Planning a trip to Patagonia next March 2026..
Several questions..
Rent car vs Bus?? - Car rentals in El Calafate is around $130/day... How's logistics in going to all these hiking trails and must see places?? Is bus doable?? or car better.. and if so, any recommendations on where to rent a car??
ATM vs.. blue dollar rate?? is it easy to get currency changes in blue dollar rate in Argentina?? is it safe?? Many people use Western Union - but i hear the lines can get ridiculous.. Someone mention Pharmacy to get blue rate conversion.. can anyone confirm??
with favorable blue dollar rate - it seem better to pay everything in cash.. is that safe?? vs credit card??
Chile vs. Argentina - anybody have preference which country is better for Patangonia trip??
Is March good time for visit??
Thank you in advance for your advise..