It looks very rainy in Puerto Natales for the next 10 days! Was it like that when you were there? I have lots of rainy weather stuff I plan to pack but am hoping it doesn't rain the whole time.
Wasn't like that but we have been prepared for rain every day. Today it was sunny most of the time in the Argentinian Glacier National Park but then it poured at the end of the day when we had to walk about 10 minutes to the dock. But today was the first rain we got in the 6 days we have been on the tour
Have you been taking your rain jacket and pants with you every day just in case? I was told the weather is very variable and can change several times in one day, but I'm not sure how we carry so many extra clothes with us just in case! I know mine won't all fit inside my smallish backpack.
We have fold up back packs and easily put what we need in them for all weathers. Been to Patagonia twice and have encountered rain including this time last year. The winds are the main problem. If you have puffer jackets and vests that come in those tiny bags and waterproof pants, they hardly take up any room and are not heavy. Umbrellas are useless.
Agreed. The most important thing you can bring is a daypack/backpack, even better if it folds up. Put in it once you get here: puffer jacket, raincoat, winter hat, gloves, sunglasses, fleece (if not wearing it), bottled water and sunscreen. That is pretty much what you grab each morning and carry around with you when on the Patagonia part of the trip. Some people may have brought waterproof pants in their bags. I didn't, I Wore jeans or track pants - the latter with long underwear underneath yesterday as I knew it would be our highest elevation.
Thanks for that info! I have waterproof pants which I can put over joggers, but i wasn't planning on bringing long underwear. Do you think it's necessary if I have the waterproof/windproof pants? Also, the tour director didn't mention bringing a refillable water bottle but it seems like a good idea to me. Would you agree? And do we need to bring snacks for the day or does Tauck provide some along the way? I won't be able to make it from an early breakfast to a late lunch!
On our first time to Patagonia we needed long underwear, long pants and waterproof pants at times, mainly because of the very high winds. This time last year was a little warmer but still very windy in some places. Almost blown off my feet at the Gray glacier
We have never needed snacks on any Tauck tour.
I did not bring long underwear, but did use waterproof pants over warm joggers, and also used lined hiking pants. A water bottle is not necessary. Snacks are not needed. This is a great tour. Enjoy!
Thanks again for the tips! Follow up question: if a water bottle and snacks are not needed, does that mean Tauck provides both while we're out all day? I need to eat somewhat regularly for blood sugar purposes, which is why I typically carry my own snacks. And I read on one of these forums that breakfasts are usually very early and lunch late. So I'm mostly concerned about late morning hunger pangs! And needing to stay hydrated while hiking.
Plenty of water is provided to carry in your day pack. If you have health issues you should bring your own snacks just to be sure of their availability. While I do not recall needing them on this tour, I usually carry a small bag of chocolates and/or cookies, just because I like to eat at regular times.
But, be careful about what you bring into Chile. Take a look at the restrictions - example, no seeds.
Thanks, Lotusgirl! Knowing water is provided is really helpful. And yes, I do know about NO NUTS, NO SEEDS. Bummer since we eat a lot of those! We'll only bring a few packaged snacks that have no nuts or seeds, and then hopefully find a place in Santiago where we can buy some nuts! Do you know whether nuts or seeds purchased in Chile can go over the border to Argentina or do they have the same restrictions?
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No but I am on that trip right now. Will do a summary when I get back. We have lucked out big time with the weather but I wouldn't count on that.
It looks very rainy in Puerto Natales for the next 10 days! Was it like that when you were there? I have lots of rainy weather stuff I plan to pack but am hoping it doesn't rain the whole time.
Wasn't like that but we have been prepared for rain every day. Today it was sunny most of the time in the Argentinian Glacier National Park but then it poured at the end of the day when we had to walk about 10 minutes to the dock. But today was the first rain we got in the 6 days we have been on the tour
Have you been taking your rain jacket and pants with you every day just in case? I was told the weather is very variable and can change several times in one day, but I'm not sure how we carry so many extra clothes with us just in case! I know mine won't all fit inside my smallish backpack.
We have fold up back packs and easily put what we need in them for all weathers. Been to Patagonia twice and have encountered rain including this time last year. The winds are the main problem. If you have puffer jackets and vests that come in those tiny bags and waterproof pants, they hardly take up any room and are not heavy. Umbrellas are useless.
Agreed. The most important thing you can bring is a daypack/backpack, even better if it folds up. Put in it once you get here: puffer jacket, raincoat, winter hat, gloves, sunglasses, fleece (if not wearing it), bottled water and sunscreen. That is pretty much what you grab each morning and carry around with you when on the Patagonia part of the trip. Some people may have brought waterproof pants in their bags. I didn't, I Wore jeans or track pants - the latter with long underwear underneath yesterday as I knew it would be our highest elevation.
Thanks for that info! I have waterproof pants which I can put over joggers, but i wasn't planning on bringing long underwear. Do you think it's necessary if I have the waterproof/windproof pants? Also, the tour director didn't mention bringing a refillable water bottle but it seems like a good idea to me. Would you agree? And do we need to bring snacks for the day or does Tauck provide some along the way? I won't be able to make it from an early breakfast to a late lunch!
On our first time to Patagonia we needed long underwear, long pants and waterproof pants at times, mainly because of the very high winds. This time last year was a little warmer but still very windy in some places. Almost blown off my feet at the Gray glacier
We have never needed snacks on any Tauck tour.
I did not bring long underwear, but did use waterproof pants over warm joggers, and also used lined hiking pants. A water bottle is not necessary. Snacks are not needed. This is a great tour. Enjoy!
Thanks again for the tips! Follow up question: if a water bottle and snacks are not needed, does that mean Tauck provides both while we're out all day? I need to eat somewhat regularly for blood sugar purposes, which is why I typically carry my own snacks. And I read on one of these forums that breakfasts are usually very early and lunch late. So I'm mostly concerned about late morning hunger pangs! And needing to stay hydrated while hiking.
Plenty of water is provided to carry in your day pack. If you have health issues you should bring your own snacks just to be sure of their availability. While I do not recall needing them on this tour, I usually carry a small bag of chocolates and/or cookies, just because I like to eat at regular times.
But, be careful about what you bring into Chile. Take a look at the restrictions - example, no seeds.
Thanks, Lotusgirl! Knowing water is provided is really helpful. And yes, I do know about NO NUTS, NO SEEDS. Bummer since we eat a lot of those! We'll only bring a few packaged snacks that have no nuts or seeds, and then hopefully find a place in Santiago where we can buy some nuts! Do you know whether nuts or seeds purchased in Chile can go over the border to Argentina or do they have the same restrictions?