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  • Estancias

    Argentina’s history of agriculture and in particular of rearing livestock has resulted in hundreds of estancias, or ranches, across the country that open their doors year round to visitors looking for a taste of the authentic cowboy life.

    Estancias

  • Iguazú Falls

    Straddling the Argentina and Brazil border it is the Argentine side that provides the opportunity for the detailed and close up views of some of the 276 waterfalls that make up Iguazú. The numerous vantage points and forested trails make for a wonderful experience of nature at her best.

    Iguazú Falls

  • Steak

    Sample one of the world's best steaks! Enjoy in the open air on a traditional asado (barbecue) or in an elegant restaurant in a fabulous setting in the Argentine capital.

    Steak

  • Whale watching

    Each year between June and November the Southern Right Whales pass the Valdes peninsula offering spectacular opportunities to get close to these magnificent giants.

    Whale watching

  • Patagonia

    Some of the world’s most breathtaking glaciers have their home in Argentine Patagonia. They include the mighty Perito Moreno Glacier, 250 square kilometres in size, and the Upsala Glacier, rapidly retreating from Lake Argentino.

    Patagonia

  • Wines

    Argentina produces some of the world's best wines. For those with an interest in the wine making process we can offer excellent tours of large and small wineries around the city of Mendoza, or take you to more off the beaten track wineries high in the Andes around the northern town of Cafayate.

    Wines

  • Tango

    The Argentine tango originated in the working class quarters of Buenos Aires, brought to life by European immigrants whose diverse instruments, rhythms and steps came together to create what is today an enchanting and hypnotic dance enjoyed across the country.

    Tango

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Visit San Martin de los Andes, Lake District

Built in a valley on the shore of the beautiful Lago Lacar, San Martin de los Andes is the largest town in the northern lake district, boasting a theatre, cinema and plenty of shops and restaurants.

Argentinean horses
Riding at Estancia Huechahue, San Martin de los AndesSan Martin de los Andes, ArgentinaHerding cattle in San Martin de los AndesNahuel Huapi Lake, San Martin de los Andes

San Martin de los Andes

Lake District, Argentina

The largest town in the northern lake district, San Martín has a rapidly-rising population of 32,000.

Built in a valley on the shore of the beautiful Lago Lacar, it has a theatre, cinema, and plenty of shops and restaurants that cater to visitors.

A recently-elected lady mayor insisted that roses be planted in every garden and public space, and the town has benefited hugely from her policy. She is likely to win this year's election in a landslide victory.

Local culture in San Martin

Local government also set aside land and built houses for the remaining indigenous Mapuche population in the 1970s. The community occupies some 10,000 hectares in Lanin National Park, just outside the town, and currently numbers some 100 families.

Chapelco, situated 10 kms from San Martín, has an airport, skiing pistes, and a new golf course, designed by Jack Nicklaus.

Other places within Lake District

Bariloche

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San Martin de los Andes

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