FLY&RIDE • 2 DEPARTURES MARCH 2027
Lakes & Volcanoes Fly&Ride 2027 — Andean Lake District
Fly into Bariloche or San Martín de los Andes, ride a UpSerra BMW R1300GS through 7 lakes, 4 volcanoes and two crossings of the Andes between Argentina and Chile.
1,340 km · 6–7 days · Moderate level.
This is the tour for riders who want Patagonia without the wear of 4,000 km from Brazil to get there. You fly straight into Bariloche or San Martín de los Andes, land, and the BMW R1300GS prepared by UpSerra is already waiting. 6–7 days, 1,340 km of scenic roads through turquoise lakes, araucaria forests, snow-capped volcanoes and crossings of the Andes — twice.
The route starts in San Martín de los Andes, on the shore of Lake Lacar, on the Seven Lakes Route. It crosses to Pucón in Chile through the Lanín Volcano region, continues to Puerto Varas with views of the Osorno Volcano and Lake Llanquihue. It then explores Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park with Lake of All Saints, returns to Argentina via Villa La Angostura, and closes in Bariloche with the iconic Circuito Chico in Nahuel Huapi National Park.
March is the end of the southern summer in Northern Patagonia — stable weather, 15-25°C, long days with daylight until 9 p.m. One of the best windows of the year to ride this region. Moderate level, 190 km/day average, good asphalt. The full logistics is UpSerra: bike, hotels, bilingual guides, support vehicle. You only need ID/passport, a Category A motorcycle license and your inbound flight.
The route crosses the Andes twice: Paso Mamuil Malal (into Chile through the Lanín Volcano region) and Paso Cardenal Samoré (back into Argentina via Villa La Angostura). In between: two nights in Puerto Varas with Osorno Volcano and Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, and Bariloche with Circuito Chico and Nahuel Huapi. The most compact Fly&Ride in the UpSerra calendar.
AVAILABLE DEPARTURES
Pick your departure
ROUTE MAP
Northern Patagonia loop · Andes ↔ Andes
Day-by-day itinerary
Reference itinerary is the 7-day version (Departure II). Departure I (6 days) compresses arrival + the 7 Lakes Route into a single day.
DAY 01 · ARRIVAL
Arrival in San Martín de los Andes
You land at Chapelco airport (San Martín) or Bariloche, and the UpSerra team meets you. Transfer to the hotel by Lake Lacar. Technical briefing, BMW R1300GS handover, final adjustments. Welcome dinner with the group.
DAY 02 · 100 KM · SEVEN LAKES ROUTE
San Martín → San Martín (Seven Lakes Route)
First riding day to settle into the scenic roads of the region. Loop along the famous Seven Lakes Route with photo stops — Lakes Faulkner, Villarino, Falkner, Hermoso. Landscapes that explain why this route is famous in the world of motorcycle touring. Back to San Martín by late afternoon.
DAY 03 · 180 KM · LANÍN VOLCANO
San Martín → Pucón
Andes crossing into Chile through the imposing Lanín Volcano region (3,776 m, perfect snow-capped cone). Paso Mamuil Malal — AR-CL border. Spectacular landscapes of araucaria forests and lakes. Arrival in vibrant Pucón, a town on the shore of Lake Villarrica with views of the still-active Villarrica Volcano.
DAY 04 · 400 KM · OSORNO VOLCANO
Pucón → Puerto Varas
Epic day across Chilean villages, lakes and volcanoes. Lunch in Frutillar with privileged views of the Osorno Volcano reflected in the waters of Lake Llanquihue — a town colonized by Germans in the 19th century, with preserved Germanic gastronomy. Arrival in Puerto Varas by late afternoon.
DAY 05 · 200 KM · PETROHUÉ NATIONAL PARK
Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park
Day exploring around Lake of All Saints and Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, the oldest in Chile. Climb to the Osorno Volcano viewpoint, visit the Petrohué Falls (turquoise waterfalls over volcanic rock). Second night in Puerto Varas.
DAY 06 · 360 KM · BACK TO ARGENTINA
Puerto Varas → Bariloche
Crossing back into Argentina via Paso Cardenal Samoré, through wild Northern Patagonia landscapes. Stop at Villa La Angostura on the shore of Lake Nahuel Huapi, and arrival at the charming San Carlos de Bariloche by late afternoon.
DAY 07 · CLOSING · CIRCUITO CHICO
Bariloche · Circuito Chico
Closing in style with the Circuito Chico inside Nahuel Huapi National Park. Cerro Campanario lookout, Llao Llao Hotel, Punto Panorámico, the bridge over Lake Moreno. Lunch with local chocolate. Bike handover by late afternoon.
The route in images
What’s included
Included
- BMW R1300GS prepared by UpSerra (always included)
- Bilingual guide throughout the tour
- Mechanical support vehicle
- Selected hotels (5–6 nights)
- Welcome briefing in San Martín + closing in Bariloche
- Professional photography and video coverage
- Full route, border and refueling planning
- AR↔CL paperwork support
Not included
- Brazil → Bariloche (BRC) or San Martín (CPC) flight
- Fuel during the tour
- Meals (breakfast included; some group dinners noted)
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
Pricing
BMW R1300GS prepared by UpSerra always included. Brazil → Bariloche or San Martín flight on the rider.
⚠️ 2026 reference values held — 2027 update coming soon. Lock pricing on signup.
| Package | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Rider — Twin Room (BMW R1300GS included) | USD 5,800 |
| Rider — Single Room (BMW R1300GS included) | USD 7,800 |
| Couple — Double Room (BMW R1300GS included) | USD 7,800 |
International wire / SWIFT
Lock-in rate at signup
Credit card
Up to 12 installments · Check rates
Down payment + balance
Until trip date · Flexible split with the team
What you need before the trip
- Category A motorcycle license (international permit recommended for AR/CL)
- Brazil → Bariloche (BRC) or San Martín (CPC) flight with arrival by D1 of your chosen departure (Mar 1 or Mar 8, 2027) and return from the day after the closing
- Travel insurance with motorcycle activity coverage (we send a reference list on signup)
- Riding gear (jacket, pants, gloves, boots, helmet) — the BMW is provided, gear is yours
Because the bike belongs to UpSerra, no CRLV, vehicle authorization or Green Card insurance is required from you — all BMW paperwork and AR↔CL border crossings are handled by the team.
Reserve your spot in the Lakes & Volcanoes Fly&Ride 2027
Drop your details and our team will reach out on WhatsApp to confirm payment and send paperwork. Reply within 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions
How does the Fly&Ride format work?
You buy a Brazil → Bariloche (BRC) or San Martín (CPC) flight. UpSerra meets you at the airport on D1, transfers you to the hotel in San Martín de los Andes and hands over the prepared BMW R1300GS. On the last day, the bike is returned in Bariloche. The bike is ours — you don’t need to bring anything besides your gear, ID/passport and Category A license.
Which airport — Bariloche or San Martín?
Bariloche (BRC) has more direct flights from Brazil (LATAM, Aerolíneas) and is where the tour ends. San Martín (CPC, Chapelco airport) is 30 km from the starting hotel and has fewer flights. Suggestion: arrive in Bariloche and depart from Bariloche too. UpSerra arranges transfer from San Martín when needed and advises on the best routing.
What weather to expect in March in Northern Patagonia?
March is the end of the southern summer — one of the best windows of the year. Daytime temperatures of 15-25°C, with nature still green and the lakes peak blue. Long days with daylight until 9 p.m. The Cordillera can have temperature swings, so layered gear matters. Rain probability is low but not zero — we ride with rain layers.
What’s the difference between Departure I (6 days) and Departure II (7 days)?
Departure I (Mar 1–6, 6 days) compresses the start: arrival and the Seven Lakes Route happen on the same day. The Chile → Bariloche stages are identical. Departure II (Mar 8–14, 7 days) has an extra acclimatization day, with the Seven Lakes Route separated from the arrival, no rush. Pick I if you have a tight schedule; pick II if you want to ease into Patagonia.
How tough is this tour?
Moderate level. 100% asphalt, comfortable averages (190 km/day), with short stages and a single long stage (400 km on D4 Pucón → Puerto Varas). Challenges are the curves on the Andes serra and occasional crosswind in the cordillera. If you have experience on big bikes (700cc+) and have ridden the Brazilian serra, you’re ready.
Is the BMW R1300GS always included? Is there a no-bike option?
Yes — BMW R1300GS always included. There is no no-bike option on this tour. Since the client flies into Argentina, the logistics only make sense if the UpSerra bike is waiting at the destination. Riders who prefer to use their own bike should consider the Lakes & Volcanoes November 2027 tour, which departs from Lages with own bike.
SPOT RESERVATION
Reserve your spot in the Lakes & Volcanoes Fly&Ride 2027
Drop your details and our team will reach out on WhatsApp to confirm payment and send paperwork. Reply within 24 hours.
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