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Check the vaccines and medicines list and visit your doctor at least a month before your trip to get vaccines or medicines you may need. If you or your doctor need help finding a location that provides certain vaccines or medicines, visit the Find a Clinic page.

Routine vaccines

Recommendations.

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include

• Chickenpox (Varicella)
• Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis
• Flu (influenza)
• Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR)

Immunization schedules

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please see  Your COVID-19 Vaccination  for more information. 

COVID-19 vaccine

Chikungunya

There has been evidence of chikungunya virus transmission in Argentina within the last 5 years. Chikungunya vaccination may be considered for the following travelers:

• People aged 65 years or older, especially those with underlying medical conditions, who may spend at least 2 weeks (cumulative time) in indoor or outdoor areas where mosquitoes are present in Argentina, OR
• People planning to stay in Argentina for a cumulative period of 6 months or more

Chikungunya - CDC Yellow Book

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Argentina.

Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.

Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.

Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis A - CDC Yellow Book

Dosing info - Hep A

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Argentina. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Argentina.

Hepatitis B - CDC Yellow Book

Dosing info - Hep B

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.

All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according to  CDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel .

Measles (Rubeola) - CDC Yellow Book

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Argentina.

Rabies is commonly found in some terrestrial wildlife species and bats.

If rabies exposures occur while in Argentina, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.

Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.

Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.

For more information, see country rabies status assessments .

Rabies - CDC Yellow Book

Recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

Typhoid - CDC Yellow Book

Dosing info - Typhoid

Yellow Fever

Recommended for travelers ≥9 months old going to Corrientes and Misiones Provinces. Generally not recommended for travel to Formosa Province or to designated areas of Chaco, Jujuy, and Salta Provinces. Not recommended for travel limited to provinces and areas not listed above.

Yellow Fever - CDC Yellow Book

Avoid contaminated water

Leptospirosis

How most people get sick (most common modes of transmission)

• Touching urine or other body fluids from an animal infected with leptospirosis
• Swimming or wading in urine-contaminated fresh water, or contact with urine-contaminated mud
• Drinking water or eating food contaminated with animal urine
• Avoid contaminated water and soil
• Avoid floodwater

Clinical Guidance

Avoid bug bites, chagas disease (american trypanosomiasis).

• Accidentally rub feces (poop) of the triatomine bug into the bug bite, other breaks in the skin, your eyes, or mouth
• From pregnant woman to her baby, contaminated blood products (transfusions), or contaminated food or drink.
• Avoid Bug Bites

Chagas disease

• Mosquito bite

Leishmaniasis

• Sand fly bite
• An infected pregnant woman can spread it to her unborn baby

Airborne & droplet

• Breathing in air or accidentally eating food contaminated with the urine, droppings, or saliva of infected rodents
• Bite from an infected rodent
• Less commonly, being around someone sick with hantavirus (only occurs with Andes virus)
• Avoid rodents and areas where they live
• Avoid sick people

Tuberculosis (TB)

• Breathe in TB bacteria that is in the air from an infected and contagious person coughing, speaking, or singing.

Learn actions you can take to stay healthy and safe on your trip. Vaccines cannot protect you from many diseases in Argentina, so your behaviors are important.

Eat and drink safely

Food and water standards around the world vary based on the destination. Standards may also differ within a country and risk may change depending on activity type (e.g., hiking versus business trip). You can learn more about safe food and drink choices when traveling by accessing the resources below.

• Choose Safe Food and Drinks When Traveling
• Water Treatment Options When Hiking, Camping or Traveling
• Global Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)
• Avoid Contaminated Water During Travel

You can also visit the Department of State Country Information Pages for additional information about food and water safety.

Prevent bug bites

Bugs (like mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas) can spread a number of diseases in Argentina. Many of these diseases cannot be prevented with a vaccine or medicine. You can reduce your risk by taking steps to prevent bug bites.

What can I do to prevent bug bites?

• Cover exposed skin by wearing long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and hats.
• Use an appropriate insect repellent (see below).
• Use permethrin-treated clothing and gear (such as boots, pants, socks, and tents). Do not use permethrin directly on skin.
• Stay and sleep in air-conditioned or screened rooms.
• Use a bed net if the area where you are sleeping is exposed to the outdoors.

What type of insect repellent should I use?

• FOR PROTECTION AGAINST TICKS AND MOSQUITOES: Use a repellent that contains 20% or more DEET for protection that lasts up to several hours.
• Picaridin (also known as KBR 3023, Bayrepel, and icaridin)
• Oil of lemon eucalyptus (OLE) or para-menthane-diol (PMD)
• 2-undecanone
• Always use insect repellent as directed.

What should I do if I am bitten by bugs?

• Avoid scratching bug bites, and apply hydrocortisone cream or calamine lotion to reduce the itching.
• Check your entire body for ticks after outdoor activity. Be sure to remove ticks properly.

What can I do to avoid bed bugs?

Although bed bugs do not carry disease, they are an annoyance. See our information page about avoiding bug bites for some easy tips to avoid them. For more information on bed bugs, see Bed Bugs .

For more detailed information on avoiding bug bites, see Avoid Bug Bites .

Stay safe outdoors

If your travel plans in Argentina include outdoor activities, take these steps to stay safe and healthy during your trip.

• Stay alert to changing weather conditions and adjust your plans if conditions become unsafe.
• Prepare for activities by wearing the right clothes and packing protective items, such as bug spray, sunscreen, and a basic first aid kit.
• Consider learning basic first aid and CPR before travel. Bring a travel health kit with items appropriate for your activities.
• If you are outside for many hours in heat, eat salty snacks and drink water to stay hydrated and replace salt lost through sweating.
• Protect yourself from UV radiation : use sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15, wear protective clothing, and seek shade during the hottest time of day (10 a.m.–4 p.m.).
• Be especially careful during summer months and at high elevation. Because sunlight reflects off snow, sand, and water, sun exposure may be increased during activities like skiing, swimming, and sailing.
• Very cold temperatures can be dangerous. Dress in layers and cover heads, hands, and feet properly if you are visiting a cold location.

Stay safe around water

• Swim only in designated swimming areas. Obey lifeguards and warning flags on beaches.
• Practice safe boating—follow all boating safety laws, do not drink alcohol if driving a boat, and always wear a life jacket.
• Do not dive into shallow water.
• Do not swim in freshwater in developing areas or where sanitation is poor.
• Avoid swallowing water when swimming. Untreated water can carry germs that make you sick.
• To prevent infections, wear shoes on beaches where there may be animal waste.

Leptospirosis, a bacterial infection that can be spread in fresh water, is found in Argentina. Avoid swimming in fresh, unchlorinated water, such as lakes, ponds, or rivers.

Keep away from animals

Most animals avoid people, but they may attack if they feel threatened, are protecting their young or territory, or if they are injured or ill. Animal bites and scratches can lead to serious diseases such as rabies.

Follow these tips to protect yourself:

• Do not touch or feed any animals you do not know.
• Do not allow animals to lick open wounds, and do not get animal saliva in your eyes or mouth.
• Avoid rodents and their urine and feces.
• Traveling pets should be supervised closely and not allowed to come in contact with local animals.
• If you wake in a room with a bat, seek medical care immediately. Bat bites may be hard to see.

All animals can pose a threat, but be extra careful around dogs, bats, monkeys, sea animals such as jellyfish, and snakes. If you are bitten or scratched by an animal, immediately:

• Wash the wound with soap and clean water.
• Go to a doctor right away.
• Tell your doctor about your injury when you get back to the United States.

Consider buying medical evacuation insurance. Rabies is a deadly disease that must be treated quickly, and treatment may not be available in some countries.

Reduce your exposure to germs

Follow these tips to avoid getting sick or spreading illness to others while traveling:

• Wash your hands often, especially before eating.
• If soap and water aren’t available, clean hands with hand sanitizer (containing at least 60% alcohol).
• Don’t touch your eyes, nose, or mouth. If you need to touch your face, make sure your hands are clean.
• Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when coughing or sneezing.
• Try to avoid contact with people who are sick.
• If you are sick, stay home or in your hotel room, unless you need medical care.

Avoid sharing body fluids

Diseases can be spread through body fluids, such as saliva, blood, vomit, and semen.

Protect yourself:

• Use latex condoms correctly.
• Do not inject drugs.
• Limit alcohol consumption. People take more risks when intoxicated.
• Do not share needles or any devices that can break the skin. That includes needles for tattoos, piercings, and acupuncture.
• If you receive medical or dental care, make sure the equipment is disinfected or sanitized.

Know how to get medical care while traveling

Plan for how you will get health care during your trip, should the need arise:

• Carry a list of local doctors and hospitals at your destination.
• Review your health insurance plan to determine what medical services it would cover during your trip. Consider purchasing travel health and medical evacuation insurance.
• Carry a card that identifies, in the local language, your blood type, chronic conditions or serious allergies, and the generic names of any medications you take.
• Some prescription drugs may be illegal in other countries. Call Argentina’s embassy to verify that all of your prescription(s) are legal to bring with you.
• Bring all the medicines (including over-the-counter medicines) you think you might need during your trip, including extra in case of travel delays. Ask your doctor to help you get prescriptions filled early if you need to.

Many foreign hospitals and clinics are accredited by the Joint Commission International. A list of accredited facilities is available at their website ( www.jointcommissioninternational.org ).

In some countries, medicine (prescription and over-the-counter) may be substandard or counterfeit. Bring the medicines you will need from the United States to avoid having to buy them at your destination.

Malaria is a risk in some parts of Argentina. If you are going to a risk area, fill your malaria prescription before you leave, and take enough with you for the entire length of your trip. Follow your doctor’s instructions for taking the pills; some need to be started before you leave.

Select safe transportation

Motor vehicle crashes are the #1 killer of healthy US citizens in foreign countries.

In many places cars, buses, large trucks, rickshaws, bikes, people on foot, and even animals share the same lanes of traffic, increasing the risk for crashes.

Be smart when you are traveling on foot.

• Use sidewalks and marked crosswalks.
• Pay attention to the traffic around you, especially in crowded areas.
• Remember, people on foot do not always have the right of way in other countries.

Riding/Driving

Choose a safe vehicle.

• Choose official taxis or public transportation, such as trains and buses.
• Ride only in cars that have seatbelts.
• Avoid overcrowded, overloaded, top-heavy buses and minivans.
• Avoid riding on motorcycles or motorbikes, especially motorbike taxis. (Many crashes are caused by inexperienced motorbike drivers.)
• Choose newer vehicles—they may have more safety features, such as airbags, and be more reliable.
• Choose larger vehicles, which may provide more protection in crashes.

Think about the driver.

• Do not drive after drinking alcohol or ride with someone who has been drinking.
• Consider hiring a licensed, trained driver familiar with the area.
• Arrange payment before departing.

Follow basic safety tips.

• Wear a seatbelt at all times.
• Sit in the back seat of cars and taxis.
• When on motorbikes or bicycles, always wear a helmet. (Bring a helmet from home, if needed.)
• Avoid driving at night; street lighting in certain parts of Argentina may be poor.
• Do not use a cell phone or text while driving (illegal in many countries).
• Travel during daylight hours only, especially in rural areas.
• If you choose to drive a vehicle in Argentina, learn the local traffic laws and have the proper paperwork.
• Get any driving permits and insurance you may need. Get an International Driving Permit (IDP). Carry the IDP and a US-issued driver's license at all times.
• Check with your auto insurance policy's international coverage, and get more coverage if needed. Make sure you have liability insurance.
• Avoid using local, unscheduled aircraft.
• If possible, fly on larger planes (more than 30 seats); larger airplanes are more likely to have regular safety inspections.
• Try to schedule flights during daylight hours and in good weather.

Medical Evacuation Insurance

If you are seriously injured, emergency care may not be available or may not meet US standards. Trauma care centers are uncommon outside urban areas. Having medical evacuation insurance can be helpful for these reasons.

Helpful Resources

Road Safety Overseas (Information from the US Department of State): Includes tips on driving in other countries, International Driving Permits, auto insurance, and other resources.

The Association for International Road Travel has country-specific Road Travel Reports available for most countries for a minimal fee.

Maintain personal security

Use the same common sense traveling overseas that you would at home, and always stay alert and aware of your surroundings.

Before you leave

• Research your destination(s), including local laws, customs, and culture.
• Monitor travel advisories and alerts and read travel tips from the US Department of State.
• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) .
• Leave a copy of your itinerary, contact information, credit cards, and passport with someone at home.
• Pack as light as possible, and leave at home any item you could not replace.

While at your destination(s)

• Carry contact information for the nearest US embassy or consulate .
• Carry a photocopy of your passport and entry stamp; leave the actual passport securely in your hotel.
• Follow all local laws and social customs.
• Do not wear expensive clothing or jewelry.
• Always keep hotel doors locked, and store valuables in secure areas.
• If possible, choose hotel rooms between the 2nd and 6th floors.

Healthy Travel Packing List

Use the Healthy Travel Packing List for Argentina for a list of health-related items to consider packing for your trip. Talk to your doctor about which items are most important for you.

Why does CDC recommend packing these health-related items?

It’s best to be prepared to prevent and treat common illnesses and injuries. Some supplies and medicines may be difficult to find at your destination, may have different names, or may have different ingredients than what you normally use.

If you are not feeling well after your trip, you may need to see a doctor. If you need help finding a travel medicine specialist, see Find a Clinic . Be sure to tell your doctor about your travel, including where you went and what you did on your trip. Also tell your doctor if you were bitten or scratched by an animal while traveling.

If your doctor prescribed antimalarial medicine for your trip, keep taking the rest of your pills after you return home. If you stop taking your medicine too soon, you could still get sick.

Malaria is always a serious disease and may be a deadly illness. If you become ill with a fever either while traveling in a malaria-risk area or after you return home (for up to 1 year), you should seek immediate medical attention and should tell the doctor about your travel history.

For more information on what to do if you are sick after your trip, see Getting Sick after Travel .

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Top 15 things to know before you travel argentina.

Oh Argentina, the stuff many an exotic travel dream is made of.

And yes, there’s no denying I was beyond excited when I finally realised an adventure in this much-fabled country was going to be within my grasp.

Which was back in 2019. In the good old travel days!

While I had 6 whole weeks planned to journey the length and breadth of Argentina – from Salta in the north (after I crossed the land border from Bolivia), right down to Patagonia (the most epic hiking destination) in the south – suddenly everything changed when I found out I had been shortlisted for a British Travel Award (top blog *cough cough*) and so, in order to attend this rather prestigious London event, I had to return earlier than planned to the UK and, sadly, cut my time in Argentina short.

Thankfully I did win the award (yes you are reading the words of the Best British Travel Blogger here… I know!) which made the returning home and the cutting of the time in Argentina well worth it!

And thankfully, I still did get 3 full weeks travelling across the north of the country, which was certainly enough to learn a lot about the things you need to know before you embark on a trip here.

There’s no question I’ll be returning to travel Argentina (especially explore the south of this magical land) just as soon as this annoying pandemic does one, but until then, I’m bringing you my list of the 15 crucial things to know before you hit up this destination.

Because when it comes to what to pack, the issues around money, solo female travel and how to survive as a vegetarian out here, I’d definitely got my fair share of experience!

So here goes….

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• 5 Best Places to Visit in Argentina
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#1 How to Travel to Argentina?

So first up, it’s probably a good idea to discuss how you’re going to get to Argentina to begin your travels there.

If you’re already in South America, then it’s good to know Argentina has pretty straightforward land border crossings with Chile, Bolivia, Brazil and Uruguay (although the quickest way to this last country is actually via a ferry crossing!)

Most of these countries have several land borders with Argentina – yes that’s just how huge all the nations are in South America –  and I personally have crossed the border from near Uyuni in Bolivia as well across the border into Brazil from Iguazu Falls .

As long as you plan visas, make an early start and are prepared in advance, these borders shouldn’t present any problems.

Alternatively, if you’re arriving into Argentina from further afield, it’s likely you’ll touch down in the main international airport in Buenos Aires – Ministro Pistarini International Airport, Ezeiza (EZE).

This airport is located just over 22km outside of the city centre, but you can use Uber to get either to your accommodation in the city or to another domestic airport in the capital if you are immediately flying off to another region.

As always, I use Skyscanner to find the best deals on international and domestic flights in Argentina. See more in #7 of this article.

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#2 Visas for Argentina Travel

Most travellers from Europe, the UK, North America, Australia and New Zealand do not require visas to travel Argentina.

You simply get an entry stamp in your passport on arrival, which normally gives you 90 days to explore this country – a good amount of time.

After this point, do make sure you leave the country however, as immigration officials here are very strict when tourists overstay their allocated time and I heard from several travellers that have been banned from re-entering Argentina for a year after not leaving the country on time.

As always, and no matter the passport you hold, I do recommend checking your travel rights in Argentina with your local embassy or foreign office website well in advance of your intended arrival date.

#3 What to Pack?

Argentina is one mighty diverse land, which I’ll cover in more detail in the next point, but suffice to say if you are travelling to several destinations in this country you’ll need a range of clothes and essentials to keep you comfortable across all climates.

This is especially true if you are heading down to the south of the country and / or you plan on doing some serious hiking here, which you certainly should FYI!

I give a complete item by item inventory of exactly what I recommend packing for your Argentinian travels in this complete checklist , so do check it out for more info.

This list was put together after my own travels in Argentina, and more broadly throughout South America, so it certainly has everything you should need, whilst also keeping things light and simple if you’re backpacking like I always am!

#4 Getting to Grips with the Diversity

So yes, as I mentioned above, Argentina is a mighty diverse country.

Perhaps, thanks to its size and the different climates it straddles, it can actually be seen as one of the most diverse nations on the planet.

Form the dry, dusty high altitude deserts in the northern provinces like Salta to the lush, humid and tropical climates around Iguazu Falls , through to the seasonal zones like Buenos Aires and finally the great glacial lands of Patagonia, this country packs it all in.

Which is why it certainly pays to know a little about your travel plans for Argentina in advance.

Knowing which regions you’re likely to travel to, what time of year you plan to visit and what sort of activities you aim to enjoy while you’re there (such as camping and hiking etc) will help you greatly when it comes to knowing the type of weather you can expect and help you pack accordingly!

Remember forewarned is forearmed, and all wise travellers know this!

#5 How to Plan Your Trip?

Another key part of your planning stage, should be setting out a basic itinerary for your travels in Argentina.

Now don’t freak out, I’m not suggesting here that you should have every day of your trip planned out to the nth degree (because trust me, I hate the idea of this just as much as the next freewheeling budget backpacker), but what I am saying is that I would highly advise having a rough itinerary planned out for your travels in Argentina.

Not only will this help with your packing (as outlined above) but it will also help you ascertain whether you can actually fit your intended plans into your intended timeframe!

Yes, when you realise just how long it takes to get between the different regions of this country, and just how much there is to do in each one, you may well need a rethink!

Indeed lots of people, including myself, completely overfill their Argentina itineraries and then, once they look at flights or buses around Argentina and the amount of time these take, do they quite often have to cut down their intended plans by a significant amount!

So, if you want my advice when it comes to Argentina travel plans, less is definitely more.

In Buenos Aires alone, you can easily spend 4-5 days, and that’s without 2-3 days in Iguazu Falls, 4-6 days for the Salta province, not to mention Bariloche, Mendoza and Patagonia… and that’s just the main highlights!

In terms of things you do need to book in advance of your Argentina travels, I would include guided hikes, domestic flights, long distance bus journeys and accommodation in Patagonia in this list because all of these things book up and sell out fast, especially during high season.

#6 Ideal Argentina Travel Itinerary

And this moves us nicely on to my crucial tip here about your Argentina itinerary.

Of course, the time you have to travel this country will drastically alter how much you can fit in, but with anything less than 2 weeks I wouldn’t even think about trying to see the whole country, instead, I would choose half of it (either the north or south) and stick to that.

Because ultimately, not trying to cram everything in will lead to you having a better trip, and isn’t that the point of travelling after all?!

Plus Argentina will always be there for you to return to if you need!

With 2 weeks in the north, I’d concentrate on Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, Salta Province and possibly the student city of Cordoba if you have time.

If you’re coming across to Argentina from Chile, it may make sense for you to skip Salta (which will be sad, because this region is amazing) but possibly replace it with the equally sublime lake and hiking destination of Bariloche and the famous wine region of Mendoza.

Both of these lie closer to the Chilean border and coupled with Buenos Aires, will take you from west to east across Argentina.

Otherwise, if you’re seriously into your hiking and you time your trip right (namely some point between November and February), then it’s hard to beat Patagonia as a destination in itself for at least a week or 2.

This vast and unique natural landscape boasts incredible scenery, glaciers, wildlife as well as remote outdoor action and should not be missed.

Of course, if you have longer to travel Argentina, say 3 weeks+, you can start to combine some of these itineraries to create an epic journey across the country.

Just don’t plan to do too much!

#7 Using Domestic Flights

Not that I’m a fan of too much flying as regular readers will know (there is a climate crisis y’all), but I do accept, that most travellers in Argentina will take at least one domestic flight during their travels here.

And that’s simply because, as I’ve already said at least 3 times in this article (so sorry if I sound like I’m rabbiting on about the same point!) the distance between destinations in Argentina is huge.

For those on a tight timeframe, domestic flights are basically a necessity and if you’re thinking of heading to either Patagonia or Iguazu, they’re basically a done deal because the bus journeys to either of these places, from the nearest other major destinations are at least 24 hours… if not more!

Learn more about how to get to Iguazu Falls from Buenos Aires in this post I wrote.

In general, I recommend booking domestic flights at least 2 weeks in advance, more in high season, because the most popular tourist routes sell out fast.

The good news is that there are budget airlines that offer good prices on domestic flights within Argentina and you can compare them all over at Skyscanner – my fav site for finding the best flights deals.

#8 Taking Domestic Buses / Coaches

If you’re not flying, or trying not to fly everywhere in Argentina (and good on you), then long distance buses or coaches are the best way to get between destinations.

Luxury liners services destinations across Argentina and are used by many locals and travellers alike.

In general, standards are good, but you do get for what you pay for i.e. the more luxury services with comfier seats etc will cost more. I recommend paying a bit more for night buses especially.

Taking night buses is a good way to save on a night’s accommodation and shuffle you between destinations without wasting an extra day of your trip – key if you’re on a short trip and wanting to see as much as possible.

A good travel pillow as well as excellent earplugs and a decent eye mask are a must for long distance night buses in South America FYI!

I took long distance buses several times in Argentina, both during the day and night, and found the services very good and secure.

Buses can be booked in person at the central stations you’ll find almost every town. This tends to be where all the bus departures leave from, and each company (and there’s a lot) will have their own window / ticket booth where you can buy tickets.

You can also buy tickets online in advance, which I would suggest doing at least 1 week in advance of any major journeys, such as overnight voyages.

I recommend Bookaway for this purpose, as they allow you to compare flights and buses, book securely online and make everything easy to read in English!

Just remember to keep a bit of spare change as you’ll have to tip / pay for the luggage handlers to load your bag each time you get on a bus in Argentina – this is not really optional.

#9 Travel Safety Issues

And talking about catching buses in Argentina leads me nicely onto discussing safety in this country more generally.

Throughout my time travelling in Argentina I felt entirely safe – even when staying in budget accommodation and catching overnight buses, my travels were hassle and worry-free.

The only place I would advise you maybe are a bit more wary is in major cities, especially Buenos Aires, where crime against tourists can occur, in particular robbery and mugging.

That said, I visited and walked around Buenos Aires by myself without any problems, but was careful to not have my phone out on the street or to walk around by myself after dark.

I also made sure I based myself in a more upmarket area – trendy Palermo to be specific – which I highly recommend you do too.

Taking free walking tours in this city (of which there are many) is a great way to see the capital and feel safe even as a solo traveller.

Learn more about the best itinerary for visiting Buenos Aires in this post I wrote about the city.

Buying a tourist SIM card is another great way to feel safe in Argentina because this allows you to keep in touch with people at home, use live maps to orientate yourself and also book or contact accommodation / tours / guides etc when you are out and about.

Keep your phone on you, but not in a pocket – a bumbag slung across your shoulder and front of your body is a great idea here.

In case you are the victim of any crime in Argentina, or worse have an accident or need medical assistance, then a key safety tip is to buy travel insurance for your trip to this country.

Alternatively, if you’re a long-term traveller, digital nomad or frequent remote worker seeking travel health cover, check out Safetywing’s Nomad Insurance policies.

#10 Solo Female Travel in Argentina

And getting a SIM card when you are in Argentina is also one of my top tip for solo females travellers in this country.

Although I don’t recommend whipping your phone out on display at every opportunity, especially not in major cities here, having a phone with you, especially when it comes to being able to navigate yourself, is a great idea.

It always makes me feel safer and knowing I can contact people wherever I am, definitely brings peace of mind.

Also be careful going out alone at night – although again this only really applies to cities – as I felt very safe wandering out for dinner of an evening in almost any smaller Argentina town I visited.

I even went out in Buenos Aires of an evening too – at one point not making it home until 6am, although that’s a different story – but was always with other people, using Uber rather than walking, and never alone.

Yes, taking an Uber is a great option after dark in the capital… or at anytime!

Picking up a bit of Spanish can make you feel safer too in Argentina, as can staying in hostels where it’s easier to get local advice and to meet other travellers.

It’s all common sense really.

If you think learning a bit of Spanish sounds like a good idea, then check out the great free language learning app – Duolingo – and also the Latin American Spanish Lonely Planet phrasebook.

I found this very helpful.

Just don’t forget the language they speak in Argentina is very different to a lot of the Spanish you may recognise elsewhere in this continent or in Europe!

#11 Costs of Travelling in Argentina

And now we come to the big one – how much does it cost to travel Argentina?

Well, honestly that depends when you are reading this post and when you are planning to visit, because the one thing you should know when you plan to travel Argentina, is that the economy of this country has a habit of being a bit unpredictable.

When I visited in 2019, they were again suffering a terrible economic recession, which tends to happen more regularly than it should here.

The Argentinian Peso was almost in freefall and while this made the country very cheap foreigners, it was very hard on local people.

Many restrictions had been bought in, which meant accessing money could be difficult for all parties, which leads me into my next point.

#12 ATM Fees

Because of the highly erratic and worrying value of the Argentinian Peso when I was in the county, there were big restrictions on how much local people could withdraw from the ATM on a daily basis.

At one point this was really low, barely enough to survive on

In some places, this also translated to tourists, which meant many travellers found themselves without enough cash to pay for their accommodation etc.

My tip therefore, is to strongly check the state of the Argentina economy before your travels and also to familiarise yourself with any restrictions there may be in advance.

Bring cash, and plenty of it too, as that never fails.

It’s also useful to know many Argentina ATM machines charge foreign cards a crazy fee to use them.

#13 Western Union App

For this reason, and because they gave incredible rates when I was there, one of the best tips I can give for when you travel in Argentina is to download and use the Western Union app .

This is a global app that worked brilliantly in Argentina and was used by almost every traveller on the circuit when I was there because the news of it spread like wildfire!

The basic way to use the app is to load currency from your bank account onto the Western Union app, convert this from your home currency into Argentinian Pesos at a great rate, and then go into a Western Union office in Argentina to collect your cash.

The fees are much lower, the amount you can take out much larger than the ATMs and the exchange rate is better too.

You’re welcome! …. and no, this is not sponsored, it’s just a great piece of advice!

#14 Drinking

You can’t really come to Argentina and not try at least some of the amazing wine this country is famous for, preferably within the place it’s made.

Mendoza is the main spot, but the smaller town of Cafayate is also delightful.

Both allow you to rent bikes and cycle to nearby vineyards to savour the produce with some seriously epic natural backdrops.

Craft beer is also taking hold in Argentina and trendy Palermo in Buenos Aires is the spot to try many of the news ones.

Otherwise, the other local tipple is Fernet – lethal stuff that is usually served after a meal but may also be served mixed into coffee.

You can blame the Italian influence in the country for this one!

It’s good to know tap water is safe to drink in most parts of Argentina.

That said, I still like travelling with my trusty Lifestraw Filter Bottle , an amazing bit of travel technology that makes it safe to drink tap water anywhere in the world by filtering out 99.9% of harmful bacteria.

#15 Eating & Dietary Requirements

And finally we come to the food factor!

Of course Argentina is known for its steak and if you eat the meat you should probably try this when you are here.

If you don’t however, you need not fret.

I found it easy to travel in Argentina as a vegetarian, especially in major cities and towns where the food scene is quite progressive.

Bread is served with most meals, so gluten-intolerant people however, may find they have a slightly harder time.

Local markets and supermarkets sell an array of fresh products and western goods, which means you can generally get your hands on whatever you need!

The Italian influence in this country also means Italian food here can be sensational. Some of the best pizza I ever had was in the capital, BA, no joke!

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Argentina travel guide: Everything you need to know before you go

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Tango, steak, football, Maradona, Evita… a whole host of stereotypes are stuck to Argentina , but what makes the South American country really special is uncovering its contrasts and diversity.

Given its vast size, there are landscapes, climates and activities to suit all tastes, from mountains to lakes, beaches to forests and jungle – which makes it a year-round destination.

Metropolis lovers will relish the culture and architecture of capital Buenos Aires , but a two-hour flight in any direction can land you in wine country, high-altitude plateau, sub-tropical jungle or ski resorts. It’s also often overlooked just how fun and friendly Argentines are, some of the most hospitable people in the world.

Travel restrictions and entry requirements

If you are visiting Argentina, your passport should be valid for the proposed duration of your stay. You don’t need a visa to enter or travel through Argentina as a tourist for up to three months; if you wish to extend your stay for another 90-day period, get advice from the Argentine Migration Office before your current stay ends.

Read more on South America travel :

• The ultimate Buenos Aires city guide
• Brazil travel guide: Everything you need to know before you go
• Why your next safari should be in Argentina

Best time to go

Argentina is in the southern hemisphere, so the seasons are the reverse of the UK. Given the diverse latitudes of the world’s eighth-largest country, it is usually cold and snowy year-round in the southerly Patagonian province Tierra del Fuego, yet humid and warm in Misiones, home to the impressive Iguazú waterfalls.

Buenos Aires is, however, seasonal and the best time to enjoy the capital is spring (late October to December) and autumn (March and April). Many Argentine towns don their glad rags for Carnaval , evidence that it isn’t unique to Brazil , while March in Mendoza focuses on the annual vendimia , or grape harvest festival, where many of the province’s districts are invited to participate and show off their own agricultural prowess.

Top destinations

Buenos Aires

Despite being a buzzy cosmopolitan metropolis, flat riverside capital Buenos Aires is ideal for walking and cycling. Slow the pace down and soak up the distinctive vibes of neighbourhoods such as cool Palermo, well-heeled Recoleta, boho San Telmo and hipster Chacarita. Enjoy the diverse architecture, old-school and trendy cafés, indoor and outdoor flea markets and food halls, and spontaneous attitude that drives this city. Porteños (Buenos Aires residents) are sociable, and despite the country’s spiralling inflation, always find a way to have a good time, whether it’s to gossip over a coffee, share a deep-pan cheese pizza or catch a gig. There’s rarely a dull moment in this exciting city.

Thanks to a contrasting mix of rolling hills and steep mountains, rocky rivers and lakes, the province of Córdoba is a gem that’s worth touring by car. Kick off in the eponymous city – Argentina’s second-largest – by exploring the 16th-century Jesuit block by day then indulging in the buzzing nightlife scene. Further afield, Calamuchita is home to Villa General Belgrano, which hosts Argentina’s biggest Oktoberfest; wine lovers should check out Traslasierra’s bodega (winery) scene. There’s an array of ranches and estancias to chill out at in Sierras Chicas, and folk music fans should definitely book tickets to Cosquín’s legendary summer festival.

Iguazu National Park

A World Heritage Site, the Cataratas del Iguazú are the most impressive waterfalls in the world, whose 275 cascades are shared by Argentina and Brazil; the biggest draw is called the Devil’s Throat. Catch the roaring waters early in the morning before the crowds thunder down the walkway, then explore the tropical national park that’s home to 450 bird species, including toucan, as well as giant anteaters and howler monkeys. Stay at the Gran Meliá hotel in the park, which gives you direct access to the falls, or in nearby Puerto Iguazú town. The best time to visit is spring or autumn.

Wine aficionados must visit Mendoza, the western province framed by the Andes where 76 per cent of Argentine wine is produced. While the city is worth an afternoon’s wander, the real beauty is found in the vineyard districts of Luján de Cuyo, Maipú and Uco Valley. Many bodegas make the most of their stunning backdrops and offer short, guided visits ahead of a paired lunch – fantastic bodega dining experiences include Zonda at Lagarde, Riccitelli Bistró and Piedra Infinita at Zuccardi. Outdoor lovers will relish hiking or horseback riding across the Andes, while serious mountaineers should look to conquer the southern hemisphere’s highest peak, Aconcagua.

Whether it’s undertaking a whale-watching expedition alongside the rugged Atlantic coastline, retracing the steps of the world’s biggest dinosaur or weaving down Bariloche’s ski slopes, Latin America’s answer to the Alps, the vast Patagoniaregion always offers a solid dose of remoteness and a refreshing close-up with land- and water-dwelling nature. Unesco-protected Valdés Peninsula is a seasonal safe haven for orca and southern-right whales; get up close with fun-loving Commerson’s dolphins and a Magellanic penguin colony further south in Playa Unión and Punta Tombo. A cluster of towns proudly bear Welsh ancestry: a fun road trip would include Puerto Madryn, Trelew, Gaiman and Trevelin. Santa Cruz is home to the otherworldly Perito Moreno Glacier, while Ushuaia, the world’s most southerly city, is the embarkation point for Antarctic cruises.

Best under-the-radar destinations

Cabo raso, chubut.

With barely a signpost to its name and certainly no phone signal, the two-person populated Cabo Raso is a true antidote to the modern world. A 90-minute drive south of Welsh-founded town Trelew in Chubut province, stay at the welcoming no-frills lodge that overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and really unwind. Blow out the cobwebs with a blustery beach walk, stopping off at the nuclear bunker built by former president Juan Perón and a shipwreck, before hunkering down over a barbecue. For a similar yet more well-heeled experience, book into eco-lodge Bahía Bustamante, which houses its own penguin island.

Puna, Jujuy

Many visitors to Jujuy head directly to the elevated Salinas Grandes salt flats to obtain the perfect perspective photo, but turn this easy day trip into a breath-taking overnight experience visiting high-plateau indigenous communities. Overlooked by majestic Mount Huancar, whose slopes are a destination for sand boarders, Abra Pampa is the Puna’s largest settlement. Visit the Leopoldo Abánque archeological museum, then check out the stunning reflections in Pozuelos lake. Every August, the community in nearby Casabindo pays its respects to patron saint Virgen de la Asunción before undertaking a bull run and fight in the main plaza. For a luxury Puna experience, book a dome at recently opened Pristine Camps .

Esteros del Iberá, Corrientes

When the Conservation Land Trust discovered endemic species were dramatically dwindling due to hunting in one of the world’s largest wetlands sites, it purchased land to privately restore it before gifting it back to Argentina as a national park. While Esteros del Iberá continues to be a work in progress, jaguars have beenreintroduced to the ecosystem, while breeding projects restore numbers of giant anteaters and one-ring pecorí pigs. Iberá gateways include Colonia Pellegrini and Concepción del Yaguareté Corá: stay in these towns to access wetland activities, such as epic three-day horseback expeditions through rivers or experiencing the virtuous circle local communities have created by swapping hunting for sustainable tourism.

Best things to do

Carnival in gualeguaychú.

In the run-up to Easter, the shimmying takes on greater intensity as the residents of Gualeguaychú finalise preparations for the Carnaval extravaganza. Skimpy, sequined clothing and feathers are obligatory.

Drive the Ruta 40

While it runs the vast 2,360-mile length of Argentina, even traversing a portion of the legendary Ruta 40 and its ever-changing landscapes earns you off-roading stripes. Best achieved in a 4x4, try the northwest road from Salta to Cafayate, taking in lunarscapes, colourful pepper-drying farms, and elevated vineyards.

Festival de la tradición in San Antonio de Areco

Gauchos gather in this traditional town, located a 90-minute drive north of Buenos Aires. to showcase their horsemanship in the first week of November, and no such festival would be complete without an obligatory array of bronco bucking and asados (barbecues).

Truffle hunting in Espartillar

A five-hour drive southwest of Buenos Aires is the tiny rural town of Espartillar, which is home to Argentina’s leading truffle route. Tour Trufas del Nuevo Mundo ’s land between June and late August with Lola, the Brittany spaniel, before sampling wares over a three-course tasting menu. Nearby Pigüé is home to a mega foodie event in December: it holds an annual giant omelette contest.

Vineyards visits in the Quebrada de Humahuaca

While this dramatic canyon in the northwest province of Jujuy is already a destination to visit time warp villages such as Purmamarca and Tilcara, there’s also a flourishing wine route. Vineyards start at around 2,200 metres above sea level and climb; family-run Bodega Kindgard is a recent addition, while Viñas de Uraqui is home to the continent’s highest vineyard, which clocks in at 3,329 metres above sea level.

Getting around

While it’s normal to travel for between 18 and 24 hours by comfy micro , or long-distance coach, from Buenos Aires to reach far-flung destinations (such as Bariloche or Salta), the introduction of low-cost airlines over the past few years has made domestic travel less time consuming; FlyBondi and JetSmart lead the pack. The dilapidated rail network has received little investment to make national travel feasible, but if you’re really keen to ride the Argentine railway, catch a train from Buenos Aires to Rosario (seven hours) or Mar del Plata (six hours).

How to get there

The quickest way to get to Argentina is to fly into Buenos Aires’ Ministro Pistarini airport (also known as Ezeiza) with British Airways, with a daily flight that currently makes a 90-minute stopover in São Paulo, Brazil; passengers continuing on to Argentina stay on the aircraft. Other European carriers flying to Buenos Aires include Iberia via Madrid, Lufthansa via Frankfurt and KLM via Amsterdam. It can be worth looking at US carriers such as American Airlines, which can be a little cheaper but add hours onto a door-to-door journey.

Money-saving tip

Argentina’s economy is led by spiralling inflation, a peso that devalues on a daily basis and a dizzying array of exchange rates including eólarl oficial (official rate, 142.50 pesos to the dollar on 20 September 2022) and dólar blue (black market US dollar at 282 pesos) . This is why Argentines appreciate the stable currency of hard cash in the shape of US dollars and many change their hard-acquired green bills at cuevas , illegal exchanges whose use is the norm, at a rate that can be close to double that of the official. Ask at your hotel before embarking on any exchanges.

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Travel to Argentina and you’ll be rewarded with natural wonders and one of the world’s most stylish capital cities, Buenos Aires . Stretching from the Tropic of Capricorn towards the tip of Antarctica, Argentina encompasses a staggering diversity of terrains. You’ll find everything from lush wetlands to the end-of-the-world archipelago of Tierra del Fuego. Its most emblematic landscapes are the flatlands of the Pampas and the dramatic steppe of Patagonia. Read our guide to Argentina for everything you need to know before you go.

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Size: Argentina is the world’s eighth-largest country by area.

Population: With a population of around 45 million Argentina is one of the least densely populated countries on the planet.

Origins: Some 97 percent of Argentines are of European origin, largely of Spanish or Italian descent.

Exports: Best known for its beef, Argentina is also a leading producer of wine, wheat, fruits and vegetables.

Nobel Prizes: Argentines have twice been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. Carlos de Saavedra Lamas, in 1936, for his peace efforts in South America, and Adolfo Pérez Esquivel, in 1980, for his defence of human rights.

Ancient history: The remains of the largest-known dinosaur – the Patagotitan mayorum , were discovered by chance by a farm worker in Patagonia in 2008.

Movies: Argentina has a vibrant film industry and has twice carried off an Oscar for best foreign language film. La historia oficial (The Official Story) won in 1985 and El secreto de sus ojos (The Secret in Their Eyes) in 2010.

Typical colorful houses and facades in the famous La Boca district in Buenos Aires, Argentina © Peter Zaharov/Shutterstock

Argentina has many beautiful sights: the waterfalls of Iguazú; the spectacular Glaciar Perito Moreno; whale-watching off Península Valdés; the handsome lakes and mountains around Bariloche. If you’re planning to travel to Argentina, bear in mind the long distances between key destinations – it’s a huge country.

Many of Argentina’s most rewarding destinations are also its least well known. These include the Ibera Wetlands (Esteros del Iberá), a huge network of lagoons offering close-up encounters with cormorants and caymans. Likewise the Antofagasta de la Sierra, a remote village set amid frozen lakes mottled pink with flamingos; or Laguna Diamante, a high-altitude lake backed by a volcano. Climate and distance mean it’s more sensible and rewarding to concentrate on one or two sections of the country when planning your travel.

Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires is likely to be your point of entry, as it has the country’s main international airport, Ezeiza. It is an exciting, vibrant city, with an intriguing blend of European architecture and a local flair. You can round off a day’s sightseeing with a tango show, dinner at one of the dozens of fabulous restaurants, or a hedonistic night out.

Traveling to Buenos Aires? Don't miss the opportunity to choose the best places to stay in the city .

The Litoral

Due north lies the Litoral , bordering Uruguay, Brazil and Paraguay. Here you’ll find the Iguazú falls.

Quebrada de Humahuaca

A highlight in the country’s landlocked northwest is the Quebrada de Humahuaca, a fabulous gorge lined with rainbow-hued rocks. Nearby, in the Valles Calchaquíes, a chain of stunningly scenic valleys, high-altitude vineyards produce the delightfully flowery torrontés wine.

Sprawling across Argentina’s broad midriff are the Pampas, arguably the country’s most archetypal landscape. This subtly beautiful scenery is punctuated by small towns, the occasional ranch and countless clumps of pampas grass (cortaderas). The Pampas are grazed by millions of cattle and planted with huge soya and wheat fields.

They are also where you’ll glimpse traditional gaucho culture, most famously in the charming pueblo of San Antonio de Areco. Here, too, are some of the classiest estancias, offering a combination of hedonistic luxury and horseback adventures.

Central Sierras and Cordoba

As you head further west, the Central Sierras loom: the mild climate and beautiful scenery of these ancient highlands have attracted holiday-makers since the late nineteenth century. Within reach is Córdoba , the country’s colonial-era second city.

Keep going west and you’ll get to the Cuyo, with the highest Andean peaks as a snow-capped backdrop; here you can discover one of Argentina’s most enjoyable cities, the regional capital of Mendoza , also the country’s wine capital.

Argentina is home the lion’s share of the wild, sparsely populated expanses of Patagonia (the rest belongs to Chile). It also possesses y the most populous half of the remote archipelago of Tierra del Fuego . These are lands of arid steppe hemmed by the southern leg of the Andes – a row of majestic volcanoes and craggy peaks interspersed by deep glacial lakes . For many people, Patagonia is the first page they turn to in any guide to Argentina.

On the Atlantic side of Patagonia, Península Valdés is a must-see for its world-class marine fauna, including southern right whales, elephant seals and orcas. You may like to trace the region’s associations with Darwin and his captain Fitz Roy in the choppy Beagle Channel off Ushuaia. You could track down the legacy of Butch Cassidy, who lived near Cholila, or of the Welsh settlers whose influence can still be felt in communities like Gaiman, Trelew and – further inland – Trevelin.

Ushuaia Harbor, Tierra del Fuego, Argentina © artincamera/Shutterstock

Discover more places in Argentina

• The Litoral and the Gran Chaco Travel Guide
• Mendoza and El Cuyo Travel Guide
• The Northwest Travel Guide
• Patagonia Travel Guide
• Tierra del Fuego Travel Guide

In this section of our Argentina travel guide we’ll look at the best times to visit.

Spring is perhaps the best time to go to Argentina. The weather in Argentina in spring (Sep-Nov) is perfect almost everywhere, although icy weather is still possible in the far south.

Summer (Dec–Feb) is the only time you can climb the highest Andean peaks, such as Aconcagua. It's also the most reliable time of year to head for Tierra del Fuego, though it can snow there at any time. Buenos Aires is usually hot and sticky in December and January. You should also avoid parts of the north, as temperatures can be scorching and roads flooded by heavy storms.

Autumn (March and April) is a great time to visit Argentina – particularly Mendoza and San Juan provinces for the wine harvests. Visit Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego to see the beech groves as their leaves change colour.

The winter months of June, July and August are obviously the time to head for the Andean ski resorts. Blizzards can cut off towns in Patagonia in winter, and many places in the region close from April to October. Temperatures in the north of the country should be pleasant at this time of year, though Buenos Aires can be bleak in July and August.

A final point to bear in mind when it comes to Argentina travel: many locals take their holidays in January, around Easter and in July. Transport and accommodation can get booked up fast and rates can double. Read more about the best time to visit Argentina .

Though some people travel to Argentina overland, the majority of people arrive via Buenos Aires’ international airport, Ezeiza.

In general, airfares to the country tend to be quite high, but they do vary depending on the route and the season. The highest fares for travel to Argentina are between December and February, around Easter and in July and August. You’ll get the best prices during low season: March to June and September to November. Note also that flying at weekends means higher prices.

Flights from the UK and Ireland

Several airlines travel to Argentina from the UK. British Airways and budget airline Norwegian are the only airlines that fly direct from London. Iberia via Madrid skimps on creature comforts but is often cheap.

There are no direct flights from Ireland to Argentina. If you’re trying to keep costs down, consider flying to London with an economy airline and making a connection. Or, you can fly direct to New York or Miami and catch an onward flight from there.

Some routes allow you to take stopovers on the way – sometimes for free. Potential stopovers include Bogotá, Rio and São Paulo in South America; Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Miami, Newark, Los Angeles and Washington DC in the US; and Frankfurt, Madrid, Milan, Paris and Rome in Europe.

Flights from the US and Canada

Several airlines, including American Airlines, United and Aerolíneas Argentina, offer daily non-stop flights from the US to Buenos Aires. Flying times to Buenos Aires are around 11 hours from New York and Chicago, and nine from Miami.

There’s less choice if you’re planning to travel to Argentina from Canada, with Air Canada offering the only flight into the country – from Toronto via Santiago de Chile. Consider looking for connecting flights with a US carrier.

Flights from Australia, New Zealand and South Africa

The best flight deal to Argentina from Australia and New Zealand is offered by Air New Zealand. In Australia, flights to Argentina leave from Sydney or occasionally Melbourne. There are no direct flights from New Zealand, so you will need to connect elsewhere.

Flights from South Africa to Argentina leave from Cape Town and Johannesburg and usually go via São Paulo; Airfares depend on both the season and duration of stay.

This section of our Argentina travel guide will help you plan your travel around the country.

Getting around Argentina takes longer than you might think; distances are huge, and you are likely to spend a considerable part of your budget on travel. Ground transport (mostly by bus) will give a true impression of the scale of the country and a chance to see the landscape. If you’re planning to cover big distances when you travel in Argentina – especially around Patagonia – domestic flights can save a day or more. The inter-city bus network is extensive but services in remote areas can be poor; in these places, it is worth considering car rental. Train services are run-down and limited and not generally a viable method of traveling in Argentina.

Seven Patagonian lakes – their sparkling waters emerald, ultramarine, cobalt, turquoise, cerulean, sapphire and indigo – linked by a rugged mountain road: a magical route best explored in a 4WD.

Known simply as the Cataratas, the world’s most awe-inspiring set of waterfalls is set among dense jungle, home to brightly coloured birds and butterflies.

The undisputed highlight of La Rioja Province is a World Heritage Site dominated by giant cliffs of deep pink sandstone. Once home to dinosaurs, it’s now the protected habitat of condors, guanacos and foxes.

A visit to one of the world’s few advancing glaciers is a treat for the eyes and the ears; count the impossibly varied shades of blue as you listen to a chorus of cracks, thuds and whines.

The shimmering lagoons of these vital wetlands attract myriad birds, from tiny hummingbirds to majestic herons.

A prehistoric mural, an early finger-printing exercise or ancient graffiti? Whatever it is, this delicate tableau of many hands is one of the continent’s most enchanting archaeological sites.

The prestigious resting place of Argentina’s great and good – even Evita sneaked in – this cemetery is one of the world’s most exclusive patches of real estate.

Take a stroll down the cobbled streets of this bohemian barrio full of tango bars and antique shops, talented street performers and decaying grandeur.

Despite frigid temperatures and extreme altitude – 6,959m – the highest peak outside the Himalayas can be climbed with the right preparation and a knowledgeable guide, making for a world-class mountaineering experience.

Rugged gauchos, nodding pampas grass and herds of cattle are the famous inhabitants of Argentina’s most archetypal landscape.

Whitewashed settlements nestled against polychrome mountains, dazzling salt flats, lush valleys and cactus forests, windswept steppe and deep gorges – some of the planet’s most incredible scenery.

Once Argentina’s most feared penal colony, now the world’s southernmost city, Ushuaia sits proudly on the Beagle Channel, backed by serrated peaks and within striking distance of Tierra del Fuego National Park.

Take a boat or paddle a kayak around the swampy islets and muddy creeks of Tigre. This subtropical town on the capital’s doorstep acts as a gateway to the continent’s second-largest river system.

The world’s biggest dinosaurs once roamed Neuquén Province. Nothing will convey their immensity more than standing underneath their skeletons or seeing their giant footprints in the rock.

Perhaps the most beautiful city in Argentina, Salta La Linda (Salta the Fair) boasts well-preserved colonial architecture, a backdrop of soaring peaks and some wonderful places to sleep and eat.

Mountain Plateau La Puna, Northern Argentina © Galyna Andrushenko/Shutterstock

We’ve expanded our Argentina travel guide to include the following itineraries. They will take you to every corner of the country – and you’ll learn plenty about Argentina no matter which one you choose. You’re unlikely to complete the list, but it will give you a flavour of travel in Argentina and what we can plan and book for you with our Tailor-Made Trips service www.roughguides.com/trips .

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The Great Lakes and Glaciers of Argentina

Experience the great outdoors, Argentina-style! Marvel at jaw-droppingly beautiful Patagonian landscapes, walk the shores of deep-blue lakes guarded by snow-capped mountains at Bariloche, explore the stunning Perito Moreno Glacier – experience all of this, and much more, with this unique trip!

From Chile to Argentina, across the Andean Lakes

Travel from Chile to Argentina across the stunning Andean Lakes, also known as the Lakes District. Beginning in Santiago, you will travel to Puerto Varas, in Chile, and then across the lakes to Bariloche, Argentina, taking in the stunning mountain scenery, before ending your trip in Buenos Aires.

An adventure across three countries: Brazil, Argentina & Uruguay

A trip filled with history, culture and nature spread out over three beautiful and unique countries, Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay. Visit some of the most stunning sites, like the Sugar Loaf Mountain, Iguazu Falls and UNESCO World Heritage site Colonia del Sacramento, during this 14-day trip.

Argentinean Patagonia: from the Coast to the Andes

Explore the region's most fascinating corners: sea life in Puerto Madryn awaits before you head to the most southern city in the world: Ushuaia. Discover Tierra del Fuego before heading out to El Calafate and Bariloche, really soaking in the Argentinean vibes.

Unforgettable Argentina

Argentina has a lot to offer travellers, in this itinerary you will explore the highlights in just two weeks. From busy Buenos Aires you will fly to Iguazu to marvel at the majestic waterfalls before heading south to Puerto Madryn, Ushuaia and El Calafate. Unforgettable Argentina awaits!

Magical Patagonia and Cultural Buenos Aires

Combine exploring the contemporary city of Buenos Aires, with all its luxuries and grand, historical buildings, together with the wild, rugged land of Patagonia. Take in the culture and observe the landscape and wildlife to gain a complete picture of the true Argentina.

Argentina Itinerary 1: Wonders of Nature

Much of Argentina’s nature highlights are in Patagonia, but there are unmissable sights further north, too, if you can spare a month or so.

Watch whales, seals and sea lions basking in the cool waters off this peninsula in northern Patagonia .

The biggest colony of Magellanic penguins in South America is a delightful sight, and the trip there will likely take you past guanacos, armadillos and more.

Situated on the Beagle Channel, teeming with birds, sea lions and king crabs, Ushuaia provides a base for exploring nearby Tierra del Fuego national park.

One of Argentina’s most visited sights. Watch enormous chunks of blue ice calve off the city-sized glacier or don crampons to walk on top of it.

The northern section of Los Glaciares national park provides some of the country’s best trekking, among jagged peaks and turquoise lakes.

Up in the dry northwest, the multicoloured hues of the Humahuaca make it the pick of the region’s sights.

The enormous Iguazú waterfalls on the Argentina-Brazil border, set in subtropical rainforest, make a steamy, stunning contrast to the icy southern sights.

An enchanting, little-visited ecosystem in Corrientes Province whose marshes are filled with an array of wildlife.

A surprisingly verdant river community, just outside Buenos Aires. It makes for a gentle but impressive end to a tour of Argentina’s natural highlights.

Argentina Itinerary 2: Ruta 40

Like Route 66 in the US, Argentina’s Ruta 40 has earned legendary status, inspiring songs, books and of course road trips. It’s the country’s longest highway, running from Patagonia to Bolivia. Count on six weeks if you want to take in all 5224km of “la Cuarenta”.

Ruta 40 starts here, by the Strait of Magellan. It’s a zigzagging route through windswept Patagonian steppe.

Just off the Ruta 40, in the Patagonia wilderness, this World Heritage Site is one of South America’s finest examples of ancient rock art.

This picturesque city is the gateway to the Nahuel Huapi park and Argentina’s Lake District, home to pristine alpine-like scenery, dramatic mountain lakes and ancient trees.

A remote land of rosy lava, ebony gorges, deep karstic caves and flamingo-flecked lagoons in Mendoza Province.

Often inaccessible, this lagoon rewards the adventurous. Enjoy a picnic on the banks of a crystalline brook as you admire the silhouette of Volcán Maipo.

The road in La Rioja Province winds through polychrome mountains that contrast with the verdant vegetation along the riverbanks below.

Stop off at this Catamarca highland village for a top-notch poncho – methods of weaving have been maintained since pre-Hispanic times.

Ringed by mountains, this area of snow-white salt flats is a good place to spot llamas and vicuñas.

Argentina Itinerary 3: Wine and Dine

Travel to Argentina, and you can find excellent-quality food and drink anywhere. Beef plays a part, of course, but there’s more to the country’s culinary offering. Allow two to three weeks for this foodie guide to Argentina.

The country’s capital has the most cosmopolitan selection of restaurants – including its famous puertas cerradas – with inventive cooking at reasonable prices.

Stay on an estancia to enjoy the best barbecued beef you’ll taste anywhere, right in the fertile heartland where it comes from.

• Mendoza Spend your days – and nights if you wish – at a bodega, tasting fine malbec wines with the snow-streaked Andes as a backdrop.

A good place to try the distinctive northwestern cuisine, including the classic empanada, a pasty filled with meat or vegetables, or locro stew.

Vibrant and stylish Rosario overlooks the Río Paraná and is an excellent place to dine on the local river fish, such as dorado, boga and surubí .

The capital of Argentine Tierra del Fuego is the best place to sample centolla (king crab), plucked fresh from the Beagle Channel.

Cathedral in Cordoba, Argentina © diegorayaces/Shutterstock

Travel advice for Argentina

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Accommodation in Argentina

Accommodation in Argentina runs the gamut from campsites and youth hostels to fabulously luxurious estancias (ranches) and opulent hotels offering every conceivable amenity. Between these two extremes you’ll find a whole variety of establishments, including charming old colonial houses with balconies and dark and seedy hotels that lack so much as a window. Informal room rental is also common in towns with seasonal influxes of tourists but too few hotels to cope.

In terms of newspaper circulation, Argentina is Latin America’s most literate nation, and it has a diverse and generally high-quality press. Its television programming is a rather chaotic amalgam of light-entertainment shows and sports, and its radio services tend to fall into one of two categories: urban mainstream commercial channels or amateur ones designed to serve the needs of local rural communities.

Economy and exchange rates

The economic situation in Argentina has been volatile in recent years, and it is advisable to check the latest before you travel. Note that hotels and other types of commerce, especially at the luxury end of the market, often quote prices in US dollars rather than Argentine pesos.

Costs and Money

Notes come in 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500 and 1000 denominations, while 1 and 2 peso coins and 50, 25, 10 and 5 (rare) centavo coins are in circulation. Ask for small denomination notes when exchanging if possible, break bigger ones up at places where they obviously have plenty of change (busy shops, supermarkets and post offices).

Travel to Argentina doesn’t raise any major health worries. Make sure you have the standard vaccinations or updates – tetanus, polio, typhoid and hepatitis A. There have been outbreaks of dengue fever in the far north; other mosquito-related illnesses to be aware of are yellow fever, malaria and (in the far north) zika.

The tap water in Argentina is generally safe to drink, if sometimes heavily chlorinated, but you may prefer to err on the side of caution in rural areas. Mineral water is good and widely available.

Altitude ( puna ) sickness is a condition encountered at anything over 2,000m, but most serious at altitudes of 4,000m and above. It’s a common ailment for travellers entering high altitude areas of the country. Mild symptoms can include headaches, nausea, dizziness or insomnia. However, more severe symptoms can arise, in which case you should seek medical advice. Read more about altitude sickness in Argentina .

It is a good idea to take out an insurance policy before travelling. In Argentina, insurance is more important to cover theft or loss of belongings and repatriation than medical treatment – the country has a state medical system that is free for emergencies.

LGBTQ travellers in Argentina

Thanks to progress in recent years, including the equal marriage law passed in 2010, the attitude in Argentina towards LGBTQ people is quite open. Violent manifestations of homophobia are rare. However, rural areas of the country still do their best to act as if homosexuality doesn’t exist, so it’s best to act a little more discreetly there.

Travel visa requirements for Argentina

Citizens of the US, Canada, Australia, the UK, Ireland, New Zealand and most European countries do not need a visa for trips to Argentina of up to ninety days. All visitors need a valid passport. At international airports you will have your thumbprint and photo digitally recorded on arrival.

If you are planning to travel to Argentina alone with a child you must obtain a notarized document certifying both parents’ permission for the child to travel (check with the embassy). When leaving the country, you must obtain an exit stamp.

Travel safety in Argentina

With the effects of economic crises in 2001 and 2009 still lingering and poverty at 25 percent, Argentina has lost its reputation as a totally safe destination. However, any concerns you have should be kept in perspective. For the majority of those who travel to Argentina, the chance of falling victim to crime remains small. Most of the more violent crime (concentrated in the big cities) tends to be directed at wealthy locals rather than foreign visitors.

In Buenos Aires, the vast majority of visitors have no problems. Follow the basic rules and only carry only what you need for that day, and conceal valuable items such as cameras and jewellery. Always be cautious when withdrawing cash from ATMs. Remember that pickpockets most commonly hang around subte (subway) stations and bus terminals (particularly Retiro in the capital), and on crowded trains and buses.

Car theft is a common occurrence; if you are renting a car, check the insurance will cover you, and always park in a car park or where someone will keep an eye on it. When driving in the city, keep windows closed and doors locked.

Drug use, particularly of marijuana and cocaine, is fairly common among the younger generation, but the penalties for using either are stiff. We strongly advise against buying or using them – quite apart from the risks inherent in the substances themselves, doing so may bring you into contact with some very dangerous people.

If you are unlucky enough to be the victim of a robbery ( asalto ) or lose anything of value, you will need to make a report at the nearest police station for insurance purposes. Check that the police add the date and an official stamp ( sello ).

Argentina’s mores reflect its European ancestry. Apart from getting used to the late dining hours, most travellers from the West will have little trouble fitting in.

One area of etiquette that will probably be new to you is the very Argentine custom of drinking mate. Mate comes with its own set of rules, but foreigners will be given lots of leeway here, as in other areas of social custom – a faux pas is more likely to cause amusement than offence.

Sexual harassment and discrimination

Women planning on travelling alone to the country can do so with confidence. Some machista attitudes do persist but few people will find it strange that you are travelling unaccompanied.

When greeting people or taking your leave, it is normal to kiss everyone present on the cheek (just once, always the right cheek). Shaking hands tends to be the preserve of very formal situations, though some Argentines may offer a hand rather than a cheek if they know you’re foreign.

Tipping is not widespread in Argentina, with a couple of exceptions. It’s normal to give hairdressers and beauticians a five to ten percent tip and you should add a gratuity of ten percent to restaurant bills if service is not included.

The bulk of Argentina’s festivals are found in the Northwest, owing to its attachment to tradition and high proportion of ethnic communities. Pre-Columbian revivals, Catholic and secular celebrations are observed. On the whole, holidays such as Christmas and Easter are more religious, family-focused occasions than they are in Europe and the US. Although some European traditions – such as eating chocolate eggs at Easter – are starting to take off, the festivals are generally a lot less commercial.

When shopping in Argentina there’s no real tradition of haggling, although you can always try it when buying pricey artwork or antiques. Expensive services such as excursions and car rental are also obvious candidates for bargaining, while hotel rates can be beaten down off-season, late at night or if you’re paying in cash ( en efectivo ).

Argentines suffer an incurable addiction to sport, and you’ll hear informed and spirited debate in bars on subjects as diverse as tennis, rugby, basketball and the uniquely Argentine equestrian sport of pato .

Outdoor activities

Argentina is a highly exciting destination for outdoors enthusiasts: world-class fly-fishing, horseriding, trekking and rock-climbing opportunities abound. In addition there’s white-water rafting, skiing, ice climbing and even expeditions onto the Southern Patagonian Ice Cap.

Top image: Fitz Roy, Argentina © Dmitry Pichugin/Shutterstock

Criollo culture

Most closely translated as “creole”, criollo refers to a way of life born in the Americas, but with Old World roots. In Argentina, it is a byword for that which is absolutely Argentine – the culture of the countryside and the gaucho. Key aspects of this include the food – asado barbecues, of course, but also maize-based stews like locro ; clothing – such as baggy riding trousers called bombachas and the espadrille-like alpargatas ; horses – be they for rounding up cattle or playing polo; and a decidedly anti-authoritarian streak in the national character. Even the wealthiest city-dweller is usually keen to prove that he or she is fundamentally a criollo , never happier than when sipping a mate by the fire.

Tango, Argentina’s blues

Tango is not only a dance, or even an art form, it is a powerful symbol, closely associated with Argentina around the world. Essentially and intrinsically linked to Buenos Aires and its multicultural history, it nonetheless has ardent fans all around the country. Rosario and, to a lesser extent, Córdoba, the country’s two biggest cities after the capital, have a strong tango culture, complete with milongas (tango dance halls) and shops to buy the right garb and footwear. And don’t be surprised to find villagers in some remote hamlet, hundreds of miles from Buenos Aires, listening to a scratchy recording of Carlos Gardel – the 1930s heart-throb still regarded as the best tango singer. Some experts argue that tango’s success can be put down to its perfect representation of the Argentine psyche: a unique blend of nostalgia, resignation and heartbroken passion.

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Travel Vaccines and Advice for Argentina

Argentina is an alluring destination brimming with a rich, diverse culture. From tropical, sunny northern cities to snow and skiing in the south, Argentina offers a variety of options for any traveller’s desires.

Buenos Aires, the nation’s capital, is a lively, invigourating city that immerses travellers in the culture and history of Argentina. At the heart of the capital is the Plaza de Mayo, filled with preserved Spanish and European style buildings from the 19th century.

The Iguazú Falls line the border of Argentina and Brazil, and are amongst some of the largest waterfall systems in the world. The Iguazú National Park in Argentina is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

If you’re looking to feel a chill, then you can still find what you seek in one of Argentina’s many ski resorts. Tourists can also head to snowy Ushuaia, which is considered the most southern city in the world.

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Do I Need Vaccines for Argentina?

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Argentina. The National Travel Health Network and Centre and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Argentina: hepatitis A , hepatitis B , typhoid , yellow fever , rabies and tetanus .

See the bullets below to learn more about some of these key immunisations:

• Hepatitis A – Food & Water – Recommended for most travellers to the region, especially if unvaccinated.
• Hepatitis B – Blood & Body Fluids – Recommended for travellers to most regions.
• Tetanus – Wounds or Breaks in Skin – Recommended for travellers to most regions, especially if not previously vaccinated.
• Typhoid – Food & Water – Recommended for travellers to most regions.
• Yellow Fever – Mosquito – Recommended for travel to Corrientes and Misiones provinces. May be recommended for Formosa, Chaco, Jujuy and Salta.
• Rabies – Saliva of Infected Animals – High risk country. Vaccine recommended for long-stay travellers and those who may come in contact with animals.

See the tables below for more information:

Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for some travellers to Argentina, based on their itinerary. Consult with a travel health specialist to learn if you’ll need one for your trip.

There is a risk of contracting the Zika virus in Argentina. Zika cases are present in the provinces of Chaco, Formosa, Salta, and Tucuman. All travellers are at risk, especially women who are pregnant or may become pregnant. Taking steps to prevent insect bites, such as using DEET-based repellants can lower your risk.

For more information on any of the vaccines above, visit Passport Health’s detailed speciality vaccination pages or make an appointment with your local Travel Medicine Specialist . To make your appointment, ring or booking online now .

Do I Need a Visa or Passport for Argentina?

The majority of travellers can stay in Argentina up to 90 days without a visa. Travellers on Emergency Travel Documents may be denied entry. Passports must be valid for the duration of your stay. Proof of onward or return travel may be required.

Sources: Embassy of Argentina and GOV.UK

What is The Climate Like In Argentina?

The climate in Argentina is diverse, ranging from tropical to polar. Precipitation is generally light to moderate throughout most of Argentina. Here is what to expect in a few diverse tourist destinations:

• Buenos Aires – The capital city has a moderate temperature, similar to cities in the southeastern United States. Winters are mild, whilst the summers get quite humid and hot. Buenos Aires rarely sees snow.
• Ushuaia – The capital of Tierra del Fuego is one of the colder regions in Argentina. This area experiences a mild tundra climate. It is also very humid and experiences frequent rain, sleet and snow in the winter months.
• Iguazú Falls – The climate along the Iguazú River and the Misiones Province is humid subtropical. The temperatures stay high all year. The chance of precipitation near the Iguazú Falls is high. The rainy season is from January to March.

How Safe Is Argentina?

There is criminal activity in Argentina, particularly in bigger cities.

The UK government reports frequent scams involving black and yellow taxis at airports in Buenos Aires. Some of these scams include pretending to help tourists with their money whilst secretly exchanging their bills for forgeries. When flying into Argentina, pre-arrange your ride from the airport using flat-rate “remise” services. When in town, always arrange for your taxi from secure locations such as hotels.

There is also a concern about “express kidnappings”. Victims are kidnapped and forced to withdraw as much money as they can from ATMs. Family, friends or coworkers are contacted and demanded to bring a ransom or as much money as possible. The victim is usually released once the ransom is paid. Some of these victims have included foreigners.

Street crime is a general problem. Common criminals include muggers, scam artists, pickpockets and purse-snatches. It is important to keep your guard up when in hotel lobbies, restaurants, at public transportation locations and on the street.

The UK Embassy reports many cases of stolen passports. Keep your passport and any valuables in a hotel safe and keep a photocopy of your passport on your person.

Extreme Sporting In Argentina

With abundant nature and sprawling, snowy mountains, Argentina is the perfect destination to try out extreme sports. Tourists can enjoy skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, diving, rafting, mountaineering and more.

But, whilst Argentina is the perfect paradise for these peculiar sports, it is still important to exercise caution before speeding down mountains or jumping into unknown waters.

Research all excursions to ensure that you know exactly what you are getting yourself into or if you are even capable of participating. This will prevent unwanted injury whilst you are abroad. Going with a reputable vendor or guide is extremely important as well.

What Should I Take To Argentina?

In addition to all travel documents and medications recommended by a Passport Health Travel Medicine Specialist, here are some items to consider packing:

• Insect Repellant – Many viruses and potential illnesses in Argentina, including Zika, come from mosquitos or other insects. Packing a repellent with at least 20%-30% DEET will help keep those infecting pests away. Also consider packing neutral-colored and loose-fitting clothing that covers your arms and legs.
• Motion Sickness Medicine – If you are planning to travel, you may have to take buses over bumpy roads or even boats over choppy waters. Having medication on-hand will help you avoid any discomfort, headaches or nausea.
• Insect Repellent – Mosquitoes feast at night. Apply repellent whether you’re planning to go out on the town, or stay close to your lodging especially during wet seasons.
• Sun Cream – The best way to protect your skin’s health and prevent sunburn is to apply sun cream. While it may not seem necessary in certain regions or if it is raining, skin damage can still occur.
• Varied Clothing – You will need a variety of clothing to deal with the wide range of the temperatures you will face. While wearing shorts and a t-shirt may be comfortable in Buenos Aires, you may need a jacket if you go to areas such as Patagonia or Ushuaia. Bring an umbrella, as rain is common in some parts of the country.
• Feminine Products – If you are a female traveller, ensure you pack enough sanitary napkins and tampons. Many bloggers and travellers have reported difficulty finding and buying feminine care products throughout parts of South America, particularly in Argentina.

Embassy of the United Kingdom in Argentina

If you are in Argentina and have an emergency (for example, been attacked, arrested or someone has died) contact the nearest consular services. Contact the embassy before arrival if you have additional questions on entry requirements, safety concerns or are in need of assistance.

British Embassy Buenos Aires Dr Luis Agote 2412 (1425) Buenos Aires, Argentina Telephone: +54 11 4808-2200 Emergency Phone: (011) 4808 2200 Fax: +54 11 4808-2235 Email: [email protected]

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Flights departing from London Heathrow generally have one stopover. British Airways flights to Ezeiza stop over in Madrid, LATAM Airlines have a stopover in Sao Paulo, Air France flies via Paris and American Airlines operates via JFK or Miami. You can also find flights from Heathrow to Jorge Newbery Airport via Sao Paulo, in Brazil. If you prefer to depart from Manchester, Air France flights usually stop over in Paris.

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Several airlines offer Business Class flights. Air Europa has Business Class flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse and London Heathrow to Argentina. Air Canada also offers Business Class flights from these two airports. American Airlines has Business Class flights from London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Edinburgh Turnhouse, and Manchester Airport.

Where should I fly to in Argentina?

Most flights from the United Kingdom arrive in Buenos Aires. If you want to visit Argentina’s top attractions, including Iguazu Falls, Tierra del Fuego National Park, the resort town Ushuaia or the glaciers of Los Glaciares National Park, you should book a domestic flight from Buenos Aires to a city close to your destination.

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Air France and LATAM Airlines work together to provide flights from Manchester Airport via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL) that land in Cordoba. KLM is the most popular airline for routes to Córdoba. KLM has flights from London Heathrow, Edinburgh Turnhouse, London City Airport, and Manchester Airport, all with a stopover in Amsterdam and Buenos Aires en route.

How do I get to the city centre from the airport?

Passengers arriving at Ezeiza Airport can take a bus to the Madero bus terminal in the city centre in about 45min. You can also hail a taxi or book or rideshare and get to the city centre in about an hour, depending on traffic. If your flight arrives at Jorge Newbery Airport, board the Manuel Tienda Leon Express Shuttle Service to the Madero terminal, which takes around 20min.

Which airlines offer direct flights to Argentina?

Although there are no direct flights, Air Europa is a popular choice with many because of the quick stopover times and shorter total travel time. Air Europa flights from London Gatwick Airport to Buenos Aires via Madrid are some of the best options. American Airlines offers flights to Buenos Aires from London Heathrow, with a quick stop in New York.

What visa do I need to travel to Argentina?

British nationals are not required to obtain a visa to enter Argentina if they are visiting as a tourist and staying for less than 90 days. You can extend your stay for another 90 days at the Argentine Migration Office once you are in Argentina. Your passport should be valid for the duration of your stay, and you may need to show proof of a return ticket upon arrival.

Where are the car hire desks at Jorge Newberry Airport?

The car hire desks at Jorge Newberry Airport (AEP) are located within the Arrivals area of the airport. Once leaving the Customs and Baggage Claim area, you'll find the car hire desks nearby. Follow the overhead signage to get there, or ask one of the airport staff members for help. If you book online, a representative will meet you in the Arrivals area and escort you to the vehicle.

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One of the best festivals to experience in Argentina is Carnival during February and March, or going over Christmas, when the whole country is festive. Be aware that flights costs increase during this time, thanks to the influx of visitors, but you can avoid these increases by booking in advance, or catching a flight a month before and staying a little longer.

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An average direct flight from the United Kingdom to Argentina takes 24h 43m, covering a distance of 7025 miles. The most popular route is London - Buenos Aires with an average flight time of 16h 25m.

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• Most flights from the United Kingdom to Argentina depart from London Heathrow (LHR) or Manchester Airport (MAN) and arrive at Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) or Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP), in Buenos Aires.
• Several airlines use Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) as a base and operate flights from the UK. Among them are British Airways and LATAM Airlines. British Airways offers direct flights from London Heathrow to Buenos Aires and serves as a convenient option for travellers from the UK. LATAM Airlines also operates flights from various UK airports with stopovers.
• Before you depart on your flight to Argentina, take time for some pampering at the Be Relax spa at Heathrow Airport and enjoy a relaxing massage, facial or pedicure.
• If you're looking for cheap flights with numerous stopovers, consider booking flights with self-transfer stopovers en route. American Airlines offers these flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI), while ITA Airways and Flybondi operate them from London City Airport (LCY). Make sure your stopover allows plenty of time to collect your luggage and check in again at each stop.
• No matter which airline you’re flying with, make the most of your airport experience at one of the exclusive lounges at Heathrow or Manchester Airport, which offer freshly prepared cuisine, complimentary drinks, comfortable seating and work zones.
• If you're travelling with a lot of luggage and need to check bags in, consider booking flights with major airlines that include luggage allowance. Flights with American Airlines from Edinburgh Turnhouse or London Heathrow (LHR) are common choices and have a checked baggage allowance of 23 kg.
• Passengers departing from Manchester Airport can pre-book the Security Fast Track service, which saves time at the airport by allowing you to pass through the express lane at security and passport control.
• A wide range of accessible facilities are available at the airports in the UK, including accessible toilets, Changing Places, dedicated quiet areas, assisted shopping services and sunflower lanyards for people with hidden disabilities.
• Buenos Aires is a convenient base for your trip to Argentina. Many flights arrive at Ministro Pistarini International Airport (also known as Ezeiza Airport), which is one of the biggest airports in Argentina and is located 20 miles from the capital.
• Jorge Newbery Airport is located only 6 miles from the Buenos Aires city centre, making it a more convenient option to get into town.

Top 5 airlines flying to Argentina

You delayed my trip three days for no reason other than your lack of preparedness, did not offer any compensation, including food or a bed. I couldn’t trust you so I moved up my return flight and lost another day at the end of my trip to hopefully make sure I make my next flight. I will never fly LATAM again. You have the worse accountability and reliability and clearly do not care that your clients have lives and what it cost to fly to another country.

TAM is a real disappointment. We had to jump on a crowded bus for a 6am flight - although there were at least 15 available fingers that could have been used by our plane. Then, we were placed on row 30 - the last row of the plane, despite having purchased the tickets a long time ago and being TAM gold plus members. Note: worse seats on the plane. Great way of rewarding your frequent flyers TAM ! I now remember why I stoped flying internationally with TAM and moved to American, United, Swiss, Lufthansa and BA. TAM has no respect for its customers.

They offered food. The crew passed by again offering water. I enjoyed the two seating section. I think is very comfortable instead of the three seat way, unless you seat in the middle; which it's not bad, but I wouldn't prefer. All and all, I think the lay out of the seating rows are better than other airlines so far( I haven't tried many anyways). The lay out makes the getting in and out to use the restroom less uncomfortable and cramped. First time flying with Latam. I will fly with them again

I didn't realize they didn't have bathrooms on the plane. Almost had a very bad situation.

Everthing ok , crew very nice but but we had a bad experience with the wheel chair we had to wait too much for the chair, my husband couldn’t walk and he was in lot of pain , LATAM has to take care of that

Flight was great Customer service was questionable until we found someone at checkin to help us. One young lady took all our passports disappeared for 15 minutes, came back with nothing done, handed to someone else and left for lunch. Very complacent. Baggage was very expensive until we went to the service counter and a separate person helped us. Even with platinum status they wouldn’t allow free bags. We will continue to fly Delta as our preferred carrier but will avoid checking in with Latam. Dr. Armand Radke

It was ok for the most part, it is missing something

It was a good experience, the flight was a little too long & the food was ok

Hostile flight attendants. Second flight with Jose so much better. Arrived 1/2 hour early. Thanks.

Liked check in process To improve: food and beverages. Not second round was offered and meal had no salad.

Food was terrible. No breakfast. Will not use this airline.

I'm not going to travel with that airline again.

I travel on a monthly basis and I’m not a stranger to budget airlines. I never complain about anything, it just about adjusting you expectations to what you paid for and you will get, but these flights (2) with Air Europa Miami - Madrid - Athens were a terrible experience. Both flights had a significant delays and multiple gate changes. At the checking they used a hand scale to weight your carry in, it cannot be more than 10 kg , even it fit on size.Luckily mine was ok . The food was inedible. The staff service was ok, but you can totally tell they do not care about much and show little customer service culture. I think this was my last trip on Air Europa. Actually the price was almost the same than other major airlines, I just took this one because I needed to depart late at night.

Probably will never use this air line again. Rude miserable staff. Uncomfortable seats.

Well, I'm not too happy with the service a flight for 9 hours with only a cup of water or wine. Food only service you one-time I bind flights many different airlines and they make sure that you feel comfortable with the food and drink

i paid accidently for a second bag instead of a golf bag (Eur 40 instead of 50) they would give me credit when i tried to change the second bag from a regular suitcase to a golfbag. The comment was "you made a mistake, your problem"

Very BAD crew service They ignore at all any call for service . Very rude from the check in process to all the tripularion members in the fight .

Extremely efficient and incredibly friendly staff. Very organized to board and to de-plane. They were all very attentive during the flight.

The flight, the staff and the airplane were all fantastic. I highly recommend.

Boarding, crew and flight were very smooth and efficient. It was a bit difficult to understand the announcements on board, but it is a minor thing. What was quite bad was the very long time it took to retrieve the luggage at the Frankfurt airport.

It was cancelled. And they had terrible customer service to rebook. Then our rebooked flight was cancelled

I had an 11.5 layover and the flight was delayed to 12 hours. I visited Turkish Air to see if it was possible to receive a voucher for a hotel or even shower, nothing. I cried. My son and I are traveling alone and I felt the airline should have shown some sympathy, at least to shower. I cannot sleep during flights and felt like I would pass out anytime. It was a very real problem. Next time I will fly with an airline that shows more sympathy towards their passengers.

The economy seats had space unlike Iberia Airlines from NY to Barcelona.

Food is very bad! They didn’t put me and my family sitting all together. The airlines want to charge for everything such as seat, boarding priority and etc but they have to pay attention on what they are providing in exchange!

Comfortable seat Attentive cabin crew Asian vegetarian meal very good Not enough drinks were offered during flight No ice cream Snack offered before landing not good very unpleasant taste no choices

Same comment as before for the luggage. And the gluten free breakfast burrito made my husband sick....

This flight was rebooked from a missed connection 3 days before due to connecting flight cancelation. We had upgraded on our original flight but were assigned coach seats on this flight. BA could do nothing to upgrade us due to this flight being "overbooked" and "busy". We should have been rebooked in upgraded seats. Now we have to apply for a refund.

Today, this flight was great. It was on time and comfortable unlike the one on Friday July 12th that was canceled after a very long delay at the airport. Our flight to Newcastle 2 weeks previous was also canceled and the one that flew us to Newcastle, the next day, left Heathrow after it should have arrived in Newcastle. We heard of othe cancelations on this route. BA needs to fix/address this unreliable route.

Good seats. Average to poor lunch. The snacks before landing was worse. Great crew.

They cancelled our NON_STOP flight from London to Chicago 22 hours before our flight. After a 2 hour phone call, they rescheduled us from London to Barcelona (Wrong way to USA) 2 hour lay over, and then to Chicago for a 9 1/2 hour flight at 6 am. Ruined 2 days of our vacation. We will not fly British Airways again.

The connection to LYON was very tight. The flight was nearly finished boarding when we got to the gate

Crew was excellent. Sat us together after the airline changed our seats. This was the smaller plane/shorter flight so no entertainment or food.

I liked that the chairs don't go back too far. I did not like the entertainment system, which was really terrible by industry standards. The crew were unpleasant. The main meal was terrible, the morning meal was quite good.

Wonderful crew on board. Unfortunately I was told I had to check my carry on small wheeled luggage because it didn't fit in the sample compartment in the terminal and then it didn't make it to my connecting flight and didn't arrive with me to Boston. While I understand not everyone's rollerboard luggage will fit, I don't think using that sample compartment is a fair/consistent way to do it because there were many other people in line to board with the same size piece of luggage as mine and I am certain not all of them would have fit in the sample compartment either. In the US when there is not enough space they limit based on first come first serve with people in line or they ask for volunteers at the gate to check their luggage which handles some of the problem. Maybe someone with a close connection (90 min, but the flight was delayed 20 min), for an international flight to the US isn't the best person to check a bag.

I did not like that they failed to put my luggage on my connecting flight to Athens. I was promised it would be located and delivered within 2 days but later told there was no information on its location. This caused me to have unplanned for expenses because I then had to purchase new clothing to wear on my vacation. I did not receive my luggage until my return flight home. I will not be traveling with them again.

Absolutely the most awful experience in the history of service from gate agents to baggage handlers. Never will i use kayak or Lufthansa again. Ever.

No internet, very narrow seats insufficient room for three passengers with encroachment.

Flight was cancelled and I didn’t arrive until 11 hours after I was scheduled to.

Other than problems with checking in and uploading passport info everything was great. It would be nice to be able to manually input passport info. Often while traveling the bandwidth has problems uploading pictures

Give at least coffee or juice as it is an international flight.

A late notice on the departure board of a last minute gate change from A gates to C gates was particularly challenging for us. We are senior citizens who ambulate just fine, at our pace. This late notice caused all of us to run, or in our case, walk as quickly as we could from Gates A to the transit train then down an another long concourse. Anyone with mobility issues or needing a cane to walk would not have made it on their own and they wouldn’t have had enough time to coordinate wheelchairs. At first I thought this was just “how it goes” at airports, until I noticed a text I received on my trip-it app that notified me of this gate change- WELL ahead of the departure boards in the airport. Had I be paying attention to my app instead of the AIRPORT’S information system we would have been able to move on with ease and composed instead of ‘trotting quickly’ and agitated at the new gate.. I see this as a flaw in either the airport’s arrival/departure board system or in BA’s communication to the airport. Either way, there is a LOT of room for improvement.

Did not fly this flight because one of the two flights, Geneva to London or London to Boston, was cancelled the morning of departure.

They canceled the original flight and I had to take the fligh the next day

A cattle car, but at least they didn't lose our luggage this time.

Charging ports would have been nice. No entertainment but it was a short flight so not really necessary.

I had paid for my family to sit together on the plane. When we got to the plane this wasn't the case and we were separated. meanwhile the lady sitting next to me told me how she didn't pay and were all sitting together

My baggage never arrived .. its day 4 and still waiting.. on top of that the idiots gave my luggage to fedex who dont deliver on sat/sun and i am waiting on my medicines .. hopeless ground staff using mediocre logic to show urgency of luggage delivery

It didn't happen at all. They sold out my seat taking their own decision that I'll not get to boarding on time, but I was!

Terrible, broken window and the blinded didn’t shut during the entire flight. Nobody could sleep

The experience was terrible. 1) We boarded late, 2a) BA lost my bag, 2b) The bag was delivered an entire day later than they said, and 2c) When it was delivered they brought the wrong / someone else's bag, and then the drivers had to come back with the right one. My medicine was in that bag so I needed it ASAP and there was no number to call that would let me speak to an actual person (vs. a automated voice that hangs up on you). This is in addition to my departing flight where an 11 hour travel day turned into a 20 hour travel day, given that: 1) the flight departed late AND it took an hour to deplane when we landed, causing us to miss our connection to Florence. This meant we had to take two connectors to arrive the same day (through Madrid and then Florence). 2) For the 2nd connector, the printer broke so we had to exit Madrid airport to print our boarding passes, and that delay almost caused us to miss our connector for a 2nd time in the same day, for reasons that BA should have easily been able to address.

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TESSAN US to UK Plug Adapter, Type G UK Travel Plug Adapter, Ireland Scotland Dubai Power Adapter with 3 Outlets and 2 USB Ports, USA to England London British Qatar Kenya Outlet Converter

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• UK Travel Plug adapter: US to UK Ireland travel power plug adapter combined 2 USB ports and 3 American AC outlets, converts 2 or 3 prong flat pin American standard plug to UK style electrical outlet/socket, act like a travel wall outlet extender. When travel to Type G outlet countries from USA then you will need to bring an UK plug adapter to fit an US plug into a British / Irish power outlet.
• 5 in 1 Ireland Plug Adapter: This UK adapter can turn 1 England Type G socket into 4 American AC outlets and 3 USB ports; 4-side design can charge 7 devices at a time without blocking, compatible with laptops, camera and more devices.
• UK Power Adapter with USB: 2 USB ports can detect charged devices and deliver optimum charging speed up to 3A (2.4A max per port), meet various charging demands for your worldwide journey; ideal for cell phone, tablet, earphone, camera, etc.
• Compact Size: With only 5oz lightweight design, portable size allows this UK travel adapter easily put in your pocket, effectively saving the space of your suitcase, backpack and handbag; No surge protection, no cords, making it fully cruise ship essentials.
• NOTE: This UK outlet adapter only works on 100V to 250V wide voltage devices. If you want to use your hair dryer, straightener or curling irons, they need to support wide voltage, or you may need a power voltage converter.

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Product Description

Lightweight in Your Suitcase

Type g travel adapter makes your trips easier.

Ideal For Travel

• Light and compact, 3.07 x 1.97 x 1.97 inch and 3.7Oz, taking little space in your suitcase. No surge protection, NO cords, cruise ship approved.
• It can works in hotel, bedroom, bathroom and dorm room.

5 in 1 UK Power Adapter

• 3 AC Outlets Compatibility: Dual voltage USA 2 prong or 3 prong devices
• 2 USB Ports Compatibility: All USB rechargeable devices

Type G Plug Adapter - Compatible Countries:

United Kingdom(England/Scotland/Wales/Northern Ireland)/Botswana /Cyprus /Dominica /Ghana / Guyana / Hong Kong /Iraq /Ireland /Kenya /Kuwait /Lebanon/Malaysia /Maldives /Malta /Mauritius / /Oman /Pakistan / Qatar /Saudi Arabia /Singapore /Sri Lanka /Tanzania /Uganda /UAE /Yemen /Zambia /Zimbabwe etc

Not a Voltage Converter

It can NOT CONVERT VOLTAGE. It is compatible with only dual and multi worldwide voltage (100V-250V) electronics products. If your device only works on 110V, you may need a power voltage converter for your travel.

Cube Design for Bulk Plug

• Cube Design avoids the plugs blocking each other
• Charging 5 device at the same time, friendly for group or family travel

Cruise Ship Approved

• It has NO surge protection, NO cords, making it fully cruise ship approved
• Compact Size and Lightweight Design

How to Choose the Plug Adapter for Your Travel

1. When travel to 220V countries from the US, please make sure your devices support 100V to 250V Dual Voltage, especially your hair dryer, straightener, hair curler, electric toothbrush.

2. Different Countries have different plug standards. There are type G, type C, type E/F, type L, type I, type D, type M, type H, type J, type N, and so on. Pls check the type you need from the listing.

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Customers like the value, helpfulness, outlets and ease of use of the electronic adapter. They mention that it's well worth the money, has a couple of USB outlets and that it is easy to use and share. They appreciate the quality, saying that it looks a quality item and that the adapter is built tough. Customers are also happy with portability, and performance. However, some customers have different opinions on fit.

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Customers are satisfied with the performance of the adapter. They mention that it works well to keep their electronics charged, and has no issues with it. Some say that it is useful and works great for normal US plugs, while others say that anything wider than a normal plug might cause issues.

"We used this in Spain. Worked perfectly . Had just enough adapters and USB ports. Great buy!!" Read more

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" Worked great - if they had foldable prongs it would be better for travel." Read more

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Customers like the outlets in the adapter. They mention that it has multiple outlets and USB charging ports. They say it's convenient to have multiple conventional plugs plus USB ports. Customers also say that it provides USB-Tyep A plugs, which are handy for charging cell phones and other devices.

"Compact, light weight and accommodated several electronic devices . Would recommend." Read more

"The item has many plugs to enable you to use one plug to charge numerous items." Read more

"... Charge two cell phones and plug in whatever else you need!" Read more

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Customers like the quality of the adapter. For example, they say it's built tough, reliable, and cost efficient. Some mention it'll accept up to 240V.

"...and the overall appearance was great they are made of a tough and durable material . Packs rite in your suitcase and doesn't take up any needed space...." Read more

"Make sure your power supplies accept up to 240V. Then, this adapter is perfect ! Charge two cell phones and plug in whatever else you need!" Read more

"Works as it should, build quality appears to be very good ." Read more

"...just note that this thing doesn’t have a ground plug (in Europe those are located in the center of the other two) , so just know that the third..." Read more

Customers appreciate the value of the adapter. They say it's well worth the money, has quality at a good price, and works perfect for their needs. Some customers also mention that it has three outlets and two USBs. Overall, most are happy with the product's value.

"...Worked perfectly. Had just enough adapters and USB ports. Great buy !!" Read more

"...Overall, it's a very good product , but it isn't perfect...." Read more

"was great for the price , sturdy, lots of plugs" Read more

Customers find the adapter great for travel, handy, and easy to travel with. They say it makes their travel easier and is perfect for travel to Europe, Italy, and South Africa. Some mention that the adaptor is chunky but not easily lost in their luggage or purse.

"This is perfect for travel because it has so many features without a long cord. I do carry a 15 ft cord with me...." Read more

" Very useful for travelers like me. I travel a lot and as all my devices are from USA, this device helps me using the plugs in Europe + phone chargers." Read more

"...It’s compact and easy to carry ." Read more

"...The adapter is easy to carry around in the luggage without occupying much space, and the adapter is built tough as well." Read more

Customers find the adapter easy to use and share. They say it charges their cell phone, watch, and iPad quickly. They also appreciate the clear instructions and the ability to plug it into the hotel room wall sockets.

"Travel in Israel. Item easy to use and worked exactly as expected." Read more

"...I really liked the shape of the adapter, which made it easy to use and store ...." Read more

"...It’s very durable and easy to use " Read more

" Simple , easy to use device. Just plug it into a British-style wall outlet and then you can plug your small appliances with US-style plugs into it...." Read more

Customers find the adapter very helpful and versatile. They say it's great for their needs and has excellent features that allow connection of multiple devices.

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"I bought this for travel to Kenya and it was really handy ! I love that it contains plugs and USB ports. No issues with it at all." Read more

" Fit the purpose and at a great price." Read more

" Super handy as we traveled. A little bulky but very functional." Read more

Customers are mixed about the fit of the adapter. Some mention that it's the perfect size, lightweight, and takes very little room in their carry-on bag. Others say that it’s a little bulky, loose, and heavy on the inlet side.

" Compact , light weight and accommodated several electronic devices. Would recommend." Read more

"I wish I'd acted sooner to return this in time. It was heavier and bulkier than I expected, didn't want that extra weight in my suitcase, realized a..." Read more

"... Packs rite in your suitcase and doesn't take up any needed space . I highly recommend these adapters" Read more

"...This plug/adapter does not fit at my final destination in Brazil." Read more

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How to use plugs from United Kingdom in Argentina

Plugs, sockets, adapters and other information needed for travelling from United Kingdom to Argentina in this page. If you want a report for other countries, re-start the wizard to find to electric adapters for your trip here .

Quick Chart at-a-glance

If you are electrical savvy, perhaps the previous chart is all you need. If this is not the case, you can continue reading and discover what the chart is saying!

Plugs and Sockets at each country

In United Kingdom the following plugs are used: (includes London, Bath, Oxford, Cambridge, Brighton.)

Considerations for the United Kingdom

It is likely you will only find plugs-type "G" in the UK. Plugs type "D" and "M" are considered "old" and not common. They are are still used nowadays to differentiate low-power lighting circuits. So please don't try to use an adapter on them for high-power equipments like hair-dryer or even battery chargers. We keep "D" and "M" plugs in our database as we don't know your exact destination and you might find one next to a bed table. As a rule of thumb , you will probably be fine with the type "G" in hotels and big cities.

... and in Argentina you will use: (includes Patagonia, Buenos Aires, Salta, Iguazú, Bariloche, Usuahia, Rosario, Tigre.)

Considerations for Argentina

Argentinian electrical network is stable and the 3rd major energy producer in Latin America. You should not expect major issues in the country.

Similar voltage

The voltage is not exact, but the difference is usually tolerable by electrical devices. Its mostly safe to plug your electrical apparatus from United Kingdom in Argentina without a voltage adapter. If you have any concerns with a special device i.e. a medical device, you probably want to seek further professional help.

Different plug systems

Sorry, none of the plugs used in both countries are common. You will definitelly need plug adapters, please continue reading for more information.

Lists of adapters you can use in your travel:

Adapter: generic

This adapter allows you to use plugs type: A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, M, N into outlets type: I.

This adapter allows you to use plugs type: A, B, C, D, E, F, G, M into outlets type: I.

This adapter allows you to use plugs type: A, B, D, G, I, M into outlets type: C, E, F, L.

This adapter has a safety protection so you don't plug only one terminal into the adapter while touching the other with your finger, because it is generic, when you buy it pay attention to this safety mechanism. Overall a good adapter that has the earth connection pass-though (notice the metallic connector on the side.)

Adapters you can buy

You can buy the following multi-purpose adapters from Amazon. Please also take a look at the recommended gadgets for your trip.

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British Embassy Buenos Aires

We maintain and develop relations between the UK and Argentina. The British Embassy in Buenos Aires provides services to British nationals in Argentina.

The British Embassy in Buenos Aires maintains and develops relations between the UK and Argentina. Find out more on our UK and Argentina news page .

We provide services to British nationals living in and visiting Argentina. You can access UK government services while in Argentina .

If you’re travelling in Argentina, see our Argentina Travel Advice .

Getting help

If you cannot get the support you need from local services, the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) can help British people abroad.

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Get an emergency travel document

You can apply for an emergency travel document if you’re abroad and your passport has been lost or stolen , damaged or expired, and you can’t get a new or replacement passport in time to travel.

Apply online for an emergency travel document .

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Other consular services

Notarial and documentary services.

We may be able to offer some notarial services, such as making a certified copy of a British passport and some information notes. See the full list of notarial and documentary services we provide.

Consular fees

We charge fees for some of our services. See the full list of consular fees in Argentina .

Feedback on our services

We are keen to improve our services. If you have been in contact with our consular staff in Buenos Aires we would welcome your feedback on what we did well and your suggestions on what we could have done differently or better. Please write to: [email protected] .

Kirsty Hayes

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Argentina on fresh alert as Falkland Islands eye up new partner for £120m plan

The Falkland Islands government is already in talks with a UK-based marine contractor to take over a floating port project opposed by Argentina , after negotiations with another firm fell through, it has been claimed.

KML Ltd is now in the frame to take over the archipelago's commercial harbour replacement project, which has been tipped to be worth as much as £120million, after the Falkland Islands parted ways with Belfast company Harland & Wolff , according to Merco Press .

MLA Mark Pollard, the Falkland Islands' elected legislator with responsibility for Commercial Services, told Penguin News that KML "has been involved in this type of development for a long time, but I can't tell you much more about it at the moment...".

The Islands government said it had terminated further contractual negotiations with Harland & Wolff as, "despite productive negotiations", they "were unable to reach a mutually acceptable commercial position".

Pollard said the decision wasn't easy because "essentially they have difficulties and there are jobs at risk, there are people at risk and we wanted to give them every possible opportunity for financial certainty, but in the end we didn't achieve that and also we have to think about the people of the Falklands and the project that is so important to the Falklands ."

Pollard confirmed ministers remain committed completing the new harbour project in a timely fashion, and replacement of the old structure, including the jetties, gangways and access roads, set to be completed no later than the end of 2027.

"Despite the setback, we remain fully committed to the construction of the port and will continue to move the project forward. While this has been an unfortunate development, we are confident in our path forward, and look forward to bringing this vital project, so important to the future of our economic activity, to fruition," he added.

KML ltd and Harland & Wolff have been approached for comment.

The project has brought renewed tensions between the British overseas territory and Argentina , which has contested the sovereignty of the Falkland Islands since 1833.

Shortly after it was announced Harland & Wolff had been given "preferred bidder status" for the floating port back in March, Argentina summoned UK ambassador Kirsty Hayes to allow Buenos Aires officials to voice the "concerns generated" by then UK Foreign Secretary Lord David Cameron 's visit in February.

The South American nation also questioned "initiatives and the announcements made" since, according to a statement issued at the time by the Argentinian Foreign Ministry.

Express.co.uk has also reached out to the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and Argentina's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Worship via email.

Earlier this year a report by news outlet PERFIL suggested that Argentina 's concerns with the port may be linked to the economy, as the facility could make the Falklands a major competitor of the facility in Ushuaia, an Argentinian resort town, and an attractive gateway to Antarctica.

Javier Milei , the president of Argentina who took office at the end of last year, has pledged his country won't launch another attack on the islands, but stressed Buenos Aires is not giving up on his sovereignty claims.

In January, Mr Milei suggested a Hong Kong-style agreement which would see the UK hand over sovereignty of the islands.

However, UK's position remains that, in accordance with the 2013 sovereignty referendum held on the islands, the Falklands are a British territory.