Bariloche in november

Not everything is about snow in Bariloche. What is perhaps the favorite destination for Brazilian tourists has a life of its own all year round. And in spring/summer, the opportunities multiply: there are still plenty of activities to do.

The cold gradually vanishes and leaves room for warm days. You can have such an incredible experience, which can include going to the beach and even having a swim.

Read more: The 3 Whats in Bariloche in Summer: What to do, What to eat and What to bring

Things to do in Bariloche 

Climb Cerro Campanario

A classic from Bariloche. The most traditional option is the ascent by chairlift, which takes 7 minutes to the top. For the more adventurous, there is also the possibility of climbing on foot (it takes about half an hour and is of low difficulty).

Once you reach the summit, prepare the camera to take a wonderful pic, and then another one, and another one. From there you get the best views of the Nahuel Huapi and Moreno lakes, the El Trébol lagoon, the Otto and Cathedral hills, the famous Llao Llao hotel and the trees of Colonia Suiza, among other sceneries. In addition, you can sit down and enjoy having a coffee, as we like to do here.

 Where is Cerro Campanario?

On 17500 Exequiel Bustillo Avenue, half an hour from downtown Bariloche and fifteen minutes from the Llao Llao hotel.

When to go?

All year round. The ascent runs from 9 am to 5 pm (last time to climb)

How much does it cost to go up?

Ten dollars (it may vary). You go up on a first-come, first-served basis, there are no prior reservations.

Cerro Otto Bariloche

In addition to the Cerro Campanario, climbing Cerro Otto is another of Bariloche's strongholds. Just 15 minutes from the city center, you can go up by car or on the legendary cable car. Once at the top, you can't miss having a drink in the rotating confectionery –unique in Argentina– to contemplate the landscape in 360°.

In summer, a must-see is EUCA, the High-Altitude Play Park, full of adventure, for both adults and children!

In winter, the snow offers multiple possibilities for enjoyment: there are the Winter Park and the Nordic Ski Centre.

When to go to Cerro Otto?

It is open all year round, although in May some days are closed for maintenance. Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. (time of last ascent of the cable car). The last descent of the cable car is at 6 p.m.

Where is Cerro Otto Bariloche?

In Avenue de los Pioneros, KM 5.

Navigation on Lake Nahuel Huapi

It is the lake par excellence in Bariloche and, perhaps, the most recognized in all of Patagonia. Getting to the lake and contemplating it is an experience that every traveler should have at least once in their lifetime.

A traditional walk is that of Puerto Blest and Cascada de los Cántaros. It is a half-day or full-day tour, departing from Puerto Pañuelo, on the Llao Llao peninsula. Once in these magical waters, you pass by Centinela Island –where Perito Francisco Pascasio Moreno, an iconic figure of the National Parks of Argentina rests-, the Cascada de los Cántaros and finally Puerto Blest, a place much photographed and sought after by tourists.

Another very typical stroll is to leave Puerto Pañuelo to visit Victoria Island and the incredible Myrtle Forest (don't forget to take a photo in the "Disney house"!)

When is the best time to sail on Lake Nahuel Huapi?

All year round. It is always recommended that you wear a coat.

How much does it cost to navigate Lake Nahuel Huapi?

Prices can vary according to the type of excursion, but an average estimate is between 90 and 120 dollars per person.

Where is Puerto Pañuelo in Bariloche?

At km 25.5 of Bustillo Avenue, in front of the Llao Llao hotel.

Tour of the Bariloche Small Circuit

From the center of Bariloche, bordering the southern shore of Lake Nahuel Huapi, along Bustillo Avenue you will travel through one of the greatest wonders of Argentine nature: the Bariloche Small Circuit.

In the circuit, from beginning to end, the traveler will come across forests, lakes and breathtaking views that will leave them speechless. The imposing Llao Llao hotel and its surroundings, the historic San Eduardo chapel, the aforementioned Puerto Pañuelo and Cerro Campanario, Lake Escondido, Lopez Bay with its Lopez and Capilla hills and the viewpoint of Lake Moreno at km 40 are part of an endless list of natural beauties to see.

In between there are countless breweries -Bariloche also stands out for the quality of its craft beers-, restaurants, bars and tea houses.

Useful information about the Small Circuit in Bariloche

It can be toured all year round and is suitable for all ages. In winter the temperatures are very cold, but in summer it can get really hot. Exploring it can take you all day (depending on the interests of each traveler). Comfortable clothes, sunglasses and a drink on hand are strongly recommended. The road is completely paved.

Shopping and chocolates around the Bariloche Civic Center

Whoever visits Bariloche... cannot stop eating its chocolates! On Mitre Street, the main street in the city center, which begins in the legendary Civic Center, you will find an endless number of places that offer delicious chocolates and other sweets. After so much walking, it is well worth stopping a little at a confectionery and delighting your palate with the delicacies of Bariloche.

Where is Bariloche?

Bariloche is located in the southwest of the province of Río Negro, Patagonia region, in front of the Andes Mountains and also in front of Lake Nahuel Huapi. There are flights departing from Buenos Aires and Córdoba on a daily basis.

As it is located on the famous National Route 40, it is very easy to access it by land from any destination in the country, although the distances can be very long.

If you leave from Buenos Aires, we recommend you take National Route 3 until you reach Bahía Blanca. Once there, take National Route 22 to the city of Neuquén and, finally, from there, go along National Route 237. It is almost 1,600 kilometers, so the trip can take more than 15 hours on the road.

Flights to Bariloche

Through Aerolíneas Argentinas, Flybondi and JetSmart, there are daily flights departing from Aeroparque -the airport that is within the City of Buenos Aires-, Ezeiza -the largest airport in Argentina, 40 minutes from the center of Buenos Aires- and the City of Córdoba.

As of November, Sky will have a direct flight Santiago de Chile-Bariloche, while from January 2025, LATAM will do the same with the San Pablo-Santiago de Chile-Bariloche connection.