Hiking
Be prepared if you're hiking or climbing in high country or mountains.
To reduce your risks if you intend to hike in Argentina:
- register your details with local park authorities
- give details of your plans and contact details to family or close friends
- research the area you plan to visit, including any natural hazards
- monitor local media for weather advice
- carry emergency and first aid equipment with you
Iguazu Falls
You'll need a Brazilian visa to view Iguazu Falls from the Brazilian side of the border.
Make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from the date you enter Brazil.
Apply for your Brazilian visa well before you travel. This process can take a long time. The Australian Embassy can't help you apply.
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Driving permit
You can use your Australian driver's licence while you have a valid visa. You may need to present further identification.
Residents must get an Argentine driver's licence.
Drivers must be aged 23 years or older to hire a car.
Road travel
Driving in Argentina can be dangerous due to:
- widespread aggressive driving practices
- excessive speed
- drivers ignoring traffic lights
Disregard for pedestrian rights is common.
You're more than twice as likely to die in a car accident in Argentina than Australia, according to the World Health Organization.
Land crossings between Argentina and Uruguay can be blocked.
If you plan to travel by road, monitor the media for road hazards between Argentina and Uruguay.
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Rail travel
Petty crime is common in trains and railway stations. See Road-based crime in Safety
Railway strikes can cause major disruptions, on occasion.
Taxis
Only use taxis clearly marked as 'radio taxi'. They'll have a visible:
- taxi company name
- phone number
You can book radio taxis and 'remises' (chauffeured cars):
- by telephone
- at the airport arrivals hall
To reduce your risks if you take a taxi:
- book taxis in advance rather than hailing from the street
- don't share with strangers
Air travel
Overbooking on domestic flights and technical problems at the airport can result in:
- significant delays
- missed connections
DFAT doesn't provide information on the safety of individual commercial airlines or flight paths.
Check Argentina's air safety profile with the Aviation Safety Network.
If you want to fly within Argentina, monitor local media for airport updates.
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Cruises
Buenos Aires and Ushuaia are popular destinations for a number of international cruise lines.
For your safety, if you intend to take a cruise:
- check the onboard medical facilities meet your needs
- know the costs of medical treatment onboard
- get enough travel insurance, including cover for pre-existing conditions and medical evacuation
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Accessibility
People with disabilities may have trouble with accessibility and accommodation in Argentina.
Federal laws mandate access to buildings for people with disabilities. Many provinces don't have similar laws.
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