Horseback Riding in the Andes, gaucho experience & BBQ

Overview

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10 hours

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Horseback riding in Mendoza through its magical landscapes: a full day to experience our regional culture. At Don Daniel mountain hut you will get to know the Cordón del Plata and enjoy typical Argentinean activities, such as drinking mate with sopaipillas (a deep-fried pastry), or eating a great asado (barbecue) in the mountains.

Additional Info

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

It's important to bring warm coats.

Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Alcoholic Beverages

Snacks

Lunch

Breakfast

Everything for horseback riding

Pick up further away 20 km of Mendoza City

Any other service not mentioned

Personal gear

Meeting and Pickup

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What To Expect

It will be a typical gaucho day from the beginning to the end. Don Daniel’s is a true mountain hut, which allows each visitor to share its family tradition. You will enjoy the calm and the immensity of the Andes on horseback, and our host will guide you through unique trails, only known to those who inhabit this area. You will have a unique experience off the beaten track. To start, some delicious mates with tortas fritas: you will be welcomed at the ranch with delicious homemade fried pastries. And then let’s get ready to ride. We will meet the horse and the muleteer, and we will visit places that will surprise us with their natural beauty. A tip: Take a camera! What we will see is just unbelievable. After 3 hours of riding, we know you’ll be hungry. We will prepare a great asado -with a vegetarian option for those who prefer so-, accompanied by quality wine from Mendoza. We will conclude the day with the dessert. Who is the horseback riding in Mendoza recommended for? For those looking for a local cultural experience. With this horseback riding in Mendoza tour, you will get to know the traditional life in the Andes, from the typical food to the gaucho skills par excellence.

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Horseback Riding in the Andes, gaucho experience & BBQ

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Reviews

5.00

24 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Authentic Mendoza Experience
Lauren B,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
If you’re looking for a full day of an authentic Argentinian experience, this is it. Joaquin picked us up at the hotel in the morning and drove ua to the ranch. Not only was he kind, but so knowledgeable and answered any and every question we had. We arrived to the ranch and were greeted with fresh pastries that were being cooked over an open fire, tea, and honey made right on the ranch. We then were fitted with our horses and were on our way. I’m not someone who has a lot of riding experience and I felt safe and comfortable with my horse. The day was exceptional. A once in a lifetime experience riding through the Andes with a guide. After 3 hours of riding, we returned to the ranch for a traditional asada meal. We ate and drank local wine with them as the sun started to come out. Joaquin was an exceptional translator. It was so unique to experience a day with locals in that way. It was everything we wanted it to be and more. I can’t recommend this adventure more.
Amazing
Yuliya R,
Dec 2, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was absolutely stunning. Tim was a very attentive guide. One tip, trust your horse and enjoy. This is the unique experience that you never forget
Amazing and authentic experience
panagiotisp278,
May 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing experience and definitely one of the best activities of our trip! The experience is very authentic and you also get a good chance to appreciate the beautiful landscape of the Andes mountains. The horses were calm and easy to ride even for someone with no experience. Our guide Pablo was extremely helpful as was our host Daniel. I would definetely it!
Amazing experience
Panagiotis P,
May 4, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Amazing experience through the landscape of the Andes with a very good and helpful guide. The views from the mountains are magnificent. The experience is very authentic.
Rustic and pleasant Gaucho experience
Vincent M,
Apr 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The authenticity of the experience, from driving through the mountains, arriving at the ranch, interacting with the gauchos and animals, was out of this world. The horses were well-trained, and our tour guide, Tim, was knowledgeable and always prioritized our safety. TheAsado was phenomenal. Ascending into the mountains was a heavenly feeling.
Just excellent and a real adventure!
louisianadnj,
Apr 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Really great service with pick up and return from our hotel. This is a family owned small real working ranch. The owner and his family care for and saddle every horse in preparation for the ride. The horses are well mannered and will follow the guide without problems. Don’t mistake this as a boring trail ride. We are experienced riders and the terrain would be extremely difficult even for experienced riders without well trained horses. The views are absolutely incredible and cannot be accurately captured in photos. This is a real adventure! The BBQ was the best meat we had during our 2 week trip to Argentina and it was cooked on the ground next to an open fire. Don’t be put off by the long drive of 1.5 hours outside the city. It is well worth the drive and very scenic along the way.
A must do in Mendoza!
Q6061YOcarmeng,
Apr 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
An amazing experience. The views were stunning and the food was incredible. Our guide was so friendly and informative and Daniel was so kind. It was one of the highlights of our time in Argentina!
Amazing Horseback Tour and Food
Global21251647663,
Dec 11, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Incredible service and experience! They pick you up from hotel, drive you all the way to base of Andes, and give you breakfast, a horseback tour with incredible views, the best bbq cooked over fire in the mountains and then drive you all the way back to hotel. They are all super nice and went out of there way to accolade us. My wife is gluten free and we stopped at a grocery store to make sure we picked up necessary food. 100% would recommend!
A must in Mendoza
sjhfrancis,
Dec 3, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The sunset horseback ride with Destino Montana was incredible. It was easy to coordinate, the staff were all friendly and Joaquin shared a lot of knowledge and laughs. I’ve only rode a horse once before and they made me feel very comfortable. I would highly recommend getting the bbq as well. It was simple ingredients of high quality so tasted amazing. The views were stunning, like nothing I’ve seen and very impressive since we started higher up in the Andes front range. Having a real gaucho on the ride made it extra special. Top travel experience!!!
Great hiking experience
205jessicab205,
Nov 2, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We did the hike and BBQ lunch and had a wonderful time! Pablo was a great guide - could not have asked for anyone better. Pablo accommodated everyone’s needs and went out of his way to help my 72 year old mother. Would highly recommend.