Argentina is simply incredible. From the icefields of Patagonia to stunning waterfalls at Iguazu, via timeless gaucho estancias, hidden wildlife wonderlands, glistening lakes, captivating cities, and the incomparable Puna. A country of startling beauty, to be enjoyed alongside the finest food and wine on the continent.
Get active beyond the unmissable gorilla trekking to also include a full day chimpanzee habituation experience, exhilarating white water rafting on The Nile, hike end-to-end through Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, explore the wild bush by foot and horseback, and enjoy many other outdoor activities around this enchanting country.
Embark on an epic 1000-mile road trip across one of Africa’s most beautiful countries, ranging from traditional safari grasslands to thick teaming jungle, via jaw-dropping lakes and mesmerising volcanos. Meet gorillas, chimpanzees, golden monkeys and tree-climbing lions, alongside community projects and cultural initiatives that aim to provide a sustainable future.
Enjoy the wildlife wonders of Uganda in supreme comfort, staying at three of the country’s most luxurious and stylish lodges. You will have opportunities to track Mountain Gorillas, Chimpanzees and Golden Monkeys, as well as embark on game drives and boat trips to find large numbers of elephants, hippos, buffalo and of the course the famous local tree-climbing lions.
If you wanted to add the iconic Mountain Gorillas of Rwanda to your African adventures, this short luxurious extension to any Ugandan, Tanzanian or South African itinerary is a wonderful way to do it. Stay at one of the world famous 5-star eco lodges around Volcanos National Park for your gorilla trekking, where life-affirming experiences meet a world class conservation success story.
If you want to get beneath the skin of this unique country, then this is your itinerary. Spend a little longer in the capital, Thimpu, to explore the markets and local life. Continue to the Punakha, Gangtey and isolated Bumthang, switching between eco lodges, heritage hotels, and even a sustainable farm project. Add in hiking, rafting, and camping, finishing at unmissable Tigers Nest Monastery, and you have truly “done” Bhutan.
See the greatest sights in Bhutan in a more active way. Try white water rafting in Punakha Valley. Cycle your way through the countryside, with bicycles in your van throughout any road journeys. Hike and camp the four-day Druk Trail. And of course, ascend the walk to Tigers Nest Monastery.
Bhutan is Asia’s most exclusive sustainable travel destination, and as a result offers some of the most stunning eco-luxury properties we have ever laid our eyes upon. Explore this mesmerising country in upmost comfort from the sublime Six Senses, Uma, Taj and Aman lodges along the way, taking in all of the highlights of Thimpu, Punakha, Gangtey and Paro.
This slow travel Mexico culture holiday gives you time to soak it all up and experience your own version of Mexico. Journey from the sprawling metropolis of Mexico City down through the quaint colonial cities of Puebla and Oaxaca. Discover the real cultures of Mexico. See volcanoes in the distance, sail through vast canyons, walk amongst local villages and scale temples at sunrise in the jungle. Travelling overland you’ll reach lesser visited areas such as Palenque and Campeche where the way of life hasn’t changed for centuries. Head towards the coast via Chichen Itza (one of the Seven Wonders of the World), before ending on the stunning Caribbean Coast for some relaxation.
If you want to get active in nature, you have chosen the right country! Start your adventure by rafting-in to your first lodge, continue with hikes, hanging bridges, canopy walks and zip lines whilst visiting the Arenal Volcano and Monteverde Cloud Forest, and finish with sea kayaking, snorkelling, and surfing lessons on the Pacific Coast. There’s even plenty of hot springs and beach time, to relax and recover.
Discover this incredible country beyond the highlights by exploring hidden gems such as Selva Verde Rainforest, Maquenque Wildlife Reserve, the Celeste River, and the surfing towns of the Nicoya Peninsula, as well as unmissable Tortuguero, Arenal and Monteverde. Visit chocolate plantations and agro-sustainable farms, kayak through mangroves, hike to waterfalls, bathe in hot springs, and fall in love with sunsets over black sand beaches.
In our opinion the greatest waterfalls on earth, the sheer scale and diversity of Iguazu’s network of earth-shattering cascades warrants a minimum of two full days to explore. Surrounded by tropical rainforest and an array of wildlife, this is one of Mother Nature’s most impressive pieces of work.
The last trip we took before Covid hit was to explore the mind-blowing landscapes from Salta. Glistening salt flats, red rock canyons, towering white sand dunes, multicoloured lagoons, bizarre pumice stone fields. This is a harsh high-altitude land, but the rewards are beyond spectacular.
One of the most accessible glaciers on earth, this immense wall of ice is also a modern rarity in that it is continuously advancing. Its 5km wide face edges forward at up to 2m each day, causing building-sized icebergs to collapse in front of your eyes… particularly thrilling if you visit by kayak!
Luxury holidays in Argentina are never complete without tasting the world-famous Malbecs and Cabernets of Mendoza. You can visit several top vineyards a day in this town. It is also home to the country’s finest selection of boutique luxury spa hotels and restaurants, making it the ultimate spot to relax and indulge after all your adventures.
Patagonia’s breathtaking beauty draws crowds, but its vast size means a few days of undisturbed wilderness can be easily arranged. Several of our favourite and most unique lodges that feature on our eco tours in Argentina specialise in providing this immersive experience, helping you get back to nature in blissful comfort and peace.
Whilst we mainly focus on natural wonders here, there is no disputing that Buenos Aires is one of the most vibrant and charismatic cities on the planet. Nothing captures this better than an evening of sultry Tango, succulent steak and smooth Malbec. The perfect way to begin or end your adventure.
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Each of our Argentina luxury tours offers a greener way to discover this beautiful country. Every accommodation, property and activity in our itineraries has been vetted to ensure it operates in an environmentally conscious way.
We also carbon offset all of our Argentina holidays, as well as our trips to other destinations, ensuring they have a net positive impact on the environment.
Our business was inspired by the idea of slow travel – prioritising fewer, more immersive holidays over frequent flights. We use land travel whenever feasible in our Argentina adventure tours to minimise emissions, ease pressure on tourist hubs, and ensure our tourism benefits a broader sector of society.
Our slow travel approach fosters deeper, more authentic experiences, allowing time to explore hidden gems and fully appreciate each destination’s culture and beauty.
We strongly believe that engaging with local communities is essential for ethical and enriching Argentina adventure tours. That’s why our partnerships exclusively include companies, accommodations, and activity providers dedicated to sustainability and treating residents as partners, not commodities.
Additionally, our carbon offset schemes serve a dual purpose, benefiting the people living in the area as well as the environment by reducing poverty, inequality, and reliance on fossil fuels.
The adventure holidays in Argentina that we offer provide travellers with a fun way to explore the country in a greener, fairer and slower way. Every itinerary is crafted in a completely bespoke way, complete with personalised service and direct contact with our founder.
Argentina has a population of 45 million, with 15 million residing in the capital Buenos Aires.
Argentina’s standard time zone is GMT -3.
The Argentine Peso (ARS) is the national currency.
Whilst Argentina is epic in scale and a land of real contrasts, most of the country can still be visited year-round. The exception is winter in Patagonia (May to August), which should be avoided unless you plan to go skiing.
December to February is the peak summer season, whilst shoulder seasons either side offers good weather and some spectacular natural scenery.
If including Patagonia in your plans you should book at least six months in advance, and potentially up to a year if visiting in the peak season from Christmas to February.
Elsewhere in the country, later bookings should be possible if avoiding that summer peak period.
