Argentina · Trekking

Colorado Hill Trekking Tour from San Martin de los Andes

8 Hours Round trip from San Martín de los Andes Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Full-day guided trek to the summit of Cerro Colorado
  • 02 Walk through pampa, streams, beech forest, and volcanic terrain
  • 03 See geological formations linked to an old volcanic cone
  • 04 Enjoy 360-degree views over Lake Lácar and surrounding peaks
  • 05 Spot landmarks including Lanín Volcano, Chapelco, and Cerro Lolog
  • 06 Small-group experience with a professional mountain guide
  • 07 Hotel pickup and drop-off from selected central hotels

Discover the dramatic landscapes of Cerro Colorado on this full-day trekking experience from San Martín de los Andes. After pickup from selected downtown hotels, travel to the base of the hill and set out on a guided hike through pampa, streams, and towering beech forest as the scenery gradually opens up around you.

As you climb, the terrain changes from dense vegetation to rocky viewpoints and volcanic ground, revealing the geological character of this extinct volcano. At the summit, enjoy sweeping 360-degree views over Lake Lácar, Lanín Volcano, Chapelco, Cerro Abanico, Cerro Lolog, and the surrounding mountain ranges.

Led by a professional mountain guide and operated in a small group, this tour is a rewarding choice for travellers who want an active day in nature with striking scenery and fascinating volcanic landscapes.

At the summit, enjoy sweeping 360-degree views over Lake Lácar, Lanín Volcano, Chapelco, Cerro Abanico, Cerro Lolog, and the surrounding mountain ranges.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities San Martin de los Andes, Lanín National Park, Lácar Lake
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

San Martin de los Andes

We will start our tour from downtown hotels in San Martin de los Andes. We will go to the base of the hill by vehicle and then begin the trekking.

Colorado Volcano

Having started walking , cross the pampa that will bring us to the same base. Bordering a stream will start entering into a gigantic forest of beech trees that reach 30 meters. high and reedy Colihues internaremos us increasingly in a canyon that proposes a not very demanding but constant ascent. As we go up the vegetation becomes increasingly stunted and allow us to get a better view of the entire Lacar Watershed until it becomes bushes. We cross a lot of natural viewpoints of rock and reach the pre-summit, where we begin to see a floor that will become redder until the embroidered. The texture of each rock is very similar to pumice and this is because they will be arriving at the old volcanic cone with its different eruptions, solidified lava bath summit entire sector. Enjoy the view of this crystal-clear lake from the top of the Colorado Hill 

Colorado Hill Viewpoint

The summit is the epicenter of the area, as it offers have a clear view of 360 degrees. Lake Lacar, the mountain range of Chapelco, Cerro Abanico, the mountain range in its entirety, Cerro Sabana, Mallo, Lago and Cerro Lolog, Lanín Volcano and countless other points of reference.

The ascent will take on average about 3 hours and a couple more for the return to the base. At this time we can add the stops for photos, moisturize and the full enjoyment that will give us a unique summit. 

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from San Martín de los Andes 3 cities · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Professional guide (member of Argentine Association Of Mountain Guides)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Medical-Pharmaceutical and Rescue Coverage Insurance
  • Liability Insurance
  • Afternoon Snacks

What's Not Included

  • Gratuities
  • National Park Fee
  • Lunch

Know before you go

  • The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels in San Martin de los Andes. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel.
  • We suggest you confirm the booking details with us prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions, back problems, pregnant travelers.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
San Martín de los Andes, AR
Tour start
San Martín de los Andes, AR
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in San Martín de los Andes.

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