THE NORTH - REGION OF LAKES AND STEPPES

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During this week we are going to visit the north region of the National Park Nahuel Huapi, the National Park Arrayanes and the National Park Lanin with a Vulcan Lanin. We discover the region of the seven lakes with Indian reserves and end with a big contrast: the Patagonian Steppe, a visit to a German farmer's colony and a typical Patagonian ranch.


Travelling route


1. day

Arrival at the airport San Carlos de Bariloche and transfer to the Hosteria Katy. After welcome teatime off for a walk in the area of Llao Llao. We end the day with a welcome dinner.

2. day

From Llao Llao we ride on a catamaran to visit the island Victoria, then continue the ride to the National Park Arrayanes with its unique forest of Arrayanes trees. After a beautiful hike through the forest we arrive to the Andean village of Villa la Angostura. We visit the mountain ski centre of Bayo and the Manzano bay. Accommodation in Villa la Angostura.

3. day

We continue in the north direction following the circuit of the seven lakes combining the excursion with hikes, visits to different viewpoints, lakes, beaches and waterfalls. Our objective is to reach the village of San Martin de los Andes on the shore of lake Lacar, the entrance door to the National Park Lanin. We shall visit the mountain Chapelco. Accommodation in San Martin de los Andes.

4. day

In the National Park Lanin we visit the lake Lolog and Huechulaufquen from where we make a trek to the Vulcan Lanin. Accommodation in the area of the Junin de los Andes.

5. day

Visit the Mapuches Indian reserve and from there we continue in the south-eastern direction to the German farmer's colony in the Patagonian Steppe. Short hikes give us the possibility to watch the Patagonian fauna. Accommodation includes a swimming pool and sauna.

6. day

We continue south through the Patagonian Steppe until we reach a typical Patagonian ranch where we shall experience an authentic Patagonian day with horse riding, ranch activities and an asado. Return to Llao Llao and accommodation at Hosteria Katy.

7. day

Transfer from Hosteria Katy to airport. In case of your departure in the afternoon the morning is free to visit Bariloche or stay at Llao Llao.