Argentina Tours & Small Group Trips in 2026

More than 120 countries — including the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and most EU countries — do not require a visa to visit Argentina and will be given up to 90 days on arrival. You’ll need to have six months left within your passport as well as proof of an onward ticket. Travellers from other countries will need to check the Colombian embassy or consulate from their country of origin to see if they require a visa in advance of travel.

Argentina is a huge country, so the best time to visit really depends on where you are within the country. December to February is the best time to come if you’re looking for the best weather — bear in mind though that the north of the country can get unbearably hot during this time. Southern Patagonia is snowed in during the months of May, June, July and August — May in northern Patagonia though is the best time to spot pumas. If you’re travelling during the high season here, book well in advance. The shoulder seasons (September to November and March to May) are a pleasant time to visit — the prices are lower, the crowds are less and there’s generally good weather to be found across the country.

Argentina has four distinct seasons: Winter (June to August), Spring (September to November), Summer (December to February) and Autumn (March to May) — all featuring different weather conditions. Summer tends to be warm and wet, however in Patagonia, it’s the driest season. Winters are mild in the north but extremely cold in the Patagonia region — expect plenty of snow and ice so wrap up warm. The capital, Buenos Aires, tends to be temperate — highs of 29.1°C (84.38°F) can be experienced in Summer and lows of around 8°C (46.4°F) can be experienced in Winter.

In Argentina, tipping 10% in restaurants is standard practice — it’s 15-20% if the service has been exceptional. In other service jobs, tipping is discretionary, though if you have enjoyed the service then a tip would be greatly appreciated\!

Argentina has some of the best internet access in the whole of Latin America, so expect fast connections — especially in large cities and towns. When you’re in rural Patagonia, expect it to be slower to non-existent in the mountains.

You should be aware that ATMs charge high fees (around 10 to 15%) for withdrawals in Argentina, so it’s best to bring cash with you or for you to bring a card which gives you an allowance for withdrawals abroad (for example Monzo or Revolut). Please note that there usually is a limit for withdrawal amounts — each bank differs so check when in-country.

Argentina is considered one of the most LGBTQ+-friendly countries in the whole of Latin America. It was the first to legalise same-sex marriage back in 2010, and this also includes full-adoption rights. However, it should be noted that some areas of the country are still fairly conservative and traditional, so discretion is still advised.

Spanish is the dominant language in Argentina, and around 40 million people here speak it. Other languages of note spoken here include Italian, the second-most widely spoken language, Quechua and Guarani.

You can generally drink the tap water in large cities like Buenos Aires and Mendoza. However, when you’re in more rural areas, we’d recommend you stick to bottled water, which is widely available.

Argentina is generally a safe country to visit as a traveller, particularly on one of our guided tours. You should be aware that petty crime does still exist, particularly in large cities, so it pays to keep your wits about you, especially at night.