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- English
- Spanish
This is not just a horseback ride followed by lunch. It’s a full day immersed in mountain life at a family-run ranch in the Andes.
You’ll ride natural mountain trails with local horsemen, cross clear creeks, and stop in the mountains for a traditional Argentine asado cooked over an open fire.
What makes the experience special is its small, personal setting. You’ll spend the day with Daniel’s family and local team, sharing food, stories, horses, and traditions in the place where they are part of everyday life.
Rather than a staged gaucho show or a large tourist ranch, this is a rustic and genuine experience designed to bring you closer to the people, landscapes, and culture of the Argentine Andes.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will pick you up directly from your accommodation in Mendoza, within a 15 km radius of the city, at the previously confirmed time.
If you are staying outside the pickup area, please contact us before the activity to arrange an alternative.
What to expect
On arrival, enjoy homemade tortas fritas and a hot drink while the horses are prepared. Your horse will be selected according to your size and riding experience, and the local team will help you get comfortable before setting off.
The ride lasts around 3 hours, usually divided into two sections. Follow mountain trails through open valleys, cross clear creeks, and enjoy the Andes at a calm pace.
During the ride, stop in the mountains for a traditional Argentine asado cooked over an open fire, accompanied by a local-style picada, homemade bread, and Mendoza wine.
Throughout the day, you’ll spend time with Daniel’s family and local horsemen, learning about their connection with horses, the land, and mountain life.
After lunch, continue riding through the mountains before returning to the ranch. At the end of the day, your guide will drive you back to Mendoza.
This full-day experience combines horseback riding, gaucho culture, traditional food, and time at a family-run ranch away from the busiest tourist areas.
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for travelers weighing more than 110 kg (243 lbs)
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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