About this experience
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 travelers to explore the lakes and mountains of Patagonia while crossing the border between Chile and Argentina.
Highlights:
1- Navigation by boat: Travelers 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.
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At a glance
- Duration: 12 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- Recommended to bring sunblock, sunglasses
What is included
- 1 carry on up 10 kg
- 1 suitcase up to 23kg
- All land and lake transfers
- Driver/guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
- The rate does not include port, migratory and/or National Parks fees.
- Boarding taxes in Puerto Pañuelo, Nahuel Huapi National Park US$3,5.- | AR$500 payable only in cash
- These values can be modified upon determination of each country's authorities.
- Everything not mentioned in this program.
- Stay at Puerto Varas, Chile
- Stay at Bariloche, Argentina
- Puerto Panuelo
Itinerary and highlights
Bariloche is the starting point of this adventure. The city is located within the Nahuel Huapi National Park. Its civic center holds traditional chocolate houses, hotels and restaurants. Bariloche has great attractions, both in winter and in summer.
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 kilometers far from Bariloche.
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.
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 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.
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 recognized as the most sustainable location in Chile.
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, travelers can see some waterfalls and three snowy peaks: Mount Tronador and the volcanoes Osorno and Puntiagudo.
The final destination is the wonderful Puerto Varas City in Chile, near Puerto Montt. You will find Frutillar nearby; a city of German pioneers who have replicate their particular lifestyle, their customs and their cultural baggage in these lands; and volcanoes showing their dramatic beauty such as the Osorno and Calbuco. Enjoy the international gastronomy, the famous Chilean wine, and the starry nights that are spectacle worth admiring.
Meeting and pickup information
- Turisur Office: Puerto Pañuelo
- Turisur Office: Mitre 150
- Av. Bustillo km. 2,5 *Ref. Hotel Design – Villa Huinid Av. Bustillo Km. 7 *Ref: Hotel Nido del Cóndor – Rochester – Lirolay *Ref: There is a Stop at the nearest roadway to the above-mentioned hotels.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Audio
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Audio
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Cruce Andino
Accessibility and practical details
- 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
- Recommended to bring sunblock, sunglasses
- Recommended to wear comfortable shoes and waterproof clothing
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Av. Bustillo Km. 7 *Ref: Hotel Nido del Cóndor – Rochester – Lirolay
*Ref: There is a Stop at the nearest roadway to the above-mentioned hotels.
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