San Martín de los Andes Activities and Tours

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The ceremony of Tea in San Martín de los Andes

Can someone fall in love with a place and leave everything else behind? Can a person choose the destiny of others unintentionally? A tea house, a small mountain village and a great deal of magic.

Gastronomy

Let’s Sail towards Quila Quina

Watercrafts rest on the shores of Lake Lácar everyday. They leave the pier towards Hua Hum and beautiful Quila Quina. In the summer, in the winter, always...

Recreational tourism

Snow and canopy in Miramás

In San Martin de los Andes a walk in the mountain invites to have fun and dare to adventure. The Miramás snow park is a different way to enjoy the landscapes.

Recreational tourismCanopyAdventure

The Seven Lakes Road

A circuit that enables visitors to get deep into the most intimate sceneries of the Patagonian nature. A zigzagging tour, specially thought for the family, that shows all the magic of the area.

Contemplative tourism

Backpacking along the Seven-Lake Road

Experimenting contact with the mountains and the fresh air are possibilities granted by Patagonia for those who carry their backpacks and go out camping.

Contemplative tourism

San Martín Square, Craftsmen Year Round

In the winter and the summer, the craftsmen’s market surrounding the main square becomes a traditional and colorful tour.

Contemplative tourism

San Martín on the Redbus

The classic sightseeing tour around the city is carried out on board a coquettish London bus that shows the features and the essence of the city and spectacular views of the surroundings.

Contemplative tourism

Restaurants in San Martín de los Andes

The gastronomic options in the downtown area offer high quality and assistance and their dishes please expert palates.

Gastronomy

First Settlers' Museum

The First Settlers Museum preserves part of the cultural richness of the first communities dwelling the mountain range region.

Regional museums

San Martín de los Andes City Beach

A visit to the new Lake Lácar waterfront is a must as its dynamic distribution offers a nice beach and all nautical activities a few blocks away from the downtown.

Contemplative tourism

The View from Arrayán Vantage Point

The Arrayán vantage point is one of the most beautiful and best located panoramic sites in the city. Easily accessed and close to the downtown area, it features excellent views of town and Lake Lácar.

Contemplative tourism

Beaches on the Lácar: Catritre and Quila Quina

The extensive coast of Lake Lácar offers countless beaches lying close to the downtown. Plenty of sunshine, nautical sports and meeting friends are the main proposals.

Mountain BikeContemplative tourism

Camping in San Martín de los Andes

There are as many reasons for choosing a certain camping holiday as people who actually do it. There is a place to fulfill everyone’s expectations.

Contemplative tourism

Rafting: Where and How?

Several rivers in this region are the scene for one of the most amusing recreation activities in Patagonia: rafting.

Contemplative tourismRafting

The Challenge to Climb the Lanín Volcano

Ascent of one of the most attractive, mythical and challenging Andean massifs in Patagonia. An unforgettable experience to explore oneself.

TrekkingClimbing

Yesterday, Lácar Hotel; Today, Young Cuisine

Reminiscent of the old mountain village, Doña Quela Restaurant preserves its original atmosphere and adds up a menu containing young dishes with very Patagonian flavors.

Gastronomy

When It Is Summer in Chapelco

The beautiful green meadows that upholster the hillsides of Mount Chapelco in the summer are ideal to practice activities that turn out to be as amusing as skiing in the winter.

Horseback RidingContemplative tourismMountain Bike

Siete Lagos by bike

It is only 112 kilometers long along National Route 40 which links San Martín de los Andes City with La Angostura Village.

Mountain BikeContemplative tourism

Towards The Border Through Hua Hum International Pass

An amusing way to cross into the neighboring country through the road leading to Hua Hum offers the chance to enjoy the navigation of Lake Pirehueico through the Valdivian Rainforest.

Contemplative tourism

Tour around Lakes Curruhué Grande and Chico

We toured around the central area of the Lanín National Park and enjoyed the lakes, mountains and volcanoes landscape.

HydrotherapyContemplative tourism

The Mamuil Malal Pass

This international pass joins the Argentinian and Chilean lake districts and presents similar natural features to both sides of the border in a very amusing tour.

HydrotherapyContemplative tourism

Swimming across Lake Lácar

Swimming across Lake Lácar has become one of the most popular sports events in San Martín during the summer.

Adventure

Rafting in Hua-Hum River

We crossed the Andes on board a rubber boat that led us through the Valdivian forest. Rapids, pools and fun with the family took hold of the moment.

HydrotherapyRafting

Crossing in Lake Hermoso

The Lago Hermoso snow park is a proposal for cross-forest crossings of lengas and incredible views of the Beautiful River Valley in the National Park.

Recreational tourismAdventureSki & SnowboardHorseback Riding

Across Paso Córdoba

The already famous Paso Córdoba is a magnificent tour used as an alternative to the 7-Lake Road. Ideal for those who like captivating sceneries.

Contemplative tourism

On the Way to the Hua Hum Pass

We went along the route leading to the Hua Hum international pass and passed by amazing spots featuring the lush vegetation typical of the Valdivian forest.

AdventureHydrotherapyContemplative tourism

Yuco Beach in San Martín de los Andes

They say Yuco Beach has all the resemblance to a Caribbean beach. The color and transparency of the water and the wooded environment go through all its wealth.

Contemplative tourism

Zip-lining on Chapelco

Canopy invites everyone to fly like a bird above a forest made up of lengas at the Chapelco Mountain Range and to experience brand-new sensations, both during the summer and in the snowy winter.

CanopyContemplative tourism

Secret Ñivinco Cascade

Very close to the traditional roads we find the wonderful Ñivinco Waterfalls, which confirm that every forest hides some mystery to be unveiled.

Contemplative tourism

Lakes Paimún and Huechulafquen, a Tour

We visited one of the wonderful nooks of the area: Lakes Huechulafquen and Paimún. During the tour, we visited the district of Junín de los Andes, the Chimehuín River and we spotted the Lanín Volcano.

Contemplative tourismHuntingFishing

To Chile through Cardenal Samoré Pass

We crossed towards Chile through the Cardenal Samoré Pass. During the tour, we had a look from every natural vantage point in the pre-Andes.

HydrotherapyContemplative tourism

Towards La Islita

Lying close to the shores of Lake Lácar, a tiny island is the main attraction at a beach considered a meeting point for young people to sunbathe and gather with friends.

Contemplative tourism

Motorbikes, license plates and other collections

A very unusual museum displays vintage two and four wheel vehicles; valuable items manufactured in Argentina and abroad.

Regional museums

Meliquina Village

This is a new destination for tourists but a spectacular place to stay, whether on vacations or any long weekend marked by the calendar.

Contemplative tourismFishing

On a Motorbike around San Martín

On a motorbike, we resolved to see the surroundings of San Martín de los Andes. Here are some alternatives to visit on two wheels.

Adventure

Huechulafquen Lake Outing

An outing on the José Julián is the only way to reach the secretive corners of Lakes Huechulafquen and Epulafquen.

Canoes and boatsContemplative tourism

A Section of the Andean Track

Hiking is a mountain sport that is gaining more and more followers. New itineraries go across the forests of northern Andean Patagonia.

Contemplative tourism

Lake Machónico with Oars

Lake Machónico shows off its best outfit for us to slide softly over the waters on a rowing boat.

Canoes and boatsContemplative tourism

A Rodeo Day

An exceptional sample of the criollo skills on horseback in a rodeo afternoon within a purely rural environment.

Contemplative tourism

Che Museum La Pastera

A simple and dynamic museum shows us the very controversial figure of an Argentinian-born revolutionary adopted by Cuba and known as Che Guevara.

Regional museums

Cuisine Tips Overlooking Lake Lácar

We attended an amusing chef gathering in a paradisiacal spot, ideal for good gourmet cuisine. It included the tasting of excellent wines grown in Neuquén.

Gastronomy

Ku de Los Andes Steak House and Restaurant

Eating out at a tourist destination is always a challenge. When visitors come back to the same restaurant, it means food quality is good and they are pleased to repeat such experience.

Gastronomy

Rafting on the Chimehuin

Seemingly suspended above the river, the boats and their paddlers engage in a race with the current while avoiding small and large rocks.

Rafting

Sailing lake Lacar

Be it windward or leeward yachtsmen set sail whatever the weather. Sails are a familiar part of the landscape on Lake Lácar.

Canoes and boatsContemplative tourism

Rappelling at Bandurrias

Rappelling is one of the most fascinating activities involving rock and the environment while putting our own physical strength to the test.

TrekkingClimbingContemplative tourism

Snowshoeing at Las Pendientes

Snow covered forests keep many secrets. Snowshoeing on the deep snow of its trails is a great way to discover them.

AdventureContemplative tourism

Chapelco Mount (in the winter)

Almost until mid-Spring, this winter resort offers an unforgettable ski season, with lots of sunshine, excellent snow quality and first-class services.

Ski & Snowboard

Trekking at Colorado Hill

We left San Martín de los Andes through National Route 234 heading for Junín de los Andes and got to a fork next to the site known as the Virgin of the Mountain, where we turned left into National Route 48 (made of gravel).

TrekkingContemplative tourism

On a Sled Pulled by Dogs at Mount Chapelco

We toured the majestic lenga forest at Mount Chapelco on a sleigh with husky dogs. A fantastic adventure on the snow both for adults and children.

Adventure

Snowshoeing on the Snows of Chapelco

Snowshoeing through the lenga forest in Chapelco is an enjoyable alternative to experience the mountain off the ski trails.

Snowshoeing

Not only is snowshoeing wonderful but also easy to enjoy by anyone willing to practice it.

Adventure

Chapelco's Tetrathlon

Chapelco's Tetrathlon is the most representative sports dispute in San Martín de los Andes. It combines four disciplines: ski, running, mountain biking and kayaking.

KayakMountain BikeSki & Snowboard

Fish Capture and Breeding Station

The salmonidae species from Lake Lácar are preserved at the Fish Capture and Breeding Station in the city. NOT WORKING AT THE MOMENT.

Contemplative tourismFishing

Motocross in San Martín de los Andes

Motocross is present in San Martín de los Andes, and it is good motocross indeed. The Patagonian regional motocross championship is enjoyed at this location every year in October.

Motocross