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Spot Magellan and Humboldt penguins on a family tour of Isla Chiloé

1 Week in Patagonia - 5 Family-Friendly Itinerary Ideas

If you have one week with the family in Patagonia, you should focus on 2-3 regions. Buenos Aires offers culinary workshops for aspiring chefs and interactive museums for curious kids. Active families can choose from outdoor activities such as kayaking on Lago Gutiérrez, cave tours in Torres del Paine National Park, a visit to Perito Moreno Glacier, and hiking around Cerro Tronador. Those keen on wildlife can encounter penguins at Isla Magdalena, whales at Puerto Pirámides, and dolphins at Agua Fresca Bay.

Take a family hike through Torres del Paine National Park

10 Days in Patagonia - 5 Family-Friendly Itinerary Ideas

With 10 days in Patagonia, you and the family can visit 2-3 regions. Animal-loving kids will be thrilled to walk with penguins on Isla Martillo and visit an alpaca farm in the Aconcagua Valley. Outdoorsy families can hike in Torres del Paine National Park and kayak the Marble Caves, while those with older and physically fit children can go whitewater rafting on the Río Petrohué, caving at Cerro Benítez, and ice trekking at Perito Moreno Glacier.

Take your kids to see glacial ice in Los Glaciares National Park

2 Weeks in Patagonia - 5 Family-Friendly Itinerary Ideas

With two weeks in Patagonia with your family, you can visit 4-5 regions. Active families can trek in Torres del Paine National Park, ice hike at Perito Moreno Glacier, and kayak to the Marble Caves. Those keen on culture can experience gaúcho life on a Patagonian ranch and treat their aspiring chefs to a Santiago tasting tour and Buenos Aires cooking class. Animal-loving kids will enjoy the penguin walk at Isla Magdalena, dolphin-spotting at Agua Fresca Bay, and bird-watching in Alerce Andino National Park.

Patagonia family-friendly itineraries

Boat right up to Patagonian glaciers on this family tour

Ultimate Family Tour of Patagonia: Punta Arenas to Ushuaia - 14 Days

Immerse your family in the wonders of Patagonia on this adventurous itinerary that spans two weeks and two countries. Start in the Chilean town of Punta Arenas with penguin and dolphin-spotting excursions, then it's on to Puerto Natales for calving glaciers, horseback rides at a working estancia, and a trek through Torres del Paine National Park. Hop over to Argentina to see the icy walls of Perito Moreno Glacier, and end in Ushuaia with hiking and wildlife-spotting in Tierra del Fuego National Park.

See the "End of the World" in Patagonia's Ushuaia

Argentine Patagonia Active Family Adventure: Buenos Aires, Ushuaia & El Calafate - 10 Days

Tailormade for active, outdoorsy families, this 10-day tour showcases the best of Argentine Patagonia. Start with a taste of Buenos Aires, where you'll see a live tango show and play gaúchos for a day on a working ranch. Then it's off to the remote wilds of Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego National Park for a ride on the "End of the World" steam engine and a walk with penguins on Isla Martillo. End in El Calafate, with an exciting trek across vast glacier ice and a catamaran cruise among floating icebergs.

Swinging in the shadow of the Osorno volcano in Chile's Lake District

Family Trip to Chilean Patagonia: History, Lakes & Wildlife - 7 Days

Spend a week making family memories on this outdoor-oriented family tour of Chilean Patagonia. Start in Santiago, getting to know the capital on a child-friendly tour before flying south to the Lake District, where little ones can paddle in Lago Llanquihue and meet the adorable penguins of Isla Chiloé. Continue south to Punta Arenas and the Strait of Magellan, and let the kids explore a life-size replica of the HMS Beagle and spot frolicking dolphins on an adventurous boat tour.

Spend a day making friends with the horses and sheep of a traditional estancia

Family Outdoor Adventures in Patagonia - 7 Days

Spend a week exploring the rugged beauty of Patagonia on this active and adventurous family trip. Start in Argentina to witness the Perito Moreno Glacier by walkway and boat, then discover the workings of a Patagonian ranch as the little ones embrace their inner gaúcho with a sheepshearing session and horseback rides. Continue south into Chile to reach Puerto Natales, the perfect base for family hikes in Torres del Paine National Park and kid-friendly excursions to hidden caves and ancient rock paintings.

Discover vast glaciers and soaring mountains in Patagonia's Torres del Paine National Park

Family Tour of Santiago & Chilean Patagonia - 10 Days

Combine urban fun with adventurous outdoor excursions on this 10-day tour of Santiago and Chilean Patagonia. Start in Santiago to explore city parks, ride soaring cable cars, and visit a working alpaca farm. Then it's off to Puerto Natales—gateway to Torres del Paine National Park—to trek through mountainous scenery, watch icebergs drift across glacial lakes, and see the ancient caves of Cerro Benítez. End back in Santiago for visits to kid-friendly play cafés and the Metropolitan Zoo.

Explore Patagonia's Torres del Paine National Park with the family

Family Discovery of Chilean Patagonia & the Lake District - 10 Days

This fun-filled exploration of Chilean Patagonia kicks off with Santiago's historic sites and a day trip to the Pacific coast. Fly south to meet the penguins of Isla Magdalena, walk the trails of Magallanes National Reserve, and see waterfalls and glaciers in Torres del Paine, then head up to the Lake District to kayak on Lago Llanquihue and visit the stilt homes of Isla Chiloé. With adaptable excursions that can suit all ages, this trip is perfect for families looking for a taste of outdoor adventure at a relaxed pace.

See the best of Patagonia with your family

Gentle Family Tour of Chilean Patagonia: Santiago, Puerto Natales & Punta Arenas - 10 Days

This 10-day itinerary is the perfect introduction to Chilean Patagonia for the whole family, with relaxed outdoor excursions to suit even the youngest of travelers. Explore the city parks of Santiago, then fly south to Puerto Natales for glacier excursions and a family hike through Torres del Paine National Park. End in Punta Arenas, where the kids will love searching out friendly Peale's dolphins by Zodiac, visiting historic Fort Bulnes, and playing explorer on the Nao Victoria Museum's replica ships.

Learn about live on a Patagonian ranch in Argentina

Gentle Family Tour of Chilean & Argentine Patagonia - 14 Days

This two-week South American family adventure is perfect for kids of all ages, introducing you to captivating culture and wildlife as you explore renowned natural wonders at a relaxed pace. Start in Chile to sample street food in Santiago, sail to penguin-filled islands in Punta Arenas, and take gentle hikes to the lakes and lookouts of Torres del Paine National Park. Hop over to Argentina to cruise past Perito Moreno Glacier, spend a day playing gaúchos at a Patagonian ranch, and end in Buenos Aires.

Kayak, hike, raft, and ice trek your way across northern Patagonia

Outdoor Family Adventure in Northern Chilean Patagonia - 10 Days

Experience 10 days of adrenaline-filled fun as you explore northern Chilean Patagonia with your active tweens and teens. Start in the capital of Santiago with a flavorful food tour, then it's off to Puerto Río Tranquilo for a kayaking expedition through the Marble Caves and a trek across the blue ice of Exploradores Glacier. Head to the Lake District next to relax on the shores of Lago Llanquihue, raft the Class III rapids of the Río Petrohué and hike the snowcapped (and still-active) Osorno volcano.

Stroll among adorable penguins with a day trip to Isla Magdalena

Gentle Family Tour of Chilean Patagonia: Santiago & Punta Arenas - 7 Days

Perfect for even the littlest of explorers, this weeklong trip to Chilean Patagonia introduces you to the region's highlights with a relaxed pace and plenty of fun, accessible excursions. After a kid-friendly tour of Santiago, it's off to Punta Arenas, where youngsters will love spotting adorable Magellanic penguins and playful dolphins by boat, roaming the decks of historic ships in a nautical museum, and letting their imaginations run wild in the grounds of a scenic 19th-century fort.

See national parks and glaciers in Argentine Patagonia with the family in tow

Outdoor Family Fun in Buenos Aires & Argentine Patagonia - 14 Days

This kid-friendly tour is perfect for outdoorsy families looking for adventure, Argentine-style. Kick off with some cultural fun in bright and buzzing Buenos Aires, then nip over the border to Uruguay's quaint Colonia del Sacramento before flying south to El Chaltén to enjoy three days of extraordinary Patagonian hiking. Head to El Calafate next to explore lakes, glaciers, and ancient cave art before trying cowboy life on for size in San Antonio de Areco.

Focus on the scenic Lake District of northern Patagonia with this family-focused itinerary

Family Fun in Argentine Patagonia: Buenos Aires & Bariloche - 7 Days

Dive into the Lake District of northern Argentine Patagonia on this compact family adventure. After a kid-friendly walk through colorful Buenos Aires, it's time to fly south to charming Bariloche, where you'll settle into a land of sparkling lakes and alpine-style towns. Ride a chairlift to the summit of Cerro Campanario, follow boardwalks through the ancient Los Arrayanes forest, and kayak along the shores of Lago Gutierrez. End the trip back in the capital, where you'll learn to make a Patagonian meal, family-style!

See whales and other wildlife on this family tour of Patagonia

Family Adventure in Buenos Aires & Patagonia's Valdés Peninsula - 7 Days

This fun-filled family tour starts in the Argentine capital of Buenos Aires, where you'll explore the colorful neighborhoods of this vibrant metropolis. Then, it's off to Patagonia's Valdés Peninsula for breaching right whales and a visit with friendly penguins at the Punta Tombo reserve. Hike the hills of Playa El Doradillo and see more whales just offshore, then return to Buenos Aires in time to explore the greenery of Parque Tres de Febrero and the city's several kid-friendly museums.

Explore the wilds of Alerce Andino National Park with your family

Family Exploration of Patagonia's National Parks - 14 Days

Families seeking the best of Patagonian nature need look no further—this far-reaching but gently-paced trip spans two countries and five national parks. Spend two weeks exploring the sparkling waters of the Lake District, greeting penguins and sea lions in Puerto Natales, and sailing within touching distance of the vast Spegazzini Glacier. Family-friendly hikes allow even the littlest explorers to discover lesser-visited national parks like Alerce Andino alongside the famous Torres del Paine and Los Glaciares.

Kayak, raft, and hike your way through Patagonia with the family

Outdoor Family Adventure in Chilean Patagonia - 14 Days

Crafted with active teens and tweens in mind, this two-week tour of Chilean Patagonia is packed full of high-adrenaline thrills and outdoor adventures. Journey through an ever-shifting landscape of mountains, lakes, and volcanoes, keeping the kids busy with whitewater rafting, glacier trekking, cave kayaking, and plenty of hiking. In between active excursions, you'll visit an island penguin colony, stand on the deck of Darwin's HMS Beagle, and bundle up for an evening out at a family-friendly ice bar.

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