Kayaking in Bariloche: Paddle Northern Patagonia Lakes

Fiberglass sea kayaks glide silently across clear water between Andean peaks.

Kayak paddling adventure in Bariloche on Moreno or Nahuel Huapi Lakes, tailored to your experience level and the day's weather. You paddle fiberglass sea kayaks across pristine bays in Northern Patagonia, with a bilingual guide who has over 20 years on the water, hotel pickup, lunch on an isolated beach, and all safety equipment and park permits included. The itinerary adjusts to your goals and fitness, so the day fits what you want from it.

The experience

You paddle fiberglass sea kayaks (not canoes, not inflatables), which means smooth tracking across the clear water and the stability to spend seven hours on the lake without fatigue wearing you down. The guide chooses between Moreno and Nahuel Huapi Lakes or paddles both, depending on your experience and what the weather allows. You're not watching the landscape. You're moving through it at the pace your paddle sets, which is why the silence matters: no engine, no crowd noise, just the sound of water and the Andes rising around you.

Lunch happens on an isolated beach where you can swim if the weather invites, sunbathe, and step out of the kayak to eat and recover. The operator has run this since 2013 and holds a Certificate of Excellence since 2015. Your guide speaks English, Spanish or Portuguese, and the company includes hotel pickup, all kayaks and safety gear, lunch, snacks, coffee and tea, plus the national park permits and insurance. Children from age eight can join.

The day adjusts to your goals and fitness level. This is not a fixed route where everyone paddles the same distance. The guide reads the conditions and your pace, so a morning of calm water might open up a crossing you weren't expecting, or a stronger wind might mean staying in the sheltered bays. That flexibility is what makes seven hours on the water feel like the right length instead of a grind.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and return.
• fiberglass sea kayak and all paddling equipment.
• bilingual guide with over 20 years of experience.
• full-day lunch on the beach.
• snacks, coffee and tea throughout the day.
• safety gear and communications equipment.
• national park permits and insurance.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (17 to 80 years) · Infant (8 to 16 years) · Under 8: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availableNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Andemita

Is this one for you?The paddle spans seven hours on the water, so this suits paddlers comfortable with a full day of steady effort across open lakes. The guide adjusts the distance and pace to your fitness level, and the itinerary shifts with the weather, so the day works for beginners and experienced kayakers alike.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (8 to 16 years). Children under 8 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What kind of kayak will I paddle?

Fiberglass sea kayaks, which offer smooth navigation and stability across the lakes. They're designed for distance paddling and track well in open water.

Can I choose which lake I paddle on?

The guide chooses Moreno Lake, Nahuel Huapi Lake, or both depending on your experience level, fitness and the weather conditions that day. The itinerary is tailored to make the most of the conditions.

Is lunch included, and where do we eat?

Yes, lunch is included and served on an isolated beach where you can relax and swim if weather permits. Snacks, coffee and tea are also provided throughout the day.

Do I need kayaking experience to book this?

No. The guide tailors the paddle to your experience and fitness level, so beginners and experienced paddlers both join. Children from age eight are welcome.

What's included in the price?

Hotel pickup and return, fiberglass sea kayak, all safety equipment, bilingual guide, lunch, snacks, beverages, national park permits and insurance are all included.