Argentina is a land covered with mountains, valleys, lakes and other natural beauty. Very few places in the world can match Argentina's outstanding landscape, natural settings and regional splendor. Today Argentina has become a hunting ground for adventure tours like trekking and hiking. Hiking is one of the most sought after adventure tours in Argentina. Hiking is an activity which can be practiced on all kinds of terrain and it's open to everyone irrespective of age and sex. So if you have a love for mountains you can for hiking in Argentina .

Generally experts accompany the visitors in their hiking tour. Like every activity hiking also involves some risk but with experience everything becomes much easier. Patagonia is the main hiking region in Argentina. The most frequented spots of hiking are the El Calafate, El Chalten, Torres del Paine and Ushuaia. Among all these El Chalten which is a small village is considered as one of the greatest hiking destinations in the world. Here you can explore the Fitz Roy and Los Torres mountains in addition to lakes, glaciers and forests.

It is generally advised to keep an account of the adaptability level while going for hiking. It is advised to use a pole for it balances 8% of our body. It is also recommended not to carry equipments which are 20% of the hiker's weight.

• Things to carry

A minimum of two quarts of water, , sturdy shoes (preferably boots), hat and long-sleeved shirt, poncho, sunscreen, fire starter, waterproof matches, insulating garment (light sweater), a small amount of extra food, compass and map. It is recommended to put on lightweight pants rather than shorts because of the stinging nettle.

So if you love adventure and have a knack for hiking then Argentina is the right place for you. We at www.worldtravel4indians.com provide online information about Hiking in Argentina.