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History and Geography of Patagonia

These descriptions of Patagonia, one of the most remote and strikingly beautiful destinations in the world, will definitely leave any traveler with a sense of wanderlust. Travelers have endless opportunities for active adventures, wildlife encounters, and taking in spectacular scenery!
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Double the Adventure

Before embarking on a journey, you put a lot of effort into deciding where to go, preparing, and researching. While taking the time to organize a trip, why not plan to see TWO destinations? There are so many possible combinations of places that are easy to see during one adventure, and we love customizing these fusion trips for our travelers! …
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5 Ways to do Peru

Ancient ruins, charming people, delicious food, wildlife-rich jungles...Peru truly has something to offer any traveler! With so much to see and so many ways to see it, deciding on one of our Peru trip itineraries can prove challenging. Here are a few recommended ways of exploring the country based on specific personal interests and preferences.
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Meet our Peru guides

Adventure Life guides are the unsung heroes whose efforts create amazing experiences for our travelers. They will become like family as they guide you through Peru, and we wanted to give you the opportunity to get to know a little about them before your trip!
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Sacred Valley Revealed

Just an hour drive from Cusco, the glorious Sacred Valley remains a living relic of Inca culture with terraced mountainsides with fortresses built into the towering Andes, and the raging Urubamba River below. Don't miss the market town of Pisac and spectacular Ollantaytambo a living Inca city below a towering fortress.
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Get to know Choquequirao

Little known to the world, this ancient Peruvian city is often referred to as Machu Picchu's sister city. However, we wholeheartedly believe it is a worthy destination on its own. Deemed the "Lost City of the Incas," Machu Picchu is not so nameless anymore with more than one million visitors every year. T
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Andean Multisport in Peru

Our new Andean Multisport trip offers mountain biking and a half-day hike on a remote section of the Inca Trail to hike down to the Apurimac River.
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Adventure Lifer, Lynessa, Heads to Peru

Starting off our staff travels for 2010, Adventure Life's fantastic office manager and gate-keeper, Lynessa Nelson, is readying for a Peru adventure with her husband, Matt. Next week, Lynessa and Matt will hop on a plane from the Missoula airport to Lima, Peru. The first leg of their Peru journey is on the floating reed islands of Lake Titicaca, …
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Itching for a Patagonia Trek? Find the best routes to Torres del Paine

The remoteness of Patagonia' Torres del Paine allows the park to continue to boast its incredible pristine environment and natural beauty. Because of this remoteness, it is a little adventure in itself just getting to the park. Whether you're coming from Argentina or Chile, we can get you to the park. Here's a little direction on what routes we'll …
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Top 5 Adventure Activities to Enjoy on a Chile Tour

From the stark and stunning Atacama Desert, to its legendary Patagonia peaks, a Chile tour provides an outdoor playground for adventure enthusiasts and offers a landscape that seems tailor-made for the active adventure traveler. There is no shortage of options to actively explore Chile and here are five of our favorites ways to do just …
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A Sample Menu from our Inca Trail Treks in Peru

The Inca Trail offers a hardy hike. Therefore, your appetite is sure to be the same! The quality of food that you will enjoy along this trek is impressive given the fact that it is all transported by your porters. This article gives you an idea of what you can expect to eat along your journey, including a sample menu.
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The Argentinian Estancias

Take a look at the Argentinian \"estancia\" history and daily life. Learn more about local customs and what to expect before your trip.
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Lago Argentino

Argentinian Lake is the source of the Santa Cruz River in Argentina and the third largest lake in South America. Discover more interesting facts about the lake before your trip.
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Tierra del Fuego

For the wildlife enthusiast the Tierra del Fuego is a great place to spot many different species of animals. Shared by both Chile and Argentina, Tierra del Fuego is a top choice for Patagonia tours.
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Patagonia Land Trust

Learn about the Trust and their mission to acquire, restore and preserve the fragile forests, grasslands and coast of South America's Patagonia.
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Perito Moreno Glacier

Among the 356 glaciers within the Parque Nacional de Los Glaciares, the Perito Moreno is the most outstanding. Travelers have the opportunity to sail around this massive icescape or even trek on the glacier itself! However you experience it, Perito Moreno is sure to be an awe-inspiring part of your Argentina trip.
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El Chalten

The frontier town of El Chalten becomes an international hub in the summer, as peak baggers from all corners of the world descend on this picturesque town.
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Whitewater Rafting

A relatively recent addition to the list of things-to-do in Chile, where whitewater rafting trips have made their name.
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The Breaking of the Perito Moreno Glacier

The Perito Moreno Glacier forms an ice dike that blocks the flow of the water from Brazo Rico toward Argentinian Lake. Changes occur in the glacier to create a phenomena where the two lake basin connect for a day or two.
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European Settlement in Tierra del Fuego

In 1520 a European vessel exploring foreign waters came across what is today known as Tierra del Fuego. Look at the historical visits to Patagonia and various influences of European settlement.
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What Is A Glacier?

This article defines what a glacier is and the different types of glaciers. Take a look at some common glacier terms that are helpful before your Patagonia tour.
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Unforgettable Patagonia

This article tells about the history of Patagonia and the effects with Indigenous and European settlement. Also look at the North and South regions and their geography.
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Best Routes to Torres del Paine

Whether you’re coming from Argentina or Chile, here’s a little direction on what routes we’ll take, and what to expect from your drive to those legendary spines.
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Threats to Biodiversity Are Mounting

This article explains some of the current and ongoing threats to the bio-regions in Patagonia: logging, clearcuts, oil drilling, oil fouling, and commercial fishing.
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