BIKETOUR 7 LAKES, SMALL CIRCUIT AND MYRTLES FOREST

GUIDED WITH ACCOMMODATION – 4 DAYS

BIKETOUR 7 LAKES, SMALL CIRCUIT AND MYRTLES FOREST

GUIDED WITH ACCOMMODATION – 4 DAYS

Distance:

196,4 Km

Estimated time:

4 Días

Difficulty:

HOW TO RATE THE DIFFICULTY OF A ROUTE OR A BICYCLE CIRCUIT?

TECHNICAL DIFFICULTY:

1- Very easy: A very easy circuit, is suitable for people who can ride a bike on flat asphalt roads and then stop without stumbling. You must have basic notions of braking and shifting. You must have sufficient balance to ride the bike in a straight line without making sudden involuntary maneuvers to the sides.

2- Easy: to pedal on an easy circuit you need to have fluid shifting management that allows you to climb an asphalt slope or pedal on a flat surface without making greater effort, optimizing the energy of your legs at all times. You must also know how to differentiate and use both brakes correctly, the front and the rear.

3- Intermediate: to pedal a circuit of intermediate difficulty, you must master the skills mentioned above, both on asphalt and gravel roads and on low difficulty trails. You must also have an understanding of the correct body position on different terrains and braking precision on slippery terrain and on descents. It is important that you skillfully handle the gear change, both the plates and the sprockets.

4- Difficult: a difficult circuit is suitable for experienced cyclists who know how to pedal on uneven terrain with obstacles, climbs, descents and adverse conditions, such as mud, sand or stones. The cyclist must have good control and control the bicycle at all times, optimizing performance through precise use of gears. It is also necessary to understand how to take advantage of the acceleration of descents to successfully overcome dirt climbs and obstacles such as logs or loose rock.

5- Expert: to master an expert level circuit, it is necessary to train regularly and have physical strength. The pilot must be able to perform jumps and maneuvers at high speed without losing control at any time. It is necessary to master all pedaling, turning and braking techniques on narrow trails with steep slopes of more than 30%, and know how to avoid obstacles such as steps, rocks, roots and slippery ground with mud or dust.

PHYSICAL DIFFICULTY:
We cannot rate the physical difficulty of a bike route, since it strictly depends on the level of training that each person has. As a reference we can say that 35 kilometers by bike is approximately equivalent to 10 kilometers on foot. Circuits with many meters of ascent and gravel surface are more demanding from a physical point of view. In conclusion, we can affirm that a person with an average training, can pedal a distance of 35 to 45 kilometers without major inconvenience, during a period of 4 to 5 hours including rest stops.

If you opt for an e-bike, the physical effort decreases considerably, up to 60% less depending on your riding and pedaling skills.

Unevenness:

2.685 mts

Asphalt:

62 %

Gravel:

26 %

Ferry:

12 %

For Ebikes:

Get ready to cycle the most famous route of Argentina. A cycling adventure of five days and four nights. Departure from Bariloche. Bike and boat tour to the myrtles forest, lodging, meals and support. The tour ends in San Martin de los Andes.

A cycling adventure of five days and four nights. Departure from Bariloche. Bike and boat tour to the myrtles forest, lodging, meals and support. The tour ends in San Martin de los Andes.

The average distance we will pedal each day is 43km

This proposal is developed for amateur cyclists who wish to experience an organized group bike trip, without the inconvenience of camping and cooking.

The tour is designed to sleep in lodgings and eat in buffets or restaurants. In addition to the comfort of a bed and good food, you will have the advantage of carrying no extra wieight during your pedaling. On this journey we visit 3 National Parks and pedal a total of 175 km – 108.7 miles

These are the National Parks we will visit: PN Nahuel Huapi, PN Lanín y PN los Arrayanes.

What does this trip include?

The tour involves a five day bicycle trip with lodgings and assistance. We start in San Carlos de Bariloche and pedal the “circuito chico”. We then navigate the Nahuel Huapi lake and ride across the Myrtles forest. We pass through Villa la Angostura, pedal the entire route of the 7 lakes and end up in the city of San Martín de los Andes.

Guide
Lodging 4 nights | Night 1 hotel | Night 2 glamping | Night 3 cabin | Night 4 hostel
Catamarán boat tour | Sailing from puerto Pañuelo to Myrtles forest
Acces to National Park Los Arrayanes, Nahuel Huapi and Lanín
Bicycle 29er. Gt Avalanche, Cube Aim or Fuji Nevada (E-bikes available with extra cost)
Personal accident insurance
Bus ticket (return from San Martin to Bariloche we the tour ends)
Support vehicle

This tour does not include meals – These are paid separately in pre-selected establishments

DAY 1
From Bariloche downtown to Villa Llao-Llao

9.30 hs. Welcome to Patagonia Bike trips. In the center of Bariloche.

Briefing, preparation of equipment and explanation of the route.

11.00 hs. We start the ride towards Villa Llao Llao.

We cycle East direction, to Moreno lake. At noon we stop in Colonia Suiza for lunch and a brief rest. Later we ride the beautiful Circuito chico, with outstanding views of the área.

18.00 hs. Arrival to Villa Llao Llao. We spend the night at Gran Hotel Panamericano or Bungalows Buena Vista. (depending on availability)

21.00 hs. Dinner.
Total distance by bike: 42 km – 26.1 miles – Paved 78% – Gravel 22%

DAY 2
From Villa Llao Llao to lake Correntoso

8.30 hs. Breakfast

9.30 hs. We head to Puerto Pañuelo

10.00 hs. We embark on the Turisur catamaran with our bicycles, and enjoy the most famous lake boat tour in Bariloche.

12.00 hs. Arrival to Myrtles Forest – Pedal 11km along trails and across the Quetrihué peninsula (Los Arrayanes National Park) to Villa la Angostura

14.00 hs. Arrival to Villa la Angostura. We rest and eat some snacks in town.

15.00 hs. We start cycling towards 7 lagos campsite, located in Correntoso Lake.

18.00 hs. Arrival to camping 7 Lagos

21.00 hs. Dinner and campfire – We spend the night in dorms “EL vagon” of Lake Correntoso, or in the geodesic domes of Lake Espejo, depending availability.

Total distance by bike: 43 km – 26.7 miles – Paved 59% – Gravel 41%

DAY 3
From Lake Correntoso to Lake Hermoso

9.00 hs. Breakfast

10.00hs. We start pedalling towards Lake Falkner.

14.00 hs. Arrival to Lake Falkner. Lunch and brief rest by the lake.

15.00 hs. We start riding the last section towards Lago Hermoso.

18.00 hs. Arrival to Lago Hermoso. We spend the night at the dorms (small cabins) of Camping Lago Hermoso or similar cabins nearby (depending availability)

21.00 hs Dinner
Total distance by bike: 46 km – 28.6 miles – Paved 92% – Gravel 8%

DAY 4/5
From Lake Hermoso to San Martin de los Andes

9.00 hs. Breakfast

10.00 hs. We start riding the last stage, towards San Martin de los Andes

We will travel along route 40 to San Martin de los Andes. Optional descent through the Arrayan viewpoint, depending on the conditions of the route and general condition of the group.

15.00 hs. Arrival to San Martin de los Andes. Lunch by the lake. End of tour Total distance by bike: 38 km – 23.6 miles – Paved 75% – Gravel 25%

The last night we will stay at Puma Hostel and we will have free time in the afternoon to get to know San Martín de los Andes and enjoy its attractions and gastronomy.

Day 5 – From San Martín de los Andes to Bariloche

We have breakfast at the hostel and set our luggage to take the bus back to Bariloche. We take the bus at 10 in the morning and arrive in Bariloche at approximately 2:00 p.m.

It is possible to stay in San Martín after the journey if you wish.

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