Transitando Lo Natural, Bariloche

Lonely PlanetSep 21

A Guide to Bariloche in Argentina’s Lake District

Bariloche is an adventure hub, a chocolate lover’s fever dream and the gateway to Patagonia. Find tips on transportation, sights and costs in this guide.

Private day tours to trails in Parque Nacional Nahuel Huapi.

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Cerro CatedralSightSki, snowboard or snowmobile here in winter.
National Chocolate FestivalFestivalHeld in the offseason months of April.
Circuito ChicoSightA scenic drive to plan for one day.
Parque Nacional Nahuel HuapiSightSpans 7050 sq km with hikes for all abilities.
Cerro CampanarioSightTop reached by chairlift or hiking trail.
Lago Nahuel HuapiSightViews broaden as you climb Cerro Campanario.
Colonia SuizaNeighborhoodIt is located about 25 km from the city of San Carlos de Bariloche at the foot of Cerro López.
NeuquénSightProvince visible from the top of Cerro Campanario.
Playa BonitaSightAcross the shore from the former nuclear project.
Planeta KayakPlaceBook a summer day tour to the island.
Cascada de los DuendesTrailHiked in under 15 minutes near Lago Gutiérrez.
Refugio Frey to Refugio LopezTrailMulti-day trek past meadows and glacial lakes.
Cerro Las BuitrerasTrailLesser-known trek for seeing condors and rocks.
Estancia La LuchaPlaceContact for opening hours for Cerro Las Buitreras.
JG DeportesPlaceGrab a local route book for climbing.
Entropia EscaladaPlaceRent gear or take a beginner climbing course.
RappanuiRestaurantHas chocolate counters and a skating rink.
Mamuska’sRestaurantHas chocolate counters where you can build boxes.
Chocolates TorresRestaurantOffers seasonal, animal-shaped chocolates.
Llao Llao HotelHotelEnjoy high tea up the hill from Puerto Panuelo.
Transitando Lo NaturalPlacePrivate day tours to trails in Parque Nacional Nahuel Huapi.
Lago MorenoSight
Laguna El TrébolSight
Pablo Pontor of Parapente BRCPlace
Luciano Fiorenza of PATAGuidesPlace

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A Guide to Bariloche in Argentina’s Lake District