People from Europe and the USA do not require an entry permit and will receive a 90 day tourist visa upon arrival. However, we strongly suggest you check with your appropriate State Department, consulate or embassy.

Getting to Argentina: You have to get yourself to Buenos Aires. Aerolineas Argentinas and LAN Argentina (www.aerolineasargentinas.com) run daily flights to San Martin de los Andes and Bariloche airports.

Ezeiza International Airport is 50 minutes away from downtown Buenos Aires. “Jorge Newbery” airport is to Buenos Aires what La Guardia airport is to NYC. It is just 15 minutes away from downtown and it operates all domestic flights.

Northern Patagonia and the Andes are located among the largest mountains in the world; therefore weather systems can be unpredictable.
November, December, January, February, March and April are usually mild months; the weather can vary from sunny in the mid 80’s (25-30C) to rainy with temperature averaging the mid sixties. Since this area stands at 2,300 hundred feet above sea level and higher, it cools down significantly at night, with temperatures reaching the lower 40’s even mid 30’s.

The official currency is the Argentine Peso. Most shops and businesses will accept US dollars and will change your money into pesos if needed. Most credit cards are widely accepted.

The metric system is used throughout Argentina

220 volts. A standard European adapter for two-pronged plugs should work fine

Bear in mind that you will be in rural areas and maybe a long way from the nearest drugstore. It is recommended you carry a small first-aid with you during your trip.

If you are allergic to bee, wasp or any other insect sting, please make sure to bring your appropriate antidotes