Nahuel Huapi Traverse (4 Refugios)

The Nahuel Huapi Traverse is a multi-day hut-to-hut route that circumnavigates the mountain ranges adjacent to San Carlos de Bariloche. The trail follows a high-alpine path, connecting four distinct mountain refugios via ridgelines, loose scree slopes, and granite passes. The terrain is characterized by a mix of Andean forest and exposed high-altitude terrain, where route-finding and stability on loose rock are primary requirements. The system of stone huts (refugios) provides a logistical framework for the journey, though hikers must be prepared for sustained physical output in an exposed mountain environment.

Standing between two oceans. Volcán Barú is an active stratovolcano and the highest point in Panama (3,474m). This is a uniquely challenging hike that covers 27km (17 miles) round-trip, typically done at night to reach the summit for sunrise. On exceptionally clear days, this is one of the only places on Earth where you can see both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea simultaneously. The trail is a rugged, unrelenting climb through cloud forest and volcanic rock to a summit filled with communication antennas and scenic 360-degree views.