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Explore Colorado Volcano on a Guided Adventure from San Martin de los Andes
Experience a full-day guided trekking tour to the summit of Cerro Colorado, an extinct volcano in the Neuquén province of Argentina, where you'll enjoy stunning panoramic views from 5,833 feet (1,778 meters); after hotel pickup in San Martín de los Andes, an experienced guide leads you on a moderate hike, pointing out local plants and unique geological formations as you ascend, and small-group sizes limited to 12 ensure a personalized Outdoor & Nature and Adventure & Thrill experience tailored to your plans in the region.
About this activity in San Martin de los Andes
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Trek to the summit of Cerro Colorado for panoramic views over San Martin de los Andes and the surrounding Andean landscapes.
- Enjoy a guided, moderate full-day hike led by a certified mountain guide who explains local plants and geological features along the route.
- Small-group experience (limited to 12) for a more personalized ascent and better opportunities for photos at the top.
- Afternoon snacks, hotel pickup and drop-off, and mountain-rescue insurance are included for a worry-free day in the region.
Important Information
- You must be at least 12 years old and have a moderate fitness level; the hike is not recommended for travelers with serious cardiovascular, spinal, or pregnancy-related restrictions.
- Bring your own lunch, sun protection and comfortable hiking clothes; in winter (June–September) wear warm layers, waterproof boots and snow gloves - snowshoes and a specialized guide are provided in snowy conditions.
- A minimum of two people is required per booking; group size stays small to preserve quality, and gratuities and national park fees are not included.
- Confirm exact pickup time and any seasonal equipment details on your voucher; the outing can vary between a trekking or snowshoe experience depending on weather.
Meeting Point
Pickup is at your hotel lobby in San Martin de los Andes; please confirm the exact pickup time and meeting instructions on your booking voucher or contact Varoom before the tour.
Includes
- Enjoy afternoon snacks provided during the activity to recharge after your outing in the area.
- Benefit from medical-pharmaceutical and rescue coverage insurance for added peace of mind while exploring near San Martin de los Andes.
- Take advantage of hotel pickup and drop-off for easy transfers to and from the meeting point in the region.
- Travel covered by liability insurance to protect participants throughout the experience.
- Explore with a professional guide who is a member of the Argentine Association of Mountain Guides, ensuring local expertise and safety.
Excludes
- Gratuities are not included-plan to tip guides and staff at your discretion.
- National park fee is excluded; you are responsible for paying any park entrance charges.
- Lunch is not included, so you should bring your own meal as required.
Other
- This experience is not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health; assess your fitness before booking in this mountainous area.
- Not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries-please avoid if you have back concerns.
- Pregnant travelers are not recommended to participate for safety reasons.
- You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness to enjoy the activity around San Martin de los Andes.
- Minimum age is 12 years; travelers under 12 cannot join this outing.
- Bookings require a minimum of 2 people-plan with a partner or friend to confirm your reservation.
- Bring sunblock and wear comfortable clothes and shoes to stay protected and comfortable during daytime excursions here.
- During the winter months (June through September) wear warm clothes, waterproof boots and snow gloves to stay safe and warm in snowy conditions.
- You must bring your own lunch-pack accordingly for full-day outings in the region.
- Small-group tour limited to 20 people for a more personal experience and better local engagement.
- Winter outings include snowshoes and a specialized guide for high-mountain travel due to greater risks on snow and ice; note the higher cost reflects this added safety and equipment.
- In summer the outing is led by a trekking guide and is conducted without snowshoes, adapting the experience to seasonal conditions in the area.
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Know more about San Martin de los Andes
You’ll trek an extinct volcano that rewards you with sweeping summit views of the surrounding lakes and Andes foothills. This full-day guided trekking tour emphasizes local plants and geological formations, so you get both adventure and scenery on a single Outdoor & Nature experience near San Martín de los Andes.
In winter months (June through September) the outing requires snowshoes and a specialized high-mountain guide due to snow and ice, while in summer the trek is led by a trekking guide without snowshoes. Dress and footwear recommendations change accordingly: warm, waterproof boots and snow gloves in winter; comfortable clothes and shoes and sunblock in summer.
The tour is run as a small-group experience to keep it personalized; numbers are limited to 12 participants, so your guide can provide focused attention while pointing out local flora, rock formations, and route highlights.
The ascent is described as a moderate hike up a 1,778-meter (5,833-foot) mountain, so you should have at least a moderate level of fitness. The tour is not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, spinal injuries, or pregnant travelers, and the minimum age is 12 years.
Yes - reaching the summit offers some of the best panoramic views of the region, giving you plenty of opportunities for landscape photography and to take in the volcanic geology and mountain scenery around San Martín de los Andes.
You must bring your own lunch and are advised to pack sunblock and comfortable clothes and shoes; in winter, add warm clothing, waterproof boots and snow gloves. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, a professional guide, afternoon snacks, rescue and liability insurance, and medical-pharmaceutical coverage.
