Launch from San Martín de los Andes for a guided 10 km run down the Chimehuín River, navigating eight class II–III rapids beneath the gaze of Lanín Volcano. This small-group rafting trip blends playful whitewater, forested riverbanks, and seasonal wildlife viewing.
Launch from San Martín de los Andes for a guided 10 km run down the Chimehuín River, navigating eight class II–III rapids beneath the gaze of Lanín Volcano. This small-group rafting trip blends playful whitewater, forested riverbanks, and seasonal wildlife viewing.
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Operated by Tangol · San Martín de los Andes, Neuquén
The river opens like a page of Patagonia: cold, clear water threading between forested banks while Lanín Volcano watches from the skyline. At the put-in you feel the current nudge the raft—an active invitation rather than a threat—and the guide briefs the small group before launching into a 10 km float that stitches together eight class II–III rapids.
moderate.
5–6 hours.
Moderate fitness: able to sit, brace, and paddle intermittently for up to a few hours; suitable for beginners with guidance.
Minimum age is 5 years; maximum weight per person is 159 kg (350 lbs). Operators may refuse participation for safety reasons.
Trips run seasonally from October through May, when flows and temperatures are suitable for guided rafting.
No prior experience is required; guides give a safety briefing and paddle commands. Moderate fitness and the ability to follow instructions are necessary.
Yes — hotel pickup and return in San Martín de los Andes are included in the tour price.
The valley sits within the cultural landscape of the Mapuche and sits in Lanín National Park, where volcanic activity shaped the river’s course and surrounding forests.
Operators follow seasonal schedules to reduce pressure on sensitive wintering grounds; visitors should pack out waste and avoid disturbing riparian vegetation.
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