Patagonia in December
Mid-summer means 18 hours of daylight and you will probably be hiking in shorts and t-shirt. Many Chileans and Argentinians will come down to Patagonia for their Christmas break, so you can expect the National Parks to be busier.
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5 reasons to visit in December
- Make the most of your time in Patagonia with longer summer days
- This is a good time to see elephant seals and sea lions on the coast
- If you're out on the trails, you can walk long into the day
- See the national parks at their very best
- Refugios and hotels have a real buzz about them as visitor numbers increase
Hiking in December
El Chaltén Highlights
Explore the famous trails of Los Glaciares on this hiking trip in the El Chaltén area. Take in stunning views of Mount Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre and hike to the remote Loma del Diablo in a private reserve. Both…
- 5 Days
- $1,070
Chaltén Express: Fitz Roy & Cerro Torre
This classic El Chaltén trek visits the most spectacular landmarks in the Los Glaciares National Park. Trek through forests to reach Laguna de Los Tres and stunning views over Mount Fitz Roy. Camp overnight at Poincenot before continuing your trek…
- 2 Days
- $500
South Patagonian Ice Field Expedition
Test yourself in one of the most difficult environments on Earth on this trek across the Southern Patagonian Ice Cap. Climb up onto Glacier Marconi and camp overnight in the dramatic frozen landscape of the ice field. Hike across the…
- 8 - 10 Days
- $2,330
The Huemul Circuit
Explore the forgotten corners of Los Glaciares on this adventurous trek taking in the Viento Pass and Huemul Pass. Wild camp at the Bay of Icebergs on the shore of the sparkling Lake Viemda, hike alongside the enormous Glacier Viedma…
- 5 Days
- $1,335
9-Day Torres del Paine Circuit
Tackle Patagonia's most iconic circuit trail, fully supported with porters and a local guide. Cross the John Gardner Pass, explore the park's remote northern sections, revel in the stunning French Valley and finish at the Towers viewpoint – this itinerary…
- 9 Days
- $2,827
Dientes de Navarino Trek
A wild and challenging camping trek on Isla Navarino at the southernmost tip of Chilean Patagonia. Hike through lonely beech forests, over a series of snow-covered mountain passes and to the summit of Mt Bettinelli for superb views of the…
- 6 Days
- $2,295
Chaltén Mountain Escape
Trek between established campsites linking spectacular viewpoints in some of the wildest areas of the park. Hike to Laguna de Los Tres for unrivalled views of Mount Fitz Roy, climb to the Viento Pass and look down on the Southern…
- 7 Days
- $1,755
Paine Circuit Half and Half
A mix of guided and unguided hiking. You walk the tougher northern section with a guide, heading over the John Garner Pass with the unmatched views of Grey Glacier and the Pingo mountain range that make the full circuit so…
- 8 Days
- $2,328
Paine O Circuit with Oggioni Pass
This trip for experienced hikers crosses the largely unknown Oggioni Pass on a challenging, unmarked wilderness trail that cuts across from the Towers of Torres del Paine into the Dickson Valley. This itinerary takes in iconic locations such as John…
- 7 Days
- $2,295
The Classic Full Circuit
This route is the fastest way to complete the full Torres del Paine circuit at great value. Trek through the isolated northern side of the park, over the infamous John Gardner Pass with the ice field beneath you and back…
- 7 Days
- $2,295
Cruises in December
Glaciers of Patagonia Adventure Cruise
Witness the extraordinary spectacles of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field by getting up close to around 15 glaciers on the only cruise to take this route. Marvel at Amalia, El Brujo, Bernal and Herman glaciers, just to name a few...…
- 4 Days
- $1,870
Wildlife, Glaciers & Cape Horn
Voyage south from Punta Arenas to Ushuaia on an adventure-cruise packed with incredible wildlife, fascinating history, and breathtaking wild scenery. Sail through the famous Magellan Straits and Beagle Channel, land at the Pia Glacier, visit the fabled Cape Horn and…
- 5 Days
- $1,990
Northern Patagonia Fjords Cruise
Voyage to remote corners of the northern fjords that few other boats can access. Visit the San Rafael glacier, where enormous depth and time have turned the ice an incredibly deep blue. Bathe in the open air in hot springs,…
- 6 Days
- $1,745
Humpback Whale Watching Adventure
Sail on a small boat to isolated fjords in the Strait of Magellan in search of humpback whales. You'll be accompanied by marine biologists who can identify these majestic creatures by their tail and dorsal fins and will be almost…
- 3 Days
- $1,500
Group Tours in December
The Infamous Route 40: Bariloche – El Chaltén
The epic Ruta 40 runs alongside the Andes for over 5000km and this road trip takes in the highlights. Between Bariloche and El Chaltén you'll pass through stunning scenery and remote settlements, stopping at Queulat National Park, Coyhaique, the Cueva…
- 7 Days
- $2,255
Patagonian Peaks and Plains
Travel with expert local guides from Santiago all the way down through central Chile to Tierra del Fuego and back up to Buenos Aires. Experience some of Patagonia's best trekking in Torres del Paine National Park, visit volcanoes and glaciers,…
- 20 Days
- $5,938
FitzRoy and Paine Hiking Tour
This action-packed small group trekking tour combines the best hikes in Torres del Paine and Los Glaciares National Parks. Enjoy the best treks in Southern Patagonia, discover Perito Moreno Glacier via small boat expedition, enter Torres del Paine by zodiac…
- 12 Days
- $3,995
South America - Wild Patagonia
An epic, in-depth group tour of Patagonia that includes trips to Huerquehue National Park, the Queulat glacier, a working estancia in Argentina, trekking in Torres del Paine, a king penguin colony in Tierra del Fuego, El Chaltén and sections of…
- 27 Days
- $12,200
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