
We spent two days here walking along the shores of Lake Traful, riding horses through the Patagonian steppe, watching deer stroll the valley at sunrise and sunset, and gathering together in the evenings to share meals with fellow guests and family members. This is a video of our experience there.
Thank you to Estancia Arroyo Verde for inviting us to experience this corner of Patagonia!
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This is What a PATAGONIAN BEACH Looks Like! 😍✨ | Staying at Estancia Arroyo Verde in Patagonia
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Discover Estancia Arroyo Verde | Hidden Patagonian Beach & Mountain Retreat: Hiking + Horse Trekking
🌄 Welcome to Estancia Arroyo Verde • Patagonia’s Hidden Lakeside Lodge
Experience wild Patagonian beauty, endless tranquillity and intimate lodge life. Here’s your scene-by-scene guide to our two-night stay:
Wind-Swept Arrival
Intense Patagonian gusts roar across Lake Traful, making it feel like an ocean—today’s activities canceled, but tomorrow promises calm.
Estancia History & Location
Nestled in Nahuel Huapi National Park (Argentina’s oldest), this family-run lodge sits 1½ h north of Bariloche along Route 237.
Owned by the same family since 1934, this 435 000-acre sheep ranch doubles as a world-class fly-fishing retreat.
Main Lodge Tour
Warm wood-panelled rooms with cosy beamed ceilings.
Private couples’ cabins perched above the lake—ideal for families or friends, with panoramic mountain views.
Sun Lounge: favourite spot for sunset cocktails overlooking colourful gardens & Andean peaks.
Scenic Drive “Enchanted Valley”
Follow National Route 237 past the Limay River amphitheatre lookout & the spiky “Finger of God” rock formations—Patagonia at its most dramatic.
Furry Lodge Locals
Dozens of friendly dogs and cats roam freely, offering endless cuddle breaks between adventures.
Day 2: Frosty Dawn & Deer Sighting
Woke to a golden sunrise and a stag grazing near the lodge—mountain magic at its finest.
Hearty Lodge Breakfast
Buffet of deli meats, cheeses, freshly baked breads, eggs & bacon on demand: perfect fuel for a full day outdoors.
Hike to Río Traful
Morning forest trek along rocky canyons to the crystal-clear Río Traful—autumn leaves ablaze in reds, oranges & ochres.
Patagonian “Beach” Reveal
A hidden lakeshore cove—turquoise water framed by soaring peaks. On calm summer days, guests swim or kayak here.
Fly-Fishing Facts
Strictly catch-&-release on rainbow trout, brown trout & landlocked Atlantic salmon. November–April season; guide & license required.
Riverside Picnic Lunch
Fresh mixed salad, chicken, olives & corn plus artisan breads & a bottle of Vino Tinto—al fresco dining at its best.
Bodegón-Style Pastas at Don Chiquino
Back-in-town dinner: Patagonian trout lasagna in pine-mushroom cream & ricotta-mushroom sorrentinos in spicy puttanesca—with glasses of red.
Sauna, Scottish Shower & Jacuzzi
Afternoon pampering to melt away biking and trekking muscle aches. Private bookings with lake-view serenity.
Forest Walk at La Cascada Reserve
Urban nature trail to a waterfall lookout—golden afternoon light making every fern glow.
Sunset Horse Trek
Untamed rides through steppe, pine forests & riverside meadows. The lodge’s well-trained horses & eager canine escorts made it unforgettable.
Pisco Sour Tradition
Evenings by the crackling fireplace, swapping travel tales with fellow guests over signature pre-dinner cocktails.
Clay-Oven Empanadas & Patagonian Lamb BBQ
Gourmet empanadas from the horno de barro, followed by spit-roasted Cordero Patagónico and seasonal roasted vegetables.
Farewell to Arroyo Verde
Final mornings exploring hidden rapids, trout-spotting in emerald waters, and one last scenic drive back to reality.
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