Argentina: Things To Do

Iguazu Falls As many as 275 majestic, thunderous cascades make this natural wonder on the border with Brazil a must-see. Iguazu Jungle Explorer’s raft excursions are one way to immerse yourself in the surroundings. Iguazu Jungle Explorer; www.iguazujunglexplorer.com
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Llao Llao Hotel & Resort Pamper yourself with the spectacular views unfolding from the privileged vantage point of this decked-out, 1940-built lodge cradled between Lake Nahuel Huapi and Lake Moreno. Av. Ezequiel Bustillo KM 25; 011-54-2944-448-530; www.llaollao.com
golf | family | spas | smart splurge

Mendoza winery tours Sample juicy Malbecs and refreshing Torrontes along the Caminos de los Vinos. Looking for more? Familia Zuccardi lets visitors in on the harvest action, followed by lunch. Mendoza; Familia Zuccardi, Ruta Provincial No. 33 Km. 7.5; 011-54-261-441-0000; www.familiazuccardi.com
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Parque Nacional de los Glaciares On the opposite end of the 2,800-square-mile park from the Moreno Glacier, sheer-faced Mount Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre await trekkers and climbers embarking on the northern edge of the massive ice field from El Chaltén. www.parquesnacionales.gov.ar
hiking | national park | outdoors | adventure

Parque Nacional Lanin Named for the nearly conical Lanin volcano within its borders and filled with glacial lakes, this park is best accessed from San Martin de los Andes, starting point for the scenic Ruta de Siete Lagos. www.parquesnacionales.gov.ar
hiking | national park | outdoors | adventure

Parque Nacional Tierra del Fuego A welcome attraction when visiting Ushuaia, this park has several suitable hiking trails like the Senda Pampa Alta, with its pleasing mountain-top views. On sunny days, the mirror-like reflections along the lakeside Senda Costera are striking. www.parquesnacionales.gov.ar
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Parque Provincial Aconcagua The challenge of summiting the highest peak in the Western Hemisphere draws mountaineers from all over world. www.aconcagua.mendoza.gov.ar
hiking | national park | outdoors | adventure

Parque Provincial Ischigualasto (Valle de la Luna) Distinctive time-carved stone formations and lunar landscapes await visitors to this aptly nicknamed park in San Juan province, which with neighboring Parque Nacional Talampaya, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. www.parquesnacionales.gov.ar
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Perito Moreno Glacier Witnessing chunks of the craggy front wall of this mammoth glacier crash into the water below is breathtaking. Guided treks on the 99-square-mile turquoise-hued ice up the ante. Av. Libertador 935; 011-54-2909-492-205; www.hieloyaventura.com
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Reserva Provincial Esteros del Iberia Nature lovers are in for a treat at this Corrientes province wetland reserve made up of marshes, floating islands and lakes. The park hosts alligators, swamp deer and, howler monkeys among other fauna and flora. www.parquesnacionales.gov.ar
hiking | national park | wildlife | outdoors | adventure

Tren a los Nubes Magnificent vistas abound on this 14-hour railroad journey that climbs 13,000 feet between Salta and the Andean altiplano, passing through colorful valleys and rugged canyons along the way. (Closed for repairs until mid-October.) www.trenalasnubes.com.ar/home.htm (Spanish only)
family | nature | train

Whale watching off Peninsula Valdez This protected coastal nature reserve teems with marine wildlife year-round, but southern Franca whales steal the show between May and December. Boat tours leaving from Puerto Piramides give you a front row seat. Peninsula Valdez; www.puertopiramides.gov.ar
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