The 15 Best Bariloche Tours & Lake Circuits

1.7 Lakes & San Martin de Los Andes Road Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 624 reviews · 10 hours · from $100Our pick

Spend a long but beautiful day on Route 40, stopping at the Seven Lakes viewpoints, Villa La Angostura, and San Martín de los Andes. Guides such as Isis, Freddy, Matias, and Deborah have been praised for clear English and Spanish commentary. Expect about 400 kilometers of driving, short photo stops, and free time for lunch.

“We left early in the morning at the time forecasted. Bus was very comfortable and the day was clear and fresh. No surprises. Along the way Diego was always attentive to details, explaining all aspects along the road. Lots and lots of interesting details were share during the trip.”

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2.Circuito Chico with optional Cerro Catedral

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 316 reviews · 4 - 8 hours · from $38

Explore Bariloche’s Circuito Chico by van with stops at Cerro Campanario, Llao Llao Hotel, and Punto Panorámico. Add Cerro Catedral when available. Guides such as Diego, Freddy, Santi, and Deborah explain the scenery in Spanish, English, or Portuguese. Hotel pickup, drop-off, and insurance are included, while park entry and the Campanario ascent cost extra.

“I loved the guide and the weather was a bit uncooperative at first, but we had a great time!”

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3.German Immigration and History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 169 reviews · 1h 30m · from $41

Walk 1 kilometer from Bariloche’s Civic Center into the German neighborhood with Diego or another bilingual guide. Visit the German School, Andean Club, Belgrano Square, and Erich Priebke’s former home while learning how three waves of German immigration shaped the city and separated fact from Patagonia myths.

“Diego was an excellent guide and knew his subject in depth. He was able to fully answer ad hoc questions and his style was hugely engaging. Would highly recommend this tour and Diego as a guide”

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4.San Martín de los Andes por 7 Lagos

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 155 reviews · 10 hours · from $65

Leave Bariloche at 8 AM for a Spanish-guided day along Route 40. Stop in Villa La Angostura, walk beside the Seven Lakes, and reach San Martín de los Andes for free time and lunch. Stella is one guide praised for her clear explanations. Return by about 6:30 PM.

“A guia Stella muito atenciosamente explicou tudo sobre a região.”

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5.Circuito Chico

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 146 reviews · 4 hours · from $29

Travel from Bariloche around Lake Nahuel Huapi, Playa Bonita, Cerro Campanario, the Llao Llao peninsula, and Lake Moreno. A Spanish-speaking guide such as Celeste leads the four-hour route, with hotel pickup and drop-off included. The chairlift to Cerro Campanario is optional and costs extra.

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6.Bariloche Small Circuit: Mt Campanario and Llao Llao Peninsula

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 142 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $25Best value

Spend about four hours touring Bariloche’s Circuito Chico, Lake Nahuel Huapi, San Eduardo Chapel, Puerto Pañuelo, Llao Llao Peninsula, and Mt Campanario. A guide such as Mario, Paz, or Santi may lead the group in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. The Campanario chairlift costs extra, but its summit views are the tour’s main event.

“Santi was a great tour guide. We loved his energy and kindness. He told us cool facts along the way and introduced us to traditional drinking, mate. We enjoyed our day very much, and he also took great pictures. We highly recommend this tour.”

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7.Fly Fishing Trips in Bariloche

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 137 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) Top rated

Join Trout Bariloche for a private fly-fishing day on the Limay or Manso rivers. Juan and the guiding team provide Orvis gear, boat transport, patient instruction, snacks, and drinks. Full-day trips include an Argentine steak lunch with Malbec by the river. Hotel pickup starts at 8 a.m.

“The guide was awesome! The shore lunch was fabulous and fishing good. Bariloche Trout was dependable and picked us up and returned us to our Airbnb. The scenery and river are gorgeous.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 130 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Spend about 10.5 hours driving from Bariloche to San Martín de los Andes along the Seven Lakes Route. Expect forest, mountain, river, and lake views, photo stops, lunch time, and a guide in Spanish, Portuguese, or English. Guides such as Rody and Valentin have earned special praise, but confirm your language and pickup details before departure.

“The tour bring us to some fantastic sences close to Bariloche. The guide is very help and friendly. She did a good job”

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9.San Martin de los Andes by Seven Lakes Road from Bariloche

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 101 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $79

Ride from Bariloche to San Martín de los Andes along the Seven Lakes Road, stopping at Villa La Angostura, Mirador del Limay, Lago Espejo, and Lago Correntoso. You’ll have about three hours in town for lunch and shopping. Guides such as Cinthia, Fabián, Natalio, and Matías have earned praise, but English service and vehicle comfort can vary.

“This is a great relaxing all day trip to see seven lakes and beautiful sceneries across Lanin and Nahuel Huapi national park. San Martin de los Andes is a beautiful town like towns in Europe with great lunch options.”

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10.Trekking day in the mountains close to Bariloche

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 94 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $140

Spend 6 to 8 hours hiking near Bariloche with a private guide such as Juan, Camila, Roberto, or Juan Carlos. Your guide chooses the trail to suit your fitness, experience, weather, and interests. Hotel pickup, transport, lunch, water, and safety equipment are included, with routes such as Cerro Goye and Buena Vista possible.

“Camila led my husband and me on the perfect hike for both the weather conditions and our fitness levels. It was unseasonably hot during our time in Bariloche, so she and Juan Carlos chose Cerro Goye for our hike since it is mostly shaded. (Juan Carlos was also super helpful and communicative throughout the booking process). From the moment Camila picked us up at our hotel, she was kind, professional, and helpful, offering tips on how to approach certain parts of the hike, proper form for heading back down, and other information about Bariloche. At the top, she gave us some great sandwiches, sweet treats, and mate. When we finished…”

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11.Half a day of kayaking on Lake Moreno in private service

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $150

You’ll paddle Lake Moreno with a private guide after a safety talk and technique lesson. The route begins at Arroyo Angostura and includes views of Cerro López, Cerro Bella Vista, Llao Llao Hill, Rabbit Island, and Hotel Llao Llao. Transport from Bariloche includes Circuito Chico sights, with time for local snacks and yerba mate.

“Fabulous trip. We loved our guides, and the beauty of the surrounding area. I would definitely recommend this tour if you love the outdoors.”

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12.Circuito Chico and Campanario Hill

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 83 reviews · 4 hours · from $60

Join a Spanish, Portuguese, or English-speaking guide for a four-hour van tour from central Bariloche. You’ll see Cerro Campanario, St. Edward’s Chapel, the Llao Llao Hotel, Puerto Pañuelo, Moreno Lake, and the Angostura Bridge. The chairlift costs about $15 extra. Guides Yuma and Sinta have earned particular praise for their care and service.

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13.Bariloche Horseback Riding & Traditional Argentine Barbecue Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 73 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $204

Ride for two hours with gauchos at San Ramón Ranch, about 45 to 60 minutes east of Bariloche. Beginners receive simple riding instructions and calm horses, while experienced riders can enjoy the Patagonian foothills, forests, lake, and steppe. Host Nico helps with the ranch experience, followed by an asado, wine, and dessert.

“Very good time! The staff is very nice. The food was delicious. Best steak and chorizo we have had in Argentina.”

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14.Private Transfer from the Airport to Bariloche Center

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 73 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.)

Meet Gerardo de los Cerros at San Carlos de Bariloche Airport for a private ride to your hotel in the city center, Llao Llao, or Cathedral Villa. Your driver provides local advice during the 1 to 2 hour transfer, then returns you to the airport for your flight home. The service costs $65 per group of up to four.

“Driver arrived right on time to transport us to the airport. The process to book was easy and everything was confirmed the night before.”

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15.Half-Day Small Circuit Tour with Mount Campanario

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 64 reviews · 4 hours · from $60

Ride from central Bariloche along Nahuel Huapi Lake, stop at Cerro Campanario and Punto Panorámico, and see Llao Llao, Puerto Pañuelo, Villa Tacul, and Laguna El Trébol. English, Spanish, and Portuguese guides are available. The Campanario chairlift costs extra.

“If you only have a little time on your hands, this tour is perfect!!! The scenery was gorgeous! Our tour guide Cintia was so knowledgeable and also very captivating when she spoke. Her English was perfect and she did a great job translating between Spanish and English. We stopped twice for bathroom breaks and to go up the chairlift. The second place was that made rosehip oils. The employees were very nice and did not push a sale however, I would recommend getting the rosehip oil if you’re into skin care. The tea was also very good. Carlos was our driver and he was very safe and careful on the…”

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