Whitewater rafting and paddiing in Manso river

If you are looking for action, our river offer the perfect setting for an unforgettable adventures. Rafting is to descent in a raft a river over its rapids. This rapids are produced by the water stream over rocks and holes giving movement and waves to the water surface. The rivers are classified according to the level of difficulty in 6 different classes, where class VI is almost impossible to navigate with a raft while class I is almost still water. By general rule the rafts have a maximum capacity of 8 people plus the rafting guide, who is responsible to give the paddling and navigation instructions and is also a conoceour of the region.

The Nahuel Huapi national park rivers offer an ideal setting for rafting and kayaking. Its pristine crystal clear waters give you the unique opportunity to drink water from the raft while paddling, one of the few parts of the world that you are able to do this. If you are a nature lover or an adrenaline emotions seeker you will enjoy with us an unforgettable experience. Extremo Sur offers a wide variety of tours for: adventurers, families, groups of friends, companies, etc.
we invite you to choose the program, that most suites you. This same tours can be done with kayaks and duckies (inflatable kayak) according to your paddling level. Please contact us and we will tell you which tour is more suitable for you.

Manso river Inferior (class II-III)

This is the most popular adventure excursion, ideal for beginners starting their first paddling steps in mountain rivers rafting. Convenient for families with children. Sandy beaches, exciting rapids and all the splendor of the Andean Patagonian forest..
No prior experience required. Minimum age: 6 years.
Duration: daily, Staring at: 10:00 hs. Ending at: 19:00 Hs
River section: Steffen lake to Villegas sawmill
Includes: Transfer service, guides, river equipment (with neoprene pants and jacket), lunch and snack.

Manso river to the Chilean - Argentine border (class III-IV)

Rafting in the heart of the Andes. Reaches the border with Chile rafting over the best rapids through stretch basalt gorges and canyons surrounded by exuberant vegetation. This is the most exciting tour for action seekers.
Requirements: medium fitness level and swimming experience. We recommend a previous rafting experience. Minimum age: 14 years.
Duration: Whole day. Starting at: 08:30 Hs Ending at: 19:00 Hs
River section: John's property ranch to Chilean border.
Includes: transfer service, guides, kayak's support, river equipment (with neoprene pants and jacket), morning coffee service and barbecue for lunch.

Multiday Trips

Manso Combo [Inferior + Chilean border] class III-IV
If you want to enjoy two days at full we offer you this combined tour: starting paddling the Inferior section of the Manso river, then we drive to John's property ranch where we set out for camping. Here at night we feast on barbecued patagonian lamb, a regional specialty. The following morning, after breakfast, we get into the water again to go rafting the last section of the Manso river in Argentina, straight to the Chilean border.
Duration: Two days. Starting at: 10:00 Hs Ending at: 19:00 Hs
River section: Manso Inferior + Manso to the Chilean border
Includes: transfer service, guides, kayak's support for day 2, river equipment (with neoprene pants and jacket), camping equipment and full boarding.

Expedition Manso river (class III-IV)

A integral tour that combines along 55 km, the most beautiful landscapes with the best rafting in Manso river. Once we get all our stuff on board of the rafts for the whole three days Manso river expedition, the only humans we will see are the scarce local inhabitants or a random passer by. While descending the river we stop for camping at the river banks. At the camps you will have all the necessary comfort that you may need to stay for the night in this remote places.
Duration: Three days. Starting at: 10:00 Hs Ending at: 19:00 Hs
River section: Steffen lake - Chilean border
Includes: transfer service, guides, ,kayak's support for day 3, river equipment (with neoprene pants and jacket), support raft, dry sack for personal clothing, camping equipment, full boarding. (3 meals daily)


Aluminé river (class III-IV)
Three days rafting in one of the most attractive rivers in Argentina. Ancient araucanian forests surrounds the most extent rapids in Patagonia. Those who seek emotions and adventure will not be disappointed.
Requirements: medium fitness level and swimming experience. We recommend a previous rafting experience. Minimum age: 14 years.
Duration: Three days. Starting at: 07:00 Hs Ending at: 20:00 Hs
Includes: transfer service, guides, river rafting equipment (with neoprene pants and jacket), supporting kayak, hotel and full boarding during the whole expedition.

Contact Extremo Sur Rafting & Duckies paddling:
Morales 765 - San Carlos de Bariloche
phone /fax: +54(2944) 427301
e-mail: info@extremosur.com
Casilla de Correo 1433 - (8400) San Carlos de Bariloche - Río Negro - Patagonia - Argentina

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