We are looking to travel to BAires in April for a few days and want to add on another destination in Argentina. We have been to BAires a few times before. We are 2 adults and 2 pre teens.

Right now we are focusing a bit on the Salta area. Perhaps hiring a guide and driving north to pumamarca (sp?) and also staying a couple of nights at a nice Estancia. However, it seems the area is very large and the trip would entail quite a number of hours in a car. I'm not sure I really want that and I know my kids likely do not. Also, generally, is there a lot to see and do in that area? We don't hike much but like beautiful vistas, towns, restaurants and some time in a pool (I think Salta is warm enough in April for that, but I'm not sure).

Alternatively, we are thinking of Bariloche or Patagonia. I have been to Bariloche years ago but I think we would prefer it in the summer time, or in the winter. As for Patagonia, is April very late in the season? I imagine we would need winter-type clothes? Also, are the drives there huge also?

We have not been to Iguazu, and I know most everyone loves it but I think that, after having seen the falls for an hour or two, the family would want to head to the next destination. Thus, I don't think we want to fly there for the few hours of spectacular scenery.

Thank you for your suggestions.

I think the Salta region would be an excellent choice for you and your family. And there really is enough to do close by without dealing with long drives. Here is a good link to a web site that should provide you with tons of good information on the area.
http://www.welcomeargentina.com/salta/index_i.html

For the adults there are also some good vineyards nearby that maybe Alex could point you to

Sam

Thanks. The website has a lot of information. Looking around it a bit I see that the area around Cordoba also has many Estancias, and some very nice country. It is also closer to BAires. Has anyone been there?

It is a great area, but not as much variety as Salta, ie no vineyards, the Calchaqu� Valley etc. but certainly easy to reach from Buenos Aires.

Sam

I would say you should consider Mendoza. You have the wine angle to play... also you have various outdoor sports options (riding, hiking, etc.).... and its not as far as Salta.

Gracias Gaucho,
We will have our kids along and, thus, we probably would not visit many wineries. However, is it also the case that Cafayate has many wineries also? The food is good up in the Northwest also?

Also, do you know if April should be good weather, so that we could use a swimming pool? Thanks

Several very good restaurants and vineyards in the region. As for the weather April averages highs of 72 f and lows of 52 f. and very little rain.

sam

We're headed to BsA in April, and have added on trips to Mendoza and Iguazu. Can't wait!

April is fall in Bariloche. The weater should be in the 50's, with the chance of some rain. Here are some activities your family could do.

If this trip is during the Holy Week holidays... then actually some of the beach resort areas come into play.... from Pinamar to Carilo and Punta del Este all become feasible options.

Yes, we will be "down south" right after Semana Santa. We figure we can pass Easter Sunday in BAires. Is the weather still warm by Carilo, or Punta? I thought that those seasons would have passed by mid-April. Likewise, I assumed Bariloche will be on the very cool side. Thanks.