Destinations
This is a great adventure taking you from the marine wildlife of the Atlantic, across the interior of the country, largely following the route that the Welsh took in the late 19th century. You will visit some out of the way places and end with stunning drives in the Lake District. This trip allows for a very thorough inspection of this lesser visited part of Argentina.
Upon arrival in Buenos Aires you will be met and privately transferred to your hotel in Recoleta for the next 2 nights. If your flight arrives in the early morning then we recommend a guided walking tour for a fews hours to introduce you to the part of this exciting city where you will be staying. You then have a full day to enjoy the city or perhaps do a half day boat cruise in the Tigre Delta.
Fly to the Valdes Peninsula for a couple of nights to get to experience some of the exceptional marine wildlife in the area. In the right season you can see southern right whales, orcas, penguins,elephant seals, plus all kinds of other birdlife and mammals.
Make your way to Gaiman, a typical Welsh settlement with chapels and Welsh cottages. Visit the Welsh Tea Houses, where the descendants of the settlers prepare and serve the classic Welsh tea.
An early start is required this morning as you have a full day's drive ahead, breaking the drive with a picnic lunch.
Travel to Trevelin, with a detour to see the Piedra Parada. Piedra Parada was the centre of a caldera of a volcano, extinct for thousands of years, which expelled lava in a radius of 30 kms.
Drive to Los Alerces National Park. Los Alerces National Park has a surface of 263,000 hectares and was created in 1937 to protect the last stronghold of the most ancient trees in the world: The larches (Los Alerces).
Rafting is on the menu for today. Canyons, white waters, and a forest with ancient trees will be part of the landscape. You can explore on your own in your vehicle or go for a hike. Other activities which can be organised from here include horse-riding and fly-fishing.
A scenic drive to San Martin de los Andes then a day to explore on your own. You could visit the Lanin National Park, Huechulaufquen Lake ('Big Lake' in the Mapuche language), or perhaps do the Escorial Trail in Lanin.
Drive South to Villa la Angostura - stopping at the different lakes and enjoying some short hikes. You will be driving along the Road of the Seven Lakes, the popular name given to this scenic portion of National Route 40. Perhaps take a boat trip to Isla Victoria whilst in the area?
Having dropped off your vehicle you will fly back to Buenos Aires, staying in a different part of the city this time. We can help you find a great restaurant for your last night.
Today you will be privately transferred back to the international airport in good time for your flight home.
Having a good, quality vehicle is key to every self-drive journey. We work carefully with our local team to source you the best vehicle available for your self-drive journey.
All our itineraries are tailor made, but here are some of our favourite routes and camp combinations.
Simply, because we care. Whether you have travelled in Africa with Safari Drive or whether this is your first journey with us, we will be working hard behind the scenes to support your trip and ensure sure you have a fantastic self drive adventure.
Your entire holiday is designed around your requirements. We will create the perfect trip, at your own pace, to your budget.
All our team in Latin America live in-country and have travelled extensively. Their knowledge and input is key to a successful self-drive safari.
We don’t mark up for our services, we only take commissions from the suppliers we use. Tailor-made does not have to mean expensive.
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