Is it safe to drink the tap water?

In Buenos Aires, it is perfectly safe. In remote areas like Patagonia or Iguazú, sticking to bottled or filtered water is recommended to avoid minor stomach upset.

Do I need to speak Spanish?

In tourist hubs, English is widely understood. Learning basic phrases like 'La cuenta, por favor' (The check, please) will make your interactions much smoother.

10 Days in Argentina: A Practical Route

Spend 3 days in Buenos Aires for the culture, 3 days in El Calafate for the glaciers, and 4 days in Iguazú Falls for the jungle experience. Fly between these hubs to maximize your time, as ground travel between them takes over 20 hours.

Book internal flights early. Use Aerolíneas Argentinas or Flybondi to book domestic flights at least 6 weeks in advance. Prices spike significantly closer to the departure date.
Exchange currency strategically. Bring crisp, high-denomination USD bills to exchange at 'cuevas' (unofficial exchange houses) for the 'MEP' or 'Blue' dollar rate. Using ATMs or foreign credit cards often results in a significantly worse exchange rate.
Master the geography. Do not attempt to bus between these locations. The distances are thousands of kilometers. Prioritize flights to save at least 48 hours of transit time.

Is it safe to drink the tap water?: In Buenos Aires, it is perfectly safe. In remote areas like Patagonia or Iguazú, sticking to bottled or filtered water is recommended to avoid minor stomach upset.
Do I need to speak Spanish?: In tourist hubs, English is widely understood. Learning basic phrases like 'La cuenta, por favor' (The check, please) will make your interactions much smoother.