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Whether you're a solo traveler, a family seeking an unforgettable vacation, or an organized
group eager to explore off-the-beaten-path destinations, we invite you to entrust us with your
next active holiday adventure.
We have transitioned from only offering kayaking and biking tours to providing fully customized
travel itineraries. This was not just a strategic move but a direct response to the evolving
needs and desires of our customers.
We recognize that each traveler and each group is unique, and that's why we specialize in
crafting personalized itineraries tailored to your interests, preferences, and sense of
adventure. Whether you're seeking adrenaline-fueled excursions or opportunities to relax, we
have the expertise to curate the perfect experience for you.
We also have a hand-picked list of unique accommodations which add an extra dimension of
adventure and charm to your custom tours, ensuring that every aspect of your trip is
exceptional.
Our tours aren't just about adventure; they're about creating connections and unforgettable
memories. Over the years, we've forged strong relationships with local communities, ensuring
that your encounters with them are authentic and mutually beneficial.
Moreover, while we are experts in our little corner of Patagonia, we have also cultivated
partnerships with many other tour operators across Argentina and Chile. This means that we can
seamlessly incorporate other iconic destinations into your itinerary, maybe you’d like to
explore the vineyards of Mendoza or perhaps a city tour in Buenos Aires?
With our wealth of experience, knowledge and network of partners, we'll turn your dreams into
reality, one unforgettable moment at a time.
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El Bolsón is Bike & Paddle Patagonia’s home base. It is a small town located in the province of Rio Negro about 1800km south of Buenos Aires. You can take a 22 hour bus ride or you can fly into the nearest airport of San Carlos de Bariloche (BRC) and travel 120km south.
El Bolsón literally translates as “the big bag,” which is not the most poetic name, but comes from the fact that El Bolsón is located in a valley between several mountains. This “bag” nestled in the mountains has an unusual microclimate for being so far south. The region produces 75% of the Argentina’s hops and an enormous amount of organic fruits, vegetables and honey. On top of it all, locally produced cheeses, smoked trout, regional chocolate, jams and preserves make this place a food-lovers dream.
Through most of the year El Bolsón hosts the “Feria Artesanal”, the local artisan craft and food fair (Tues,Thurs,Sat/Sun). Tourists from all over the country flock to El Bolsón to enjoy the market with over 300 stalls to explore. Artists sell everything from sculpted wooden cutting boards, and handmade mate gourds to jewelry, instruments and pottery. After visiting the market, a visit to El Bolsón is not complete without sampling one or more of the many local micro-brews and the ice cream shops!
To the east, the town is towered over by “Piltriquitron” mountain (2,284m) whose Mapuche name translates as a mountain “hanging from the clouds.” Across the valley to the west are the many beautiful mountain peaks of the Andes mountain range that offer a variety of moderate to challenging hikes. Many adventurers come to El Bolsón to hike the “refugio” mountain hut trekking circuit. This “hut to hut” circuit allows you to immerse yourself in the mountains by hiking anywhere from 1 to 10 days without ever having to return to town.
San Carlos de Bariloche is the “gateway city” to Patagonia, situated on the foothills of the Andes, surrounded by lakes (Nahuel Huapi, Gutiérrez Lake, Moreno Lake and Mascardi Lake) and mountains (Tronador, Cerro Catedral, Cerro López). It is famous for skiing but also great for sight-seeing, water sports, trekking and climbing. Another claim to fame is its Swiss-like atmosphere and its chocolate boutiques. Because it has an international airport (BRC) most of our tours will start and finish in Bariloche.
The town of Futaleufú, Chile is close to the Argentine border and has a population of about 2,000. The main income for the community is fly fishing, white water rafting, and tourism. The Futaleufú River is a river fed by the lakes in the Los Alerces National Park in Chubut Province, Argentina, crossing the Andes Mountains and the international border into Chile and opening into the Yelcho Lake. The town of Futaleufú is our starting point for most intermediate whitewater kayaking tours.