Description
A full-day journey through postcard-perfect scenery, linking Nahuel Huapi and Lanín National Parks across approximately 250 miles of lakes, forests, and mountain roads.
The day begins early with departure from Bariloche heading east along the shoreline of Lake Nahuel Huapi toward the source of the Limay River. From there, the route continues north along the lake’s edge until reaching the mountain village of Villa La Angostura, where a short stop is made.
This first segment follows a winding road that alternates between forested stretches and sudden clearings that open onto the lake. Throughout the drive, panoramic views unfold across Lake Nahuel Huapi and, in the distance, the silhouette of Bariloche on the opposite shore.
From Villa La Angostura, the route enters the famed Seven Lakes Road, one of Patagonia’s most scenic drives. The journey passes along the shores of Lakes Espejo, Correntoso, Escondido, Villarino, Falkner, Machónico, and Lácar, at whose far end lies the town of San Martín de los Andes.
The landscape throughout is a constant dialogue between water, forest, and sky. Every stretch feels like a new frame in an endless reel of natural beauty.
Upon arrival in San Martín de los Andes, free time allows for lunch at one of the many local restaurants, or a walk along the lakeshore to enjoy a simple picnic outdoors.
The return follows an alternate route via Paso Córdoba, running alongside Lake Meliquina. This section of the trip reveals a less forested, more open terrain—just as striking in its vastness. The road follows the course of the Filo Hua Hum and Caleufú Rivers, ending at the area known as Confluencia, where the Limay and Traful Rivers meet. Here, wind-carved rock formations form the surreal landscape of the Valle Encantado (Enchanted Valley).
Arrival back in Bariloche is scheduled for 8:00 p.m.. The excursion is suitable for all ages and requires no special equipment.