San Carlos de Bariloche

Argentina

"Lakes, Mountains & Chocolate in Patagonia"

San Carlos de Bariloche sits on the shore of glacial Nahuel Huapi Lake, surrounded by forested peaks of the Andes. The Circuito Chico drive passes the iconic Llao Llao Hotel and viewpoints like Cerro Campanario, while lake cruises reach Isla Victoria and the Arrayanes forest. Winter brings skiing at Cerro Catedral, and summer is ideal for hiking, kayaking, and fishing. The town's Swiss-style center is known for chocolate shops, craft beer, and Patagonian lamb.

Nahuel Huapi Lake, Circuito Chico, Cerro Campanario chairlift, Llao Llao Hotel, Cerro Catedral, Isla Victoria & Arrayanes Forest, Civic Centre, Route of the Seven Lakes

December–March (summer) & July–August (ski)

Rent a car for Circuito Chico and the Seven Lakes route; ski season peaks in July school holidays; try the chocolate shops on Calle Mitre

Pair with Buenos Aires and Mendoza for a classic Argentina itinerary. Strong honeymoon option with the Llao Llao resort.

📍 Llao Llao Peninsula and Nahuel Huapi Lake with Andes peaks near Bariloche