Adventure travel vacations in Bariloche

Bariloche Lakes and Mountains - 8 days

“Bariloche Lakes and Mountains” multi-sport adventure tour that takes you through the most beautiful sceneries in Nahuel Huapi National Park. Accommodation at cozy Inns, mountain huts and comfortable campsites, meals featuring excellent regional Patagonian cuisine. Discover Bariloche and its surroundings while kayaking and walking to breathtaking scenic lookouts over Lake Nahuel Huapi. Bike through the Patagonian steppe and the Manso River valley near the Andes. Explore Mount Tronador and its glaciers on foot; see impressive waterfalls and magnificent views of the Andes mountains.

Highlights:

• Multi-sport Adventure trip around Bariloche
• Spectacular Nahuel Huapi National Park
• Bike, hike & kayak through the Andes
• Discover the best sceneries of Northern Patagonia

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:
          - 5 nights Superior INN - Upgrade options available
          - 1 night Camping
          - 1 night Mountain Hut

Available: December to April

Activities: Hiking, sea kayaking & mountain biking

Activity level: Medium / Medium +

Group Size: Min 4 – Max 12 participants

Dates 2010-2011:

Dec 13-17 / Dec 27-31
Jan 03-07 / Jan 24-28
Feb 07-11 / Feb 21-25
Feb 28-Mar 04 / Mar 21-25
Mar 28-Apr 01

Day by day itinerary:

Day 1:
Arrive to Bariloche airport and transfer to the Hotel. Meet with the guides, briefing and Welcome Dinner.
D - Inn



Day 2:
After breakfast, we begin a multi-sport tour. We set off on an outstanding tailor-made itinerary as we combine a drive along the so called Circuito Chico (which is a sightseeing circuit) with a hike to the viewpoints of Brazo Tristeza (one of Lake Nahuel Huapi’s branches) to enjoy spectacular views. We have lunch by the lake and in the afternoon we kayak in the crystal clear waters of Moreno lake at the foot of Mount López .
B, L, S - Inn



Day 3:
Transfer to Pampa Linda, a small village located at the foot of Mount Tronador and by the Manso River. We start hiking to the Otto Meiling Mountain Hut located at 2000 meters (6000 fasl), between the Castaño Overa and Alerce glaciers. There, we may take short hikes in the surroundings and discover magnificent vistas of the summits and the neighboring mountain ranges in the Nahuel Huapi National Park.
B, L, S, D – Mountain Hut



Day 4:
After a homemade breakfast and some time to relax, we start our descent. Halfway down, we detour from trail to the Castaño Overa Glacial Cirque, where the remains of the glacial period have left their trace, to admire its impressive waterfalls and hanging glaciers. After a picnic, we head towards Pampa Linda.
B, L, S, D - Inn



Day 5:
Short transfer to Lake Mascardi where we start a guided kayak tour in the emerald waters of Brazo Tronador. We kayak around Corazón Island and explore its solitary coast, where we have lunch in the heart of the amazing Andean landscape. Then, we continue paddling to the campsite. We have afternoon at leisure to enjoy the place and nature.
B, L, S, D – Tent / Camp



Day 6:
Transfer to the Manso River Valley at the south end Nahuel Huapi National Park. Here, we mountain bike along the most beautiful single track surrounding the bluish waters of the Manso River. We pedal through the thick Andean forest guarded by splendid mountains and incredible nature.
B, L, S - Inn



Day 7:
We head to the Eastern part of the Nahuel Huapi National Park cycling around its same name lake to discover the Patagonian steppe on a new mountain bike guided tour. We pedal along country roads and seldom used trails by the Limay River. For lunch, we have a typical Patagonian asado (Argentinian style barbecue) in a place known as Valle Encantado ( which means “enchanted valley”, due to its curious shapes), surrounded by spectacular rocky formations which have been moulded by the wind. There is an optional hiking tour in the afternoon to fantastic viewpoints and then we return to the City of Bariloche, where this multi-sport adventure ends with a Celebration Dinner.
B, L, S, D - Inn



Day 8:
Breakfast at the hotel, free time to go shopping, relax or visit the city of Bariloche. Transfer to the airport. End of the 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 200.- p/p

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

Included:
                     - Professional local bilingual guides
                     - All accommodations
                     - Meals as noted (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch,
                       D=Dinner, ES=Energy snacks)
                     - Ground transportation & Airport transfers
                     - 6 full day guided activities
                     - Entrance fee and permits
                     - All group gear and equipment
                   

Not Included:
                     - International airfare
                     - Flights within Argentina
                     - Dinner: Day 2, Day 6
                     - Everything not mentioned as INCLUDED

Recommended equipment list:
                     - Daily backpack or fanny pack
                     - Wind jacket
                     - Mountain / outdoor pants
                     - Fleece & extra
                     - Woolen hat / gloves
                     - Baseball cap / sun screen & lip balm
                     - Hiking boots / training shoes
                     - Pair of socks
                     - Sandals
                     - Small towel
                     - Rain gear

Optional: hiking poles / camera

On request:
                   - Vegetarian Menu / other languages guiding

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