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Bariloche, Argentina
Catamaran Lagos Andinos, Lago Todos los Santos, Chile
Catamaran Lagos Andinos, Lago Todos los Santos, Chile
Bus trayecto Puerto Varas, Chile
Lago Nahuel Huapi, Argentina

OneWay Journey: Puerto Varas, Chile to Bariloche, Argentina

By Cruce Andino
9 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$614 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 12h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

It is a scenic and tourist route that connects the cities of Puerto Varas in Chile and San Carlos de Bariloche in Argentina through the Andes, a mountain range that runs through South America. This trip allows travellers to explore the lakes and mountains of Patagonia while crossing the border between Chile and Argentina.
Highlights:
1- Navigation by boat: Travellers cross 3 lakes; 2 Argentinean lakes and 1 Chilean lake.
Nahuel Huapi Lake, Frias Lake and Todos los Santos Lake.
2- Bus ride: Each lake is connected by 4 overland routes, scenic routes that pass through places of natural interest such as forests and waterfalls. The following points are connected by bus: Bariloche-Puerto Pañuelo, Puerto Blest-Puerto Alegre, Puerto Frías-Peulla and Petrohué-Puerto Varas.
Throughout the trip you will enjoy panoramic views, rainforest and the chance to explore the wildlife, gastronomy and local culture on both sides of the border.
Come and live the experience, we are waiting for you!

Activity location

  • Puerto Varas
    • Puerto Varas, Chile

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Petrohue
    • Petrohue, Los Lagos, Chile

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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OneWay Journey: Puerto Varas, Chile to Bariloche, Argentina
  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h12h
  • English
Starting time: 8:00 am
Price details
AU$613.62 x 1 AdultAU$613.62
Total
Price is AU$613.62
Until Wed, 22 Jan

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included1 suitcase up to 23kg
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll land and lake transfers
  • What's includedWhat's includedDriver/guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTours in Peulla
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedThe rate does not include port, migratory and/or National Parks fees
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAdmission to the Falls of Petrohué USD$9
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedThese values can be modified upon determination of each country's authorities
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedEverything not mentioned in this programme
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedStay in Bariloche, Argentina
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedStay in Puerto Varas, Chile

Know before you book

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants

Activity itinerary

Puerto Varas
  • 1h
It is the touristic capital of southern Chile. This city holds an unmistakable German influence, with its maximum exponent in the traditional architecture of wooden houses built with larch tiles. It is located on the shores of Lake Llanquihue, the second largest lake in the country.
Saltos del Petrohue
  • 40m
  • Admission ticket not included
The Petrohué Waterfalls are a series of waterfalls and rapids located in the Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, in the Los Lagos region of Chile. They are one of the most popular natural attractions in the area and offer a visually stunning experience surrounded by lush nature.
Lago Todos Los Santos
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
The large hills with their evergreen forests surround the landscape for about two hours of sailing in beautiful emerald waters. From the deck of the catamaran, travellers can see some waterfalls and three snowy peaks: Mount Tronador and the volcanoes Osorno and Puntiagudo.
Peulla
  • 2h
In Peulla is a place for lunch, during the trip, the price is not included (US$25 per person.) Villa Peulla, It is a small ecological village, which was recognised as the most sustainable location in Chile.
Puerto Frías
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Lago Frias, the smallest of the three lakes on the route. Procedures for crossing the border Chile-Argentina are made at this point. Of glacial origin, bringing meltwater that gives it its green-turquoise tones.
Puerto Blest y Cascada de los Cantaro (Pass by)
This landscape is a magnificent mixture of native forests and Patagonian canals. At this point, the green waters of the Frías River join the blue waters of Lake Nahuel Huapi. Travellers may see a dense forest, the Valdivian Forest (few locations holding a cold forest worldwide).
Lago Nahuel Huapi
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
The area around the lake is home to a variety of landscapes, sunsets, birds and wildlife, including condors, eagles, deer and more. Bring binoculars and a camera to capture the natural beauty.
Puerto Panuelo
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
It is a lakeside port for passengers, located in the middle of the route between Puerto Blest and the city of Bariloche. It is exactly 25 kilometres far from Bariloche. This port is part of the tourist infrastructure of Nahuel Huapi National Park.
SAN CARLOS DE BARILOCHE
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
The final destination is the beautiful city of the Andean Patagonia, San Carlos de Bariloche. This is a touristic City of Swiss architecture and exquisite cuisine. Land of barbeques, chocolates, museums and warm people, all framed in a scenery of beautiful nature. The surroundings of the city: the Short Circuit, The Seven Lakes, Pampa Linda and Monte Tronador. Visit the various museums of the area, which will undoubtedly offer stories for all tastes and interests. In winter, many visitors come to take advantage of the snowy season for snowboarding, skiing, polo and other snow activities. In the summer there are fishing, trekking, horseback riding, rafting and mountain climbing.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESPuerto Varas
    • Puerto Varas, Chile

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEPetrohue
    • Petrohue, Los Lagos, Chile
  • PEOPLEPEOPLEPuerto Varas
    • Puerto Varas, Chile

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