OneWay Journey: from Bariloche, Argentina to Puerto Varas, Chile

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About this activity

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 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 14 people
People per booking: 1–14
Guide: Portuguese, English, Spanish
Audio guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Cruce Andino

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: 1 carry on up 10 kg
Included: 1 suitcase up to 23kg
Included: All land and lake transfers
Included: Driver/guide

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: The rate does not include port, migratory and/or National Parks fees.
Not included: Boarding taxes in Puerto Pañuelo, Nahuel Huapi National Park US$3,5.- | AR$500 payable only in cash
Not included: These values can be modified upon determination of each country's authorities.
Not included: Everything not mentioned in this program.
Not included: Stay at Puerto Varas, Chile
Not included: Stay at Bariloche, Argentina
Not included: Entrance fees: Puerto Panuelo

Itinerary

Stop 1

one hour Admission included

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.
Puerto Panuelo

one hour Admission not 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 kilometers far from Bariloche.
Lago Nahuel Huapi

2 hours Admission 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 Blest & Cascada de los Cantaros

Passing 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).
Stop 5

20 min Admission 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.
Peulla

2 hours

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.
Lago Todos Los Santos

2 hours Admission 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, travelers can see some waterfalls and three snowy peaks: Mount Tronador and the volcanoes Osorno and Puntiagudo.
Puerto Varas

one hour

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 point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Turisur Office: Puerto Pañuelo
Turisur Office: Mitre 150

End point

Turistour Office: Del Salvador 72

Pickup points

Hotel Tres Reyes
Cacique Inacayal Lake & Spa Hotel
NH Bariloche Edelweiss
Sheraton Bariloche Hotel

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.

Using your ticket

REQUIREMENTS BEFORE TRAVELLING CHECK-IN AND TICKETING FOR CRUCE ANDINO

Check-in must be done in person. The passenger shall bring all the travel documents required to enter the country.
The check-in can be done from 48 hours before the date of travel at 09:00 hrs. up to the day before the trip at 17:00 hrs in the local offices. The information requested by Migrations of each country will be then confirmed and the Andean Crossing ticket will be delivered.

•Office of Bariloche: Mitre 150

If the passenger cannot attend in person, he must send a scanned copy of the passport or travel document to the local Andean Crossing Office according to his/her travel origin:

For trips beginning in Bariloche: [email protected]

Passengers who have not checked in in person or emailed a scanned copy of the travel document will not be allowed to travel.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

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