The lady that works as this stand speaks excellent english so we inquired cost for 1hr boat ride…read more She informed us that it would be 2000 Pesos, but we'd have to pay cash as the credit card machine is broken. We walked over to the next stall and the guy informed us that the ride is 200 Pesos and not 2000. We went back to ask the lady why there was such a big difference in price and she said she never said 2000. The icing on the cake so that she called is bastards as we walked away. Beware is this company.

I took the 5 river cruise from the Tigre port and it took about an hour…read more There wasn't too many cruises offered on a Tuesday but Sturla was running theirs consistently so I bought my ticket from them. The boat left from Dock 4 and they take your ticket before you descend. The river was calm so not difficult to board with the minor rocking. Bathrooms and food/drinks were sold inside on the main deck. The boat was a double decker and I took a seat on the top for the entire cruise. It was perfect weather to be outside and see everything. The tour was conducted via a recording that alternated between Spanish and English. Very interesting facts and highlights throughout. We sailed on three rivers (Sarmiento, Lujan and Espera) and two creeks. We passed by shipwrecks, homes in various conditions (a number of them for sale), a school and church, rowing clubs, and more. The glass enclosed home of former President Sarmiento was a unique site to see. It was a museum that could be visited if you took one of the river taxis? While passing through one of the shallowest creek on the tour, we were chased by some locals who were yelling at the staff until the boat slowed down and stopped their announcements. Not sure what was the issue but the tour resumed a few minutes later. We returned to the same dock and smoothly berthed. Overall a decent tour though it seemed a bit expensive for 19000 ARS.

Tour left from Puerto Medero & went to Puerto de Frutos. Picked up in a bus at our hotel & got on…read moreboat at Puerto Madero. The boat was a ferry like boat and was very far from the shore. A recorded message said things about the shoreline that was so far away it was useless. Our guide sat on the back of the boat on her phone. Once we got off the boat we were ushered into a beautiful building for lunch & passed a beautiful dining room to b sat in a back room with no lights on. Then we got on a bus that made 2 10 min stops. The tour guides didn't know left from right so we had no idea what landmarks she pointed out. Biggest waste of $100.

Our group used the Colonia Express to travel from Buenos Aires to Uruguay for a day trip and…read morehonestly although some of us had some issues trying to work out ticket buying situation online, the entirety of it ran pretty smoothly. From immigration to the boat and transportation between countries worked in our favor. As a 21st century girl it was evident some people weren't happy they did not have access to wifi on their boats as some children had tantrums from lack of IPad accessibility and some adults couldn't make phone calls but I think if anything that lack of social media checking can be used to truly reconnect with those traveling with you! Both boats we took were fairly accessible for all those who had a disability if they wished to eat on board you could as they a full little cafe with warm danishes, snacks, and drinks at your convenience!

Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay…read more.. It's a couple-hour ferry ride from BA to Colonia, and then you can continue on by bus to other areas or not. We chose not because this was meant to be a day trip and another stamp on the passport. 100% recommend if you have the time - I need to add some Uruguay locations to Yelp because it is so gorgeous there!!! It is totally giving coastal European summer vibes. NOTE: Get to the station early even if you already have tix!!! It was packed and not only do you have to get through security, but customs for interviews too. This took wayyyyyy longer than expected, so I'm glad we arrived with time to do all of this and get coffee - tho it was still a photo finish to board the ferry. The big boat was crowded but there were plenty of seats, or you can go outside with the TikTokers. There's a duty-free shop which was super crowded the entire time. Locals were stocking up on chocolates and liquor. No coffee or food service. A day trip was perfect to walk the cobblestone streets, shop, eat, and lounge on a patio for drinks while a band plays, sailboats drift by, and the town dogs sit at your feet waiting patiently for a pet or some of your food. Heading back was less crowded or stressful. Still lots of lines but the only rush was to return to the AirBnb and change for dinner. All in all, worth the cost which I think was less than $100USD pp.

Awful, just plain AWFUL. Only use them as a last resort! The AC inside the boat sucks and we were…read moresweating as hell the entire 1hr trip! Can't believe a company like that stats in business. Oh did I mention that they tried to overcharge my debit card? Rampant abusive practices!

We bought a day tour to Colonia. The boat broke and got towed back into Buenos Aires. Lack of…read moremaintenance. Nightmare of 4 hours between arriving, and failing. Extremely rude manager, nervewrecking experience. Got photos of boat full of smoke and being towed.

Qué gran tour "caliente" de Buenos Aires con Patrice…read more So lucky to be able to get a personalized tour from Patrice Vigier from Argentina Elite Transfers & Tours after our cruise to Antartica. Started with the symbolic heart of Buenos, Plaza de Mayo. Loved the insight to the origins of this plaza. The old photographs that he shared showed how the plaza looked a couple of hundred years ago. Interesting how they would tear down buildings that were in the way of the road construction/expansion. During Spanish times, this was a bustling marketplace. Many local residents used it was a meeting location. Today, it is still a center for government and commercial business. Take time to soak in the atmosphere as you explore Casa Rosada (aka the Pink House), the Piramide de Mayo, and the National Bank. Stopped for a short visit to the beautiful Catedral Metropolitana. It is the final resting place for Jose de San Martin who is credited with liberating Argentina, Chile, Peru and Ecuador. His grave is guarded around the clock. Stopped also to pay respects to those who are mothers of the missing children and the painted stones to remember those who lost their lives during the COVID pandemic. On the next stop, on one of the hottest days during a heat wave in Buenos Aires where the temperature soared to triple digits, we walked down the cobblestone roads created from stones used as ballast on ships that sailed to the New World to reach San Telmo. San Telmo is the oldest barrio (neighborhood) of Buenos Aires, Argentina. It is filled with charming cafes, antique stalls and bakeries. Love the colonial buildings that lead to the central Mercado or marketplace. Some of the first homes and elaborate mansions were built in this neighborhood. These homes were quite luxurious with access to gas mains, lighting, sewers, and running water. This led to a growing and thriving community. Unfortunately, this early era ended abruptly when the yellow fever epidemic struck the area in 1871. Although the establishment of new clinics helped slow the spread of the epidemic, it claimed over 10,000 lives. Yellow fever caused many prominent families to abandon their homes with all contents left behind. Hundreds of properties became vacant. Some of the larger homes and land were converted into parks. Many of the abandoned treasures are now sold at antique shops in the area or the Mercado. Many of the homes became conventillos (tenement housing) for European immigrants. Explore the Mercado for delicious foods or a fun souvenir. The stalls are full of so many antiques like rotary telephones, China sets, silver platters, old coins and political posters. Love the old Coca-Cola signs. Puerto Madero is such a beautiful waterfront barrio. Cross the Puente de la Mujer (the Women's Bridge) and turn to the left to visit the Frigate Sarmiento. ARA Presidente Sarmiento is a beautiful frigate training ship that has been restored as a naval museum. Built in 1897, she is believed to be the last surviving training cruising ship from the 1890s. During her service, she circumnavigated the globe on six tours of duty until she was retired as a seagoing ship in 1938. Today, she is a beautiful historic naval museum and national monument. Visit the colorful markets in La Boca. Enjoy a taste of Venice in Tigre. So interesting to walk through Tigre with its waterways reminiscent of the canals in Venice. Tigre is also famous for its rowing clubs. The Italian Rowing Club is housed in a 1921 palace that resembles the Venetian Doge's Palace. When the temperature is 43 C (109 F), take an airconditioned boat from Tigre to Buenos Aires. As we were in Buenos Aires during an unprecedented heat wave, it was so nice to leave from Tigre Fluvial Station in a comfortable boat. The audio guide was in three languages, Spanish, English and Portuguese. So relaxing to take a cruise on the Lujan River, the Sarmiento River, the Tres Bocas area, the San Antonio River and Canal Vinculation. Notice the upscale homes and water parks next to shipwrecks and dilapidated homes. Fun to see ReMax signs selling properties along the water. According to the audio tour, homes range from $30,000 to $120,000. So many boats on a Saturday afternoon. Fun to watch people kayaking and sailing in the calm waters. As we approached Buenos Aires, we entered the Río de la Plata through the Costanero Canal. Nice to able to see spires of cathedrals, Puerto de Olivos, River Plate Court, and Jorge Newbery Airport as we neared Puerto Madero with a stunning view of the city of Buenos Aires. We even saw our cruise ship docked prior to its next voyage. The ride takes about two hours. Snacks and drinks are available, but you can also bring your own onboard. Our guide, Patrice from Argentina Elite Transfer and Tours, dropped us off in Tigre and picked us up at Puerto Madero at the end of the cruise before flying back home. A nice way to explore while staying cool on a very warm late summer day.