is the vision of a natural and contemporary retreat

Bahia Vik has been designed for travelers seeking a unique and unrivaled seaside experience. Guests may partake in a wide range of activities, from the country and ranch pursuits to the leisure activities of a beach-side destination, through access to amenities at Bahia Vik and its two sisters’ properties. Horseback riding, golf, tennis, surfing, polo lessons, kite-boarding, cycling and canoeing are only a few of the many activities enjoyed at the beautiful José Ignacio Vik Retreats. To unwind and indulge, guests are invited to relax by one of Bahia Vik’s four large stunning pools, enjoy a spa treatment, or swim in the waves of the bay.

Bahia Vik offers an exceptional Experience Concierge program for the enjoyment of all guests. Authorities on the region, Experience Concierges provide guests of the property the opportunity to see Uruguay through the eyes of a sophisticated native. From local artists´ ateliers offering exclusive access to Vik Retreats guests, to private wildlife tours with a local naturalist, Experience Concierges offer insider views and behind -the-scenes access to the idyllic locale’s most sought-after locations. Bahia Vik guests are able to consult an Experience Concierge in advance of their visit to create unique itineraries that showcase the area’s most interesting destinations, from the surrounding Uruguayan countryside to José Ignacio, Punta del Este and beyond.

ZODIACO – Dining amenities at Bahia Vik highlight the surrounding terroir through use of locally grown and produced ingredients and a continued emphasis on authentic Uruguayan cuisine. Guests are encouraged to dine on the expansive outdoor terrace by one of the pools or in the open-air patio or dining room. Guests enjoy traditional Uruguayan barbeque, fresh fish and seafood, locally grown fruits and vegetables and home- made breads and pastries all prepared by the property’s talented chef. Of course, meals will be enhanced by the exceptional VIK wine produced and bottled at Bahia Vik’s sister vineyard property, VIK in Millahue, Chile.

In keeping with Vik Retreats’ philosophy and celebration of Uruguay’s beautiful landscape, Bahia Vik employs environmentally friendly practices. The design of Bahia Vik has focused on minimizing the need for energy use by maximizing natural resources to heat, cool and ventilate. The property operates in an environmentally- conscious manner through its extensive use of water collection and recycling, solar technologies, and intelligent energy efficiency systems.