Patagonia is located in the south of South America and belongs to Argentina and Chile. This destination is perfect for those who love nature and ecotourism, since in this territory there are everything from mountains, humid forests, lakes to glaciers and icebergs.
The temperature in this area varies depending on the latitude, as you move towards the south, the temperature is lower. Winter runs from June to August, and is the season with the most tourists, since one of the most important tourist attractions is the snow.
In this post we tell you some of the places that you should not miss while volunteering in Argentina.
Volunteering in South America to discover fascinating places
The Perito Moreno Glacier
This glacier is located in Los Glaciares National Park, on the Argentine lake, and is surrounded by mountains and vegetation. The Perito Moreno Glacier has a width of 4.5 kilometers and a height of 60 meters from sea level.
It can be visited from the viewpoint that is located about 400 meters from the glacier, you can also get a closer look on a boat excursion. On the other hand, it is also possible to walk on top of this enormous block of ice. The ice that forms it constantly moves and small landslides are generated, and you can also appreciate the creak that the glacier makes when it moves. Imagine the excitement of hearing these creaks during an international volunteering in Argentina!
Puerto Madryn (Argentina)
It is located northeast of the province of Chubut, one of the main tourist attractions are the sightings of southern right whales, it is considered one of the best places on the planet to see this species, due to its proximity to the coast. You can also see killer whales, sea lions, different species of birds and penguins. Due to the great diversity of marine species, it is considered the national capital of diving. Many visitors perform “underwater baptisms” to observe and appreciate the marine species in the area.
On the other hand, in the summer months you can practice various water sports such as windsurfing or kayaking, or relax on the beach with a nice sunbathing.
Carretera Austral (Chile)
This cart is located in Chilean Patagonia and connects Puerto Montt with Villa O’Higgins, it has a length of more than 1,200 kilometers, and crosses the regions of Los Lagos and Aysén, passing through the Patagonia National Park, and the of Cerro Castillo.
During this wonderful trip you can see lakes, rivers, forests, small towns and high mountains. It is an unforgettable experience, due to the views and the spectacular nature. It is one of the most beautiful and extraordinary journeys in southern America that you can visit during your volunteering in Chile.
Road of the seven lakes (Argentina)
This road is a section of the famous Route 40, which is located on the east side of the Andes mountain range, in Argentina. On this route you can see seven lakes, which are: Lácar, Machónico, Falkner, Villarino, Escondido, Correntoso and Espejo. Although it also passes very close to other lakes, which can be visited during this tour.
Apart from the magnificent views of these lakes, surrounded by vegetation, waterfalls, forests, mountains and snow during the winter months. We also find small cities and towns full of charm, such as San Martín de los Andes, which coincides with the beginning of the route, or the town of La Angostura, where this road ends. This town is named the “Garden of Patagonia”, due to the great biodiversity that exists in this territory. In this area we find the Belvedere viewpoint, which shows us a panoramic view of Lake Nahuel Huapi, Lake Correntoso and the small Correntoso River, less than 300 meters long, that joins these two lakes. You can also visit the Inacayal waterfall and the Bonito River waterfall.
City of Ushuaia (Argentina)
The city of Ushuaia is one of the southernmost towns on the planet, it is located in the last stretch of the Andes mountain range and is known as the city at the end of the world, due to its location. Due to the climate and its geographical location, a prison was built at the end of the 19th century and was active until the middle of the next century. Currently, you can visit it, it has become the Maritime Museum and the Presidio of Ushuaia. This building fosters four museums, which show the history of the city’s intense maritime activity, and tells the life of the prisoners, the work and punishments to which they were subjected.
On the other hand, in this city there are many ski slopes, and you can do different snow activities, such as snowboarding, skiing or riding snowmobiles. One of the city’s greatest tourist attractions is its views and nature. You can appreciate this incredible natural environment in the Tierra del Fuego National Park, where the famous train to the end of the world is located.
It is impossible to name all the sites that the extraordinary Patagonia contains, since this area is immense and is home to many incredible places. Dare to discover the rest of the wonderful places in this region through volunteering in America!