Overview
Villa El Chocón is a small town of about 4,000 inhabitants in Neuquén province, Patagonia, Argentina. Located on the shores of the Ramos Mexia reservoir, it serves as the main tourist center of the region with improving infrastructure.
Beach · Day Trips · Family Travel · Museums · Nature
Before you go
Connectivity
Argentine mobile carriers provide coverage. WiFi available at accommodations. Standard Argentine power plugs (Type I) in use.
Language
Spanish is the local language. Argentine Spanish has distinctive features but is mutually intelligible with standard Spanish.
Money
Argentina's currency has experienced volatility. Use Argentine pesos for most purchases. Credit cards accepted at some hotels and restaurants.
Transport
Short-distance buses run several times daily from Neuquén. Long-distance buses may not stop—confirm in advance. No local public transport exists; rent a car or bring a bicycle.
