San Carlos de Bariloche, mostly known as Bariloche is located in the Argentine Patagonia. It is a small city inspired by Swedish designs located between the Andes mountain range and Lake Nahuel Huapi. During the winter months it stands out for the sky and snowboarding. However, it offers lots of activities to do during the summer including hiking, horseback riding, cycling in the mountains, and more.
In this article, we are going to see some of the activities and destinations that you cannot ignore on your next trip to Bariloche.
Cerro Catedral
Cerro Catedral is one of the most recognized resorts in South America. It offers various activities depending on the time of the visit, and its top offers beautiful views and a restaurant inspired by winter sports.
It is located 12 miles from the center of Bariloche and can be easily reached by bus. To go up, there are two options: taking a walk on the trails or using the chairlift. Remember that you will have to climb up approximately 6500 feet, so if you decide to do it on foot, take some supplies with you and prepare in advance.
Islas Victoria y Bosque de Arrayanes
To get to Victoria Island and the Arrayanes Forest, the only way is to take a boat that leaves from Pañuelo port. It takes 1 hour to go there and 1 hour to get back. The forest is full of centuries-old trees called Arrayanes.
After the tour through the forest, the boat usually heads to Victoria Island and disembarks at Puerto Anchoren,a where you can walk and relax contemplating the natural landscapes.
San Martín de los Andes
In San Martín de los Andes you can find the famous Road of the Seven Lakes, which has a length of 62 miles. Each of these lakes has a different color and temperature.
The town of San Martín de los Andes is small and quiet. You can enjoy different options for the accommodation and cuisine, as well as activities such as kayaking or swimming.
Cerro Tronador
Cerro Tronador (from Spanish tronar: the one who thunders) is a volcano that, though active, has not erupted for more than 10,000 years. It gets its name from the sound that the ice blocks from its the top produce when they fall. It is located in a border zone between Chile and Argentina. It has 8 glaciers and 3,400 meters high.
Bahía Serena Beach
Bahía Serena beach is located about 7 miles from the center of Bariloche, on the shores of Nahuel Huapi. As the name implies, it is a serene place, and it has real sand, not a mixture of rocks. At this destination, you can rent kayaks or simply spend your time in the sun.
Conclusions
San Carlos de Bariloche has a lot to offer. In this article, we reviewed some of the many activities that can be done in the sorroundings of the city. Later on, we will focus on the attractions in the civic center.
We hope this guide will be useful when planning your next trip. Also, remember that we are available to solve your doubts directly.
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