Cerro Tronador (Refugio Otto Meiling)

This two-day Patagonia hike leads to Refugio Otto Meiling on the slopes of Cerro Tronador, one of the most prominent peaks in the Bariloche region. The route climbs through coihue and lenga forests before emerging onto a high rocky ridge that culminates at the refuge (1,905m). Positioned between the Castaño Overa and Alerce glaciers, the stay offers a unique opportunity to witness active glacial calving. The trail follows a well-defined path of forest floor and alpine rock, with a final sustained push to reach the rocky spine where the hut perches.

Route Typology: Tropical Lowland Jungle / Coastal Traverse. Corcovado's most well-known route is the approx. 20km trek from La Leona Ranger Station to the remote Sirena Ranger Station. The Osa Peninsula has been described by National Geographic as one of the most biologically intense regions on Earth, and this trail provides a direct immersion in its primary rainforest. The route alternates between dense, humid forest canopy and long, exposed beach stretches. It is a strictly regulated expedition where a certified guide is mandatory. Hikers must time their movement with the Pacific tides to safely navigate rocky headlands that become impassable during high water.