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Lake Nahuel Huapi kayaking Circumnavigation – 16 days
This kayaking adventure is an expedition-style camping trip circumnavigating Nahuel Huapi lakecovering 185 nautical miles along the shorelines through the heart of lake district. The journey begins at Bariloche and finishes 2 weeks latter after paddle the entire perimeter, explore the 7 branches and discover the best scenaries of Nahuel Huapi National Park.
Highlights:
- Kayaking expedition in Nahuel Huapi National Park
- 14 days overnight kayak trip in Patagonia
- 185 nautical miles of pristine waters
- Explore isolated bays, 7 branches and wild areas
Prices: From USD 2800.- P/P
Trip details:
Trip length: 16 days Paddling days: 14 days
Departs from: Bariloche, Argentina
Accommodations: 5 nights INN / B&B (upgrade options available) - 10 nights Camping
Available: January - February
Activity level: Medium + / Challenging
Activities: kayaking & easy hiking
Group size: Min. 6 – max. 12 participants
Dates 2011: January 16-31
Day by day itinerary
Day 1:
Reception at San Carlos de Bariloche airport.
Transfer to Hotel, meet our guides and staff.
Welcome dinner for all participants.
Accommodation at Guesthouse
D - B&B / Inn
Day 2:
 Day for getting ready and learning safety practices on the lake. Preparing kayaks and gear. Make your own dinner arrangements.
B, L, S - B&B / Inn
Day 3:
Breakfast and transfer to Bahía López, 30 Km west of Bariloche. Set out on the expedition. Paddle in the area of Llao Llao Park, Puerto Pañuelo and the north-east coast of Peninsula San Pedro. Explore the calm waters of Campanario branch (the first of the 7 branches of Lake Nahuel Huapi).
B, L, S, D - Camping
Day 4:
 Paddle eastward along the southern coast of the lake, to the steppe, passing in front of San Carlos de Bariloche city. You will gradually approach lonely coastlines and wild landscapes. Stop at the mouth of River Limay before heading westward to explore the northern shore of the lake.
B, L, S, D - Camping
Days 5 and 6:
Paddle past sparsely populated areas near small islands and beautiful bays. Explore the Peninsula Huemul and Huemul branch at the foot of the hill called Cerro Tres Monjas. Enjoy different views of the region and discover new mountains and landscapes.
B, L, S, D - Camping
Day 7:
 Continue paddling past Victoria Island to Villa La Angostura, where you will recover your strength and enjoy a comfortable bed and hot shower before setting out on the second leg of the expedition. Accommodation at Guest house.
B, L, S, D - B&B / Inn
Day 8:
Start the expedition and circumnavigate Peninsula Quetrihue, where we will take a short walk to see the unique forest of “Arrayan” trees. In the afternoon, paddle to Villa La Angostura. Make your own dinner arrangements.
B, L, S - B&B / Inn
Days 9, 10 and 11:
Paddle on the lake’s branches Última Esperanza, Rincón and Machete. Camp out on magnificent beaches and secluded bays. Take short walks and meet the families of early settlers who have lived in the area since before the National Park was created. Explore the SW coast of the Machete branch all the way to the beginning of the Blest branch.
B, L, S, D - Camping
Days 12 and 13:
 Paddle west over the emerald green icemelt water of the Blest branch. Visit Centinela Island, site of the tomb of Perito Moreno, the creator of Argentine national parks. Discover splendid waterfalls and the breathtaking experience of Mount Tronador and its permanent glaciers coming into view. We will also take relaxing walks to explore the area.
B, L, S, D - Camping
Days 14 and 15:
Discover Tristeza branch as you paddle among imposing mountains and lush Valdivian vegetation. At the southwest end of the branch is the valley of River Frey. Take an easy walk to discover beautiful spots of the Andes Mountains in the heart of northern Patagonia. Hoist out of the sea kayaks at López Bay, from which a private vehicle will take us back to Bariloche.
Celebration dinner.
B, L, S, D – Camping, B&B / Inn
Day 16:
Breakfast, morning for relaxing or shopping. Transfer to the airport to flight out to Buenos Aires or other destination. End of services.
B
| Price per person |
| USD 2800.- per persons |
Single Supplements: USD 350.-
Prices are expressed in USD dollars, per person. Contact us for individual rates & group pricing
Included:
- Certified kayak guide (English, Spanish, Italian) & assistant Guide
- Private shuttle services
- Welcome & Celebration dinner
- All meals during the expedition (B/L/D) – Wholesome & tasty food
- Extra energy snacks (Cereal bars, gorp & & non alcoholic beverages)
- All kayak equipment (life vest, spray skirt, splash jacket, neoprene gloves & booties)
- All Group Camping equipment (Tents for 2-3 people, cookware, tarps & shelters)
- NRS / Seal line Dry bags & Pelican cases for clothing and personal items
- VHF radios & expedition First aid kit
Not Included:
- Park entrance fee
- Alcoholic Beverages
- 2 Dinners (day 2 and day 8)
- Everything not mentioned as INCLUDED
On request: Vegetarian Menu /Rent equipment
Recommended equipment list:
- Sleeping bag (-20ºC)
- Therm-a-rest / sleeping pad
- Waterproof jacket (gore tex or similar)
- Mountain / fast drying pants
- Base layer & extra (2)
- Fleece & extra (2)
- Woolen hat / gloves
- Baseball cap / sun screen & lip balm
- Sandals & training shoes
- 3 Pair of socks
- Headlamp & batteries
- Small towel & toileteries
- Personal Item
 Photos: Circunnavigation of Nahuel Huapi lake 2008 ed.
 “Video: Circunnavigation of Nahuel Huapi lake 2008”
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