Magallanes and Antártica Chilena Region ROAD MAP REGION Climate Activities During the in Nature Tips Magallanes Summer, There Are Approximately 18 TREKKING
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MAGALLANES AND ANTÁRTICA CHILENA REGION ROAD MAP REGION Climate Activities During the in Nature Tips MAGALLANES summer, there are approximately 18 TREKKING. Due to its geographical - Shops are open from 10:00 a.m. - Torres del Paine National Park is AND ANTÁRTICA diversity and spectacular natural to 1:00 p.m. and from 3:00 p.m. to managed by the CONAF (National hours of daylight. scenery, this region is possibly one 8:00 p.m. Forestry Corporation). You must CHILENA of the best trekking destinations - Both hotels and shops take credit carry identification and register Due to its vastness, the Magallanes in Chile. It is essential to protect cards. However, it is essential before entering the park. and Antártica Chilena Region wildlife on all trails and not leave to have Chilean pesos to pay - Camping is only allowed in Stunning Patagonia. presents important climate any garbage behind. for everyday expenses such as places authorized by the park VALLE del FrancÉS, torres del paine national park variations that are mainly Noteworthy places. The W and transportation and tickets, or shop administration. Trips should be influenced by the region’s Macizo Paine circuits at the Torres WHALE WATCHING. One of the gauchos (cowboys) that herd their in grocery stores. planned in advance, because topography, the sea, and strong del Paine National Park. The Dientes most important cetaceans is the sheep from one ranch to another. - Banks and ATMs can be found all campsites require prior winds that increase during de Navarino circuit at Isla Navarino. humpback whale, which roams the They are also part of the Magellanic in all the provincial capitals of reservation. spring. Some of the area's most Cerro Pietro Lookout at Karukinka southern coasts of the Pacific and culture’s everyday life. Outings and the region. - Bring a first aid kit equipped characteristic climates are cold Park, Tierra del Fuego. Volcán Morada the Atlantic. It can be seen between excursions across mountains, to resolve physical discomfort, temperate, tundra, icecap, and del Diablo at Pali Aike National Park. - Exchange houses can be found November and March. rivers, and pampas add a dash of injuries, allergies, and sunstroke. transition climates, which are in Punta Arenas and in Puerto Noteworthy places. Isla Carlos III adventure. It is important to use Use SPF 30 or higher sunscreen to typical of Punta Arenas and its SPORT FISHING. Locations that Natales. The airport has only one in Francisco Coloane Marine Park. the existing trails and footpaths protect your skin from high levels surroundings. The eastern slope are rarely frequented due to ATM that delivers Chilean pesos. Whales begin arriving from the North and follow an expert guide. of solar radiation, especially in of the Patagonian mountain accessibility, but at the same - Punta Arenas does not have a during springtime. Noteworthy places. Laguna Sofía, summer. range has a cold steppe climate time have a great variety of fish, bus terminal. Each bus company Cerro Dorotea and the Sierra del Toro - Take breaks to rest and drink that predominates in the central especially trout. Tierra del Fuego area. Different sectors of Tierra del operates with a ticket office and a KAYAKING. The kayak is a small water. Ration your food and make continental area. has some of the best rivers and Fuego (an up to 9-day excursion). bus station. It is recommended to but efficient vessel that allows one sure that you do not feed wildlife. What do we suggest you lakes in the entire continent. use official transports, and make to travel across and penetrate the Do not leave trash behind and do bring? Waterproof jackets and Noteworthy places. Río Grande, sure to ask about their arrival and region's rugged geography of fjords MOUNTAINEERING. T h e not remove items from the park. trousers, thermal hats, socks and Lago Deseado and Lago Despreciado. departure times. Río Navarino and Río Serrano. and channels. mountains’ great challenges are Follow the paths and trail signs. Comprising four provinces— Magallanes is the southernmost gloves, windbreakers, trekking all here, in Patagonia, with some - It is important to follow the Noteworthy places. Glaciar Grey - Considering the vastness of Última Esperanza, Magallanes, part of the American continent shoes, sunglasses, and sunscreen. and Lago Grey in Torres del Paine. of the most visited landmarks not instructions of park rangers at Tierra del Fuego, the best option Tierra del Fuego and Antártica and a strategic navigation point. Fleece is recommended as a second DIVING. Diving, in the far south? Seno Última Esperanza. Laguna Sofía, only in Chile, but in America and all times when visiting protected to explore it is to rent a car in Punta Chilena—the Magallanes and Its capital, Punta Arenas, is also layer. Because the temperature The Strait of Magellan has 30 kilometers from Puerto Natales. the rest of the world. wild areas in parks, reserves, fluctuates, it is important to have remarkable stories of eighteenth Strait of Magellan and Fiordo de Arenas. Gasoline stations can only Antártica Chilena Region is the a bustling port that welcomes Noteworthy places. Torres del and landmarks. Do not light fires las Montañas (an up to 10-day be found in the northern part of most extensive in Chile and the national and international cruise short-and long-sleeved shirts, and nineteenth century ship- Paine, Monte Tarn, Monte Sarmiento, or depart from authorized and excursion). the island. It is advisable to carry antechamber to the great white ships every year. The city has a shorts, sandals, and a cap. A wrecks. It also boasts unique flora and Dientes de Navarino. demarcated paths. trekking pole helps to provide and fauna. extra gasoline cans if traveling to continent, one of our planet's cosmopolitan air and its climate stability in the most difficult terrain. Noteworthy places. The coast the south of the island. geographical landmarks known is no obstacle to celebrating the HORSEBACK RIDING. For decades, BIRDWATCHING. In this part of for its awe-inspiring, pristine, arrival of the Winter Solstice. Its Although it is possible to travel of the Strait of Magellan, with its horses have been one of the main shipwrecked steamboats. Patagonia, one can see birds such and inhospitable landscapes residents celebrate the longest there all year round and enjoy the means of transportation for the as the condor, migratory birds such and wildlife. night of the year with parades on Patagonian autumn and winter, as the red knot and even the only the city's main streets, floats, and we recommend visiting it between Its attractions are a must for kayak, glaciar grey skiing, club andino in punta arenas king penguin colonies in America. a fireworks show. Another thing to October and April, as the days thousands of adventurers around Noteworthy places. Bahía Lomas and the world, and include Cordillera keep in mind is that the municipal are sunnier and there is less rain, Bahía Inútil in Tierra del Fuego. Torres Paine, the Southern Patagonian cemetery, with its imposing which means that you can do more del Paine and the Strait of Magellan. Ice Field, Tierra del Fuego, the Strait mausoleums and cypress labyrinths, activities. Many travelers find that Cabo de Hornos National Park. has been recognized as one of the some of the best vistas occur during of Magellan, and the opportunity most beautiful in the world. autumn and winter. The forests to navigate fjords and channels. SKIING & SNOWBOARDING. A display their orange and red colors Hundreds of experiences are The Torres del Paine National Park small ski center has one of the and even though camping sites and waiting to be lived in the land at is the uncontested icon of the best views in all Chile: from Club some hotels may be closed, the the end of the world, roughly 50% Magallanes and Antártica Chilena Andino in Punta Arenas, visitors snow-covered Torres del Paine is of which is a Protected Wild Area Region. Its singular biodiversity can ski while looking over the Strait a unique visual experience. that is divided into reserves, natural contains Patagonia's principal of Magellan. A 1,200-meter-long landmarks, and national parks. ecosystems. It is a magnet for To help protect the environment, chairlift takes around 8 minutes trekking enthusiasts and one of the avoid the use of plastic bottles, and to reach the summit. world’s great natural destinations. include reusable water containers that can be carried at all times. Road Map Magallanes and Antártica Chilena Region National Tourism Service I Chile National Tourism Service I Chile Punta Arenas Puerto Natales Magallanes and Antártica Chilena Region Monseñor Fagnano 643 Pedro Montt 19 felipe gera malgor [email protected] [email protected] puerto williams Free Map (61) 224 8790 - 222 5385 (61) 241 2125 Porvenir How to get to Av. Manuel Señoret 770 PUNTA AREnaS BY LAND. The main access by land www.patagonia-chile.com 600 600 60 66 is through northern Route 9, Punta BY air. Punta Arenas can be Arenas -Puerto Natales. The other reached from the cities of Santiago, land entry alternatives are through Puerto Montt, and Balmaceda, Free distribution the Casas Viejas, Dorotea, and Río arriving at the Carlos Ibáñez del Don Guillermo border crossings Not for sale Campo International Airport located (with Argentina). All border 20 kilometers from the city. The crossings are open year-round. north highway, Route 9, connects the city center to the airport, which BY SEA. There are two ferries, passenger and vehicle transport. PUERTO EDÉN takes about 25 to 30 minutes to one of which departs from Puerto A second option to cross to travel. Buses, minibuses, and taxis Montt and is specially equipped Tierra del Fuego and Porvenir is It can only be accessed by sea from concessionaires that take for passenger, vehicle, and cargo to take the Bahía Azul barge (a through the Navimag ferry.