Bariloche offers very different ways to spend a day: two private winter outings in the mountains and one short guided tasting walk downtown. The right choice depends on whether you want a longer snow activity, a food-and-drink sampler, or a private trek with transportation included.
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Compare the 3 Tour Options
Use this comparison to match the itinerary, traveler feedback, duration, and key features to your preferred travel day.
| Tour | Best for | Rating | Reviews | Duration | Key point | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Private snowshoe day | Travelers who want a private winter outing tailored to fitness level, experience, and weather conditions. | ★ 5.0/5 | 46 reviews | Approx. 6 hr | Private tailored service for a more personalized day. | View on Viator |
 Downtown tasting walk | Travelers who prefer a short, guided walk with regional tastings instead of a mountain excursion. | ★ 5.0/5 | 30 reviews | Approx. 2 hr | Short downtown format makes it easy to fit into a busy schedule. | View on Viator |
 Private trekking day | Travelers who want a private mountain trek with pickup and a more self-contained day. | ★ 5.0/5 | 15 reviews | Approx. 7 hr | Private transportation is included, along with pickup from your lodging. | View on Viator |
Explore Each Tour in Detail
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Compare this if you want a private mountain day with flexible planning.
Full Day Snowshoeing Experience – Caminata con Raquetas de Nieve
Best for: Travelers who want a private winter outing tailored to fitness level, experience, and weather conditions.
This private winter experience is built around customization. The itinerary is chosen according to your fitness level, experience, motivations, and the weather or snow forecast, so it suits travelers who want a flexible mountain day rather than a fixed route. The outing includes a complementary 4×4 drive into the mountains, then a guided snowshoe trek with instruction on technique. Confirmed inclusions cover snowshoes, trekking poles, gaiters, snacks, lunch, coffee or tea, permits, insurance, and certified mountain guides with safety equipment. Winter or technical clothing is not included, so you need to come prepared for cold conditions.
Why choose this snowshoeing day
- Private tailored service for a more personalized day.
- Includes snowshoes, trekking poles, gaiters, lunch, snacks, coffee or tea, permits, and insurance.
- Uses a complementary 4×4 drive into the mountains before the trek begins.
Compare this if you want a shorter, walkable city experience.
Bariloche Flavours Tasting Walking Tour
Best for: Travelers who prefer a short, guided walk with regional tastings instead of a mountain excursion.
This tour focuses on walking around downtown Bariloche while sampling regional food and drinks. It is the most compact option, so it works well for travelers who want a lighter outing without a full-day commitment. The confirmed inclusions are broad: tastings of food, beverage, and dessert are included for lunch-time or dinner-time departures, and the experience is led by a certified expert guide. The route features visits to different food stores such as chocolate, ice cream, and brewery stops, but participating venues vary by day. Because the exact shops are not fixed, the experience is best for flexible travelers who enjoy variety.
Why choose this tasting walk
- Short downtown format makes it easy to fit into a busy schedule.
- Includes a live certified expert guide.
- Confirmed tastings cover food, beverages, and dessert, with participating stores varying by day.
Compare this if you want a private trek with pickup included.
Private Winter Trekking Experience in Bariloche
Best for: Travelers who want a private mountain trek with pickup and a more self-contained day.
This is another private mountain day, but it is structured more as a trekking experience than a dedicated snowshoe outing. The day starts with pickup at your lodging and transfer to the trailhead, which makes it a practical choice for travelers who want transportation arranged. The route is selected beforehand to suit the group, and snowshoes are used when the snow is deep enough along the path. Confirmed inclusions also cover a certified mountain guide, private transportation, insurance and permits, snowshoes and poles, a lunch box, and prior advice. It is a good fit for travelers who want a private, guided nature day with logistics already handled.
Why choose this private trekking experience
- Private transportation is included, along with pickup from your lodging.
- Includes a certified mountain guide, insurance and permits, snowshoes and poles, and a lunch box.
- The trail is chosen beforehand to suit the traveler and the day’s conditions.
How to choose a Bariloche itinerary style
Choose the snowshoeing or trekking option if you want to spend the day in the mountains with a private guide and more time outdoors. Choose the tasting walk if you prefer a shorter downtown plan that focuses on local food and drinks rather than winter hiking.
Mountain snowshoe route
Starts with a 4×4 drive into the mountains, then continues on a guide-selected snowshoe trek through forest and snow conditions suited to the day.
Downtown tasting route
A guided walking tour around downtown with stops at regional food and drink businesses; the exact participating shops can vary from day to day.
Private trekking route
Begins with pickup at your lodging, then transfers to a preselected mountain path that is adjusted to your pace and the conditions.
Travel planning tip
Check the live product page before booking. Departure details, activity order, inclusions, and available options can change.
Booking notes
- Check what clothing you need to bring, especially for the winter mountain options, since technical outerwear is not included.
- If you want a private experience, both mountain options are private and include guide support; the tasting walk is a guided group-style city activity.
- Participating food stops on the tasting walk can vary by day, so expect some flexibility in the exact venues.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which option is shortest?
The downtown tasting walk is the shortest of the three and is designed as a compact walking activity.
Which experiences are private?
Both mountain options are private experiences. The tasting walk is a guided downtown walk rather than a private mountain day.
Which options include transportation?
The private winter trekking experience includes private transportation and pickup from your lodging. The snowshoeing experience includes a complementary 4×4 drive into the mountains, while the tasting walk is a walking tour in downtown Bariloche.