Budget Tours to Patagonia
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10 best Budget Patagonia tour packages
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- 6 Days - Torres del Paine Adventure
- 3-Days and 2 Nights Discovery Ushuaia with Airfare from Buenos Aires
- Buenos Aires, Lakes and Glaciers
- Chile - Chilean Patagonia
- Extraordinary Patagonia: El Calafate – El Chaltén – Torres del Paine - 13 days
- Ushuaia, the End of the World – 3 Nights
- El Calafate All Glaciers – 4 Nights
- Puerto Madryn Self drive (4 Days)
- Puerto Madryn, Atlantic Patagonia. Penguins and Whales – 3 Nights
- Full Patagonia Adventure (21 Nights)
Complete Patagonian package costs around $2,000 total, covering guided treks through Ascensio Valley, navigation to Serrano Glacier, and Cerro Benitez exploration. Package includes 5 nights' accommodation, daily breakfast, and Torres del Paine National Park entrance fees.
Duration 6 days Destinations Puerto Natales, Torres del Paine National Park, Torres del Paine Age Range 14 to 65 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $325 Operator Ecuador Galapagos Travels From
- US$1,950
Flights from Buenos Aires and Patagonian highlights cost approx. $400 per day. Package features 4-star accommodation in Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego National Park exploration, and Beagle Channel cruising past Les Éclaireurs lighthouse.
Duration 3 days Destinations Buenos Aires, Ushuaia Age Range up to 100 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $417 Operator Signature Tours From
- US$1,250
Patagonian wonders cost approx. $290 per day, including accommodations in Bariloche and El Calafate. Package features Perito Moreno Glacier boat rides, Llao-Llao Nature Park walks, and authentic ranch experiences at Nibepo Aike.
Duration 10 days Destinations Buenos Aires, San Carlos De Bariloche, El Calafate Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $263 Operator Say Hueque Argentina & Chile Journeys From
- US$2,630
A seven-night Patagonian getaway costs around $1,600, covering accommodations and transfers. The trip features Marble Chapels navigation, San Rafael Glacier viewing, and Aikén del Sur Park visits. Stay in Puerto Chacabuco hotels while completing the Aysén Historic Tour and fjord excursions.
Duration 8 days Destinations Balmaceda, Coyhaique, Puerto Bertrand, Puerto Chacabuco, Laguna San Rafael National Park Age Range 9 to 75 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $400 Operator Receptivo Aborigen Tours From
- US$3,199
Extraordinary Patagonia: El Calafate – El Chaltén – Torres del Paine - 13 days
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Duration 13 days Destinations El Calafate, Perito Moreno Glacier, El Chalten, Mount Fitz Roy, Cerro Torre Mountain, Los Glaciares National Park, Puerto Natales, Torres del Paine National Park Age Range 3 to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $192 Operator Receptivo Aborigen Tours From
- US$2,499
Ushuaia, the End of the World – 3 Nights
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The day tours were great fun, especially the Tierra del Fuego one. She really made the day wonderful.”
Besse, traveled in September
Southern Patagonia awaits at approx. $80 daily. Package includes accommodation with breakfast, airport transfers, and guided excursions to Tierra del Fuego National Park and Beagle Channel, with flexible upgrade options.
Duration 4 days Destinations Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego National Park Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $77 Operator Hi Travel Argentina From
- US$308
El Calafate All Glaciers – 4 Nights
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We visited these wonderful glaciers and were blown out by the beauty.”
Horazio, traveled in November
Glacial majesty costs approx. $120 per day, including El Calafate accommodation with breakfast. Package features airport transfers, guided Perito Moreno Glacier tour, and full-day boat expedition through Los Glaciares National Park to Upsala and Spegazzini glaciers.
Duration 5 days Destinations El Calafate, Perito Moreno Glacier, Los Glaciares National Park Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $119 Operator Hi Travel Argentina From
- US$596
Coastal Patagonia opens up at approx. $70 per day, with 3 nights' accommodation and insured rental car. Self-driving allows budget flexibility for whale watching (June-November) and penguin colony visits (September-February).
Duration 4 days Destinations Puerto Madryn Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $72 Operator Hi Travel Argentina From
- US$289
Puerto Madryn stay costs approx. $90 per day, including accommodation with breakfast. Full-day Peninsula Valdes tour with expert naturalists included. Optional whale watching at Puerto Piramides available seasonally.
Duration 4 days Destinations Puerto Madryn, Puerto Piramides, Valdes Peninsula Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $90 Operator Hi Travel Argentina From
- US$361
Full Patagonia Adventure (21 Nights)
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“I had some questions during the preparation period which were promptly answered by Hi Travel team.”
Zoltan, traveled in November
Patagonian adventure costs approx. $130 per day, including hotels in Ushuaia, El Calafate, and Bariloche. Price covers bus transport, Perito Moreno Glacier tour, Torres del Paine excursion, and Mt. Campanario trip, plus Madero Tango dinner show.
Duration 22 days Destinations Buenos Aires, Puerto Madryn, Rio Gallegos, Ushuaia, El Calafate, El Chalten, Perito Moreno Glacier, San Carlos De Bariloche Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Price Per Day $128 Operator Hi Travel Argentina From
- US$2,806
What people love about Budget Tours in Patagonia
- W-Trek in Torres del Paine Express - Self Guided (4 Days / 3 Nights)
Wonderful trek with great views! Everything was well organised
What our customers ask about Budget Tours to Patagonia
What's the most affordable time to visit Patagonia?
Plan your trip during October-November or March-April to find the best deals in Patagonia. These shoulder months bring milder temperatures and lighter crowds while keeping costs down in popular spots like Puerto Natales and El Calafate. Expect to pay premium rates during the summer peak (December-February) when tourists flock to the region. Winter months from June to August offer the lowest prices but many tours and facilities shut down. A TourRadar traveler shared: "We visited in March and got great deals on accommodations in El Calafate plus smaller crowds at Perito Moreno Glacier."
What essential entrance fees should I budget for in Patagonia?
Plan to spend around 90 USD total on the main national park entries. Los Glaciares National Park costs 25 USD per person while Torres del Paine charges 45 USD for multi-day access. Tierra del Fuego National Park requires a 20 USD entry fee. Check your tour package as some include these fees in the base price. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The entrance fees to the national parks were worth every penny especially Torres del Paine where we spent three full days hiking."
How much should I budget for optional activities in Patagonia?
Set aside 100-200 USD for add-on activities beyond your base tour. Popular options include walking on Perito Moreno Glacier (150 USD) paddling through Ushuaia's waters (80 USD) or taking guided day hikes in Torres del Paine (70-100 USD). These extras let you customize your experience based on interest and budget. A TourRadar traveler recommended: "The mini-trekking on Perito Moreno Glacier was worth the extra expense even on a budget trip."
What are the most affordable areas to stay in Patagonia?
Look for accommodations in Puerto Natales El Calafate and El Chalten where budget options thrive. Hostels like Aonikenk (El Calafate) and Last Hope (Puerto Natales) offer dorm beds from 15-25 USD nightly. El Chalten stands out for its free hiking trails and wallet-friendly lodging near major trailheads. A TourRadar traveler mentioned: "Puerto Natales was surprisingly affordable with good hostels and restaurants" from their W-Trek Express tour experience.
How much do national park entrance fees typically cost in Patagonia?
Budget tours often exclude park entry fees which you'll need to pay separately. Los Glaciares National Park requires about 20 USD per visitor while Torres del Paine charges 35 USD for entry. These fees support park maintenance and conservation efforts. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The tour cost was good but remember to budget extra for park entries - it was 20 USD for Los Glaciares which wasn't included" from a review of the El Calafate Starter Package.
How much should I budget for transportation between Patagonian towns?
Count on spending 30-50 USD per bus ride between major towns. Regular routes connect key spots like El Calafate to El Chalten (35 USD) and Puerto Natales to Torres del Paine (15 USD). While flights save time they typically cost three to four times more than bus travel. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The bus services were reliable and much cheaper than flying though journeys can be long" from a review of the Buenos Aires Lakes and Glaciers tour.