GroovyGeek wrote:
You are a brave man. Renting from Sixt is an iffy proposition in most countries on a good day, but in Argentina and Chile it is downright an adventure. You can expect poor customer service and the car to be inspected with a microscope and nit-picked for every little ding. Make sure to either buy their insurance or get something that will cover you. The roads in TdP used to be loose gravel so you can expect some rock chips on the paint and possibly on the windshield.
I am enrolled in the AMEX Premium Car Rental Protection plan. For under $20 PER RENTAL you are covered for most things. I have had to file claims 3-4x in my life, and they have always paid promptly and hassle free. Most rental companies charge 2x that PER DAY.
I suggest you consider switching to Hertz. Will be more expensive but far less hassles. Not sure if that is the case in Chile, but in El Calafate anything other than Hertz is just not worth the risk, not to mention the shitty customer service....Show more →
Thanks Boyan, for the heads up! I am not sure if there is Hertz at Puerto Natales airport....will check for sure. I have picked the full insurance option from Sixts. I don't believe I had a choice as that was the only rental on airport. Have not reserved anything in El Calafate yet.
imoretti wrote:
I’ve been to the Calafate/El Chalten area twice, in April and May. I’d be happy to share my hotel, activity and guide choices. Please feel free to PM me.
