Trekking, Rappelling & Thermal Pools in Cacheuta, Mendoza

Mountain trek, waterfall rappels, and thermal pools in a single day

Trekking, rappelling and thermal water park access in Cacheuta, Mendoza: a full-day activity combining a three-hour mountain trek through Cacheuta's flora and history, three rappels down a water dump (13, 10 and 30 meters), and afternoon relaxation in natural thermal pools. Professional guide, safety gear, transport and snacks included. The day runs 8am to 6pm or earlier on request.

The experience

The day starts early in Mendoza city and moves into the Cacheuta mountains along the Pan American Route. You trek the Virgin trail for roughly three hours, walking through the region's flora and landscape while a guide explains the history of the place. A viewpoint partway through opens onto the valley below. Then you switch to rappelling gear (helmet, harness, descender, rope and carabiners), and make three descents down a water dump: 13 meters, 10 meters, and 30 meters. The adrenaline comes from the height and the water flowing around you as you lower yourself down.

Around 1pm you arrive at Villa de Cacheuta and have time to walk around and eat if you want. The core of the afternoon is the thermal pools at Parque de Agua Termas de Cacheuta, where you can soak in the natural hot water surrounded by the mountains. You can stay until the park closes at 6pm or leave earlier. Water, hydrating drinks and snacks (fruit, cereal bars, nuts and candies) are provided throughout the day, and a professional guide stays with you in English, Spanish or Portuguese.

What’s included

• Entrance to Cacheuta Thermal Water Park.
• private transportation from the city.
• professional guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese.
• all safety equipment including helmet, harness, descender, rope and carabiners.
• water and hydrating drinks.
• snacks of fruit, cereal bars, nuts and candies.
• first aid kit and certificate.

Options for this experience

2 options

Trekking and rappelling, plus a visit to Terma de Cacheuta ("Thermal Water Park")Guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese · 08:30 and 09:00Pickup is included

Trekking and rappelling, without the thermal bathsGuide in English, Spanish or Portuguese · 08:30 and 09:00Pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday to ThursdayDepartures at 08:30 and 09:00

Book up to18h before

AgesAdult (18 to 50 years) · Youth (15 to 17 years) · Under 15: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Portuguese

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.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Go Mountain

Is this one for you?The trekking and rappelling option suits you if you want the mountain adventure and waterfall descents without spending the afternoon in thermal pools. Choose the full-day option with the thermal park if you want to balance the physical activity with relaxation and recovery in natural hot water before heading back to the city.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (15 to 17 years). Children under 15 can't be included in the booking.

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.

What is the Virgin trail trek like in Cacheuta?

The Virgin trail is a three-hour trek through the Cacheuta mountains that follows the region's flora and landscape. A viewpoint partway through offers a panorama of the valley, and the guide explains the history and geography of the area as you walk.

How high are the rappels and what is it like to descend them?

There are three rappels down a water dump: 13 meters, 10 meters, and 30 meters. You descend through flowing water, which creates an adrenaline-filled experience as you lower yourself on rope and harness down each drop.

Can I choose to do just the trekking and rappelling without the thermal pools?

Yes, you can book the trekking and rappelling option without the thermal water park. Both options include the three-hour trek and three rappels. The difference is whether you add the afternoon at the thermal pools.

What does the day include and what do I need to bring?

The activity includes entrance to the thermal park, private transport from the city, a professional guide, all safety equipment (helmet, harness, descender, rope and carabiners), water, hydrating drinks and snacks. You'll need to bring your own swimsuit, towel and any pool items you prefer.

What time does the activity start and end?

The activity starts at 8am in the city and runs until 6pm when the thermal park closes, though you can leave earlier if you wish. The full day is nine hours from start to finish.