Totems del Nahuel Huapi: Guardians of Indigenous Heritage
Discover the Totems del Nahuel Huapi in Bariloche: a tribute to the Mapuche people set against Patagonia's stunning natural beauty.
The Totems del Nahuel Huapi in San Carlos de Bariloche are wooden sculptures that pay homage to the indigenous Mapuche people. These totems, crafted by Chilean artist Bernardo Oyarzun, stand as cultural symbols with the stunning Nahuel Huapi Lake and Andes Mountains as their backdrop.
A brief summary to Totems del Nahuel Huapi
- Av. 12 de Octubre 157, San Carlos de Bariloche, Centro, Río Negro Province, AR
Local tips
- Wear comfortable shoes, as the area is best explored on foot.
- Check the weather forecast before your visit.
- Consider joining a guided tour for deeper insights into the significance of the totems.
Getting There
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Walking
From the Centro Cívico area, walk north on Av. San Martín until you reach Av. 12 de Octubre. Turn left onto Av. 12 de Octubre and continue walking until you reach number 157, where the Totems del Nahuel Huapi are located. It's about a 20-minute walk.
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Public Transport
From the Centro area in San Carlos de Bariloche, head to the main bus terminal located at Av. San Martín 300. Take bus number 50, which heads towards Llao Llao and get off at the stop named 'Av. 12 de Octubre 157'. The Totems del Nahuel Huapi will be just a short walk from the bus stop. A single bus fare costs approximately 221 ARS, and can only be paid using a SUBE card.
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Taxi/Ride-Share
For a more convenient option, you can take a taxi or use a rideshare app. Simply provide the driver with the address: 'Av. 12 de Octubre 157, San Carlos de Bariloche'. The ride from the Centro area should take around 5-10 minutes, depending on traffic. Expect to pay around 3.5 USD (approximately 3500 ARS as of July 2025) for a 5km ride.
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Car
If you are driving, head towards San Carlos de Bariloche. From the center of Bariloche, take Av. 12 de Octubre towards the northwest and continue for approximately 1.5 kilometers. You will find Totems del Nahuel Huapi at Av. 12 de Octubre 157. Parking is available nearby, but it may be limited during peak tourist seasons.
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