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Bariloche, Argentina

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$745

$345 single supplement

Bariloche Main city square|^|Margalit Ziv

Gulls at Nahuel Huapi lake|^|Sergey Semenchinskiy

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Bariloche
Lakes District

Visit the quaint alpine city of Bariloche. This town is the principal city of the Argentine Lakes District and a great base camp for enjoying various outdoors activities including hiking, kayaking, whitewater rafting, horseback riding and mt. biking. Spend time strolling the stores and its many chocolate shops or come in the off season for skiing opportunities!

Day 1 Arrive Bariloche
Day 2 Cerro Campanario
Day 3 Explore Patagonia
Day 4 Return Buenos Aires

HikingIncludes guided hiking excursions. Hikes may vary from easy and optional three hour hikes to more difficult multi-day treks.
Nature ViewingIncludes intentional opportunity to observe flora or fauna with an experienced guide.
PaddlingIncludes paddling activity such as sea kayaking or rafting.

Bariloche - Accommodations
Estancia Peuma Hue Hosteria La Posada Hotel Edelweiss Panamericano Bariloche

Day 1 Arrive Bariloche

Arrive to Bariloche today. Settle into your hotel for the evening.

Day 2 Cerro Campanario (B)

Today you set out on the traditional Circuito Chico, taking in beautiful scenery of the surrounding lakes and forest. We will border the south bank of Lake Nahuel Huapi seeing various viewpoints. We will ascend to the summit of Cerro Campanario, taking a chairlift to see one of the best panoramic views in the region. Next we hike through the Llao Llao Municipal Park for an interpretive walk immersed in the native forests and lakes. 2 hours hiking.

Day 3 Explore Patagonia (B,L)

Choose today from one of the following excursions:

Lake Gutierrez Kayaking

Today paddle in this Patagonian lake with incredible views of Mt. Catedral, Mt. Otto, and the native forest. We stop for lunch at one of the uninhabited beaches and then continue on the kayaks as we continue to explore this beautiful lake. Once on shore, we will be transferred back to Bariloche. Previous kayaking experience not required. Includes Lunch.

Whitewater Rafting (has an additional cost, please inquire)

Set out this day to tackle one of the best Patagonian adventures! You will feel the adrenaline rush as you take on the Class III-IV rapids near the Chilean border. Our trained guides will take you through private country with fantastic scenery to the river. Here enjoy a homemade breakfast and receive your equipment check and safety briefing. Next take on the river for about a 10 km ride mixing fun water entertainment with thrilling rapids in a spectacularly beautiful natural setting! At the end of the ride, you'll enjoy a Patagonian barbecue! Return to Bariloche this evening. Minimum age restriction: 14 yrs old. Includes Lunch.

La Esperanza Ranch and Horseback Riding

Today you are invited to one of the region's exclusive retreats in nature! Travel across the Nirihuau river enjoying amazing views of the nearby peaks to arrive at La Esperanza's main ranch house for your warm welcome. After a short introduction about Argentine riding technique, you will start your horseback ride to the Veranada (summer pasture fields), located 1450m above sea level. At these heights you may even spot a condor! Upon reaching the grazing area, you will feast on an assortment of mountain-style regional barbecue Argentinean asado and enjoy the views of the Andes mountain range. For the return, we take a route near Mount La Buitrera, which is a well known nesting site for condors. This afternoon head back to the city.