Aconcagua short hike, and high mountain tour with barbecue.
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About the Activity
We invite you to live a full high mountain adventure in Mendoza! In this tour, you will have the opportunity of hiking inside the great Aconcagua Provincial Park to visit the Horcones Lagoon. And in the same day, you will visit different historical sites of the Andes mountain range route: Cacheuta, Potrerillos Dam, Uspallata and Puente del Inca (Inca Bridge). You will experience a day in the world of mountaineering. During the tour, you will hike around the Horcones Lagoon, with a view of the south wall of Mount Aconcagua, accompanied by professional trekking guides who will share their experiences and advice about this exciting activity. The hike is about 1-2 hours long, and is not very difficult. In addition, we will cover almost 400 km. of route with places that represent a piece of our history and postcard-like landscapes. We will have time to rest, take pictures, and enjoy breakfast with homemade alfajor (Argentine pastries) and lunch consisting of a barbecue.10 hours to 12 hours
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
Food and drink : Lunch. At Uspallata: Empanada, barbecue with side dish, wine, soda, and dessert.
Aconcagua entrance fee.
Breakfast at Uspallata (Coffee and croissant)
Food and drink : Bottled water. And cereal bar for the drive
Pick up further away 20 km of Mendoza City
Use of equipment : Other.
Any other service not mentioned
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Locations in the itinerary
Cacheuta(Pass By)
Cacheuta, ArgentinaCacheuta: it is located on the border between the departments of Luján de Cuyo and Las Heras (west of the province), a place that captivates with its hot springs, the Old Station, and a picturesque hanging bridge over the river. Another must-see in the area!
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Potrerillos Dam
Cacheuta, , Mendoza, ArgentinaLocated at 60 km. from the city of Mendoza, this great dam regulates the flows of the Mendoza River. And with its almost 1500 mts. of surface, it stands out among the mountains with a magical landscape. For us, getting to know Mendoza includes visiting this place.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Uspallata
Uspallata, ArgentinaUspallata: the city that was the protagonist of our history. Before the crossing of the Andes, two armies met there to cross the mountain range towards Chile, and free it from royalism. They did it through the Uspallata Pass, 204 years ago!
We will enjoy a breakfast in "Los Condores" Hotel.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Parque Provincial Aconcagua
, Mendoza, Argentinathrough one of the most popular ravines in Mendoza, the Horcones ravine, we enter the Aconcagua Provincial Park. There, at 2950 meters above sea level, we find the Horcones Lagoon, a large water mirror formed by the melting of the glaciers. In the background, we can see the view of a vertical wall of more than 3,000 meters: the Mount Aconcagua (one of the highest outside the Himalayas). This is undoubtedly our favorite place of the tour.1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location4
Puente del Inca
Puente del Inca, ArgentinaThis Natural Bridge of biomineral origin is so unique that it was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It is formed by different layers of sediments and salts, and is located in the Andes mountain range, at an altitude of 2730 meters above sea level. It is the highlight of the tour.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
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Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Aconcagua park entrance payment is not included
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
- Spanish
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in America/Argentina/Mendoza time to receive 100% refund.
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