Fact file
When's the best time to go to South Patagonia?
This far south, you will benefit from long daylight hours and mild temperatures between Dec (when it is light until 1am) and the end of Feb, though you can have snow flurries at any time of the year. In the winter, snowy landscapes are beautiful here but hiking is not practical.
What's the official language in South Patagonia?
Spanish.
How do I get local currency in South Patagonia?
Notes in local currency can be withdrawn from the ATMs in the centre of Punta Arenas.
What's the time difference between South Patagonia and UK?
GMT -3 hours.
What places combine well with South Patagonia?
Antarctic fly-cruises, the Chilean lake district, Torres del Paine National Park, Santiago. You can cross into Argentina on Tierra del Fuego, visit Ushuaia and fly to El Calafate and the Perito Moreno Glacier. Most Antarctic cruises depart from Ushuaia; Buenos Aires (3.5hrs by air from Ushuaia).
How do I get to South Patagonia?
Direct flights from Santiago to Punta Arenas take about 4 hours.
What are the festivals, cultural and sport events in South Patagonia?
The skiing season is Jun-Sep.
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