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Preparing for your trip |
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Here are some things that will help you get ready for your next adventure. Read below for valuable travel preparation
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Getting to Argentina |
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Getting to Argentina  |
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| There are almost 10 daily flights from various US cities to Argentina. We've put together a list with schedules and contact information to help you plan your flight. There are currently no direct flights from Canada. |
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| Direct flights to Buenos Aires (EZE) from US cities: |
US City |
Airport |
Airline |
Flight# |
Approx* |
Approx* |
U.S. Departure |
Arrival Bs. As. |
Atlanta |
ATL |
Delta |
101 |
6:40 PM |
7:45 AM |
Chicago |
ORD |
American |
No longer
operates |
Dallas |
DFW |
American |
997 |
7:35 PM |
9:55 AM
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Houston |
IAH |
Continental |
51 |
9:00 PM |
11:20 AM
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Miami |
MIA |
American |
909 |
8:30 PM |
8:15 AM
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Miami |
MIA |
American |
943 |
11:20 PM |
11:05 AM
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Miami |
MIA |
LAN |
4521 |
9:00 PM |
6:55 AM |
Miami |
MIA |
Aerolineas Argentinas |
1303 |
7:00 PM |
6:50 AM
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New York |
JFK |
American |
955 |
10:15 PM
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12:20 AM
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Washington DC |
IAD |
United |
847 |
9:45 PM |
11:30
AM |
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| U.S. Direct Flight Links: |
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| Airport taxes of approximately $18USD for international flights and $5-$10 USD for in-country flights are levied on passengers as they board for departures. |
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| Luggage restrictions on in-country flights |
| Most flights within Argentina are flown
on Aerolineas Argentinas which has operated national and international
flights for over 55 years. There is no piece limit on checked bags
but the total weight of all bags may not exceed 33 pounds (15 kilos).
An additional carry-on piece of up to 11 pounds (5 kilos) is also
permitted. Excess baggage fees of approximately $2/lb. will apply
to any weights over the permitted amount. |
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| Visas and Vaccinations |
| Visas |
Argentine regulations do not require tourist visas for citizens of the United States or Canada visiting for up to 90 days.
You need only travel with your valid US or Canadian passport for entry
into the country. UPDATE: The Argentine government has announced its
intentions to charge a reciprocity visa fee for citizens from countries
that require tourist visas for Argentine nationals. Currently, no
effective dates or amounts have been announced. |
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| Vaccinations |
| No vaccination requirements exist currently for entry into the country. |
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| Argentina Travel Tips |
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| Located at the tip of South America, Argentina is a country that boasts stunning natural wonders and delightful cosmopolitan cities with a European feel to them. It is a vast country spanning more than 1.1 million square miles of great geographic diversity including rainforests, marshlands, rich plains, mountains and deserts. It has a population of close to 40 million people, almost 30% of which live in the greater Buenos Aires area – the country's capital city. |
| Here are some useful facts that will help you prepare for your trip: |
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| Weather |
| The country's territory offers a wide variety of climates: subtropical in the North, sub-Antarctic in the southern Patagonia, and mild and humid in the Pampas plains. Below we've listed average temperatures for selected regions. We include more specific weather related information within the Important Information link for each of our trips. |
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Spring |
Summer |
Fall |
Winter |
Buenos Aires |
Avg High |
71 |
84 |
72 |
60 |
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50 |
61 |
51 |
41 |
Northern Patagonia |
Avg High |
57 |
69 |
58 |
44 |
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Avg Low |
34 |
42 |
36 |
30 |
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Avg High |
56 |
65 |
53 |
41 |
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Avg Low |
37 |
45 |
37 |
28 |
Southern Patagonia |
Avg High |
50 |
56 |
49 |
40 |
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Avg Low |
35 |
41 |
36 |
29 |
Southern Coast |
Avg High |
67 |
82 |
68 |
55 |
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Avg Low |
45 |
55 |
45 |
35 |
Northwest |
Avg High |
78 |
81 |
72 |
69 |
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Avg Low |
51 |
60 |
52 |
38 |
Northeast |
Avg High |
83 |
90 |
82 |
75 |
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Avg Low |
57 |
67 |
60 |
49 |
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| Language |
| Spanish is the official language of Argentina but large portions of the population know enough English to help you get around. Most students begin taking English classes in grade school and continue through high school. |
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| Time Zone |
| Argentina Standard Time is 3 hours
behind Greenwich Mean Time. Daylight Saving Time is observed in the
Eastern areas of the country where clocks spring forward 1 hour from
October - March. That means Buenos Aires is 1 hour ahead of North
American Eastern Standard Time from April - September and 3 hours
ahead the rest of the year. |
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| Money Matters |
| Currency |
The Argentine Peso is the official currency and we recommend that you pay for your purchases in local currency or using a
credit card. Although US dollars are usually accepted, you won't benefit from the exchange rates given to you by local shops.
The acceptance of traveler's checks is sporadic in Buenos Aires and is not a common practice in the rest of the country. ATM's are readily available in every city and town we visit (except El Chalten) and are compatible with US and Canadian banking networks. |
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The exchange rate is roughly 3 pesos to 1 American and Canadian Dollar. Click
here to view the current exchange rate. |
| Currency bills are in $2, $5, $10, $20, $50 and $100 peso denominations and it is quite common for shops & taxis to not have change for large bills readily available. Coins exist in $1, $0.50, $0.25, $0.10 and $0.05 denominations. |
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| Tax Refunds |
VAT Tax (the equivalent to sales tax in the US) refunds are available on in-country purchases greater than $70 pesos in
shops that operating with the “Global Refund” system. VAT rates range from 10% to 21% depending on the location and
items you are purchasing. To receive your refund: |
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| 1- Look for participating shops displaying the global refund logo |
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| 2- Ask for a Global Refund Check when you purchase your goods |
| 3- Get our Global Refund Check stamped at the airport customs counter. |
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| 4- Collect your refund in the Airport before you leave. |
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| Tipping |
| When you're on your own, keep in mind that it's customary to leave a 10% tip for meals & bar tabs. Taxi drivers don't generally expect tips, but many locals round fares up to the nearest peso. |
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| While traveling with the group, tipping drivers, guides, porters & bag handlers etc. is not expected, but ok if you wish to do so. |
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| Electrical Power |
| Electricity in Argentina operates with 220 volts, 50 Hz. Plugs used are the Europlug and the Australian style plug. |
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Australian Style |
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| Fitness |
| We understand that choosing the right activity level for your trip is an integral part of the selection process. We have carefully crafted alternative trips for people with various levels of fitness in order to maximize your experience. In the chart below, we define our rating system of the various activities you will encounter on a typical Argentina Adventure trip. Also remember that you always have the option to skip a day's activity to enjoy at your own leisure if you wish. |
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Easy |
Moderate |
Difficult |
Activity Level |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
Hiking/Walking |
1-2 hrs |
3-5 hrs |
3-5 hrs |
6-8 hrs |
(Terrain) |
Low/ Medium Grade |
Low Grade |
Medium Grade |
Low to High Grade |
Biking |
1 hrs |
2-3 hrs |
2-3 hrs |
4-6 hrs |
(Terrain) |
Low/ Medium Grade |
Low Grade |
Medium Grade |
Low to High Grade |
Rafting |
Class II |
Class II/III |
Class III/IV |
Class IV/V |
Sea-Kayak |
1 hrs |
2-3 hrs |
4-5 hrs |
>5 hrs |
Horseback |
1 hrs |
2-3 hrs |
4-5 hrs |
>5 hrs |
Other |
Sightseeing/Cruising |
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Note that NO previous experience is required for any of our activities – no matter what the activity level. We are
always led by expert certified guides that provide us with any technical knowledge we may need to safely enjoy
the day's activity. |
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Our reservation process |
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| Taking the guess-work
out of the reservation process at some companies can be a daunting
task. At Argentina Adventure, we pride ourselves on having a straight-forward
reservation process that is well communicated from before you make
your reservation request up through the start of your adventure. |
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Reservation
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Confirmation
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Member Info Package &
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Travel
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Today |
Next
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90
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| 1. Reservation
Request .
Reservation
requests can be made online,
by calling 1-800-504-2160 or by faxing or mailing a reservation
form to:
Members Dept
Argentina Adventure
6819 E. Hearn Rd.
Scottsdale AZ, 85254
Fax: 480-718-8213
2. Confirmation
Within 1 business day of receiving your reservation request, we'll
confirm your desired trip details and send you our Member Information
& Payment forms containing important information for you to
complete and return to our offices.
3. Member Information Package &
Payment
The Member Information Package includes four sections: (1) Member
and Travel Information; (2) Terms and Conditions; (3) International
flight arrival and departure information and (4) a payment authorization
form. Please remember that the package information should be returned
to our offices at least 90 days prior to your trip start date. In
the event that you request a reservation less than 90 days from
your trip start date, forms should be returned within 3 business
days of receiving your reservation request confirmation.
4. Travel Planner Receipt
Thirty days prior to your trip start date, you'll receive our Travel
Planner containing valuable trip preparation material including:
• Daily itineraries with lodging
and flight details
• Specific rendezvous instructions for your arrival to Buenos
Aires
• Argentina travel tips
• Recommended packing list
• Maps and city information
• Final Invoice
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