SUR - Treks & L0dging

refugios, campsites or cabins in the famous Torres del Paine NP. They offer full packages, self-guided or with a guide, to tackle the W-Circuit with everything included, like accommodation, transport & food, so you have nothing to worry about! Their professional staff and clear website will help you plan and book your park visit and accommodation, whether you want to sleep in a refugio dorm bed, a cozy cabin, a domo or want to pitch your tent in the great outdoors. As well as booking a full package you can just secure your place to sleep (often necessary due to the popularity of the park). Seperate options like meals, sheets (in a made

up bed), sleeping bags, camping equipment, ready pitched tents, and transport are also possible. Accommodation opened from mid September to the end of April. English spoken.

Puerto Natales +56 612614184

[email protected] www.fantasticosur.com

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PUERTO NATALES - TORRES DEL PAINEThe renowned Torres del Paine National Park, located 147km from Puerto Natales, is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve since 1978 and it recently got chosen as the 8th Wonder of the World. This park will simply knock your socks off with its natural beauty, a landscape filled with lakes, rivers, waterfalls, glaciers, mountains and of course the famous granite towers that gave the park its name. It�s also home of an impressive range of animals like guanacos, ñandus*, foxes, pumas, skunks, condors, eagles, flamingos, etc. The possibilities to discover the park are endless. Get those boots dirty at this trekking paradise at one of the several day hikes, the popular 4 to 5 day W-Circuit or the 7 to 8 day O-Circuit. Put on those crampons and enter the massive Grey Glacier, hit the water with a paddle and kayak the lakes, rivers or in between gigantic icebergs, pump up those muscles and climb a challenging wall, mount a horse and gallop around like a pro, launch that bait in the water and catch a huge fish, cruise the lakes on a ship and admire the scenery or imagine being an 18th century explorer and do a multi-day expedition to the most remote corners of the park. A lot of people opt to sleep in a tent or in a refugio dorm bed in the park. Keep in mind that camping spots and refugio beds often are booked up quickly in high season, making a reservation in advance essential. The weather can be very harsh and changeable, dress in layers and take a good waterproof wind stopper and hiking boots. There are daily buses from Puerto Natales, stopping at different spots in the park. Inform where to get off depending of what your plans are.

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1,5 block from the main plaza. The basic but also cheap backpackers comprises of dorms (with lockers) and double or triple rooms, all with shared bathroom. Kitchen at your disposal and breakfast provided. Backpackers closed July & August.

The agency offers several trips & tickets (Torres del Paine, Perito Moreno glacier, horse riding, bus tickets, glacier boat tours, kayak trips), and rents out quality camping/trekking gear to tackle the

English & German spoken. Open all year.

CARFRAN PATAG0NIA & BACKPACKERS ARKYA

10% off on accommodation and agency�s services!

Looking for a tranquil spot and more comfort? Head to their second property Hostal Arkya, 3 blocks from the bus terminal, on Manuel Bulnes 1494, with private rooms, towels, and full breakfast. Open all year.

H0STAL ARKYA

Carfran Patagonia

Prat 367 +56 612413600

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PATAG0NIA ADVENTURE H0STEL & ORBIT PATAG0NIA

With a hostel and a tourism agency at the same place, you can sort out your rest and play both at once! Patagonia Adventure Hostel, in a traditional style wooden house, has dorms, doubles, twins and triple rooms (all w/shared bath and heating) with an ideal location as the only hostel on the main plaza. Guests can use the full kitchen, luggage storage and there is an indoor climbing wall!

Their travel agency, ORBIT Patagonia, is located in the hostel and the bilingual staff can organize visits to Torres del Paine, Perito Moreno, Cueva del Milodon, glacier boat trips, visits to the penguins on Magdalena and Marta islands, horse riding, kayaking, rock climbing, and trekking the W circuit and

the larger O. The professional service uses all their own transport and guides, and you can also hire all your outdoors equipment and tents with them.

Tomas Rogers 179+56 612411028

[email protected]

Patagonia Adventure Hostel

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H0STAL FRANCIS DRAKEHostal Francis Drake has an ideal location right only being two block from the sea front, the main plaza and centre of town with all the restaurants, bars and shopping within walking distance. A comfortable and clean colonial style house, the 20 rooms (single, double and triple) each have a private bathroom,

mountain peaks. A hearty breakfast of coffee, tea, milk, serial, yoghurt, cheese, ham, bread, juice, pastries and hot chocolate will set you up well for the day.The staff can help you book your own tour to see Torres del Paine mountain

range, Perito Moreno glacier and other nearby glaciers whether you want to visit them by boat or in their own private vehicles. Closed June to August.

Phillipi 383+56 612411553

[email protected] www.hostalfrancisdrake.com

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Bulnes 769+56 612410734

T0UR EXPRESSPatagonia is a magical, mystical and sometimes

some real world treasures here but you need to have a bit of know how and Tour Express can help you with that. Located in

of modern, specially equipped vehicles are driven with care and constantly renewed. With their expertise and knowledge they will show you some highlights of Chilean and Argentinean Patagonia including:

- Regular services to Torres del Paine National Park all year around.- Private services for groups and individuals to Torres del Paine, Milodon cave, Punta Arenas, Penguin colony (Chile), El Calafate,

- Trekking programs.

Tour Express offers a quality service thanks to the combination of experience and knowledge of their territory with the sole aim of living the best experience in Patagonia.

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BUS-SUR

Bus-Sur is a very dependable company to head to the Torres

around in the south of Patagonia.

and Punta Arenas, and also a ticket booth in the bus stations of El Calafate,

Check their website for the exact timetables!

Bus-Sur� routes: (always operated in both directions)

Puerto

Tel: +56 612412011

Tel: +56 [email protected] / www.bussur.com

bus-sur magallanes

ANTARES BIG F00T PATAG0NIA

in adventure tourism. Professional and

of the world take care of your safety during your (multi-day) trekking the W-circuit, ice hike or kayak trip. Antares has a fully equipped Big Foot base camp and exclusivity to operate ice hiking and kayaking at the famous Grey Glacier in the Torres del Paine

overwhelmed by the crystal-clear blue ice and the enormous crevasses and caves. Another amazing activity is kayaking in between the huge ice blocks that have broken off the glacier, you�ll feel miniature alongside them. This is

an experience you�ll be bragging about for years!

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Pedro Montt 161 +56 612414611

[email protected] www.bigfootpatagonia.comwww.antarespatagonia.com

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PUNTA ARENAS

Punta Arenas is the southernmost (continental) city in America located on the shores of the Magellan Strait. Despite its remoteness, it has the most developed urban centre in Chilean Patagonia. Wander around downtown Plaza de Armas or the new coastal boulevard, dig your camera out to get a panoramic shot of the city from the Mirador del Cerro* de la Cruz, sip a cocktail in the casino�s Sky Bar with amazing views over the strait, take advantage of their tax-free shopping centre (Zona Franca) for buying trekking equipment, buy a souvenir and eat a typical dish at the Mercado Municipal, contemplate the city�s history in the gorgeous ornate municipal cemetery, and check out the monument to Magellan or the interesting museums (Maggiorino Borgatello, Regional, Armada de Chile, Militar Palacio Sara Braun and Instituto de la Patagonia). Venturing out of town, pretend your name is Ferdinand and kayak on the strait, travel to Isla Magdalena or Seno Otway and waddle like a penguin amongst thousands (October-March), take the ferry for a day trip to Porvenir in Tierra del Fuego, visit the mighty Fort Bulnes with its ocean views, put on your boots and do the 4 day trekking to Cape Froward, hike around Reserva Forestal Magallanes and discover Pali-Aike National Park or what the native Patagones used to call �Devil�s Country�.

PATAG0NIA H0USE - H0stel & Travel

An experienced crew welcomes you at Patagonia House Hostel & Travel, in the centre of Punta Arenas, at a 5 min walk from the main plaza and just a few blocks from the sea, city market and supermarket. Double rooms or dorms with ensuite or shared bathroom (all with brekkie), they have it all, and the large kitchen is at your disposal. It�s a typical travellers place, ideal to meet people, basic but with a nice atmosphere, and cheap! Free pick-up from the bus station & laundry service possible. Hostel open all year.

Book your outings at their in-house travel agency. Tours with bilingual guides, operated from mid October to April: Penguin colony Isla Magdalena & Seno

Otway, Sea lion colony of Isla Marta, Fort Bulnes, Cape Froward & Cruz de los Mares, Torres del Paine, City Tours, Rent a Car, Bus tickets...

Av. Independencia 416


www.patagoniahouse.net

Hostal Patagoniahouse

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Pedro Montt 962+56 612224819

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ADEL - RENT A CAR Y TURISM0The best way to get around Punta Arenas and explore the area is through the luxury of your own car � go where you like, dictate your own time schedule and feel free!

ADEL Rent a Car is located on the same block as the

The bilingual staff will give you advice and information about driving around the area and if you hire a car for 3 days or more there is no mileage limit. So get your driving gloves on, and let loose in Patagonia!

KAYAK & H0RSEBACK RIDING AGUA FRESCA They organize breathtaking kayak trips with common sightings of sea lions & albatrosses and dolphins popping up next to you in the gorgeous setting of the Strait of Magellan and exciting & entertaining horseback rides through the coast�s beautiful area. The possibilities are ample: 1/2 day, full day or multi day kayak tours & expeditions and adventurous

Or gallop on a horse through an environment that includes steppe and beech forest with amazing views of the Strait of Magellan. Tours last between 1,5 and 2 hours. (also combinable with a 1/2 kayak tour)

The transfer from Punta Arenas, all equipment and snacks/meals are included! Operating all year round!

Payments via Webpay & Paypal possible on the website!

Contact them via email mentioning Get South and get 10% off!

+56 9 91618824+56 9 96555073

[email protected] www.kayakaguafresca.com

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�Adobe: mud brick construction�Albergue/Hostal: hostel�Amigo: friend�Asado: barbeque�Barco: boat/ship�Barrio: neighbourhood�Bodegas: wineries�Boliche: clubs, discos�Bosque: forest�Buceo: scuba diving�Buena onda: good vibe�Cabaña: cabin, cottage�Cabildo: old town hall�Cancha: fútbol stadium�Cañón: canyon�Cardón: giant cactus�Cascada: waterfall�Castillo: castle�Cerro: hill�Ciudad: city �Che: hey�Chicas: girls�Choripán: sausage in a bun�Cordillera: mountain range�Desayuno: breakfast�Desierto: desert�Dulce de leche: caramel�Estancia: ranches�Estero: marshal�Fogón: bonfire�Fútbol: soccer, football�Gauchos: Argentinean cowboys, in Chile called �huasos��Guanaco: small llama�Hospedaje: budget accommodation�Iglesia: church�Isla: island

�Lago: lake�Laguna: lagoon�Locro: an Andean stew dish �Lomito: a tasty sandwich made with beef, chicken or pork�Mariscos: shellfish�Mate: traditional tea drunk from a gourd with a metal straw�Micro: local bus (Chile)�Milanesas: deep fried or oven baked breaded veal or chicken �Mina: mine, chick (girl)�Mochilero: backpacker�Montaña: mountain�Novio/a: boy/girlfriend�Ñandú: South American ostrich�Palacio: palace�Parque: park�Parrilla: grill�Peña: places to enjoy traditional music, dances and local food �Picada: local nibbles platter�Playa: beach�Plaza: square�Pololo/a: boy/girlfriend (Chile)�Porteño: Buenos Aires or Valparaíso native�Posada: inn�Pueblo: town�Puerto: port�Quebrada: gorge�Río: river�Salar/Salinas: salt flats�Teatro: theatre�Tren: train�Valle: valley�Vino: wine

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