Potrerillos Tours

The essence of the Andes in Mendoza. On this outstanding tour you will go through the National Route N°7 and Potrerillos dam, Potrerillos Lake and all its panoramic points. Uspallata Valley, Penitentes Ski Center and Puente del Inca, an ancient geological monument where you will learn about the indigenous culture. Also will admire the Aconcagua Park, surrounded by high tops over 6000 mts. about sea level, being the most famous Cerro Aconcagua of 6962 mts. In Summer, the road to The Cristo Redentor of the Andes is enable to visit, the symbolic monument of Argentina-Chile frontier. Your last stop is Las Cuevas the last town 'til the border with Chile.

This full-day excursion from Salta will discover the most interesting places. Marvel at the Cerro de los Siete Colores, pose for photos in the striking white salt flats of Salinas Grandes and shop for souvenirs at the famous Purmamarca craft market. Let yourself be surprised by natural wonders. Look for colorful crafts at the Purmamarca market This excursion. Search begins at 7:00 a.m. (range of 15 blocks from the agency). Route: Salta, Güemes by highway, San Salvador de Jujuy, Volcano (technical stop), Purmamarca, Cuesta del Lipán, Abra del potrerillo, Nevado de Chañi, 40 minutes to 1 hour free in Salinas Grandes. Return to Purmamarca and 2 hours free. Within those 2 free hours you can do the Paseo de los Colorados between 30 to 40 minutes. Return to Salta between 8:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Total distance: 460 km. Maximum height: 4170 meters. Duration: 12 hours IMPORTANT CLARIFICATION: THE ENTRANCE TO THE SALINAS GRANDES IS SEPARATE, IT IS PAID TO LOCALS OF THE REGION. ESTIMATED $5000

On this full day, guided excursion, you will go through the mountains that surround Mendoza city. See stunning scenarios along the way, and many other points of interest such as the majestic Cordon del Plata mountain range, the Potrerillos Dam, Uspallata settlement, and "Puente del Inca" which is the southern last point of the Inca Empire, Aconcagua scenic viewpoint and the Cristo Redentor monument. Pickup and drop-off at select hotels provided. Please take into account that the tour will be given in English at the featured places which are: Potrerillos, Uspallata, Puente del Inca, Aconcagua and in summer at Cristo Redentor.

Group size no more than nine people with breakfast and lunch with wine included. Unlike most other Mendoza agencies we actually enter Aconcagua Park and hike for one hour. An extravagant barbecue lunch with limitless wine is also included. Travel the old Trans-Andean railway via minibus on this 8-hour small-group tour. With your guide, pass the snow-capped Cordón del Plata and stop by the turquoise Potrerillos lake on your way to the mountain town of Uspallata. After passing through Penitentes Ski Resort you’ll reach Aconcagua National Park. On your return back you will have the opportunity to stop and see Puente Del Inca, a naturally formed bridge over a steep ravine. Once in Uspallata you’ll enjoy an afternoon lunch of Argentine asado (local style barbecue – not gourmet) before concluding your tour at approximately at 5:30pm.

We provide a personalized service, where you are the protagonist of this adventure. Adapting to your times and preferences, so that you can live a perfect day, combining the landscape and relaxation of the Cacheuta Hot Springs and the adrenaline offered by the Mendoza River.

This full-day excursion from Jujuy will discover the most interesting places. Marvel at the Cerro de los Siete Colores, pose for photos in the striking white salt flats of Salinas Grandes and shop for souvenirs at the famous Purmamarca craft market. Let yourself be surprised by natural wonders. Look for colorful crafts at the Purmamarca market This excursion. Search begins at 9:30 a.m. Route: San Salvador de Jujuy, Volcano (technical stop), Purmamarca, Cuesta del Lipán, Abra del potrerillo, Nevado de Chañi, 40 minutes to 1 hour free in Salinas Grandes. Return to Purmamarca and 2 hours free. Then, Paseo de los Colorados between 30 to 40 minutes. Return to Jujuy between 6:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Total distance: 270 km. Maximum height: 4170 meters. Duration: 12 hours IMPORTANT CLARIFICATION: THE ENTRANCE TO THE SALINAS GRANDES IS SEPARATE, IT IS PAID TO LOCALS OF THE REGION. ESTIMATED $5000 PESOS ARGENTINOS

The tour consists of a tour through the high mountains, in a group car and with a driver specifically designated for the client, who will not only be the one who takes them but also who accompanies them and helps them learn, from their experience, the route traveled. We will visit Potrerillos, Puente del Inca and Aconcagua; Lunch will take place in places close to these points and finally you will attend Entre Dos, an alfajores factory where you can have a delicious mid-afternoon thanks to its typical alfajores. The itinerary will be put together with schedules adjusted to your liking and can be modified if desired with recommendations that the client makes to us. IMPORTANT – Costs of sites visited will be the responsibility of the client.

Enjoy landscape of the mountain in its maximum splendor. This tour, which is considered one of the most popular in the region , goes from Mendoza to the border with Chile. During your journey you will find places of charm ; Potrerillos and Cacheuta, both possess a vital wealth and function for the province. Along the route we will make a stop in the ski centre Penitentes, to appreciate the snow in the winter season. Further on, we will find Puente del Inca, which is a rocky formation that represents a natural bridge surrounded by hot springs. Nearby we will observe through a magnificient viewpoint, the Aconcagua Mountain, the highest peak in America. Finally, following the international route, we will find the customs complex “Los Horcones”, and later, already in the limits with Chile , we will finish our tour in Las Cuevas , a place with a european building style and where we will make a stop to enjoy a mendozinian lunch in a typical mountain restaurant.

El Dique Potrerillos es una postal de nuestro paisaje de montaña que no te podes perder, por eso te invitamos a vivir una experiencia diferente, buscando conectar con el aire puro de nuestra Cordillera y la tranquilidad única del lugar. Navegamos en el Dique Potrerillos, con diferentes opciones para disfrutar desde otro ángulo y adaptarnos a cada estilo de viajero. Todas las salidas se realizan con capitanes e instructores profesionales, con el equipamiento y la seguridad necesarios para disfrutar de la actividad con total confianza. Todos los detalles están pensados para vivir un momento relajado, natural y poder generar recuerdos únicos de Mendoza al #estilokahuak. Incluye: Sailing & Style: 1.30 horas de navegación aprox. Incluye tabla de quesos y frutos secos + vino o gaseosa y agua. Servicio a bordo de amenidades. Chaleco salvavidas y seguro. Tripulación experimentada.

Enjoy the beautiful mountain landscapes of the Andes. Valleys, mountains, and rivers await you on this spectacular tour through the mountains of Mendoza. Explore the most popular tourist destinations in the Mendoza mountains. Puente del Inca, Potrerillos, Uspallata and Aconcagua Lookout. The tour is available for a minimum of two passengers. More passengers mean a lower price.

We want to take you to participate in a Mendoza experience guided by Mendoza residents. We will start with the San Martín Park, a great work from the beginning of the 20th century, made possible thanks to the irrigation of the province. The use of canals and exploitation of meltwater. We will continue on our way, following the Mendoza River and its slopes to its main source, Lake Potrerillos. We will visit the Cipolletti dam, Cacheuta and finally the lake. There, if you wish, we can do a little trekking to have fabulous views of the mountain. We will show you some of the most beautiful corners of the city of Mendoza in a mountainous and tourist area around Cacheuta and Lake Potrerillos. Then, you can try regional products, enjoy a good coffee or a typical Argentine sandwich. Finally we will return to your accommodation or to our meeting point.

Explore the majestic mountains in Mendoza: impressive landscapes and unforgettable adventures await you, you will be able to know Potrerillos and its beautiful lake, Cacheuta, Puente de Inca and its History and also observe the imposing Aconcagua

Soar over the desert-like Potrerillos Valley on this guided zipline tour from Mendoza. Choose from two options: On the Base Tour, speed along five ziplines high above the valley floor, and capture views of vineyard country and the snowcapped peaks of the Cordon del Plata, a subrange of the Andes mountains. Need more thrills? Upgrade to the Adrenaline Tour and whoosh over the Mendoza River on a final zipline of 1,476 feet (450 meters) in length. Bonus: Hotel transport is included.

We will head southwest on Provincial Route 86, enjoying the landscapes of Cacheuta until we cross the tunnel that connects this town with Potrerillos. We will contemplate the wonderful view of the Cordón del Plata, Mendoza’s main source of water and, of the picturesque Potrerillos Dam, a mirror of crystalline water in the middle of mountains. We will continue, until we reach the town of Uspallata. Where we will make a strategic stop to get a better view of the Valley. Already back in the van, we will move a few kilometers, until we reach “Puente del Inca”. Mandatory stop icon of our mountain range. Once we return to the route, the Aconcagua Provincial Park awaits us. There we will obtain the corresponding permits to make a walk of approximately two hours, to the viewpoint of the Laguna de Horcones, where we can see the South Wall and the summit of the highest hill in America. *The route of the tour may be affected by road conditions during the winter due to weather conditions.

Tomorrow: Cacheuta and Thermal Early departure: Kick off the day with a coffee and get ready for the adventure. Arrival in Cacheuta: Walk through the village, maybe a classic photo on the suspension bridge doesn’t hurt. Cacheuta Hot Springs: Time to disconnect. Soak in the hot spring pools, relax with mountain views and, if you’re hungry, a lunch right there with a barbecue would be perfect. Afternoon: Dike and Jump Potrerillos Road to the Potrerillos Dam: Take the opportunity to stop at a viewpoint and take some pictures of the spectacular landscape. Dique Potrerillos: Enjoy the peace of the lake. You can walk along the shore or just relax with the sound of water. El Salto Potrerillos: Close the day with a visit to this quiet and charming place. The combination of waterfall and mountain is a golden snap for the day.

Explore Mendoza on this full-day guided mountain tour. Grab your camera and breath the pure air of the Andes, from Mendoza to the Aconcagua Park, the magical Route 7. This day tour includes a hike of about 1,5 hours (according to physical condition and weather permitting)

Immerse yourself in Northeastern Mexico desert environment. You will be able to explore the unique semi-arid ecosystem surrounded by hundreds of ancient rock cravings at Boca de Potrerillos Archaeological Site. Then, you will experience El Potrero Chico, a world class climbing destination where climbers from all over the world visit every year for big wall multi-pitching climbing. A guide will be accompanying you at all times.

I propose to explore together on an unforgettable tour the three mountain ranges of Mendoza: the Precordillera, El Cordón del Plata and Los Andes. Each one with unique characteristics and colors. We will stop at an incredible high viewpoint overlooking Lake Potrerillos. We will visit the colorful Puente del Inca and the south face of the majestic Aconcagua mountain, the highest on the entire American continent. We will have lunch at a traditional Uspallata restaurant specialized in BBQ.

This tour is a great opportunity for adventure lovers! Our Mendoza River Rafting will take you to the Potrerillos Valley for a day of fun in the middle of nature. Accompanied by a specialized guide, you will navigate the class II (moderate) rapids. Afterwards you can enjoy some free time to explore the surroundings of the Cordillera del Plata, an area of great natural beauty. Don't miss this incredible experience!

Discover the wild side of Mendoza on a rafting tour along the Mendoza River. Enjoy the magnificent scenery of vineyards and mountains and test your paddling skills as you navigate the river's intermediate rapids with an expert guide. Enjoy free time to explore the town of Potrerillos in the afternoon. No rafting experience necessary, just bring your sense of adventure!