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When I traveled to Chilean Patagonia, I had a chance to hike Exploradores glacier. Have you ever imagined walking atop a massive sheet of ice, surrounded by towering peaks, while carefully placing your crampons on the crispy ice? In this…

Cerro Castillo Circuit is one of my favorite trekking routes in Chile. It is not as well-known as Torres del Paine, so you will have a chance to truly be alone with the magnificent mountains of Patagonia. In fact, it…

I always thought that rodeos were only held in Texas, with brave cowboys lassoing bulls. But it turns out that Patagonia has its own version of rodeo. In this blog post, I’ll share my experience attending a Chilean rodeo competition…

The Calluqueo Glacier is an enormous mass of thousand-year-old ice that descends down the slope of Mount San Lorenzo. I had the chance to go on an ice-walking tour of the glacier while volunteering in Patagonia, and I want to…

Nestled on the shores of Lake Villarrica in Chile, Pucón is heaven for outdoor lovers. It is home to hot springs, active volcanoes, and several national parks. In this article, I will share my hiking and trekking experience in the…

Patagonia’s Magdalena Island sits at the outer edge of the South American continent. It is separated from Antarctica only by a few small islands inhabited by penguins and sea lions. In this article, you will learn how to visit the…