Trip Extension Overview
Experience the heart of the Lakes District on this Patagonia tour based in the resort town of Bariloche. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy trekking Nahuel Huapi National Park’s undemanding trails, hiking through pristine forests and to lookouts with impressive mountain views. This Argentina tour spends a full day on and around Nahuel Haupi Lake, cruising to Victoria Island where additional trails highlighting the area’s unique flora and fauna await. Here, travelers can continue on to visit the Arrayanes Forest, home to a distinctive forest of myrtle trees, or stay and enjoy a gourmet meal lakeside. You decide the details of your perfect Lakes District tour! In just four days, you will see what makes this extraordinary inspiring area world-famous.
Trip Features
- 4 Days
- $1,245 per person
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PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate -
ACTIVITIES
Hiking, Scenic Catamaran Cruise -
HIGHLIGHTS
Patagonia Lakes District, Bariloche, Nahuel Huapi Lake
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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.
The sights and sounds of nature will be the main attraction for today’s adventure. You have the option of several mellow hikes depending on your activity level as well as weather and mountain conditions. Your private guide will discuss your options with you. On the less-demanding hike, you’ll start the day with a forty-minute guided walk through woodlands on even terrain, viewing the unique region and learning about its history. At the end of the hike, you’ll stop for a tasty lunch at a nearby restaurant. One option is Boliche Viejo, a Parrilla near the source of Rio Limay, where the highlight for visitors on Patagonia tours is a delicious asado (barbecue). Alternatively, you may want a longer, full day of hiking in the Bariloche area. Hike amongst the dense forest of native Nothofagus trees and Ca Coihue (local version of bamboo) up to Cerro Llao Llao, from where you can enjoy spectacular views of the Nahuel Huapi Lake and the surrounding mountains, including the glacier covered Mt Tronador. After returning to the trail head, a short drive will take you to Bahia Lopez, where you will hike the Brazo Tristeza Trail to end on a granite dome at the very base of Cerro Lopez. This is a classic scenic viewpoint of Tristeza Bay and Cerro Capilla. After your choice of excursions, you will be transferred back to your hotel for a free afternoon and another restful night. (B,L)
Today is dedicated to pristine Victoria Island in Nahuel Huapi Lake. You will travel to the pier to board our catamaran for the 30 minute sail to Anchorena Port of Victoria Island. From the pier there are a number of trails to choose from each highlighting the native trees and fauna of the area. The Island is particularly famous for its community of pudu deer and its ancient rock paintings. You will have time to explore and enjoy your boxed lunch before boarding the catamaran to sail northwest towards Quetrihu Peninsula. This peninsula is home to the famous Arrayanes (myrtle wood) Forest, a unique area and natural monument of Nahuel Huapi National Park. Following the well-marked trails, you will explore this enchanted forest before returning to Puerto Panuelo by boat and to Bariloche in the late afternoon for one last night in town. (B,L)
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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