BARILOCHE WELCOME HIKE
A soft trek for forest and hiking lovers. Breathtaking views together with the magic of the Andean-Patagonian forests will encompass this one-of-a-kind approach to local nature. Departing from hotel, we border Nahuel Huapi Lake driving along a scenic paved road heading west to Llao Llao Municipal Park where we’ll be able to enjoy various circuits. For those wishing to experience soft slope trails we offer a 60-minute hike through the forests featuring different species of trees; myrtle, coihue, ñire, maiten, lenga and larch. We’ll be able to discover hidden beaches, learn about local flora and watch some of the 87 species of identified birds in the area. For those wishing to experience a more demanding hike, we offer an ascent through a mild slope to Cerro Llao Llao, a 60-minute hike to a natural viewpoint featuring breathtaking panoramic views of Tristeza and Blest lake branches and North of Nahuel Huapi Lake as well as the local forests. A rewarding snack will be served at this point before our return to the starting point where a vehicle will be waiting to drive you back to your hotel.
Parque das Aves is an internationally recognized rescue and conservation centre for birds, located in the middle of the rich and exuberant Atlantic Rainforest, neighbor of the Iguaçu National Park. Backstage Experience is your opportunity to have a look during a tour that lasts 1 ½ hours. It includes access to restricted areas and the privileged contact with some birds, featuring feeding of toucans and other species and the opportunity to better understand the conservation and rescue programs at Parque das Aves. Visit includes Baby Station (get to know a baby bird and understand how the incubation room works), Psittacine training (learn about the importance of training for birds and the technical team) and Toucan feeding (join our technical team in feeding toucans) At the end of the experience, you will be taken to an outdoor deck in the middle of a butterfly garden, and have the privilege of interacting with a macaw and getting to know a boa constrictor, as well as refreshing yourself with seasonal drinks and fruits. Since animal welfare is our absolute priority, the content of the tours can vary without further notice.
Very early in the morning we depart from the meeting point, with a 50 km route to the south of Punta Arenas. The Kayak with Whales begins with a navigation to the landing point with the kayaks, in order to be able to paddle alongside the humpback whales, present in this place during the season. Likewise, within the Francisco Coloane marine park, we can see different animals such as sea lions, petrels, cormorants and southern dolphins, among others. All within the majestic Patagonian landscape with mountains, glaciers and forests... At the end, we will begin the return trip to Punta Arenas, where the excursion ends.