Tours and Trips in San Martin de los Andes

Lace up your hiking boots for a medium-level hike to the 7,709-foot (2,350-meter) summit of Cerro Falkner and be rewarded with mesmerizing views of the Andes, the Lake District and northern Patagonia. Before your hike, soak up the scenery as you drive the famous Seven Lakes Road from San Martin de los Andes to the Nahuel Huapi National Park, passing the Lácar, Villarino, Falkner and Machonico lakes. This full-day small-group tour is limited to 12 people and total hiking time is around 5 hours.

Escape the tourist trail and experience the natural beauty of Argentina's Lake District on this full-day adventure from San Martin de los Andes. Enjoy prime views of the glacial lake of Huechulafquen; walk along black volcanic sand beaches; and snap photos of the snow-capped Lanín Volcano. Finally, discover the unique culture of the indigenous Mapuche as you stop at local villages and visit historic churches. This small-group tour is limited to 12 people and includes hotel pick-up and drop-off.

Experience the awe-inspiring vistas of Argentine Patagonia on this 4-hour minivan tour from San Martin de los Andes. Keep your camera handy as you drive around the glittering Lácar Lake, follow the forested Arraynes Circuit and climb the foothills of Mount Chapelco. Enjoy free time at the Chapelco resort to explore the artisan shops or ride the cable car to the summit (own expense) for an unforgettable aerial view. This small-group tour has a maximum of 12 people for a personalised experience.

Tackle the hair-raising Class II and III rapids of the Río Chimehuín on this fun-filled white water rafting excursion from San Martin de los Andes. Look out for wild boar, vultures and kingfishers as you hurtle through the waves, bump over stone steps and wind your way downstream, then relax on a deserted beach with some well-deserved refreshments. This 6-hour small-group tour has a maximum of 12 people for a personalized experience and is ideal for first-time rafters, with full instruction and all equipment provided.

Challenge yourself to an adventurous full-day hike and scale the 8,038-foot (2,450-meter) summit of the Lanín volcano on this full-day trek from San Martin de los Andes. Tackle steep passages and rocky volcanic terrain on a medium- to difficult-level guided hike and stop for a picnic lunch (not provided) along the way. Your effort will be rewarded when you reach the top, with magnificent panoramic views over the Argentine and Chilean Andes.

Paddle across the glittering glacial waters of Lago Lácar (Lácar Lake) on this thrilling half-day kayaking tour from San Martin de los Andes. Master some basic kayaking skills, then set out for a 3.5-hour guided tour, cruising past remote beaches and looming mountains, then stop to catch your breath on the rocky isle of La Islita. With a maximum of 4 people, this fun small-group tour is ideal for all experience levels, including first-timers.

Marvel over the majestic landscapes of Argentina's Lake District and get off-the-beaten-track on this 5-hour small-group minivan tour from San Martin de los Andes. Learn about the indigenous Mapuche people of the Lanín National Park, as you pass striking landscapes like the Pampa de Trompul and the looming peak of Cerro Colorado. Wind your way along the Peninsula de Yuco and Lake Lácar; stop for refreshments (own expense) by the Hua Hum River; and enjoy a short hike to see the thundering Chachin Waterfall.

Hit the road for a dramatic full-day tour of the famous Road of the Seven Lakes, journeying from San Martin de los Andes to Villa La Angostura. Admire an endless panorama of azure-blue lakes, rambling forests and snow-dusted mountains as you travel through the heart of Argentina's Lake District. Keep your camera handy as you pass lakes and waterfalls; stop by Mapuche villages to learn about the region's indigenous heritage; and enjoy lunch (own expense) in Villa La Angostura. This small-group tour is limited to 12 for an intimate experience.

Pedal your way around Patagonia on this fun 5-hour mountain bike adventure from San Martin de los Andes and follow one of two possible routes. Either take the Arrayanes Circuit (Cerro Chapelco route), with views of the mighty Mount Chapelco and Lanín Volcano, or enjoy the Piedra de Trompul trail and glide through the Lanín National Park, looking down over Lake Lácar. This small-group tour has a maximum of 12 people and is suitable for all abilities.

Scale the mighty 5,833-foot (1,778-meter) peak of Cerro Colorado on a thrilling full-day hike from San Martin de los Andes. With a maximum of 12 people, you'll enjoy personal attention from your expert guide, who'll point out the unique plants and rock formations of the now-extinct volcano as you wind your way to the top. After a moderate hike, arrive at the summit and tuck into your packed lunch (not provided) with magnificent views of the surrounding Andes, Lácar Lake and the Bolivia-Argentina border.

Mount up for a memorable trek through the Lanín National Park on this half-day horseback adventure from San Martin de los Andes. Get back to nature as you amble along forest trails, splash through streams and cross vast Andean plains. Stop along the way to snap photos of the majestic Lago Lácar, enjoy views of the snow-covered Lanín Volcano and explore the indigenous Mapuche villages of the Quila Quina Valley. This small-group tour has a maximum of 12 people and is suitable for all skill levels, including first time riders.