Indigenous Villages of Patagonia Tour

On this tour of the indigenous villages of Bariloche, we will learn about the history, culture, and customs of the Patagonians and Mapuches prior to European colonization.

Description

Meet us at the Tourism Information Office in Civic Center Plaza as we explore Patagonia's history.

On this Bariloche tour, we will uncover the origins of this Argentine region by examining the stories of its pre-European colonization inhabitants, including the Patagonians, Mapuches, and Canoeros.

Who were these indigenous peoples, and what customs shaped their lives? We will discuss these questions while exploring Bariloche, starting at the Civic Center and moving to the shores of Lake Nahuel Huapi, where we will encounter their sculptures and learn about their symbolism.

Next, we will visit the Church of Nuestra Señora del Nahuel Huapi to understand the relationship between the indigenous peoples of Patagonia and the Catholic Church. Following this, we will tour the Museum of Patagonia, which contains artifacts from Patagonian, Mapuche, and canoeist cultures. Participants have the option to enter the museum with our guide for a closer look at these artifacts.

The tour will conclude with our return to the departure point after an hour and a half of historical exploration.