Buenos Aires Extension:
Tigre Delta, Eco Reserves, and the City Center
Extension Summary
Discover two distinct sides of Buenos Aires in a single journey—the vibrant energy of its capital city and the quiet waterways of the Tigre Delta. This three-day program immerses guests in the elegance of Buenos Aires, with its grand boulevards, café culture, the storied Recoleta Cemetery, and the urban wilderness of Costanera Sur Ecological Reserve along the Río de la Plata. Your journey then shifts to the Tigre Delta, where lush islands, birdlife and stilt-house communities line a maze of winding channels. From cosmopolitan avenues to tranquil backwaters, this journey captures the essence of Argentine adventure.
Local hosts: Operating since 2010, our trusted local partner, New World Travel Designers, brings deep expertise across Argentina, Chile and Antarctica. Specialists in seamless, end-to-end travel design and on-the-ground coordination, their team ensures every detail is handled with precision—delivering a smooth, well-orchestrated journey from start to finish.
Extension Details
Availability: Pre- and post-expedition on Buenos Aires gateway voyages.
Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
Gateway: Buenos Aires
Cost: $2,295 USD per person (double occupancy) | $3,213 USD per person (solo supplement)
Capacity: 12-14 Guests
Tour Inclusions: Two breakfasts, two lunches, two dinners and two nights’ hotel accommodation, and Gala Tango Show.
Getting Around: Guests will travel in a premium, high-roof, climate-controlled Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van with spacious, comfortable seating.
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1 | Arrive in Buenos Aires: Argentina’s Cultural Capital
At first glance, Buenos Aires feels European in scale and elegance, yet its vibe is unmistakably Latin—vibrant, expressive, and alive on every street corner. Upon arrival at Ezeiza International Airport, meet your guide and transfer to your centrally located hotel. Your guide remains available throughout the afternoon to assist you. This evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at a Buenos Aires restaurant and meet your fellow travelers.
Today’s Highlights
- Transfer from Ezeiza International Airport to your hotel
- Guide assistance on arrival and afternoon orientation
- Included dinner at a local restaurant
Day 2 | Buenos Aires: Cafes, Tango and Culture
Begin in Recoleta, one of Buenos Aires’ most elegant neighborhoods and home to the famous Recoleta Cemetery—the final resting place of Eva Peron (Evita) and other Argentine luminaries. Continue with a panoramic tour through the historic center, including Plaza de Mayo, Casa Rosada, and the grand boulevards that shaped its reputation as the Paris of South America.
From here, transition to San Telmo, where cobblestone streets, antique shops, and street tango culture define the city’s oldest neighborhood. Stroll Defensa Street and Plaza Dorrego before an evening gala tango show—a not-to-miss cultural highlight.
Today’s Highlights
- Guided visit to the Recoleta neighborhood and Recoleta Cemetery
- Panoramic tour of Buenos Aires’ historic center
- A stroll through San Telmo, including Defensa Street and Plaza Dorrego
- Evening tango show at a premier venue
Day 3 | Costanera Sur and Tigre Delta: From City to River
Begin with a guided visit to Costanera Sur Ecological Reserve, a rare urban wilderness stretching along the Río de la Plata. Reclaimed from landfill, this protected landscape now supports rich biodiversity, with extensive trails through riparian (riverside) forests and wetlands that feel far removed from the surrounding city.
Later, journey north to the Tigre Delta, where the pace slows as you glide through a vast network of islands and waterways alongside fellow travelers. Wooden stilt houses, subtropical vegetation, and abundant birdlife define one of the world’s great river systems—a striking contrast to bustling Buenos Aires.
For pre-expedition extensions, the day ends at your expedition hotel, aligning seamlessly with embarkation. For post-expedition extensions, you will proceed with your onward travel plans.
Today’s Highlights
- Guided visit to Costanera Sur Ecological Reserve
- Insight into one of Latin America’s largest urban nature reserves
- Scenic navigation through the Tigre Delta waterways
