The sound of creaking seracs on the vast glaciers of Cerro Tronador is the source of this stunning Andean peak’s name, which loosely translates to “booming” mountain. And with its…

With its bubbling belly, and fumarole head at an altitude of 6,893 m, Ojos del Salado, which translates to “Eyes of the Salty One”, is the highest active stratovolcano in…

Patagonia is becoming a top destination for skiers because of its vast unexplored landscapes, its volcanoes, high-quality powder, and unique culture. Oh, and don’t forget world-class quality meat and wine!…

People often associate the Andes with the Aconcagua mountain (6,960 m) in Mendoza. The highest peak in America —and also the highest in the world, outside Asia— is a pretty…

Rising 3776 m in the Andes Mountains, on the Argentine / Chilean border, Lanin Volcano is one of the most iconic mountains in North Patagonia. With its conical shape and…

Nestled in a valley at the foot of the Andes, Santiago is the premiere location for mountain sports in Chile. Within a couple hours drive from Aconcagua, the tallest mountain…

Every year since 2002, a challenging adventure race takes place in the Andes Mountains. ‘El Cruce Columbia’ traverses 100 kilometers in 3 days among spectacular landscapes in Chile and Argentina,…

With lakes thawing and snow melting in rushing cascades down the faces of the stunning Andes peaks, the Southern Hemisphere welcomes a vibrant hiking season where water sports also take…

Located in South-central Chile, just above the country’s lake district and beneath its central plain, the Araucania Region has two main claims to fame. It is known both as the…

There are few places on earth with as many breathtaking and diverse trekking routes as South America. The sheer kilometers of land in the region make for a huge variety…

For as long as there have been humans, they have turned to the skies for answers: when to harvest and plant crops, how to arrive at the next destination and…

With the Fitz Roy massif as a stunning backdrop, contouring the most iconic mountain skyline in Patagonia, El Chaltén is a ‘must-see’ for travelers coming to these remote lands. Hailed…

Situated among the mountains, glaciers, rivers and lakes of southern Patagonia, Torres del Paine is one of the most beautiful locations in the entire world. Defined by the three distinctive granite…