Tangol Tours San Martín de los Andes

San Martín de los Andes stands as one of the most precious jewels of Argentine Patagonia, and Tangol Tours serves as a comprehensive operator to unravel the secrets of this Andean region. Located in the southwest of Neuquén province, the city provides the perfect base for exploring Lanín National Park—a 412,000-hectare territory where araucaria forests, glacial lakes, and snow-capped peaks dictate the pace of adventure.

One of the cornerstone experiences offered by Tangol is the Huechulafquen Lake and Lanín Volcano excursion. This tour focuses not only on the scenic beauty of the 3,776-meter-high volcano and its eternal glaciers but also delves deep into local identity. The itinerary typically includes a visit to Junín de los Andes, renowned for its handicraft centers and unique sacred architecture. Bordering the Chimehuin River, travelers reach the shores of Huechulafquen, the park’s largest lake, which offers some of the most iconic views of the Lanín Volcano. The presence of Mapuche communities in the area adds a significant cultural dimension, allowing visitors to learn about ancestral traditions and taste regional cuisine in local establishments.

The Seven Lakes Route is another flagship offering from the operator. This legendary section of National Route 40 connects San Martín de los Andes with Villa La Angostura over a distance of approximately 110 kilometers. Throughout the journey, Tangol guides tourists past a string of pristine water mirrors—Lácar, Machónico, Falkner, Villarino, Espejo, Correntoso, and Nahuel Huapi—making strategic stops at natural viewpoints that reveal the vastness of the Patagonian geography. This circuit highlights the transition between the different ecosystems of the Andean-Patagonian forest and the Valdivian rainforest.

For those seeking gems closer to the city, a visit to Quila Quina is an ideal alternative. Located on the shores of Lake Lácar, this tourist village combines volcanic sand beaches with the living history of the Curruhuinca Mapuche community. Tangol offers both land transfers and lake navigations, allowing guests to enjoy a boat ride before exploring the trails and the pier of this picturesque spot. Similarly, the excursion to the Hua Hum region, near the border with Chile, invites discovery of the Valdivian jungle, the Chachín waterfall, and the beaches of Lake Nontué, all within an environment of lush vegetation and clear waters.

The offerings diversify with the changing seasons. During the winter, the focus shifts toward Cerro Chapelco, where Tangol facilitates access to the ski center and organizes complementary activities such as snowshoeing in Valle Escondido. In the warmer months, rafting on the Chimehuin River provides the necessary dose of adrenaline with medium-intensity rapids, ideal for family enjoyment.

With an emphasis on conscious tourism and respect for the natural environment, Tangol Tours provides a consolidated range of services—from airport transfers to full-day expeditions—ensuring that every traveler finds their own way to connect with the untamed nature of Neuquén.