Important Notes

Which airport should I fly in and out of? Plus airport code

Fly into Buenos Aires where there are two airports: Ezeiza Ministro Pistarini (EZE) and Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP).

Fly out of Mendoza International Airport (MDZ/SAME).

What time should my flight arrive? (to arrive in time for the welcome meeting)

We suggest arriving in Buenos Aires before 3pm in time for our welcome meeting at 6pm, although we will arrange a transfer for you at whichever time you arrive. You’ll have to arrange your own transfer upon departure, but your guide will be on hand to help you with this.

What time should my flight depart on the last day?

Check-out time is 11am but you can leave anytime that suits you. The airport is approximately an hour away from the hotel, and your Pack Leader can help you book your transfers the night before if needed.

Do I need a visa?

You do not need a visa if you’re visiting as a tourist from the EU, UK, USA, Australia or Canada. Please check with your local consulate/embassy if the country you are travelling from requires a visa.

We recommend that you have at least six months validity remaining on your passport and that you can show a return ticket.

Will the trip cost increase?

Domestic flights in Argentina are rarely on time, and often sell out – this means that last-minute bookings on this adventure may not be possible. If available, bookings may be charged at a higher rate due to increased airfares. For this reason, we recommend booking this adventure in advance.

Are airport transfers included?

The arrival transfer is private to Flash Pack and will be in a group depending on flight times. It will take approximately one hour.

We don’t include the departure transfer however, the airport is approximately 30 minutes away from the hotel, with the cost in a taxi being around 3000 ARS, the equivalent of approximately £20 / $30.

If you and other Flashpackers are getting the same flight, we recommend splitting the taxi journey.

Which airlines do we use for the internal flights?

Aerolineas Argentinas for the three internal flights. The luggage limit for Aerolineas Argentinas domestic flights is 15kg for hold luggage and 8kg for carry-on.

How much should I budget per day for extras?

This trip includes Pack Leader and driver tips and most meals are included.

Approximately $20 per day should be enough for additional meals, drinks and incidentals, but you may need a little more if you plan on doing much shopping.

Will the itinerary change?

Please be aware that the itinerary, activities, and hotels are subject to change. These changes can happen with little notice due to availability, poor weather, seasonal changes, or other circumstances beyond our control – but we’ll always do our best to ensure it has little impact on your experience. From time to time, we may also make changes to your itinerary to try out new ideas and keep things fresh and exciting.

What should I pack?

There’s a lot to think about when packing for your Argentina adventure. You’ll need a range of clothes for the wide variety of activities and the diverse weather conditions. The key is to bring plenty of layers that you can put on and take off when required.

Each region of Argentina has its own climate, from the hot and humid summers in Buenos Aires to the frozen glaciers in Patagonia. We recommend checking the weather forecast in each location a week before you travel to give yourself an idea of what you can expect and what you should pack.

What you pack is personal to you and our list is certainly not exhaustive. If you have any questions about what to pack for your trip to Argentina, please get in touch with one of our friendly Trip Experts.

Baggage

• A large backpack or suitcase. It’s up to you whether you bring a backpack or a suitcase, but either way, a soft-sided bag is best for packing into transfer vehicles.

• Please note there is a 15kg weight allowance for hold luggage and an 8kg weight restriction for carry-on luggage on all domestic flights. You will, however, be able to pay a fee at check-in should your checked baggage exceed the 15kg.

• A day bag. This needs to be around 20-25L to fit your daily essentials in, such as water and your camera.

Clothing

• Lightweight tops. T-shirts work well, but also consider bringing lightweight long-sleeved tops, as these will keep any insects off of your skin when hiking.

• Shorts. In the warmer areas of Argentina, shorts are ideal for keeping cool.

• Activewear. Breathable and light materials are best as a base layer for most activities.

• Lightweight outdoor trousers. Outdoor trousers that you don’t mind getting dirty will be perfect for hiking.

• A waterproof jacket/trousers. It could rain at any time of the year, so you’ll need to bring waterproofs.

• Fleeces/jumpers/jacket. Substantially warmer layers will be required in Patagonia and during the evenings in the desert.

• Casual clothes for walking around the cities and dining at restaurants.

• Linen trousers. These are always handy for keeping the warm sun off of your legs.

• Sunhat/sunglasses. The sun can be strong during the day, so protecting yourself with polarised sunglasses and a wide-brimmed sun hat is important.

• Scarf/hat. It can get very cold at night in Patagonia, so you might want to wear a scarf/hat.

• Swimwear. You’ll have a number of opportunities to swim, so make sure that you bring swimwear.

• Evening outfits. Clothes to wear to bars and restaurants in the evenings.

• Gloves. Packing a pair of gloves for Patagonia is another way to stay warm.

Shoes

• Waterproof hiking shoes and socks. There’s a lot of hiking on this adventure, so make sure that your hiking shoes are comfortable and well worn-in before your trip begins.

• Comfortable, breathable shoes. A pair of trainers/sneakers are perfect for general wear.

• Sandals/flip-flops. Great for chilling out and relaxing during the day in warm areas.

• Evening shoes. Some people might want to bring a pair of shoes to wear out to restaurants and bars.

Accessories

• A small towel will be useful on your kayaking day.
• Electricals and chargers – including your phone, camera, chargers etc.
• Plug socket adaptors. Plugs in Argentina vary between type I and type C. Type I plugs have three flat prongs and type C plugs have two round prongs. If you’re travelling from a country with a different plug type, you will need to bring an adaptor.

• A hydration bladder. Staying hydrated is very important and a hydration bladder is a convenient way to carry water on hikes.

• Refillable water bottle. Refilling a bottle instead of buying single-use bottles will help to reduce our plastic footprint.

• Eye mask and earplugs. If you’re a light sleeper, you may feel more comfortable bringing an eye mask and earplugs.

• Pocket warmer. If you feel the cold, a pocket warmer may be useful in Patagonia.

• Headtorch/torch for walking around at night in poorly lit areas.

Toiletries/medical

• Any personal medication you require.

• Personal toiletries – including a toothbrush, deodorant, razors, hairbrush etc.

• Shampoo and conditioner. Most hotels will provide these, but we recommend bringing your own to reduce plastic usage.

• Painkillers

• Anti-bacterial gel

• Insect repellent

• Lip balm with SPF

• Moisturiser

• High SPF factor sun cream