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How to get there
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Threre are non stop, daily flights from Santiag To Punta Arenas and Balmaceda, which take
Around 4 hours. Cruise ships depart from various Ports and head toward the Patagonia fjords. |
When to Go |
You can visit Patagonia any time of the year, in summer, The average temperature is 10.8 C and during winter it Fluctuates between 12 C and below 0 .C with rainy and Snowy weather conditions, in the summer the lights lasts Fore more thsn 18 hours and in winter the days are shorter and darker. |
What to bring |
Warm clothes such as jackets, pants,thermal underwear and socks;Windbreakers , trekking shoes, sneakers and waterproof outer lsyers.You should also bring a hat, earmuffs, sunglasses with sun protection,Sunglasses with sun protection, sun lotion with at least SPF 30. For Thermal spas it is importnt to bring a sunhat and a swimsuit. |
Money |
In Patagonia you will find cash machines and Banks in major cities(Puerto Natales, Coyhaique, and Punta Arenas ). Credit card, like Visa, Master,Diners ,American Express are also accepted on cruise ships. |
Communication |
In major cities such as Coyhaique and Punta Arenas, public phones and cell Phone connections are available. There are good connectiond and satellite Communication in hotels and lodges. |
Internet |
Some hotels and lodges have wi-fi connection and there are cyber cafes
in small towns. |
Electricity |
| 220V, 50 Hz |
Tips |
| It is advisable to tip 10% at the total bill in restaurants. |
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