Bariloche Summer Babysitting Guide: Level 1 Essentials & Tips

1️⃣ Booking your plane tickets well in advance can save you a significant amount of money. However, be cautious with low-cost airlines, as they often have higher chances of cancellations and unexpected schedule changes. For summer trips, a carry-on suitcase and a backpack should suffice, but in the winter, you might need to purchase checked luggage to accommodate bulkier items.

✅ Before finalizing your flight, double-check the check-in and check-out times for your accommodation. Most apartments allow check-in after 2 PM and require check-out by 11 AM, so plan accordingly.

✅ A four-day trip is ideal; it gives you enough time to explore without feeling rushed.

2️⃣ Renting an apartment with a kitchen is generally more cost-effective than staying at a hotel. This way, you can also enjoy the flexibility of preparing your own meals.

✅ If you’re not planning to rent a car, it’s best to stay near the city center. Use a map to ensure that your accommodation is conveniently located close to the centro cívico.

3️⃣ To stretch your budget further, consider visiting a local supermarket once you arrive in Bariloche. You can buy ingredients to cook your own meals, which can be both economical and a fun way to experience local flavors. If you’re a fan of Chinese cuisine, bring along some essential condiments like oyster sauce, chicken essence, and soy sauce to add a familiar touch to your dishes.

✅ While many people rave about Familia Weiss, our experience was somewhat underwhelming. The food was average and not as good as what we cooked ourselves 😂 Perhaps we just didn’t order the right dishes, but the cost per person was around 30,000 pesos.

✅ I highly recommend trying the ice cream and chocolate at Mamushka. It’s a delightful treat that shouldn’t be missed!