Horseback Riding in Mendoza: 4-Hour Andes Tour with Gauchos

Four hours in the saddle, climbing toward condor country in the high Andes.

Full-day horseback riding in the mountains of Mendoza, 20 minutes from the city, with local gaucho guides and a small riding class. You ride for 4 hours through the Cordillera de Los Andes, reaching 1,200 meters, where sightings of condors and blackberry eagles are possible. The day ends with a full asado (grilled meat, homemade bread, vegetables and salads) paired with wines from Mendoza's recognized wineries.

The experience

The ride covers 4 hours in the high Andes, with stops along the way as you climb to 1,200 meters above sea level. The landscape and the altitude are what draw people here. The condors and blackberry eagles that nest in the Cordillera are the reason the guides know where to stop. You're riding with gauchos from the area, not instructors from a city stable, and the group stays small enough that the pace can shift if someone needs it to.

After the ride, a full asado waits (grilled meat, homemade bread, fresh vegetables and salads), with wines from Mendoza's best wineries. The barbecue and the wine make up half the cost of the day, so this is not a quick snack between rides. Round-trip transportation from the city is included, and the whole day runs 8 hours from pickup to return.

What’s included

• Round-trip transportation from the city.
• 4 hours of riding with gaucho guides in a small group.
• a full asado with grilled meat, homemade bread, grilled vegetables and salads.
• wines from Mendoza wineries.

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday to FridayDeparts at 10:00

Book up to8h before

AgesAdult (33 to 65 years) · Youth (14 to 32 years) · Child (under 1)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by GAUCHO ESTATE

Is this one for you?You ride the whole way yourself. This is not a guided tour where you watch from a vehicle. The small group and the gaucho guides mean the pace adapts to the riders, so it suits people who want to spend a morning in the saddle without a rigid schedule or a large crowd.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (14 to 32 years); Child (under 1).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How much riding experience do I need for the 4-hour ride in the Andes?

The ride suits all physical fitness levels. It's a small class with gaucho guides, so the pace adjusts to the group. You don't need prior experience to join.

What's the altitude like at 1,200 meters, and will I feel it?

The Cordillera de Los Andes climb reaches 1,200 meters above sea level. The ride includes stops along the way, so you're not climbing at speed. Most riders adjust without trouble, though the guides know the terrain and can pace the ascent to the group.

Is the asado and wine tasting included in the price, or do I pay extra?

The full asado (grilled meat, homemade bread, vegetables, salads and wines from Mendoza wineries) is included. It makes up half the day's cost, so it's a substantial meal, not an add-on.

What time does the day start, and how long is the whole experience?

The full day runs 8 hours from hotel pickup to return. Pickup is included in the price, and the guides speak English and Spanish.

Can I see condors and eagles on the ride?

Sightings of condors and blackberry eagles are possible in the Cordillera de Los Andes at this altitude. The guides know where these birds nest and stop at vantage points where you're likely to spot them, though sightings depend on the day and the season.