CHILE // South America's largest camelids, doe-eyed guanacos roam the steppe in herds - when not lounging tamely by the visitor centre. It's hard to fathom that this 2800-sq-km (1080-sq-mile) jewel was a dusty working ranch populated by sheep as recently as 2004. The vision of conservationist Kristine Tompkins, it has world-class trails and wildlife watching in ecosystems ranging from Patagonian steppe to alpine peaks, forest and lakes. Tompkins Conservation is rewilding rheas and Andean condors while monitoring the endangered Andean deer and pumas.

Is Patagonia a Chile or Argentina?

At the state level, Patagonia visually occupies an area in two countries: approximately 10% in Chile and approximately 90% in Argentina.

How many national parks are in Patagonia?

From the vast lakes of Alres Andino to the towering mountains of Torres del Paine, this route of Patagonia's 17 national parks is 1,800 miles of land, water and ice unlike any other.

Why is Patagonia famous?

It cannot be denied that Patagonia has a wide variety of unique landscapes in the region. With pristine forests, glaciers, snow-capped mountains, rivers, volcanoes and more, this remote region proves to be a true paradise for nature lovers, adventurers and photographers.

Why is Patagonia Argentina so expensive?

Its remote location, vast wilderness areas, and stunning scenery—from the towering peaks of Torres del Paine National Park in Chile to the glaciers of Los Glaciares National Park in Argentina—make it a unique, if generally expensive, destination to visit. Is.

Which park is best in Patagonia?