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on August 22, 2016
This book answers all your questions and concerns about camping and hiking Chile and Argentina on a budget. It is a comprehensive guide that is an easy read and chuck full of information on what to pack, best places to purchase and best places to stop along the way. Morgante is a clever writer and includes fabulous photography. If you are looking for a cheap camping vacation travel guide for Patagonia look no further. This book is written for independent backpackers who are NOT interested in staying in hotels or traveling on group tours. The book has graphs, maps, which electronics to bring and what aps to use. Morgante discusses safety advice for hitchhiking, detailed breakdowns of best destinations , and Best photography equipment to bring! You find which glaciers are best to climb, national parks to visit, and how long you can stay at campsites. This step by step guide will prepare you for the trip , help you set a budget, as well as guide you along the way. He advises where and when to make arrangements and how to get the best prices. You won't be disappointed.
on August 20, 2016
Like most young people who have gotten "bit by the travel bug," I yearn for open skies and winding trails, and feel a little part of me die every time I walk into my cubicle. Matt's book really spoke to me, because I've felt so strongly pulled by the immensity and solitude of Patagonia, and am also really wary of living outside of my means. Matt writes very clearly, offers a very user-friendly layout, and provides frequent links between relevant sections of his book. As someone who has done a fair bit of research on travel through Chile and Argentina, I wasn't sure how much I would really get out of the book, but found myself impressed by the tips and tricks inside. It's almost like talking to a native, without the need for social interaction!
Lastly, I really liked the specifics included- trails, towns, activities, and what to pack, which helped me really narrow down an itinerary. Now all I have to do is buy my tickets, which, thanks to Matt, can make up the vast majority of what I'll spend travelling for a month or two!
Lastly, I really liked the specifics included- trails, towns, activities, and what to pack, which helped me really narrow down an itinerary. Now all I have to do is buy my tickets, which, thanks to Matt, can make up the vast majority of what I'll spend travelling for a month or two!
on September 5, 2016
I definitely recommend this book to anyone planning a trip to Patagonia. I have a lot of experience backpacking through Europe but very little in South America, so I used this book to plan my next adventure. The section on budgeting found in Part 2, especially part on finding accommodation, was really helpful. I am very confident navigating hostels in Europe, but what works in Europe can backfire sometimes in South America. I also found very good tips in Part 4, including some ideas to help you lighten your load on long hikes. Those tips would have been really useful when I went trekking through Scandinavia a few summers ago! Overall I think this is a great resource and even if you are at the early stages of planning trip to Patagonia it is a good idea to read this book, get some great advice, and start dreaming about an adventure through one of the most beautiful places on Earth!
on September 23, 2016
I came across Patagonia on a Budget right before a month long adventure through Patagonia. I had done a bunch of research already, and this travel guide proved to be more valuable than any of my prior research. I saved a lot of money by taking Matthew's advice (well a lot for a poor backpacker), and I did some awesome hiking and surprisingly efficient and safe hitchhiking.
The hitchhiking advice in this book is probably the most valuable. I hadn't been planning on hitchhiking nearly as much as i did, but with Matthew's advice on hitchhiking best practices and very specific instructions on which roads to hitchhike on to get to specific destinations, I was able to get most of the way down to the Deep South quickly and cheaply. My Spanish isn't very good so the Spanish Quickstart Guide was very helpful while hitchhiking.
Patagonia is unreal. You're going to see some incredible glaciers, lakes, volcanoes, etc. regardless of how you tackle the trip. If you want to save money while having a very authentic experience, follow Matthew's lead. Hitchhike and camp as much as possible, be prepared with proper gear and supplies and enjoy your trip!
The hitchhiking advice in this book is probably the most valuable. I hadn't been planning on hitchhiking nearly as much as i did, but with Matthew's advice on hitchhiking best practices and very specific instructions on which roads to hitchhike on to get to specific destinations, I was able to get most of the way down to the Deep South quickly and cheaply. My Spanish isn't very good so the Spanish Quickstart Guide was very helpful while hitchhiking.
Patagonia is unreal. You're going to see some incredible glaciers, lakes, volcanoes, etc. regardless of how you tackle the trip. If you want to save money while having a very authentic experience, follow Matthew's lead. Hitchhike and camp as much as possible, be prepared with proper gear and supplies and enjoy your trip!
on September 1, 2016
A plane ticket and this guidebook are all you need to make this dream destination a reality. Stepping onto my flight, I was feeling very nervous about how unprepared I was. I read it cover to cover and stepped off the plane feeling like I had already been there. If there's one thing you should bring with you to Patagonia as a young traveler, make it this book.
on January 31, 2017
My trip to Patagonia starts next week and I just started booking accommodation a week ago. I was shocked by the prices thinking that South America would be at least a little cheaper than the US. But no, $90 per person to get a spot for setting up your tent. In desperation I quickly purchased this book and it ended up being a great relief. My trip total came out half the price as that I originally had in mind! Definitely worth the few bucks.
on September 12, 2016
This is an INCREDIBLE wealth of information--everything from the "dirt cheap"- to the "I'll splurge now and then"-backpacker, it's all here: what to wear, ideal routes, where/when to leave based on weather, how to find cheap flights/buses/etc. You won't be disappointed!
on August 18, 2016
I expected a budget guidebook. I got a page-turning account of what it's like to travel to Patagonia, with remarkable detail and stunning photos. What I like most about Matt's book is that it provides personal recommendations, rather than a bunch of information without any real opinion (like most travel guidebooks). Regardless of your travel budget or timeline, this book provides invaluable tips on where to go, what to bring, and how to avoid the tourist traps!
on August 19, 2016
This book gave great details of individual locations throughout Patagonia as well as an overview of "budget" travel throughout the area. The photos are wonderful and an inspiration! This book also helped clear up financial concerns about traveling in such a remote area. I m ready to hit the road!
