6-day Kayaking & Trekking Expedition In Bariloche Lake District

Itinerary

Day 1: Bariloche Airport/ Bariloche City

Pass By: San Carlos de Bariloche Airport, RP80 S/N, San Carlos de Bariloche, Río Negro, Argentina
Upon arrival, you will be met at the airport and have a private transfer to your hotel.

**Please bring: Comfortable activewear that is appropriate for the season, sleeping bag, sunscreen and insect repellent in the summer! For your time in the city, pack comfortable clothes and walking shoes!

Stop At: San Carlos de Bariloche, San Carlos de Bariloche, Province of Rio Negro, Patagonia
Bariloche town sits on the southern coast of Nahuel Huapi, a glacier-water lake with enthralling islands and beaches. Hills and mountains framing the area allow visitors to enjoy all sorts of hiking trails, as well as some of the most amazing views of the natural wonders of Patagonia. Today, you will have the rest of the day free to do as you wish.
Duration: 12 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at a hotel of your chosen category in Bariloche

Day 2: Bariloche/ Kayaking in Mascardi Lake and hiking in the forest

Stop At: Lago Mascardi, San Carlos de Bariloche, Río Negro, Argentina
¡Today is the day! After breakfast, you will depart from your hotel towards Mascardi Lake, located at the south of San Carlos de Bariloche to enjoy 4-day tour on private service.
After an introduction in basic techniques and safety procedures on coastal kayaking, your adventure through the lake begins; you will see very beautiful landscapes on the way! After kayaking, in order to recover for the physical effort, we will enjoy lunch and relax in one of the many lake beaches. **Kayaking time: 4-5hs. Distance to cover: 17km/10,5ml.
Duration: 5 hours

Stop At: Camping los Rápidos, Lago Mascardi 8400, San Carlos de Bariloche, Río Negro, Argentina
In the afternoon, we will arrive at Camping “Los Rápidos” to enjoy “mate tea”, the traditional tea time argentinian drink. Then, take time to relax and explore the surrounding forest and the hidden lake “Los Moscos“. At the end of this memorable day, you will have dinner and spend the night at Camping “Los Rápidos”.
Duration: 14 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Camping “Los Rápidos” (1 tent for 2 people), with toilet facilities and hot shower

Day 3: Kayaking with views of Bonete and Tronador mountains

Stop At: Mascardi Lake, Río Negro, Argentina
After breakfast, we will prepare our kayaks for a second paddling day. But this time is different and even better; we will kayak along the most remote part of Mascardi Lake with amazing views of Bonete and Tronador mountains! Later, for lunchtime, we will stop in an isolated beach before continuing to the head of the lake. **Kayaking time: 4hs. Distance to cover: 16km/10ml.
Duration: 4 hours

Stop At: Hosteria Pampa Linda, San Carlos de Bariloche, Río Negro, Argentina
After kayaking, you will be transferred to Pampa Linda, located at the base of Tronador Mount. At the end of the day, you will have dinner and spend the night at Hostería Pampa Linda.
Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Hosteria “Pampa Linda“, double bases


Day 4: Trekking to “Otto Meiling“ refuge + picnic with Castaño Overa Glacier views

Stop At: Hosteria Pampa Linda, San Carlos de Bariloche, Río Negro, Argentina
After breakfast, we will begin our trek through a forest of giant beech trees towards the Meiling Mountain Hut (2.000m/6.560ft). And just in time to recover from the hiking, we will be delighted by a picnic lunch along the way with an amazing view to the Castaño Overa Glacier surrounded with a stunning volcanic landscape.
**Trekking time: 5hs. Distance: 15km. Altitude gain: 900m/2.950 ft. Terrain: You may walk through trails with rocks and also snow.
Duration: 5 hours

Stop At: Refugio Otto Meiling, Calle Copahue 4040, San Carlos de Bariloche R8402BAR Argentina
In the afternoon, you will arrive to “Otto Meiling“ refuge and have some time at leisure to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Andes Mountain Range. At night, you will be pleased by a candle light dinner and spend the night at “Otto Meiling“ refuge.
Duration: 14 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at “Otto Meiling“ refuge in one Common Dorm (for 40 people)

Day 5: Watching of Andean Condor flight + Trekking/ Bariloche City

Stop At: Refugio Otto Meiling, Calle Copahue 4040, San Carlos de Bariloche R8402BAR Argentina
After breakfast, we will have the chance to approach the cliff beside the glaciers to enjoy the breathtaking flight of the Andean Condor, an incredible patagonian bird of prey. Then, you will enjoy lunch at the refuge before starting the hiking back to Pampa Linda. **Trekking time: 5hs. Distance: 15km. Altitude gain: -900m. Terrain: You may walk through trails with rocks and also snow.
Duration: 2 hours

Pass By: San Carlos de Bariloche, San Carlos de Bariloche, Province of Rio Negro, Patagonia
Upon arrival to Pampa Linda, you will be driven back to your hotel in Bariloche.
**Optional excursion (NOT INCLUDED): Upgrading this excursion to include a Glacier Trekking or Ice Climbing is recommended. To add this in advance, please write it down in the ‘Special Requirements’ box (while booking) and we’ll quote it for you.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight at a hotel of your chosen category in Bariloche

Day 6: Bariloche/ Bariloche Airport

Pass By: San Carlos de Bariloche, San Carlos de Bariloche, Province of Rio Negro, Patagonia
At the appropriate time, you will have a private transfer to Bariloche airport.
**Kayaking equipment: Double sea kayaks (fiberglass with ruder), PFD, skirt, neoprene short johns, wind/waterproof jackets, mitts , dry bags
**Camping equipment: Expedition shelter and tent for two people, sleeping pad, cooking stoves, plates, covers, cups.
**First aid kit and communication: VHF and cell-phones

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.