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Tours and Activities

  Ancient Patagonian Cypress Forest    Ancient Patagonian Cypress Forest
Los Alerces National Park is one of the largest natural wealth near the town of El Bolsón and the City of Esquel, which preserves the oldest living tree species in Argentina.
Ancient Patagonian Cypress Forest
  Horseback Ride along the Azul River   Horseback Ride along the Azul River
The Azul River (“Blue River”) runs surrounded by a giant rocky wall. As we climbed up the mountain on horseback in search of a murmuring sound, we admired a stunning landscape.
Horseback Ride along the Azul River
  Proposals for a Good Table at El Bolsón   Proposals for a Good Table at El Bolsón
El Bolsón, as core of the Andean shire, offers Patagonian cuisine with a style of its own. During our visit, we chose to visit two venues where kind assistance and an excellent menu made us enjoy a good table.
Proposals for a Good Table at El Bolsón
  Traveling along the Rails of the Past   Traveling along the Rails of the Past
We traveled on a train from the early XX century. From El Maitén we left towards the vastness of the Patagonian steppe on the Old Patagonian Express the “Trochita”.
Traveling along the Rails of the Past
  Paragliding at Mount Piltriquitrón   Paragliding at Mount Piltriquitrón
As if we were birds, we soared around El Bolsón amongst mountains and breathtaking valleys. We will never forget the feeling of floating through the air...
Paragliding at Mount Piltriquitrón
  Excursion along Nature`s profiles   Excursion along Nature`s profiles
On horseback, we slowly approach the Azul River valley viewpoint, letting ourselves be surprised by a rocky formation known as Cabeza de Indio.
Excursion along Nature`s profiles
  Powerful Mount Piltriquitrón   Powerful Mount Piltriquitrón
Its viewpoints with panoramic sights, its multi-colored forests or an energetic hike around the mountain are enough enticement to go up the “Piltri”...
Powerful Mount Piltriquitrón
  The Park Surrounding Lake Puelo   The Park Surrounding Lake Puelo
Lago Puelo National Park is one of the most beautiful and unique reserves in Patagonia. Its aim is to protect the autochthonous endangered species. We highly recommend a visit to this park.
The Park Surrounding Lake Puelo
  Where There Was Fire, Art Emerged   Where There Was Fire, Art Emerged
On one of the Mount Piltriquitrón slopes, a few kilometers from El Bolsón downtown, we visited an outdoor art gallery. A fire in the forest originated this particular resource.
Where There Was Fire, Art Emerged
  Handcrafted Color at El Bolsón Market   Handcrafted Color at El Bolsón Market
The meeting point is in the heart of El Bolsón, where plenty of local craftsmen offer a complete range of handmade goods. The Local Market waits for us during our visit.
Handcrafted Color at El Bolsón Market
  Two-Wheel Tour from El Bolsón to Esquel   Two-Wheel Tour from El Bolsón to Esquel
Few cycling tours are so amazing as those across the mountains. Whether for cycling enthusiasts or even for those brave riders who want to give it a try, we suggest joining El Bolsón with Esquel...
Two-Wheel Tour from El Bolsón to Esquel
  A Friend of the Mountain’s   A Friend of the Mountain’s
A municipal reserve close to the commercial center, Cerrito Amigo offers an excellent panoramic view of the valley and the mountain range.
A Friend of the Mountain’s
  Products from the Shire   Products from the Shire
The climate, the soil and the low levels of pollution make El Bolsón an ideal site for the production of hop and fine fruit of excellent quality.
Products from the Shire
  Languedoc and Their Music in the Forest   Languedoc and Their Music in the Forest
Languedoc, made up by musicians who feel passion for Medieval and Renaissance art, present night shows with unique features.
Languedoc and Their Music in the Forest
Hiking in Patagonia

Hiking or walking is an activity practiced in all kinds of terrains and is not restricted to age, gender or physical fitness.
As in every task, there are various levels of difficulty, which can be surpassed gradually as experience is gained. The routes are divided into four types of difficulty: relaxed, medium, steady and difficult.

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Mountaineering

Make up your mind and climb, ascend or rappel down the most impressive mountains in Patagonia and become a great climber.
Considered as a high risk sport, it requires physical strength of arms and legs at the same time, combined with the technical skill of the climber.
We recommend that beginners do not start by climbing on natural walls, but in artificial ones and under the assistance of a professional guide.

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