- Status: lake, nature protection zone
- Area: 55 square meters. km
- Height above sea level: 650 m
- Maximum depth: 277 m
- Average depth: 167 m
In Argentina, tourism has been developing very rapidly over the last twenty years. Especially it concerns such a direction as eco-tourism. The diversity of climatic zones and the neighborhood with the great Andes provided Argentina with many natural beauties and attractions . These are mountains, glaciers, passes, forests and ponds, for example, Lake Lakar.
Acquaintance with the lake
Lakar is a water basin of glacial origin. Geographically it is located in the Patagonian Andes, in the Argentine Neuquén . From the north-western side of Lacar is the town of San Martín de Los Andes , the most tourist spot in the area.
The lake itself is relatively small, only 55 square meters. km, it is located at around 650 m above sea level. Studies have shown that its maximum depth is 277 m, and the average is 167 m. The river Uaum flowing from the lake further flows into Lake Piriueiko.
What to see?
Tourists come here all year round, mainly for fishing, which is simply excellent. In addition, you will be offered hiking along the coast, cycling, active sports on the lake. Do not forget about boating, scooters, canoes, etc. In San Martín de Los Andes and in some other places on the coast are equipped recreation centers, where you can perfectly relax from civilization and enjoy nature.
How to get to Lake Lakar?
The city of San Martín de Los Andes is the most convenient way to fly by plane from Buenos Aires . From the airport to the coast, there are a shuttle bus and a taxi, a distance of about 25 km. If you travel by yourself on a car, look at the coordinates: 40 ° 11 'S. and 71 ° 32'W.
The city can be reached by bus on the highway from the town of Junín de los Andes or as part of a tour group for a long tour of the lakes of Argentina.