Adventure travel vacations in Bariloche

Bariloche Expedition - 8 days

Bariloche Expedition is a true expedition showcasing the magnificent scenery south of the Nahuel Huapi National Park. During this 6-day pure adventure, we sleep in tents and get off the beaten tracks. We also kayak in the emerald waters of the Mascardi lake, hike through valleys and along the ridge from where we have an impressive view of Mount Tr onador and the Andes. After mountain biking along the single-tracks of the Manso River Valley, we finish our tour on the Chile-Argentina border.

Highlights:

• - Explore off-the-beaten path of Nahuel Huapi National Park
  - Paddle the emerald waters of Mascardi lake
  - Hike along mountain ridges & Camp beside blue deep mountain lagoons
  - Rappel 900 feet surrounded by impressive vistas

Prices: From USD 1985.- per person  

Trip details:

Usual length: 8 days / 7 nights.
          Can range from 5 to 10 days

Departure: Bariloche, Patagonia Argentina

Accommodations:
          - 2 nights at INN
          - 5 night Tent / Camping

Available: December to April

Activities: Hiking, kayaking, rappelling & explorations

Activity level: Medium + / Challenging

Group Size: Min 4 – Max 12 participants

Dates 2011-2012:

Day by day itinerary:

Day 1:
Arrive at Bariloche airport and transfer to Hotel. Introduction of guides, check equipment and Welcome Dinner.
D - B&B / Inn



Day 2:
The first stage of the expedition includes breakfast and transfer to lake Mascardi in order to start kayaking. You will have a talk about safety and equipment . We will kayak along its coasts, discovering its bays and circumnavigating the island “Corazón” . Once we are in Tronador branch with its emerald water, we can see the peaks of Mount Tronador with its glaciers and endless snow in the distance. We will camp by the shore of the lake.
B, L, S, D – Tent / Camp



Day 3:
After having breakfast, we will put the equipment in order and kayak the last part of Tronador branch up to lake Mascardi where the river “Manso” flows into. We’ll leave the kayaks there to continue on foot following up “Azul” river to lake Homónimo. This valley has some steepy and rocky terrain between “Bonete” and “Punta Negra” mountains. Camping nearby lake Azul .
B, L, S, D – Tent / Camp



Day 4:
Then, hiking stage comes, going up from lake Azul to the col that joins the hills Cristal and Capitan, from where you will enjoy the deep blue colour of the lake and the view of the Tristeza branch towards the North, leaving Cº Bonete behind. We’ll pass lake Jujuyand go up a bit more up to the ridge that goes down from Cº Punta Negra, in order to descend to lake Illon, where we’ll camp.
B, L, S, D – Tent / Camp



Day 5:
The expedition also includes ascent to the hill Mar de Piedras with a beautiful view to Mount Tronador and the neighbouring mountains. We’ll have lunch in the peak and then go down to the campsite. We’ll get ready for the following day and have the afternoon free to enjoy the beaches and the water of this small paradisiacal lagoon.
B, L, S, D – Tent / Camp



Day 6:
Afterwards, we’ll go hiking up to the viewpoint “ la Mirada del Doctor”; you’ll have time to see the landscape from that rocky hill visited by condors that nest in its neighbouring walls. From that point we’ll start the most wonderful stage of the expedition, we’ll descend through a steep wall with the help of ropesup to lake Frey, where you’ll enjoy abseiling 300 mts/900 ft. and landing on rocky terraces. Some inflatable canoes will be waiting us to explore the lake and then descend on foot following Frey riverside up to Nahuel Huapi lake in the Tristeza branch. Camping will be ready.
B, L, S, D – Tent / Camp



Day 7:
Finally, we’ll kayak Tristeza branch, where you’ll see some falls and vertical walls descend to the lake and its remote beaches become the best place to have lunch or rest. We’ll arrive to Lopez Bay, where our private transfer will be waiting to take us to Bariloche.
Celebration dinner included as well.
B, L, S, D – B&B / Inn



Day 8:
Breakfast at the hotel, free time to go shopping, relax or visiting the city of Bariloche.
Transfer to the airport. End of trip.
B


Short extensions to your stay can be added if you wish to explore and enjoy the region further through our tailor-made outdoor programs / expeditions or adventure tours. To learn more about our tours contact us by e-mail at info@slimiti.com

Single Supplement: USD 100.- p/p

Prices are expressed in USD dollars, per person. Contact us for individual rates & group pricing

Included:

- Private transportation from Bariloche & airport transfers
- Certified guides (English, Spanish) & assistants
- All accommodations described in the Itinerary
- Welcome & Celebration dinner
- Meals during the expedition noted as B/L/D/S (wholesome & tasty food)
- Extra energy snacks (Cereal bars, gorp & non alcoholic beverages)
- All kayak equipment (life vest, spray skirt, splash jacket, neoprene gloves & booties, Dry bags & Pelican cases for clothing and personal items)
- All Group Camping equipment (Tents for 2-3 people, cookware, tarps, ecc.)
- All Mountaineering equipment (Harness, helment, ecc.)
- VHF radios & expedition First aid kit

Not Included:

• International airfare
• Flights within Argentina
• Personal equipment
• Everything not mentioned as INCLUDED

Recommended equipment list:

- Sleeping bag (- 10 ºC / - 20ºC)
- Therm-a-rest / sleeping pad
- Waterproof jacket (gore tex or similar)
- Mountain / fast drying pants & extra
- Base layer & extra
- Fleece & extra
- Woolen hat / gloves
- Cap / sun screen
- Rain gear (in case of bad weather)
- Sandals & hiking shoes
- Pair of socks & extra
- Headlamp
- Small towel & toiletries
- Personal Items

Optional: hiking poles / camera

On request: Vegetarian Menu / other languages guiding / rent equipment

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