Top Patagonia Trips & Tours in December 2026

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Torres del Paine O Circuit

Small Group Trek - 10 Day Itinerary

• Trek John Gardner Pass
• Circle Paine Massif
• Witness the Towers
• Enjoy camping

Starts / Ends

Puerto Natales / Punta Arenas

Activity Level

Challenging

Circle the iconic Paine Massif as you trek on the O Circuit through some of Torres del Paine's most challenging terrain, experiencing the wild beauty of southern Chile on this 10-day hiking adventure on the full Paine Circuit.

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from $2,800

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Highlights of the W Trek with Glamping

Torres del Paine - 5 Day Itinerary

• Hike the famous W Trek trails
• See Pingo Valley's elusive deer
• Explore Grey Glacier up close
• Hike to Lago Toro Lookout
• Discover wetlands of Laguna Azul

Starts / Ends

Puerto Natales / Laguna Azul

Activities

Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Camping

Activity Level

Challenging

Set out on the highlights of the W Trek in Torres del Paine and discover well-known locations such as Grey Glacier, Las Torres, and French Valley. Hike with 360° views of the Paine River and Southern Patagonia Icefield, spot wildlife in Pingo Valley, and savor breathtaking views of the Paine Massif. Each night, unwinding back at the Riverside Basecamp.

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from $38,140

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The Great Austral Loop

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

• Observe New Island penguins
• Visit South Georgia’s Gold Harbor
• Observe whales, seals, and seabirds
• Explore Salisbury Plain

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 19-day cruise from Buenos and Ushuaia to Antarctica aboard Le Lyrial. Explore the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Experience Zodiac landings, wildlife encounters, glaciers, and historic polar routes.

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from $6,966

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W Brush Trek

Torres del Paine Trek - 8 Day Itinerary

• Hike the famous W Trek
• Explore Grey Glacier up close
• Explore French Valley
• Enjoy backcountry glamping

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Santiago

Activity Level

Challenging

On this six-day hiking trip, explore notable attractions of the W Trek as well as visit remote trails within the Park. Spend evenings at campsite areas of Refugio's, immersing in nature. This tour concludes at EcoCamp Patagonia, a renowned sustainable hotel that harmonizes innovative eco-living, delicious food, yoga, and award-winning service.

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from $4,920

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Explora Patagonia National Park

5 Day Itinerary

• Enjoy adventure sports
• View Patagonian wildlife
• Learn Patagonia history

Starts / Ends

Explora - Patagonia National Park / Explora - Patagonia National Park

Activities

Horseback Riding, Spa Relaxation, Wine Tasting

Activity Level

Easy Active

The Explora lodge in the Patagonia National Park is the ideal starting point for a trip to the Aysén region. With their off-the-beaten-path adventure, Explora delves deeper into the natural landscapes of this region than anybody else has done before.

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from $1,426

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Hiking Bariloche

5 Day Itinerary

• Hike Cerrito Llao Llao
• Enjoy bird watching at El Tambo
• Explore Guillelmo lake

Starts / Ends

Bariloche / Bariloche

Activity Level

Moderate

Discover Bariloche, the principal city of the Argentine Lakes District and a great base camp for enjoying various outdoor activities.

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from $1,568

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El Calafate - Perito Moreno Glacier

3 Day Itinerary

• Take a boat across Lago Argentino
• Walk on Perito Moreno Glacier

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience the massive Perito Moreno glacier up close and intimate as gigantic chunks fall off and crash into the lake below creating a spectacular show of the powers of nature. Zodiac across Lago Argentino and have lunch picnicking on the lateral moraine of the glacier.

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from $7,195

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Darwin's Route from Ushuaia

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ventus Australis

• Learn about the great navigators
• Zodiac to Porter Glacier
• Walk near Aguila Glacier’s lagoon
• Learn about Magellanic penguins

Activities

Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 9-day Patagonia adventure aboard MV Ventus Australis, tracing Darwin’s historic route through the Fuegian Archipelago, round-trip from Ushuaia, to the breathtaking landscapes at the world’s end.

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from $1,502

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Classic Bariloche

4 Day Itinerary

• Visit regional craft beer factories
• Enjoy unique views of Bariloche
• Kayak at Lake Nahuel Huapi

Starts / Ends

Bariloche / Bariloche

Activities

Kayaking

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover Bariloche, the principal city of the Argentine Lakes District, and a great base camp for enjoying various outdoor activities on this 4-day Patagonia tour.

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from $750

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Spirit of Glaciers

2 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Santa Cruz

• Scenic Navigation
• Upsala and Spegazzini Glaciers
• Guided Excursions
• Unforgettable Experiences
• Gourmet Dining

Starts / Ends

El Calafate / El Calafate

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 2-day Spirit of Glaciers cruise aboard the MV Santa Cruz to explore Patagonia’s stunning beauty. Designed for comfort and adventure, the cruise features towering glaciers, serene waterways, and lush forests. Enjoy guided excursions, cozy accommodations, and gourmet dining for an unforgettable experience.

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from $1,508

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Hotel del Paine - Torres del Paine

3 Day Itinerary

• Hike to the Base of the Towers
• 4x4 adventure through the Park
• Choose your own way to explore

Activity Level

Moderate

For those who are short on time but big on adventure, take advantage of our quick Torres del Paine extension. Rest and relax at Hotel del Paine or adventure through Torres del Paine National Park. Hike in gorgeous landscapes and jagged glaciated ranges as you explore vast expanses on this Patagonia tour.

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from $657

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Beagle Navigation, Martillo Island and Estancia Harberton

1 Day Itinerary

• Cruise Beagle Channel by boat
• Spot sea lions and seabirds
• Explore Martillo Island in summer
• Explore Estancia Harberton ranch

Activity Level

Easy Active

This day trip from Ushuaia takes you to see Magellanic & Gentoos penguins, albatrosses, petrels, skuas, cormorants, vultures, South American Terns and other birds. After the hike, you will get back to historical Estancia Harberton for lunch and time at leisure at this historical Patagonian outpost.

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from $370

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Lakes Off Road

1 Day Itinerary

• Views the stunning Lago Escondido
• Off-road journey via Andes Mt Range
• Sample an Argentine lunch

Activity Level

Relaxed

This full-day trip from Ushuaia, Argentina lets you explore the Southern Andes Mountain Range on an off-road adventure. Explore the view of Lago Escondido (Hidden Lake), a little wonder that hides at the bottom of a valley, from Garibaldi Pass. Continue onward in a 4x4 vehicle through the forest and across rivers toward the shore of Fagnano Lake.

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from $184

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Magdalena Island Penguin Colony

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

On this day trip from Punta Arenas, Chile, take a zodiac out on the Strait of Magellan to Magdalena Island where you will see over 100,000 penguins or hike to the lighthouse through the penguin colony. Enjoy the comic antics of these delightful creatures at close range.

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from $3,997

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Patagonian Explorer: Ushuaia to Punta Arenas

Ushuaia to Punta Arenas - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ventus Australis

• Visit Cape Horn National Park
• Admire Wulaia Bay's natural beauty
• Hike at spectacular Pia Glacier

Starts / Ends

Ushuaia / Punta Arenas

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego on a 5-day expedition cruise aboard MV Ventus Australis from Ushuaia to Punta Arenas. This cruise offers an immersive experience through remote fjords, icy landscapes, and historic sites.

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from $1,611

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Perito Moreno Big Ice Adventure

1 Day Itinerary

• Admire the Perito Moreno glaciers
• See blue lagoons and caves
• Enjoy lunch on the ice

Activity Level

Challenging

The Perito Moreno is one of the world's most magnificent glaciers. Trek along the glacier's front walls for approximately three and a half hours with your guide. Along the way, your guide stops to explain the ice formations and surrounding areas.

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from $753

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Creston Glacier

1 Day Itinerary

• See the glacier and Crestón hill
• Hike to Creston Glacier
• Walk through a large lenga forest

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El Chalten / El Chalten

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience a strenuous hike with 900 meters of elevation gain on this 6-hour trek to Creston Glacier.

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from $819

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Perito Moreno Glacier Trekking

1 Day Itinerary

• Hike Perito Moreno Glacier
• Take a Lago Argentino boat ride
• Enjoy lunch atop Perito's glaciers

Activity Level

Easy Active

Trek the Perito Moreno Glacier, which is more than three miles wide and more than twenty stories high at its front. Take a boat across Lago Argentino and pass the massive front wall of blue ice. Enjoy lunch sitting on the lateral moraine of the glacier and listen to its thunderous concerto of groaning and cracking ice dropping into the lake below.

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