The park ranger Luis Arias, ATE delegate spoke to Radio Nihuil last Friday, and confirmed that unfortunately there was no agreement with the Environment Secretariat; therefore the season of Aconcagua Provincial Park does not begin today. The request of personnel, clothing, communications, vehicles, among others, needed to cater for tourists and protect the flora and fauna of the province of Mendoza were made in May, and we reach this date with the same deficiency, without obtaining a favorable response.

Park rangers are not only needed for Aconcagua, but for all other protected areas in the region, said Arias.

After the meeting, it was decided for tomorrow at 10 am a parity with the Secretariat of Environment and after it, to convene a meeting of rangers that will depend on the government’s response.

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Posteado el November 16, 2009 - Categorizado en Argentina, Argentina Tourism, Mendoza Tourism, Mount Anconcagua

Capilla nuestra señora de la Asunción in Villa la Angostura

Capilla nuestra señora de la Asunción in Villa la Angostura is a beautiful chapel that was built in 1936. The architect Bustillo did a wonderful work in this chapel located just 473 kilometres away from the city of Neuquén, an interesting tourist destination in your next travel Argentina.

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It is a charming site where you will enjoy great views and you will find tranquillity. It must be said that there aren’t many travel agencies that offer tour packages in Neuquén that include this outstanding site in Villa La Angostura. Most of them include outdoor activities such as kayaking, fishing, horseback riding and diving.
Travel agencies usually suggest visiting: El Messidor, Regional historical Museum, La Flecha and National Park the Arrayanes in Villa La Angostura. It is advisable to call +54 2944 494244 and ask for more detailed information about the different tourist attractions in this city. It is the telephone number of the municipality of Villa La Angostura. However, I must say that there is no information about the personnel of that establishment. They may only speak Spanish.
If you are keen on adventure, you will find in this tourist destination in Neuquen many activities that will appeal to you. However, if you have the chance, visit the province of Mendoza and look for climbing expeditions to Mount Aconcagua, the highest mountain in the Americas that is a real challenge. Ask for offerts in travel packages in this destination.

Author: Viviana Gómez

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Posteado el February 16, 2009 - Categorizado en Natural Attractives in Argentina, Tourism in Neuquen

El Messidor in Villa La Angostura

El Messidor in Villa La Angostura is said to be the most important tour operator in this tourist destination in Neuquén. Its telephone number is 02 944 49 5265. Residencia el Messidor is a wonderful tourist attraction in Villa La Angostura where you can enjoy beautiful views and different facilities.

This tour operator offers wonderful excursions in the area such as guided trips to Cerro Bayo and travels to Villa Traful. It is said that its personnel are helpful and bilingual.
There are many things to do in Villa La Angostura such as horse riding, 4×4 excursions and hiking adventures. You will also find very good accommodation options in this destination as well as in the entire province of Neuquén such as Hostería La Camila and Cabañas Huitan Có.
If you are interested in adventure tourism in Argentina, the best tourist destination in this country is the province of Mendoza where the highest mountain of the Americas is. Cerro Aconcagua is waiting for you.

Author: Viviana Gómez

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Posteado el February 13, 2009 - Categorizado en Adventure tourism in Villa La Angostura, Tourist destinations in Neuquen

The Seven Lakes Route

The Seven Lakes Route in Argentina is one of the best journeys that you shouldn’t miss the chance to enjoy. This adventure generally begins in Villa La Angostura and ends in San Martin de los Andes. The first lake you will see is the Nahuel Huapi Lake.

Most of the tourists who have done this journey also visited the Nahuel Huapi National Park as well as the Lanin National Park. It is said that the Correntoso Lake, which is the second lake you will see in your journey, is ideal for salmon-fishing.
The other lakes that include this adventure are: Espejo (clear waters and beautiful landscapes), Traful (very good area to camp), Lácar, Machónico, Villarino and Escondido.
It is difficult to describe this journey since there are many things to see. It includes outstanding natural beauties in this part of the Patagonian Region of Argentina.
If you are looking for more adventure, you can visit the province of Mendoza and enjoy challenging Aconcagua expeditions.

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Posteado el February 12, 2009 - Categorizado en Argentina

Nahuel Huapi National Park

Being the oldest Argentine national park, Nahuel Huapi National Park is worth visiting. It is located in the south-West of the province of Neuquén and Northwest of the province of Rio Negro. Most of the tourists who visit this beautiful park stay at the hotels in San Carlos de Bariloche, one of the most outstanding tourist destinations in Argentina.

Nahuel Huapi National Park is recognized by its rich wildlife, beautiful landscapes and the various biotopes that it covers. In this park you can see: coihues, arrayanes,ferns and ñires, among other plants. There are also numerous animals which can be seen in Nahuel Huapi National park such as huemuls, pudus, guanacos and condors.
The various lakes in the park (Lago Mascardi, Lago Gutiérrez, Lago Moreno and many others) are really beautiful. It must be said that this area is known as the Argentine Lake Distric.
Tourists who visit this park usually enjoy skiing in Cerro Catedral which is a peak within the Park that has become one of the most important ski resorts in Argentina.
However, if you are keen on climbing, you should enjoy Aconcagua expeditions in the province of Mendoza that is not so far away the capital city of Neuquén.