"There's nothing such as bad weather. Only inappropriate clothing" - Sir Ranulph Twisleton-Wykeham-Fiennes
We know packing for this trip is challenging, since we go from Buenos Aires, that can be 80 to 100F, to South Patagonia, where temperatures drop from 60 to 40F, and winds can easily speed up to 60miles per hour.
We are going on a real expedition so casual, comfortable, functional clothing is key. However, if you wish to bring a slightly dressier outfit for city evenings or dinners, it is entirely up to you.
Sunblock over SPF 45, sunblock Lipstick and sunglasses are a MUST throughout your trip.
Buenos Aires LATITUD 34 S
Light t-shirts or shirts, light shorts, hat, light walking shoes.
North Patagonia (Bariloche, Puerto Varas, Chiloe) LATITUD 42 S
The weather is UNPREDICTABLE, so expect heavy rains, some winds over 30mph but also temperatures over 80F! The key here is dress in LAYERS.
South Patagonia (Torres del Paine, El Calafate) LATITUD 53-51 S
The weather is even more UNPREDICTABLE, so expect horizantal rain, even snowfall and furious winds over 60mph at any time. The key here is dress in LAYERS:
LAYER1 Closest to your body. (Insulated underwear or base layer). Warm socks.
LAYER2 Cotton/ synthetic shirt or t-shirt. Hiking pants: they work in hot and cold climates and they dry quickly.LAYER3 Sweater/ fleece / down feather jacket
LAYER4 Water proof pants and jacket. (Goretex, eVent or similar). Water proof shoes. We will hike across natural uneven terrain that can be sandy, muddy, snowy and wet so boot-like waterproof trekking shoes are ideal, so that you can enjoy all nature hikes and walks.
Extras: warm hat and gloves.
Hiking poles are very useful and very much recommended by travelers that already took this trip.
EASTER ISLAND PRE extension LATITUD 27 S
Be prepared for subtropical weather with temperatures to range from 70 to 90F, humidity over 70% and no variation between day and night. Terrain is uneven VOLCANIC ROCK so hiking poles and hiking boots are highly recommended.
Expect occational showers and heavy rain as well as moments of strong sun.
Hat, fast-dry long sleeve t-shirt and pants, teva like sandals are ok (but NO flip flops since terrain is volcanic), bathing suit.
IGUASSU FALLS POST extension LATITUD 25 S
This a torrid subtropical jungle region: 80 to 110F and extremely humid, plus tropical showers at any time.
Hat, long sleeve t-shirt and pants to be protected from the sun, teva like sandals (but NO flip flops), bathing suit a must. Mosquito repellent is a must!
LUGGAGE
We have storage room in Buenos Aires hotel. So, when going to Patagonia you can leave behind your warm-weather clothes. And when going to Iguazú Extension you can leave behind your cold-weather clothes. The same stands for Santiago hotel and Easter Island Extension. You can easily tackle this with a duffle bag.
WEIGHT ALLOWANCE
While in Argentina, our domestic flights will be with Aerolineas Argentinas. While in Chile, we will fly LATAM.
AEROLINEAS ARGENTINAS
Checked baggage: 33 lbs. Carry on: 17 lbs.
But good news! When flying Aerolineas Argentinas, if you happen to be over 33 lbs and below 50 lbs, that charge will be covered/paid by OAT on site.
LATAM
Checked baggage: 50 lbs. Carry on: 22 lbs,
