What to do and see in San Carlos de Bariloche, Patagonia: The Best Sightseeing Tours

December 13, 2021 Sheron Bogner

Nipping at the ankles of the Andes, San Carlos is a world-renowned ski destination, set in a landscape offering all the natural wonders of Argentina. Visitors can experience snow, lakes and peaceful beaches, along with vibrant nightclubs and gourmet cuisine. Throughout the year, the area hosts several music festivals, art exhibitions, expositions and conventions.
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1. Your private transport and Tour guide for Circuito Chico Half Day.

San Carlos de Bariloche, Río Negro, Argentina Cabure Turismo
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Explore Bariloche Circuito Chico area, Lake Nahuel Huapi, Lake Moreno and Llao llao area. Combine the scenic views with cultural and historic information given by your local profesional tour guide. Delve into the best views by visiting several panoramic stops, incluiding a stop at the base of the Campanario Chairlift to give you the option of taking the lift to the top and have a bigger view of the National Park Nahuel Huapi. Learn about the local flora, fauna and birdlife living in the Patagonian forest in an easy hike in the Llao llao area. Deepen your knowledge of the local culinary and cultural traditions and enjoy personalized attention from your guide on this private tour.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, hotel in city area, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Entrance fees, chairlift Campanario

Reviewed By Jim M

Georgina led us on a lovely hike in the municipal park above Llao Llao. She was knowledgeable about the plants and animals in the area and was very sensitive to our needs along the way.

2. MotoTour Bariloche

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This Tour is totally unique! We take the traveler as a companion on the motorcycle ("Mototaxi" style). Or if you had a motorcycle, we will guide you through the region. It is totally new! There are no motorcycle tours of that kind in the entire region. It is a totally new way of observing nature, of living, seeing and smelling landscapes. To feel the wind, to feel the smells. To be able to feel the curves of a route or the 360 vision (towards the sides and up and down). Riding a motorcycle is living nature from the inside. This excursion has all the adventure that involves riding a motorcycle. It is totally unique. I am the pioneer of this new idea in the region and I am very happy about that.

Inclusions: Mate and Cookies, Motorcycle helmet, gloves and coat if necessary

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3. Villa La Angostura Day Trip from Bariloche

San Carlos de Bariloche, Río Negro, Argentina Gray Line Argentina
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Relax in the tranquil landscape of Villa La Angostura, a pristine mountain village in northern Patagonia. On this day trip from San Carlos de Bariloche, surround yourself in the beauty of nature amid gorgeous lakes, mountain streams and charming wooden chalets. Travel by coach with onboard commentary, and discover nature’s splendor as you stroll around this popular mountain getaway, situated on the shores of Nahuel Haupi Lake. This tour operates with a maximum of 10 people, ensuring you’ll enjoy a small-group experience with your informative guide.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off from most downtown Bariloche hotels

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By l_vav2016

Nice location and pretty sights. Be prepared to pick up tickets from the agency ahead of time, then you’re just one of many (100?) people on the excursion. If possible, buy the boat ride tickets from the ferry terminal and save $$$.

4. San Martín de los Andes by The 7 Lakes Route

San Carlos de Bariloche, Río Negro, Argentina Gray Line Argentina
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Enjoy this 6-hour tour winding through forests, rivers, streams, lakes and beaches. This beautiful tour will help introduce you to the beauty of the area and see why Bariloche is called the lakes region of Patagonia.

Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop-off, Spanish-English speaking guide

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By l_vav2016

Nice location and pretty sights. Be prepared to pick up tickets from the agency ahead of time, then you’re just one of many (100?) people on the excursion. If possible, buy the boat ride tickets from the ferry terminal and save $$$.

5. Cerro Otto Cable Car

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Just 5km from the city, live and enjoy the mountains. Reach the top in comfortable cable cars. This modern means of elevation made up of panoramic gondolas with capacity for four passengers each, will take you from the lower station to the top of Cerro Otto, at 1405m.s.n.m. and it will allow you to enjoy the spectacular scenery at all times of the year.

Inclusions: Ascent by cable car

Exclusions: Snacks

6. Half Day Small Circuit Tour: Mt Campanario and Llao Llao Peninsula

San Carlos de Bariloche, Río Negro, Argentina Gray Line Argentina
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It is almost compulsory that the first excursion done in Bariloche is the famous Circuito Chico, not only because it shows such an abundance of the places in the mountain range, but also because visitors see and fall in love with this city immediately!

Inclusions: Round-trip Transfers from Bariloche Downtown Hotels, Spanish-English speaking guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and Beverages, Optional Guide Gratuities, Chair Lift to Mt Campanario

Reviewed By l_vav2016

Nice location and pretty sights. Be prepared to pick up tickets from the agency ahead of time, then you’re just one of many (100?) people on the excursion. If possible, buy the boat ride tickets from the ferry terminal and save $$$.

7. Boat Trip to Victoria Island and the Arrayanes Forest

San Carlos de Bariloche, Río Negro, Argentina Gray Line Argentina
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Explore the natural landscapes of Victoria Island on a journey from Puerto Pañuelo, a lake harbor located just outside of Bariloche. You'll take a 30-minute cruise across Lake Nahuel Huapi to the Quetrihue peninsula, seat of the Arrayanes Forest located northeast of the Lake . Round-trip hotel transport included.

Inclusions: Round-trip transfer from Bariloche hotels, Guide

Exclusions: Food and beverages, Port taxes (USD 3), National park entrance fee (USD 8), Gratuities

Reviewed By GreasyFart2

The guide was very accomodating. I would highly recommend, as I was the only English speaker on the trip. The views were incredible.

8. Private Tour: Bariloche Sightseeing Tour with Lunch

Tangol Bariloche

This beautiful private tour will take you to the surroundings of Bariloche for a 6 hours tour. Drive along Nahuel Huapi Lake, stopping at multiple scenic viewpoints where you can snap photos of the surrounding alpine scenery. You'll experience the breathtaking natural highlights of the Lakes District, as well as architect Alejandro Bustillo's masterpieces, always accompanied by your private bilingual guide.  You'll have a beer tasting and lunch in a local brewery and you will learn more about the local culture and gastronomy. You will discover the history and nature of Bariloche, while discovering the main spots if Bariloche, on an exclusive tour, riding a private vehicle.

Inclusions: Lunch, Beer tasting, Driver, Professional & Private guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities, National Park fees

Reviewed By jakemeegs

Whole experience was great, bit of confusion with the pickup but the whole ranch and horseback riding experience was amazing, views not to be missed, highlight of my South America tour. Guides are quite quiet due to language barrier so try keep up with an English speaking guide if necessary but didn't take from the views and scenery.

9. Arrival Private Transfer Bariloche Airport BRC to Bariloche City by Minivan

EUROPE SHUTTLE Bariloche, Argentina

Why spend your precious time waiting in long shuttle or taxi lines. Avoid the language barrier and currency exchange. Travel in style from  San Carlos de Bariloche, Luis Candelaria Airport to your Hotel in San Carlos de Bariloche City Center by private vehicle and reach your final destination relaxed and refreshed.

Inclusions: Minivan Mercedes Sprinter or similar, Meet & Greet by professional Chauffeur, All airport taxes, 60 minutes parking fees and handling charges, Bottled water, One-way private transfer

Exclusions: Excess luggage charges (where applicable), Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

10. Coasts of Nahuel and Panoramic Views (Regular)

Francisco Perito Moreno 234, San Carlos de Bariloche, Río Negro, Argentina Gerardo de los Cerros

In a journey of 60 kilometers we travel the natural environment and the wonderful landscapes of San Carlos de Bariloche. We take Av. Ezequiel Bustillo and at kilometer 17 you will find Cerro Campanario with an incredible panoramic view from the summit of all the surrounding lakes and hills (optional ascent). At kilometer 25 you can see the Llao Llao Hotel, an icon of Bariloche, as well as the San Eduardo Chapel and Puerto Pañuelo. The walk continues through the Llao Llao Municipal Park, the crossing of the Angostura Bridge, where the Moreno and Huapi lakes meet, and the view of Lopez Bay and the Capilla Hill. Below is one of the most important Panoramic Points of the circuit. From there, the Llao Llao Peninsula can be seen jointly from another angle. A classic Bariloche postcard. To conclude, you have to cross the Moreno Lake bridge and then visualize El Trébol Lagoon. Then the Bustillo Avenue is resumed and the center is returned to the center.

Inclusions: Certified Guide

Exclusions: Chairlift tickets at Cerro Campanario (optional)

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