El Bolsón
Discover El Bolsón
El Bolsón is a city in Rio Negro. It is known for its artisan community and its wealth of natural attractions including rivers, forests and mountains, which attract outdoors enthusiasts. El Bolsón is a town situated in the southwest of Río Negro Province, Argentina, at the foot of the Piltriquitron Mountain. Due to a series of valleys through the mountains of Chile to the Pacific Ocean, El Bolsón has an unusually mild climate for its southern location.
What to Experience in El Bolsón
Taste of El Bolsón...
There are many hostels, though none are located on the main strip (50-60 pesos in dorm). They get booked up in the high season so if you're picky you should book in advance. Hostel La Casita Naranja at Dr. Armando Miklos 3557 is one option, with an option for an add-on breakfast and chance to mingle with fellow backpackers. Cheaper camping is available in sites across the river. Due to the high concentration of backpackers, WiFi can be found everywhere, though not necessarily free.
Essential Information
Getting There
Multiple OptionsThere are buses from Buenos Aires via Bariloche. You can also get there from Trelew. El Bolsón is a small place and is easily walkable. There was a bus service in 2010 to get from the downtown to nearby trailheads. The markets in the city centre are worthwhile. The hiking in the area is really fantastic and the views from the city are lovely. Hiking in the area is popular. The Club Andino Piltriquitron can provide information. You should register with them if you plan on doing any multi-day trips and they can store your luggage for a small fee. There are a number of refugios which you can visit during your hike. Some of these cabins have hot showers, bathrooms, unlimited yerba mate, meals etc. There is a range in how rustic these cabins are. You can camp around them and use facilities, or, if you don't have your camping gear (but do have a sleeping bag), you can sleep in the upstairs for a small fee....
Getting Around & Staying
Getting Around
El Bolsón is a small place and is easily walkable. There was a bus service in 2010 to get from the downtown to nearby trailheads. The markets in the city centre are worthwhile. The hiking in the area is really fantastic and the views from the city are lovely. Hiking in the area is popular. The Club Andino Piltriquitron can provide information. You should register with them if you plan on doing any multi-day trips and they can store your luggage for a small fee. There are a number of refugios which you can visit during your hike. Some of these cabins have hot showers, bathrooms, unlimited yerba mate, meals etc. There is a range in how rustic these cabins are. You can camp around them and use facilities, or, if you don't have your camping gear (but do have a sleeping bag), you can sleep in the upstairs for a small fee. Many of these refugios sell homemade beer, wine, and food- much of which is grown or raised on-site.
Where to Stay
There are many hostels, though none are located on the main strip (50-60 pesos in dorm). They get booked up in the high season so if you're picky you should book in advance. Hostel La Casita Naranja at Dr. Armando Miklos 3557 is one option, with an option for an add-on breakfast and chance to mingle with fellow backpackers. Cheaper camping is available in sites across the river. Due to the high concentration of backpackers, WiFi can be found everywhere, though not necessarily free.
Money & Budget
Hairdressers. There is only 1 in town as for as is noticeable. By the service station on the main road. I guess hippies don't cut their hair much :) There are many hostels, though none are located on the main strip (50-60 pesos in dorm). They get booked up in the high season so if you're picky you should book in advance. Hostel La Casita Naranja at Dr. Armando Miklos 3557 is one option, with an option for an add-on breakfast and chance to mingle with fellow backpackers. Cheaper camping is available in sites across the river. Due to the high concentration of backpackers, WiFi can be found everywhere, though not necessarily free.