Non-Fishing Activities

Complement your fly fishing trip in Patagonia Argentina with some non fishing activities as you get to know and enjoy San Martin de los Andes and Junin de los Andes area.

Mountain Bike

Trail riding, cross country and downhill riding on two wheels.

The setting serving as a backdrop for the city of San Martin de los Andes and its surroundings have the optimal conditions to ride a mountain bike. Discover hidden corners of the region and learn more about the native cultures while riding inside the amazing Andean Patagonian forest.
Countless trails, steep trails, improved paths as well as crossing of small rivers and streams will raise your adrenaline levels, and will bring lots of fun as an exciting addition to your trip.

Hiking

Discover the most remote places of Patagonia on foot.

Regardless of whether you are a long or short hikes enthusiast, San Martín de los Andes foothills area provides countless trails to enjoy. Panoramic viewpoints, waterfalls, streams and native millenary forests frame each of the proposed trips of unparallel beauty.

Grab your hiking boots and backpack, and get ready to get out!

Rafting

Rapids filled with pure adrenaline and fun.

The upper and mid sections of the Aluminé River and the upper section of the famous Chimehuín River have a perfect water structure for water rafting in Northern Patagonia.
Grade I, II, II+, III, IV and IV+ rapids offer several choices for all ages and levels, and all programs surely guarantee to raise your adrenaline to unthinkable levels, and, above all, lots of fun.
Half-day and full-day programs allow our customers to adapt this activity to their traveling schedule and preferences in a very flexible way.

Kayak

Rowing through a postcard.

Kayaking thorough Lacar and Machonico lakes prystine waters, admiring the beauty and majesty of the surroundings.
There are programs for all levels, even for those who have never been on a kayak before. All programs comply with the maximum security measures required by regulatory authorities and are led by specialized trained guides with the necessary permits.

SPA & Relax

Take the time your body needs to relax.

After each activity we take on, even while traveling or on vacation, the body requires time to recover and relax.
The offer is to take some time off during your fly fishing trip and take a moment for yourself, recovering energy to make the most of what is to come. Enjoy a relaxation program based on water systems and different types of massage. Your body and mind will surely thank you.

Horseback riding

Let’s saddle up and take the reins tight!

Get inside the natural andean forest horseback riding through its countless trails in the surroundings of San Martin de los Andes, crossing rivers and streams, discovering the most hidden corners of the region.

Expert guides will not only set the pace, but will also help to know horses in detail, explain how to interact with them, making of this tour a program suitable for the whole family. Without a doubt one of the activities that will bring you closer to nature.

Conventional Touring

A conventional way to discover San Martin de los Andes sorroundings.

Northern Patagonia is filled with beautiful places to visit. Several conventional tourist locations will bring you closer to discovering each corner of the most representative tourist attractions in the region.

Requiring no major physical efforts, you only have to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery brought to us by this magical area with each step.

Darrel Vessels

20:20 22 May 24

Estaban and his team are first class. They arranged everything for the week. Making the trip so easy. And of course, the fishing. Each day we fished different water. Including a really fun overnight camping trip 1/2 way through a river float. We pulled up to the campsite that was totally set up with tents cots and sleeping bags. And, we enjoyed roasted lamb over an open fire. 3 rivers and a lake (really fun). Estaban and guides put us on plenty of fish over the 6 fishing days.Estaban and his family made us feel really welcome to Patagonia. And the food? Awesome. I would definitely recommend. Southern Loops.

Diane Bradley

20:31 18 Mar 24

Esteban and his crew of guides were amazing. A group of 8 women anglers spent a week fishing in Patagonia on several rivers. We enjoyed our time on and off the rivers and lake. The fishing was both fun and challenging. The fishing, accommodations and food were well worth the value.

Nancy Downes-LeGuin

16:40 16 Mar 24

Just got back from an amazing all women’s fishing adventure with Southern Loops in Patagonia! I had never fly fished before, and was with a group that was much more experienced. The guides were excellent at accommodating different skill levels in the same boat and helping me catch a big rainbow my first day! I highly recommend Southern Loops. They are professional, knowledgeable, patient, kind and very friendly.

Julie McMurchie

18:58 12 Mar 24

Esteban and his crew were amazing. The communication before our trip, the details and support during the trip, and most importantly our time on the water all went off beautifully! The guides were knowledgeable and funny and very helpful to both the very experienced in our group and to the one guest who had never fished before. I absolutely recommend SouthernLoops!

Ron Kaye

23:33 05 Mar 24

My Fifth trip to the region for my Summer (there) fly fishing fix. Southern Loops does it all right. Highly organized and accommodating, every aspect of my trip with Esteban and the crew was a pleasure. It was a very personalized adventure not corporate like some trips can be. If you can, go!

Daniel Pebbles

23:13 05 Mar 24

My third time in Patagonia, and Southern Loops was the BEST!Great guides, food and fun. They are really well organized to get you to where the fish are and keep you comfortable and safe. I'll be going back!!

Kevin Wang

23:54 04 Mar 24

If you are looking for one of the best guided fly fishing experiences you can have in Patagonia (Lakes District), SouthernLoops should be your first choice. Esteban and his family run SouthernLoops like a well oiled machine. Everything is so well organized and thoughtful - two words not ordinarily associated with fly fishing guiding services. From airport transfers, to hotels, to your time in cities on your way to Patagonia, and of course the fishing experience itself, it’s all taken care of and run professionally but with a lovely personal touch by Esteban and his team.My wife and I had one of our favorite shared travel memories during our week with Esteban. I certainly cannot wait to return for round 2.

Mike Gregg

21:13 19 Mar 23

My son and I had the good fortune of fishing with Esteban for 3 days on 3 different rivers. He treated us like family. Esteban is very knowledgeable about all aspects of fly fishing but his most impressive attribute was his commitment to the protection of the fish as well as the environment they depend on. If you have a chance to make the journey to Patagonia and have the opportunity to fish with Esteban and his team, you will experience the trip of a lifetime! We caught LOTS of fish! Tight lines!Mike & Benny

Phil Strader

18:51 13 Feb 23

Out trip with Esteban, his guides, and the entire team at Southernloops was without question one of the most memorable experiences of my life. The fly fishing was good, the guides worked hard to help maximize our experience, and the service provided by Esteban and his team was immaculate! The scenery, the food, the wine, the culture, and the guides were all outstanding. Also, I was able to share this trip with my two sons and a good friend…and Esteban and his team went out of their way to make sure we maximized our experience. The personal touch was absolutely incredible….so if you’re looking for a 5 Star fishing experience in Patagonia I would highly recommend Esteban and Southern Loops!!