Tips for travelling in Patagonia. Find hotels, trekking trails, travel agencies, rent a car, restaurantes and everything you need to know. Know patagonia before you come. A friendly guide to chilean patagonia.http://www.welcomepatagonia.comhttp://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssMon, 8 Aug 2005 17:55:08 -0400Mon, 8 Aug 2005 17:54:44 -0400FeedForAll v1.0 (1.0.0.2) unlicensed versionPatagonia is one of the most amazing places in the world. A land with a lot of history. A land of mountains, lakes, hills, beautiful flora and fauna with the past of aborigins known for its huge footprints, (that is why is called patagonia). A missionary called Padre Agostini said: "The Paine massif is unrivaled...In its colors and form it is without doubt one of the most fantastic and spectacular sights that human imagination can concieve." The national park (with an area of 2,400 km2) is a popular hiking destination. There are clearly marked paths and many refugios which provide shelter and basic services. Views are breathtaking. Imagine a baby puma at 2 feet distance, or the beautiful bandurrias as they spread their wings, amazing sunsets, birds, flowers, panoramic views of hte cities and landscapes. We invite you to visit this guide with great images and tips for travelers who are planning to come to Patagonia. GETTING THERE: There are many direct or one-stop flights from major cities to Santiago de Chile and then at least 3 daily flights to Punta Arenas which is 4 hours from Santiago de Chile (2000 miles). To travel by water you can take a cruise to Puerto Natales from Puerto Montt in an amazing 3 day trip by south channels. TRAVEL TIPS: Southern weather can be unpredictable. Consider taking with you and wearing multiple layers of clothes in response to a wide variety of temperatures and weather conditions. Experiencing Patagonia on a low budget is possible, though it requires planning. From October to March room prices are higher. Winter months are becoming increasingly popular, particularly for the sport activities. At this time of year hotel rates drop by as much as half. We wish you a nice and safe trip! Best wishes, Marcelo Kunstmann Visit us at: http://www.welcomepatagonia.com/puntaarenas/photogallery. html Beautiful pictures of Patagonia http://www.welcomepatagonia.com/puntaarenas/excursions.h tml All about excursions, trekking and places to visit in Punta Arenas http://www.welcomepatagonia.com/puntaarenas/hotels.html All about hotels in Punta Arenas http://www.welcomepatagonia.com for more information on travel to Patagonia. http://www.welcomepatagonia.com/torresdelpaine/excursions .html All about travel agencies in Punta Arenashttp://www.welcomepatagonia.com/puntaarenas/photogallery.htmlMon, 8 Aug 2005 17:54:44 -0400Patagonia is one of the most amazing places in the world. A land with a lot of history. A land of mountains, lakes, hills, beautiful flora and fauna with the past of aborigins known for its huge footprints, (that is why is called patagonia). A missionary called Padre Agostini said: "The Paine massif is unrivaled...In its colors and form it is without doubt one of the most fantastic and spectacular sights that human imagination can concieve." The national park (with an area of 2,400 km2) is a popular hiking destination. There are clearly marked paths and many refugios which provide shelter and basic services. Views are breathtaking. Hikers can opt for a day trip to see the towers, walk the popular "W" route in about five days, or trek the full circle in 8-9 days. It is a national park and thus hikers are not allowed to stray from the paths. Camping is only allowed at specified campsites, and wood fires are prohibited in the whole park. There are more than 40 trails and excursions to do in southern chilean patagonia. In Punta Arenas you can enjoy watching the penguins in Otway Sound and in Magdalena Island from december. Fuerte Bulnes, a fort full of history of strong men who struggled to keep alive in these faraway lands with stone cold temperatures. Estancia Rio de los Ciervos is a typical farm where you can have an "asado" or lamb barbacue. In Torres del Paine National Park there are great trekking and navigation trails, like the W or the whole circuit rounding the Paine mountain range for 10 days with amazing views of Campo de Hielo Sur, Grey Glacier, Dickson Glacier, Paine River, Grey Lake and so much more. GETTING THERE: There are many direct or one-stop flights from major cities to Santiago de Chile and then at least 3 daily flights to Punta Arenas which is 4 hours from Santiago de Chile (2000 miles). To travel by water you can take a cruise to Puerto Natales from Puerto Montt in an amazing 3 day trip by south channels. TRAVEL TIPS: Southern weather can be unpredictable. Consider taking with you and wearing multiple layers of clothes in response to a wide variety of temperatures and weather conditions. Experiencing Patagonia on a low budget is possible, though it requires planning. From October to March room prices are higher. Winter months are becoming increasingly popular, particularly for the sport activities. At this time of year hotel rates drop by as much as half. We wish you a nice and safe trip! Best wishes, Marcelo Kunstmann Visit us at: http://www.welcomepatagonia.com/puntaarenas/excursions.h tml All about excursions, trekking and places to visit in Punta Arenas http://www.welcomepatagonia.com/puntaarenas/hotels.html All about hotels in Punta Arenas http://www.welcomepatagonia.com for more information on travel to Patagonia. http://www.welcomepatagonia.com/torresdelpaine/excursions .html All about travel agencies in Punta Arenashttp:www.welcomepatagonia.com/puntaarenas/excursions.htmlMon, 8 Aug 2005 17:54:44 -0400Patagonia is one of the most amazing places in the world. A land with a lot of history. A land of mountains, lakes, hills, beautiful flora and fauna with the past of aborigins known for its huge footprints, (that is why is called patagonia). A missionary called Padre Agostini said: "The Paine massif is unrivaled...In its colors and form it is without doubt one of the most fantastic and spectacular sights that human imagination can concieve." The national park (with an area of 2,400 km2) is a popular hiking destination. There are clearly marked paths and many refugios which provide shelter and basic services. Views are breathtaking. Hikers can opt for a day trip to see the towers, walk the popular "W" route in about five days, or trek the full circle in 8-9 days. It is a national park and thus hikers are not allowed to stray from the paths. Camping is only allowed at specified campsites, and wood fires are prohibited in the whole park. To get to chilean patagonia you need to get in Punta Arenas City. Punta Arenas in the main city in this area and has fine accomodation from bed and breakfast to 4 stars hotels. Some hotels are in historical buildings and still keep their original construction from the early 20th century. The are hotels like Finis Terrae Hotel with a panoramic view of the city and the strait of Magellan in its 6th floor restaurante. José Nogueira hotels is located in a historical building that recalls ancient history of these lands GETTING THERE: There are many direct or one-stop flights from major cities to Santiago de Chile and then at least 3 daily flights to Punta Arenas which is 4 hours from Santiago de Chile (2000 miles). To travel by water you can take a cruise to Puerto Natales from Puerto Montt in an amazing 3 day trip by south channels. TRAVEL TIPS: Southern weather can be unpredictable. Consider taking with you and wearing multiple layers of clothes in response to a wide variety of temperatures and weather conditions. Experiencing Patagonia on a low budget is possible, though it requires planning. From October to March room prices are higher. Winter months are becoming increasingly popular, particularly for the sport activities. At this time of year hotel rates drop by as much as half. We wish you a nice and safe trip! Best wishes, Marcelo Kunstmann http://www.welcomepatagonia.com/puntaarenas/hotels.html - All about hotels in Punta Arenas Visit us at: http://www.welcomepatagonia.com for more information on travel to Patagonia. http://www.welcomepatagonia.com/puntaarenas/travelagencie s.html - All about travel agencies in Punta Arenas http://www.welcomepatagonia.com/puntaarenas/excursions.h tml - All about excursions, trekking and places to visit in Punta Arenashttp://www.welcomepatagonia.com/puntaarenas/hotels.htmlMon, 8 Aug 2005 17:54:44 -0400Patagonia is one of the most amazing places in the world. A land with a lot of history. A land of mountains, lakes, hills, beautiful flora and fauna with the past of aborigins known for its huge footprints, (that is why is called patagonia). A missionary called Padre Agostini said: "The Paine massif is unrivaled...In its colors and form it is without doubt one of the most fantastic and spectacular sights that human imagination can concieve." The national park (with an area of 2,400 km2) is a popular hiking destination. There are clearly marked paths and many refugios which provide shelter and basic services. Views are breathtaking. Hikers can opt for a day trip to see the towers, walk the popular "W" route in about five days, or trek the full circle in 8-9 days. It is a national park and thus hikers are not allowed to stray from the paths. Camping is only allowed at specified campsites, and wood fires are prohibited in the whole park. Many visitors come each year to Torres del Paine National park. Even though you may come whenever you like official season starts in september and ends in april. There are many strong reasons people keeps coming. The beautiful fauna and flora are a delight. A relative of the now-domesticated llama, the guanaco -- Patagonia's largest land vertebrate -- roams the plains of Torres del Paine. Guanacos live in groups, usually a single dominant male accompanied by up to 10 females and their young. Though elegantly formed creatures, guanacos exhibit a number of seemingly incongruous habits. When they greet, for example, the animals exchange a turkey-like gobble and then, on occasion, vomit a wad of semi- masticated grasses. There many miles of trails for backpackers, from pristine glaciers and fjords of remote to the famous Torres del Paine W Trail with the amazing view of the Cuernos del Paine and the Nordenksjold, Pehoe and Grey Lakes. It is a medium leve hike and usually takes three or four days. Torres del Paine National Park Trail system has land and water-based trails with recognized recreational, scenic, and historic value. Do not also forget to visit Hostería Lago Grey - to take the Grey II, a small ship that sails twice everyday to the vey feet of Grey glaciers where you will have a whisky on the rocks with millenial ices. WHEN TO GO: September to April are the best months to visit for warmer time activities. You can check next week weather forecast for Punta Arenas here. GETTING THERE: There are many direct or one-stop flights from major cities to Santiago de Chile and then at least 3 daily flights to Punta Arenas which is 4 hours from Santiago de Chile (2000 miles). To travel by water you can take a cruise to Puerto Natales from Puerto Montt in an amazing 3 day trip by south channels. TRAVEL TIPS: Southern weather can be unpredictable. Consider taking with you and wearing multiple layers of clothes in response to a wide variety of temperatures and weather conditions. Experiencing Patagonia on a low budget is possible, though it requires planning. From december to february room prices are higher. September and April are more relaxed and the weather only slightly chillier, are just as good times to go. Winter months are becoming increasingly popular, particularly for the sport activities. At this time of year hotel rates drop by as much as half. We wish you a nice and safe trip! Visit us at: http://www.welcomepatagonia.com for more information on travel to Patagonia. http://www.welcomepatagonia.com/puntaarenas/hotels.html - All about hotels in Punta Arenas http://www.welcomepatagonia.com/puntaarenas/travelagencie s.html - All about travel agencies in Punta Arenas http://www.welcomepatagonia.com/puntaarenas/excursions.h tml - All about excursions, trekking and places to visit in Punta Arenashttp://www.welcomepatagonia.comMon, 8 Aug 2005 17:54:44 -0400