3-Day Bariloche Adventure: Cerro López Canopy, Seven Lakes Road & Blest Port Cruise
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 days (approx. 72 hours)
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness—comfortable with 2–4 hours of standing, short hikes, and some stair/climbing movements during the canopy.
Overview
Three full days of Patagonian variety: launch through the treetops on Cerro López, drive the iconic Seven Lakes route to San Martín de los Andes, and sail into the fjords of Blest Port to reach Lake Frías and Cantaros Fall. Practical planning tips included.
3-Day Bariloche Adventure: Cerro López Canopy, Seven Lakes Road & Blest Port Cruise
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The first morning you wake to the metallic ring of a Patagonia dawn, the truck is already waiting—tires hissing over gravel as it climbs toward Cerro López. Forest smells sharp with resin and wet earth; the canopy base sits where lenga trees give way to scrubbier high-elevation growth. You clip into a harness, feel the zipline cable hum, and for two brisk hours you move through the canopy like a bird that remembers how to be wild.
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Adventure Tips
Book three full days
This package requires a minimum of three full days in Bariloche—avoid scheduling flights on tour days to prevent missed activities.
Layer for volatility
Patagonian weather shifts fast—carry a breathable midlayer and waterproof shell for wind and rain even in summer.
Footwear for variety
Sturdy hiking shoes with good traction are essential for canopy platforms, forest trails, and wet docking at Blest Port.
Bring cash and snacks
Small villages on the Seven Lakes route may have limited card options—carry Argentine pesos and energy snacks for long driving segments.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Andean condor
- huemul deer (endangered, rare sightings)
History
Nahuel Huapi National Park, created in the early 20th century, was central to Argentine conservation efforts; Perito Moreno’s legacy is marked on Centinela Island.
Conservation
Stick to marked trails and avoid touching ancient lenga bark; the region relies on low-impact tourism to protect fragile glacial streams and Valdivian forest habitats.
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Recommended Gear
Sturdy hiking shoes
Grip and ankle support for canopy platforms, forest approaches, and wet docks.
Waterproof shell
Lightweight protection against wind and sudden showers—useful year-round in Patagonia.
spring specific
Daypack with hydration
Carry water, snacks, camera, and layers for full-day excursions.
summer specific
Sunscreen and sunglasses
High-elevation sun and reflective lake surfaces increase UV exposure even when cool.
summer specific