Horseback riding in Patagonia
San Martin de los Andes
Duration: 2 hours or full day.
Season: All Year.
The tour will take place in the surroundings of San Martin de los Andes, in northern Patagonia, surrounded by the peaks of the Andes, valleys, and spectacular views.
The service is provided within the territory of indigenous communities near the city, and it is guided by them.
In this adventure, we have three options:
The standard option:
Is a 2-hour tour, following different trails until we reach high lookout points, where we will stop to capture the best photos of the tour. We will then return via another trail to the starting point. This activity can be scheduled for the morning or the afternoon.
Full-day horseback riding through the Andes:
We will depart from the same location as the previous option, but this ride will be much longer, taking us to higher locations.
At noon, during the tour, we will stop to enjoy an Argentine barbecue. It will be surrounded by pure native forest and offer spectacular views.
6-Day Lanin Program
We have a special 6-day program for horseback riding around the Lanin Volcano. Please email us to receive the program and costs.
Language: The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Must children always be accompanied by an adult?
children always be accompanied by adultonly children over 14 years old will be able to enjoy the experience.
Important considerations for these excursions:
- The activity takes place within the Mapuche Vera Community, with the service provided by them and their guides.
- This activity includes Personal Accident (AP).
- While a trained physical condition is not required, good mobility is necessary. Getting on and off the horse requires effort, leg strength is needed to hold onto the saddle, and it's important to be aware that horseback riding involves certain movements and exposure to risks.
- We recommend wearing long pants, sturdy footwear that covers the foot for the stirrups, sunglasses, water, a hat, a camera, warm clothing, a small backpack, and any necessary medications.
- Not recommended for pregnant women, individuals with spinal conditions, or others whose health may be at risk in the event of a fall or jolt from the horse.
- There are restroom facilities at the starting point.
- It is possible to reach the starting point by car, which is only a few kilometers from the center of San Martin de los Andes.
- There is no fee for accessing the National Park.
- People with disabilities may participate, but it will depend on their capabilities.
- The excursion may undergo changes in the progression of points to visit, routes, points of interest, timings, etc. This could be due to road conditions, weather, snow, legal or safety provisions, or other factors. It is important to inquire about the specific activities included before booking the excursion.
