Rich in diversity, the land of the gauchos offers a wide range of nature, culture, and adventure activities for all ages. Are you still hesitating to take a family vacation to argentina? Find out why this destination lends itself to a trip with children, from north to south, and all year round.
Is Argentina a kid-friendly travel destination?
The country of fresh pasta and pizza, homemade ice cream, and milanesas (Milanese schnitzels), a culinary paradise for children, reserves a special place for them. In other words, Argentines love them!
While in public transport, they do not hesitate to give up seats to them, restaurants and cafes welcome them with a smile and kindly receive special orders for the little ones. The same goes for accommodations, which are usually equipped with beds and other accessories for babies and children.
But the most important thing for families in Argentina is the multitude of activities that this Latin destination offers. From animal watching to adventure tourism, from hiking to fun cultural tours, there is something for everyone, and for all ages!
Another advantage is that while temperatures are higher in the later months of the year, this large, sunny country, which covers more than 2.7 million square kilometers, can be enjoyed year-round. You can enjoy this exceptional land during the Christmas vacations as well as during the summer. As long as you plan a suitable program for each season.
Traveling to Argentina with Children during the Southern Summer
Spring (September 21 to December 21) is definitely a great time to travel to Argentina with your family and explore the different regions.
The mild weather is ideal for exploring, for example, the remains of pre-Hispanic civilizations in the northwestern provinces such as the Sacred City of Quilmes or the Jesuit missions in the northeast. Then go for a refreshing swim under the Iguazú Falls!
The season also lends itself to the visit of the great national parks of the West, where it is already hot: from the Sierra de las Quijadas National Park to the one of Talampaya, passing by Ischigualasto, better known as the Valley of the Moon… In the heart of these vast expanses which sometimes take on the appearance of the Grand Canyon, at any age, you will feel like an explorer…
If it is possible to go to Argentina with your family during the summer season in the southern hemisphere (the next 3 months), the organization of your stay requires some adjustments in order not to suffer from the high temperatures, especially with young children.
After having enjoyed a few days in a calmer Buenos Aires during the Argentinians’ big vacations, head for Patagonia and its cooler temperatures.
For unforgettable family adventures, cycle the 7 lakes circuit from San Martin de Los Andes to Villa La Angostura. During well-deserved breaks, you can bathe in the clear waters of Lake Escondido or Lake Espejo…
Further south, go hiking in the shade of the thousand-year-old trees of Los Alerces National Park. In between walks, sailing on Lake Futalaufquen offers another view of the reserve’s unspoiled nature.
family vacation to argentina in autumn or southern winter
Fall in Argentina (from March 21) is also a great time to travel around the country.
In Mendoza, for example, parents can enjoy the view of the ochre vineyards that contrast with the snow-capped Andes, with a glass of Malbec in hand. The children will have fun on the many adventure tourism excursions that the region offers: horseback riding, rafting, or zip-lining…
Would you like to take advantage of the French vacation to go to Argentina with your children? Good news: the southern winter (from June 21) also allows you to enjoy many activities with your family.
The season chosen by the whales to find the coasts of the Valdes Peninsula invites you to contemplate these large mammals before visiting Ushuaïa under the snow. In the capital of Tierra del Fuego, the program includes dog sledding and hot chocolate, in an atmosphere of the end of the world… In the north of the country, at this time of the year, take advantage of the sun and mild temperatures during the day, to visit the Salinas grandes salt desert, in the west, or the Esteros del Iberá, in the east. Photograph llamas and vicuñas on one side, caimans and carpinchos (large rodents) on the other.
Finally, in July, Buenos Aires is the scene of numerous shows for children during the winter school vacations. Plays, puppets, concerts, or artistic workshops… The cultural program for children is at its peak.
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