Victoria Island and Arrayanes Forest: sailing from Bariloche

A half-day sailing trip on Nahuel Huapi that combines two landings: the Victoria Island and the Myrtle Forest of the Quetrihué peninsula. It is the only excursion that combines the two classic hikes of the national park into a single outing.

The arrayán, or quetri, is a tree with reddish bark that is cool to the touch. In Quetrihué, it forms a pure and mature forest, a rarity in the world. On Victoria Island, one can walk to Playa del Toro, from volcanic sand, where there are cave paintings by the indigenous peoples. They are some 5 hours In total, of low difficulty, with gentle walks along prepared trails.

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Isla Victoria y Bosque de Arrayanes quantity

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• Itinerary

  Itinerary of Victoria Island and Arrayanes Forest

  The excursion begins at Puerto Pañuelo, 25 km from downtown Bariloche via Avenida Bustillo. Transfer to the port is optional and must be arranged separately. The trip lasts approximately 5 hours from departure: two sailing trips, two landings, and two walks. The departure time is confirmed upon booking.

  Pick-up at your accommodation

  Optional service, not included

  Transfer to Puerto Pañuelo

  25 km along Bustillo Avenue

  Navigation to Victoria Island

  40 minutes on Nahuel Huapi

  Walk around Victoria Island

  Puerto Anchorena and Playa del Toro, 1 hour

  Navigation to the Quetrihué Peninsula

  Second leg of the journey

  Myrtle Forest

  45-minute walk among the quetri

  Break at the tea house

  Before starting the return journey

  Return to Puerto Pañuelo

  Last navigation of the day

  Return to Bariloche

  Only for those who booked the transfer

  Included in the tour

  Optional service not included

  Sailing towards Victoria Island

  From Puerto Pañuelo, opposite the Llao Llao Hotel, the boat crosses Nahuel Huapi Lake in about 40 minutes to Victoria Island, the largest island in the lake. Much of the journey is done on deck, which offers the best views of the Andes Mountains.

  Anchorena Port and Toro Beach

  The landing is at Puerto Anchorena. From there, a roughly one-hour hike along trails through native flora and fauna leads to Playa del Toro. The sand is volcanic, a characteristic dark gray, and the rock walls feature cave paintings by the indigenous peoples who once inhabited the area.

  The Arrayanes Forest in Quetrihué

  Back on board, the journey continues to the tip of the Quetrihué Peninsula, where the arrayán forest grows. The quetri tree has cinnamon-colored bark, smooth and cool to the touch, and white flowers in summer. What's exceptional is not the tree itself, but its concentration: here it forms a pure, mature forest, something rare because it usually appears mixed with other species. A wooden walkway leads through the forest for about 45 minutes.

  The transfer between Bariloche and Puerto Pañuelo is not included: it must be arranged separately or you must make your own way there. The port tax and the entrance fee to the National Park are also not included and must be paid in cash on the day at the port.

• Information to keep in mind

  The excursion to Victoria Island and Arrayanes Forest costs from $155,000 ARS per person and can be booked directly with us, a local operator in Bariloche, without intermediaries or online agency commissions.

  Here's everything you need to know in detail:

  • Tour Details

    Duration

    5 hours

    Counted from departure at Puerto Pañuelo. The schedule is confirmed upon booking.

    Difficulty level

    Low

    Two easy walks: 1 hour on the island and 45 minutes along the forest boardwalk.

    Age

    Suitable for all ages

    Minors must travel accompanied by a responsible adult.
  • Requirements and restrictions

    No prior experience is necessary. Both hikes are on well-maintained trails and are easy, but they total about two hours of walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended. You must arrive at Puerto Pañuelo with the advance notice provided by the tour operator and respect the re-boarding times at each stop. Bring cash for the boarding fee and the National Park entrance fee, which cannot be paid by card.

  • Recommendations

    Comfortable, closed-toe shoes, a windproof and waterproof jacket, and layers of clothing are essential: the wind can be strong on deck even when it's sunny, and that's where the best views are. Add sunglasses, sunscreen, and a small backpack with water and snacks. Bring cash for the boarding fee, park entrance fee, and anything you'd like to buy on board or at the tea house.

  • Includes
    • Complete navigation: Puerto Pañuelo, Isla Victoria, Quetrihué peninsula and return.
    • Bilingual tour guide throughout the tour.
    • Guided hike on Victoria Island and access to the Arrayanes Forest.
  • Does not include
    • Transfer between Bariloche and Puerto Pañuelo. It is arranged separately, with pick-up from: Hotel Sheraton, NH Edelweiss, Hotel Tres Reyes, and on Avenida Bustillo at km 1 (Hotel Patagonia), km 2.5 (Design Suites and Villa Huinid), km 4.8 (Hotel Águila Mora), km 6 (Hotel La Cascada), km 7 (Hotel Nido del Cóndor), km 7.5 (Hotel Charming) and km 11.5 (Hotel El Casco).
    • Boarding fee, which is paid in cash at the port on the day of departure.
    • Entrance to Nahuel Huapi National Park, also payable in cash at the port.
    • Meals, drinks and consumption at the tea house.
  • Climatic Conditions
    • The excursion proceeds as normal regardless of weather conditions. Rain, snow, and strong winds are common in Patagonia and are part of the experience.
    • In case of strong winds on the lake, the boat trip may be rescheduled. Trails may be closed by order of the National Park or the boat operator, in which case the itinerary will be adjusted.
  • Cancellation policy

    Cancellations made more than 48 hours before the start of the service are free of charge and 100% of the amount paid will be refunded. Cancellations made within 48 hours of the start of the service will incur a penalty of 100% of the total amount, with no refund.