{"id":27456,"date":"2019-10-29T10:09:29","date_gmt":"2019-10-29T09:09:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/?p=27456"},"modified":"2020-05-22T14:38:25","modified_gmt":"2020-05-22T12:38:25","slug":"bariloche-best-free-hikes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/2019\/10\/bariloche-best-free-hikes\/","title":{"rendered":"Bariloche\u2019s Best Free Hikes"},"content":{"rendered":"

At the base of the Andes, between stunning lakes and picturesque towns, enjoy the Top 5 free hikes in Bariloche, Argentina<\/h2>\n

Bariloche<\/strong> (full name, San Carlos de Bariloche) is an Argentinian city<\/strong> situated in the Rio Negro<\/strong> province. Nestled at the base of the Andes<\/strong>, and hugging the shore of Lake Nahuel Haupi<\/strong>, it is a beautifully picturesque town that has much to offer intrepid visitors who make it this far.<\/p>\n

Its Alpine-style town<\/strong> planning has attracted visitors for generations, and it is known as a major tourist resort within Argentina<\/strong> and South America, attracting visitors with its offering\u00a0of tremendous skiing, trekking trails,\u00a0<\/strong>and mountain climbing<\/a><\/strong> opportunities.<\/p>\n

The town itself attracts visitors of a less energetic nature too with its abundance of high-quality restaurants<\/strong> and cafes. It truly is an Argentinian gem with a distinctly European flavor.<\/p>\n

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Photo by Geronimo Giqueaux on Unsplash<\/div><\/div>\n

Bariloche is famous for its variety of walks<\/a><\/strong> and hiking trails, ranging from the leisurely serene to the heart-stopping.<\/p>\n

Here is just a small collection of the best<\/strong> the region has to offer:<\/p>\n

Laguna Negra, Refugio Italia<\/h2>\n

This is a high-difficulty trail that takes 5 hours to complete just the 14 kilometers it takes to\u00a0go one way, so bear that in mind before setting off. Id you are able for it, though, it is\u00a0definitely worth it as you climb through a forest valley along the River Goye<\/strong> before reaching\u00a0your climb up Refugio Italia. The views are something to behold and is somewhat off the\u00a0crowded trails, so you can certainly get some solitude which can be hard to find in\u00a0Patagonia.
\nIt may not be easy for everyone, but if you are looking for a challenge, Laguna Negra<\/strong>,\u00a0Refugio Italia could be the one that ticks all your boxes.<\/p>\n

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Laguna Negra. photo by Victor Salvador Vilari\u00f1o, via Wikipedia<\/div><\/div>\n

Bahia de los Troncos<\/h2>\n

A much easier hike<\/strong>, Bahia los Troncos<\/em> allows you to enjoy the stunning scenery of northern\u00a0Patagonia and is easily accessible from Bariloche. Again it will not be overrun with walkers,\u00a0and you absolutely must pack swimming gear so you can enjoy the crystal blue waters of\u00a0Lake Nahuel Haupi<\/strong>. All you need is a spare couple of hours to complete the hike, and you\u00a0can be back in Bariloche<\/strong> sipping the city\u2019s famous hot chocolate in no time.<\/p>\n

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Lake Nahuel Haupi, photo by EdButta, via wikipedia<\/div><\/div>\n

Refugio Frey<\/h2>\n

This is one of the most popular hikes in Patagonia<\/strong>, and although you may be a little put off\u00a0by the numbers of hikers who are started to it, Refugio Frey is just too good to ignore.
\nSitting on a stunning lake<\/strong> which takes about 4 hours of cliff-top walking to access (with the\u00a0accompanying gob-smacking views, naturally), you must also pass through thick forest,\u00a0giving you an idea of the rich natural diversity of the region. Please note it is medium\u00a0difficulty in nature, and the full round-trip could take up to seven hours, so it\u2019s not for the\u00a0fainthearted, but the climbs are not too arduous either. You simply can\u2019t ignore this Bariloche<\/strong> jewel, though.<\/p>\n

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Bariloche, via wikimedia<\/div><\/div>\n

Cerro Campanario<\/h2>\n

Unbelievable views are a feature of hikes near Bariloche, and this choice is no exception, offering incredible vistas of Lake Nahuel Haupi<\/strong>, and Lake Perito Moreno<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

This is only a quick hike (you can complete it comfortably in under an hour) so you could conceivably squeeze in before breakfast, and is accessible by the chairlift should you choose to use it, but there is definitely more of a sense of achievement if you don\u2019t. It\u2019s steep, but short, and can get the blood pumping at the start of another wonderful day in the Bariloche region<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Lake Nahuel Haupi, photo via https:\/\/www.goodfreephotos.com<\/div><\/div>\n

Cerro Lao Lao<\/h2>\n

This is an easy-to-medium difficulty level day hike<\/strong>, so is good for those who wish to exert themselves a little bit, but the climbs themselves are not too strenuous, and the views of Lake Nahuel Haupi<\/strong> at the top are something to behold. You can even stop at a beautiful beach at Villa Tacul<\/strong> on the way back down.<\/p>\n

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Villa Tacul, Bariloche, Argentina, photo by Adrian Bona, via Wikimedia<\/div><\/div>\n

Cover image: photo by Danielle Pereira, via flickr<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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