Lake Gutierrez Mountain Bike 18km Forest Trail Tour

Eighteen kilometers of singletrack through Patagonian forest, crossing water and climbing to lake views.

A guided mountain bike tour covering 18km of forest trails around Lake Gutierrez near Bariloche, crossing rivers, lakes and viewpoints before returning to the start. The tour runs 2 to 3 hours and suits riders from age 12 upward, with a guide who covers safety and bike handling at the start. Insurance and the bike are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Mountain bike tour around Lake Gutierrez

• Meet guide at Lake Gutierrez
• Receive safety and bike use talk
• Bike 18km on forest trails
• Cross rivers, lakes, and waterfalls
• Visit viewpoints and local roads
• Return to starting point via trails

The experience

You meet the guide at Lake Gutierrez, where they walk through safety and how to handle the bike before the ride begins. The route covers 18km along trails that wind through the forest, crossing rivers and smaller lakes, passing waterfalls and stopping at viewpoints. The terrain is low-level, meaning the climbs are gentle and the pace stays manageable for children and riders new to mountain biking.

The return follows a different set of trails back to the starting point, so you see a different section of the forest on the way out. The whole outing takes 2 to 3 hours. A guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese leads the group, and the bike, helmet and insurance are part of the booking. Snacks are included. Public transport stops are nearby if you need to get to the lake without a car.

What’s included

• Use of a mountain bike and helmet.
• insurance.
• snacks during the ride.
• a guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese who covers safety and bike handling before you start.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday and Friday

AgesAdult (21 to 80 years) · Youth (16 to 20 years) · Child (12 to 15 years) · Under 12: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Guiando Patagonia

Is this one for you?Choose this shared group ride if you want a guide-set pace and route through forest trails rather than deciding your own path. The group format also keeps costs down.

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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: Youth (16 to 20 years); Child (12 to 15 years). Children under 12 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.

How far is Lake Gutierrez from Bariloche town?

Lake Gutierrez is in the Bariloche area of Argentina's Lake District, and public transportation options are available nearby to reach the meeting point.

What happens if I've never mountain biked before?

The guide gives a safety talk and covers bike handling at the start, and the terrain is low-level throughout, so the ride suits all fitness levels and experience levels.

What's included in the price?

The bike, helmet, insurance and snacks are included. You bring yourself and wear clothes and shoes suitable for riding in forest terrain.

How long does the whole tour take?

The tour runs 2 to 3 hours from start to finish, including the safety briefing at the beginning.