Fall (March through May) and Spring (September through November) are the best times of the year to visit Mendoza, Salta and Iguazu Falls. During the summer, temperatures are really high (above 90F) in the north of Argentina. If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Salta are June, August and September.

Argentina is three hours behind GMT (two hours before EST). They do not observe daylight-savings time so during these months (April-October), Argentina is only one hour ahead of EST.

Book your trip 12-15 months in advance when you’re traveling during holiday season*. This is high season on steroids. Prices are high, already. With each booking, prices will continue to increase because most hotels, flights, and suppliers that are popular during holiday season expect to sell out.

Christmas and Easter in majority Christian/Catholic countries; Spring Break in warm weather-beach areas. Summer–in general. Kids are out of school, families have more flexibility. Keep in mind that if you’re heading to the southern hemisphere (Australia, South America, South Africa, etc), the summer is over Christmas and New Year’s. This is also summer break for students. This is essentially summer season and holiday season, so choose your travel dates to the southern hemisphere wisely!

For last minute bookings, it helps to be flexible and organized. Your first choice tour may not be available for your selected dates, but your trip coordinator can probably recommend some other similar options that would be equally interesting! Many lodges and hotels will not hold spaces less than 30 days before departure so for last minute bookings, you will be asked to send your registration form and trip payment in right away to secure your spaces.

Argentina uses 220 volt, 50 cycle electricity. Travelers will require a voltage converter for 110 volt devices. Plugs are either two rounded prongs or three angled flat prongs so travelers from the US will also want plug adapters.

Included meals are listed next to the tour itinerary on each tour page. We have tried to balance flexibility and convenience regarding meal options. For this reason, we include meals on all of our tour days when you are traveling off the beaten path where restaurant choices are limited. In the major cities, where there are a wide variety of restaurants, we generally do not include meals, to allow our travelers the flexibility of choosing their own food preferences. Your tour coordinator will always recommend some great restaurant options and will usually offer to join any group members who would like to go out to eat together.

Tour rates do not include international flights. We find that it is usually less expensive for travelers to book these separately and this also allows you the flexibility to choose the schedule and routing that is most convenient for you.

Tour rates do not include international flights. We find that it is usually less expensive for travelers to book these separately and this also allows you the flexibility to choose the schedule and routing that is most convenient for you.

We offer select trip discounts periodically throughout the year. Check out our website for the latest offers and on-going discounts.

You will receive a detailed packing list specific to your tour after you book. A water/windproof jacket, fleece, and sun protection are recommended for all Argentina tours. The Northwest region of Argentina experiences an amazing variety of climates; wet weather is common in Iguazu Falls. Fast-drying clothes that can be layered work best for these areas.

Absolutely! Let us know how you would like to customize your trip and we will do our best to accommodate you.

While there is not a huge amount of strictly vegetarian restaurants, you can have a vegetarian dish in nearly any restaurant in Argentina: certainly, the country is not the US, where vegetarian menus have been perfected over the years, but you can definitely get by as a vegetarian. Whether you’re kosher, vegan, gluten-free, lactose-intolerant, allergic to peanuts, or have another food sensitivity or allergy, we can make arrangements to meet your dietary needs. Just let your coordinator know in advance and we will provide the food in each destination.

Yes. Check with your cell phone provider. Each company is different and they can give you the most up-to-date information.

According to the US State Department, there is no evidence of terrorist organizations or violent groups in Argentina that specifically target U.S. visitors. However, street crime is relatively common in the major cities and travelers should take common sense precautions. Don’t walk alone or at night and don’t carry large amounts of valuables with you. Most hotels have safes where you can store your belongings. Check out the US State Department travel advisories for the latest information at: http://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/alertswarnings.html

The tap water is safe to drink in Buenos Aires and most parts of the country. To be sure, ask your tour leader or the hotel/restaurant staff. Bottled water is readily available and should be used in remote rural areas.

No immunizations are currently required for visiting Argentina. Hepatitis A and Typhoid are recommended. For the most current information, please consult your doctor and/or check out the Center for Disease Control web-site at www.cdc.gov.

All visitors must have a valid passport to enter Argentina and proof of onward passage. Your passport should be valid for at least six months after your departure date. There is no longer an Argentina reciprocity fee charged to citizens from the United States, Canada, or Australia. 

For all other nationalities, please consult with your nearest embassy or consulate for information on entry requirements. Entry requirements change with surprising frequency. It is each traveler’s responsibility to check with the consulate for the most up-to-date visa information.

Should I bring cash or Traveler’s checks? Are ATMs available? Can I use credit cards?

Most travelers bring a small amount of US cash with them and withdraw from ATMs as they need it along they way. ATMs are readily available in the larger towns and cities. Travelers can withdraw US dollars or local currency at fair exchange rates. Traveler’s checks are fine, but they can be more difficult to exchange and you will usually receive a poorer rate or be charged an additional fee. Credit cards are accepted only in the larger restaurants, some taxis and stores. Although it is helpful to bring a credit card along for emergencies, don’t count on using it for most purchases.