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Lake Tours in Argentina: 10 That Fill a Day Properly

10 tours  ·  from $60

A trip has room for a handful of paid days. These 10 lake tours in Argentina earn the slot, and the price and the start time sit on every one of them.

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Bariloche: 7 Lakes & San Martin de Los Andes Road Trip

1.7 Lakes & San Martin de Los Andes Road Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 624 reviews · 10 hours · from $100Our pick

Ride from Bariloche through Villa La Angostura and the Seven Lakes Route to San Martin de los Andes. Expect a bilingual guide, several short photo stops, about two hours for lunch and exploring, and a long return drive. Guides such as Isis, Freddy, Matias, and Deborah are noted for clear explanations in English and Spanish.

“Great full day tour. Isis was a wonderful friendly guide full of information on the area. Would highly recommend this tour”

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From Ushuaia: Tierra del Fuego Emerald Lagoon Trekking Tour - Forest, river, and two very different valleys
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From Ushuaia: Tierra del Fuego Emerald Lagoon Trekking Tour

2.Tierra del Fuego Emerald Lagoon Trekking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 271 reviews · 6 hours · from $105

Join a small group of up to 12 for a six-hour hike from Ushuaia to Laguna Esmeralda. Guides such as Nicolas, Julian, Fernanda, and Manuel lead you through forests, valleys, mud, and possible snow, sharing local nature facts before serving lunch and a hot drink beside the lagoon.

“The trek was great! Katheryn was our hostess with the mostest! She was very friendly and gave a lot of information on the ecology and geography .”

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From Bariloche: San Martín de los Andes by The 7 Lakes Route - Three hours among the Seven Lakes
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From Bariloche: San Martín de los Andes by The 7 Lakes Route

3.San Martín de los Andes by The 7 Lakes Route

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 130 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60Best value

Spend about 10.5 hours driving from Bariloche through the Seven Lakes Route to San Martín de los Andes. Expect lake viewpoints, forested mountain roads, a bilingual guide, and free time for lunch and a look around town. Guides such as Rody and Valentin have earned special praise, but confirm your tour language before departure.

“Stops at the beautiful lakes were great. It was a 10 hour trip not ac12 as advertised. I think they may have missed a stop or two on the way back. Tour guide was great”

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Trekking to Vinciguerra glacier and Tempanos lagoon - From Ushuaia to the trailhead in 20 minutes
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Trekking to Vinciguerra glacier and Tempanos lagoon

4.Trekking to Vinciguerra glacier and Tempanos lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 127 reviews · 8 hours · from $149

Join a small group of up to seven for an 8-hour trek from Ushuaia to Tempanos Lagoon and Vinciguerra Glacier. Guides such as Mauro, Luca, Nicholas, and Leo have led guests through muddy forest, snow, river valleys, and changing weather. Lunch, poles, crampons if needed, and hotel transport are included, but boots and waterproof clothing are your responsibility.

“Extraordinary hike with passionate and very caring guide and driver. 8h30mins from pick up to drop off at my hotel. Vegetarian meal was delicious (vegetables empanadas, nuts, cookies) and the unexpected hot mate when we reached the glacier was very welcomed.”

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San Martin de los Andes by Seven Lakes Road from Bariloche - Villa La Angostura makes a useful first pause
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San Martin de los Andes by Seven Lakes Road from Bariloche

5.San Martin de los Andes by Seven Lakes Road from Bariloche

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 101 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $79

Ride from Bariloche to San Martín de los Andes along the Seven Lakes Road, with stops at Villa La Angostura, Lago Espejo, Lago Correntoso, and more. You get about three hours in town for lunch and shopping, plus hotel pickup and drop-off. Guides may speak Spanish, English, and Portuguese, but language service can vary.

“The tour was a fantastic way to see the panoramic sites on the way to San Martin de Los Andes. The landscapes with the gorgeous mountains and lakes are amazing. The tour guide from LS Travel Group Brc was very knowledgeable, friendly and professional. He made the ride fun.”

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Half a day of kayaking on Lake Moreno in private service - The drive through Circuito Chico
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Half a day of kayaking on Lake Moreno in private service

6.Half a day of kayaking on Lake Moreno in private service

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $150Top rated

You’ll be picked up for a private four-hour outing from Bariloche and driven through Circuito Chico to Lake Moreno. After a safety briefing and paddling lesson, you’ll kayak from Arroyo Angostura with views of Cerro López, Cerro Bella Vista, Llao Llao Hill, Rabbit Island, and Hotel Llao Llao. Guides including Andres or Andy may lead the trip.

“Fabulous trip. We loved our guides, and the beauty of the surrounding area. I would definitely recommend this tour if you love the outdoors.”

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Trekking Emerald Lagoon - Snow, mud, and the gear you really need
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Trekking Emerald Lagoon

7.Trekking Emerald Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 87 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $105

You’ll leave Ushuaia at 9:00 am for a guided trek to Laguna Esmeralda, usually about two hours each way on the same trail. Expect forest, mountain scenery, mud or snow, and a quiet lagoon. The guide sets a steady pace, explains local plants and animals, and serves lunch, snacks, and hot tea or coffee.

“Excellent trek and explanation. Though would recommend if you’re looking to see a green lake, going at a warmer time of the year.”

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Escondido y Fagnano Lakes - Carbajal Valley and the Olivia River
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Escondido y Fagnano Lakes

8.Escondido y Fagnano Lakes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $66

Travel from Ushuaia across the Andes to Carbajal Valley, Haruwen, and viewpoints over Escondido and Fagnano lakes. Your guide explains Fuegian nature and local life while an air-conditioned vehicle handles the route. The day includes coffee or tea, a gin tasting, and entry to Estancia La Carmen, but lunch costs extra.

“Before one day, I received WhatsApp to remind you and what kind of things you need to take care. It is good for the driver who will put the wooden step at the door of the shuttle to facilitate the getting on and off. Overall, punctuation , good service and professional”

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Half a day of kayaking on the Nahuel Huapi lake in private service - Paddling toward Brazo Tristeza
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Half a day of kayaking on the Nahuel Huapi lake in private service

9.Half a day of kayaking on the Nahuel Huapi lake in private service

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $150

Spend about four hours with guides Andy, Diego, or Julián, traveling from Bariloche through Circuito Chico to Bahía López. After a safety briefing, paddle toward Brazo Tristeza on Nahuel Huapi, with views of Cerro Capilla, Cerro López, waterfalls, beaches, and Sentinel Island. Expect roughly two hours on the water and a traditional mate break.

“Great experience! Andy was our guide and was super friendly and knowledgeable about the area. On the way to the lake we took several quick stops at interesting and beautiful viewpoints. The kayaking itself was amazing. The water was so clear and surrounding mountains were stunning. We spent about 2 hours on the water with a surprise rest for traditional Mate tea and treats on the lake. Highly recommend this experience to anyone spending time in Bariloche!”

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El Chalten: Full Day Trekking to Laguna de los Tres and Mount Fitz Roy - Piedras Blancas, the gentler opening section
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El Chalten: Full Day Trekking to Laguna de los Tres and Mount Fitz Roy

10.El Chalten: Full Day Trekking to Laguna de los Tres and Mount Fitz Roy

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 45 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $198

Trek 20.6 km from the Río Eléctrico bridge to Laguna de los Tres, Piedras Blancas, Laguna Sucia, and Laguna Capri with an English or Spanish mountain guide. Expect 8 to 9 hours, a steep rocky final climb, shared transfer, and spectacular Fitz Roy views. Guides such as Naher, Lee, Leandro, and Rocio have led this route.

“Tour itself disorganised. Made us treck to town (20 minute cab ride) only to ferry us back to our hotel to start the tour. The guide was great though.”

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