Argentina is nearly 3,700 km long from north to south, and 1,400 km from east to west. It can roughly be divided into three parts: the fertile plains of the Pampas in the central part of the country, the centre of Argentina's agricultural wealth; the flat to rolling plateau of Patagonia in the southern half down to Tierra del Fuego; and the rugged Andes mountain range along the western border with Chile, with the highest point located in the province of Mendoza. The Aconcagua, at 6,960 metres (22,834 ft), is the highest mountain in the Americas.

Adventures in Argentina - The Great Outdoors Since is encompasses multiple climate zones and a variety of terrain, Argentina enables visitors to experience a range of revitalizing outdoor activities. From hiking around Iguazu Falls to jungle treks to kayaking in the Patagonian wilderness, this is the place to reconnect with one's true self in settings that display ever-changing colors, sights, and sounds. Warm-weather fans can take off on cycling trips, off-road vehicle tracks and horseback rides. Experienced climbers take on the challenge of the Tronador and the Torre and Fitz Roy mountains. Nature lovers can go bird watching or go on expeditions to watch penguins and whales near Rio Gallegos. Sybarites will appreciate knowing they can top off many activities with stays in luxury accommodations, meals in gourmet restaurants, and enjoy Argentina's well-deserved reputation for hospitality.

Golf in Argentina

There are 240 golf courses in Argentina, more than in any other South American country. Greens and fairways are located within urban areas, beside mountains and woods, even overlooking the sea at the tip of the continent. Courses feature Scottish, American, or English-style play. And green fees are surprisingly affordable, rarely topping $50. Some courses offer electric carts, but it is more common to hire caddies. Buenos Aires' 6000-yard, par-70 links-style course at Mar del Plata Golf Club is one of the region's oldest. The original 18 holes opened in 1900, and the second tracked opened fifty years later. Former presidents Dwight Eisenhower and George Bush both have played here and the club hosts one of the country's most prestigious annual golf tournaments. The stately and equally prestigious Jockey Club, located outside the capital, features two Alister Mackenzie-designed courses and hosts both national and international competitions.

Fly Fishing in Argentina

Enjoy world-class fishing surrounded by Argentina's spectacular natural scenery. More than 250 native species swim in the country's clear rivers, lakes, and maritime waters. The most dedicated fishermen cast lines in Patagonia's waterways, which brim with wild Atlantic salmon, perch, and trophy-size brown and rainbow trout. In northern Argentina, where the Bermejo and Paraná rivers flow, tropical species are plentiful, and the area is ideal for those who enjoy fishing as an excuse to soak up sun. Pampa lakes in Buenos Aires province and south of Santa Fe and Cordoba are popular fishing spots as well. In Argentina's coastal waters, known as the "Marine Pampas," black hake, island groupers, and sole are biting. The most memorable fishing vacations often include the services of an experienced local guide to help arrange for a fishing license, an itinerary custom-tailored to the guest's specific interests, and a welcoming lodge to return to with the day's catch.

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