Hey all,
I am looking to travel to Argentina for 8-11 days over Christmas and New Years of next year. I would like to see Patagonia, and would really like to do some hiking in the Andes. I do not like being dragged around by guides or touring companies and am wondering how easy it is to travel independently within the country. This trip is in the very first stages of planning and we know very little right now about the country as a whole. I am looking for advice on anything or everything from anyone that has been there. Anything anyone knows about travel within the country, cities or places to go, safety, places to hike (peaks to summit that don't require techincal gear or guides) would be really really helpful! Also if anyone just has good resources, companies, or websites that you are willing to share with me that would be awesome too.
Thanks a lot!
Mike