5 days - 4 night

Day 1 - Arrive San Carlos de Bariloche
Your will be met on arrival at Bariloche Airport by our representative, who will transfer you to your hotel. Accommodation at the hotel of your choice for 4 nights. This afternoon is yours at leisure to explore the city of Bariloche & its beautiful landscapes of Lake Nahuel Huapi & surrounding mountains.


Day 2 - Bariloche - Full day Cerro Tronador
(B) After breakfast, leave from Bariloche heading south following route 258 which passes Lakes Gutierrez & Mascardi, up to the entrance to Tronador.

On crossing the Rio Manso river bridge, we arrive at Pampa Linda, a lodge ideal for lunch.

Continuing after lunch to Ventisquero Negro, which is in fact Manso Glacier you will see the three main peaks of Argentino (3410m), International (3554m) & Chileno (3414m). After visiting Tronador, we head to Cascadas Los Alerces, a beautiful waterfall close to Lago Hess. Be ready to walk & to take lots of photographs as this alpine eco-system & wonderous Andes mountains make for compelling backdrop settings.

This day trip will have you back in San Carlos de Bariloche by approx.
18.00 hs.


Day 3 - Bariloche - Rafting in Rio Manso
(B) The Manso River runs through magnificent natural landscapes & is ideal for entry level white water rafting as it has long stretches of moderate flowing waters as well as some sharp, yet relatively modest rapids. This excursion we highly recommend it for guests of all ages.

The day excursion begins in Bariloche after breakfast from where we take route 258 south towards Lake Steffen, our ultimate destination. During the drive we will pass Lakes Gutierrez, Mascardi & Guillelmo. On reaching the Pampa del Toro depression, we turn off 10 km away from the main route & drive around Huala-hue Lagoon.

On arriving at Steffen's lakeshore the inflatable raft, paddles & safety equipment will be prepared. Prior to boarding the raft to begin this wonderful rafting experience, each individual will be handed their personal equipment including a life preserver that you will be assisted to fit properly & the guides will provide a safety demonstration to ensure all guests are familiar with the techniques of this sport.

As soon as everyone is aboard raft, a practical application demonstration will be given on paddling techniques, then we will head out into the Manso River from Lake Steffen.

The first stretch of the river is in calm, meandering waters. During this serene part of the river, your guides will undoubtedly share with everybody, their knowledge of local species of plants & animals.

Photo of the spectacular surroundings offered in this National Park are best taken on this initial stretch of the river as latter on when the river gets swifter, it may not be possible nor practical to have your camera in hand, therefore you will need to assure that it remains dry. We do recommend you have pre-purchased a suitable protective waterproof camera bag ( available in most outdoor equipment suppliers ) for this purpose.

A lunch stop will be made & a light but energy rich meal, with delicious cold cuts & a variety of fruits is available .

Once aboard & back on the water, the action begins!. Team effort & spirit are vital ingredients needed to navigate the rapids (Class II) that the Manso river presents. Near the end of the afternoon, we arrive at the old wood factory, where the raft will pull into the bank & you can disembark, stretch your legs & enjoy refreshm ents, tea/coffee & biscuits.


Day 4 - Bariloche - Horsebackriding at Fortin Chacabuco
(B) Departing in the morning in our van, we take route 237 East & drive to Fortín Chacabuco Farm. Thi historical place was the last military settlement in the Desert Campaign of 1880 when the Government forces were engaged in battle against the native Indians.

At the farm we will be greeted by the native guides (baqueanos), who have the horses ready to ride up into the arid & desolate Patagonian ´estepa´. We first ride along the Fortín Mountain slopes & likely can see Red Deer, Guanacos, Grey Fox & perhaps the "King of Air Currents" - the Andean Giant Condor who are often seen soaring on thermals that eddy around the cathedral like peaks above.

Back to the ranch, a delicious barbecue (asado criollo) awaits. This style of open fire cooking close to hot coals but without flame touching the meats is typical of Argentina. In the afternoon, time to walk around the establishment, into the sheep-shearing sheds, the horse stables & the ´gauchos´ quarters where "mate" (Argentinos typical hot beverage) is drunk.

As well another of the farm's typical activity will be on display - rodeo - with prizes for lucky one´s who manage to tumble & tie a calf. At the "matera", you can sample Argentinos´ traditional beverage ( ´mate¨) fried cakes. Mate is made from dried crushed leaves of the mate bush, then hot water is added in much the same way the English make tea. It is served in a ´mate´ cup & sipped through an ornate ( sometimes silver ) straw. Any time of the day in Argentina is ´mate´ time.

This days excursion returns to Bariloche late afternoon.Day 5 - Depart Bariloche

(B) After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your onward flight.



Included features :

· Meet, greet on arrival & transfer to hotel
· 4 nights accommodation at the hotel of your choice, Bariloche
· Meals as specified ( B - breakfast )
· Full day Cerro Tronador tour including the visit to Cascadas Los Alerces.
. Full day Rafting in Rio Manso including light lunch
. Full day Horsebackriding in Fortin Chacabuco
· Hotel to airport transfer on departure