Active Bariloche Tour, surrounded by the outdoor treasures of Northern Patagonia's Lake District
Bariloche, Northern Patagonia's Lake District, is an experience not to be missed on your Patagonia adventure vacation
Duration: 5 days
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Time spent in and around the resort town of Bariloche, surrounded by the outdoor treasures of Northern Patagonia's Lake District, is an experience not to be missed on your Patagonia adventure vacation. This action-packed Argentina tour extension is designed for the hiker who enjoys river rafting and sea kayaking too. The entire guided itinerary is set amidst the pristine wonderland of Argentina' oldest and largest national park, 1.8 million-acre Nahuel Huapi, known for its interconnected crystal clear lakes and Andean vistas. On this Patagonia tour, you'll experience the lake region's best whitewater rafting, descending Argentina's challenging final reach of the Manso River, take an all-day hike along scenic forest trails and sea kayak in the still glacial waters of Lake Nahuel Huapi.
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Itinerary for Active Bariloche Vacation Extension
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Day 1 ARRIVE BARILOCHE
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From the airport, you'll be transferred to your hotel in Bariloche, a charming mountain town on the shores of picturesque Lake Nahuel Huapi. The rest of the day is yours to explore the city and enjoy the relaxing Patagonian lifestyle.
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Day 2 RAFTING MANSO RIVER / CLASS III-IV
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From your hotel, you will be taken by private van into Nahuel Huapi National Park, along the Manso River to arrive at the camp of John's Ranch. Before the day's adventure begins, you'll enjoy coffee on the beach, change into your wetsuit and receive a safety briefing from the expedition leader. Then it's into the river for an exciting excursion of breathtaking beauty through a lush canyon, ending at the Chilean border. There you'll disembark and change clothes before heading back to the ranch for a memorable Argentine asado (barbecue) before being returned to your Bariloche hotel. (B,L)
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Day 3 HIKING NEAR BARILOCHE
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After breakfast, you'll be transferred from your hotel to the trailhead of today's hike. Paced to your liking, you'll hike for two to three hours into the alpine zone, stopping to enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch amidst stunning lakes, glaciated summits, forests and towering Andean peaks before completing the remaining three to four hours of the hike. You'll be delivered back to your hotel in time to prepare for a delectable dinner at one of the city's fine restaurants. (B,L)
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Day 4 NAHUEL HUAPI LAKE - SEA KAYAKING
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This tranquil day of sea kayaking may be enjoyed by all, regardless of fitness level. After breakfast, you'll be taken from the hotel to a unique launching beach. Assisted by guides, the six hours of paddling will be divided by a memorable lakeside picnic in an idyllic setting. The trip ends at the landmark Llao-Llao Hotel where you will be transferred back to your accommodations Bariloche accommodations in time to enjoy a last delicious dinner. (B,L)
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Day 5 BARILOCHE – OUT
In the morning, you'll be transferred to the airport to continue your Patagonia travel or make connections for your flight home. (B)
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Key: (B)reakfast (L)unch (D)inner
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INCLUSIONS / EXCLUSIONS
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Included in tour cost
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- Professional, English-speaking local guides while hiking, rafting and sea kayaking
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- All hotel accommodations
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- Meals as indicated
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- All transfers in private van
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- Entrance fees for national parks
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- Rafting Equipment
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- Sea Kayaking Equipment
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- Southern Explorations pre departure services
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Excluded in tour cost
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- Flights to/from Bariloche
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- Hiking boots and other personal gear
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- Personal expenses (tips and gratuities, alcoholic beverages, medical or travel insurance, laundry, airport taxes, etc.).
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- Medical or travel insurance