Tour Aconcagua Park in Small Group from Mendoza with Barbecue Lunch
Overview
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8 hours
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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.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age for participants is 15 years old
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Long pants and a light jacket are recommended
Personal food is allowed
Bring passport with you since we go on a international road
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Lunch, including wine and soft drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide and driver
Transport by air-conditioned minibus
All Fees and Taxes
Morning tea/coffee
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Lujan de Cuyo
We pass through the wine region of Lujan de Cuyo, enjoying views of the vineyards and the Andean foothills
Cacheuta
The road takes us through the mountain valley of Cacheuta and a tunnel that passes through the foothills into the high Andes.
Options
Private Andes Tour
Private, just you and a guide
Pickup included
Aconcagua with barbecue
Pickup included
Reviews
374 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic tour up into the Andes
DaveInSantaFe,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We spent the day with our guide, Ricky. He picked up my husband, our friend Ray, and me at our hotel in a Mendoza suburb. Then we headed towards the Andes. We stopped at one of the reservoirs made by damming the Mendoza River and Ricky told us more about how water is managed in this area. We Our next stop was for a coffe break in Upsallata with a selection of local pastries before he reached the mountains -- a good chance to stretch our legs. Then we headed to the Puente del Inca (Inca Bridge) for a photo stop and some information about how the bridge was formed, the abandoned spa there, and restrictions now around the bridge to protect it. We drove on higher up into the mountains with some fantastic views. Ricky was a very engaging guide an d told us about how the mountains are formed and the various minerals we could spot simply from the color of the visible bands on the side sof the mountains. We reached the Aconcagua National Park and undertook a hike that took us about 75 minutes -- with stops for photos of the mountains, the lakes, wildlife, and signs for photo ops. Aconagua is the highest peak in the Southern Hemisphere and is quite spectacular to see, even from many miles away. We then drove back to Upsallata for lunch. We had the BBQ for two and the BBQ chicken. Everything tasted amazing -- the seasoning was spot on and the meat and potatos were perfectly cooked. Ricky provided us with a bottle of delicious wine bottled by one of his coworkers. Then, we drove back, enjoying the views of the mountains from a different direction and we were returned to our hotel. There was a lot of riding in the pickup truck today but the views and the conversation with Ricky made the rides pass quickly and memorably. Ricky is a great guide -- very well informed, friendly, flexible, and funny. My only regret was that this was our only tour with him. I highly recommend both this tour and Ricky as a guide.
Best Andes tour with best guide and best driver!!
Andrea S,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the Andes day trip! Expert guide (Pablo) and driver (Christian) showed off their country to the very best! We learned so much about the geology, the geography, the history which was absolutely fascinating. We were taken to the Aconcagua National Park where we did a lovely hike. We saw the Puerte del Inca and saw the artisan market stalls. We went to multiple viewpoints - had a great breakfast and lunch too! Thank you - we could not recommend more highly!
Visit to Los Andes
jaime zapata,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00A wonderful visit, not to be missed while in Mendoza. Pablo, a fantastic guide who takes the time to explain every detail, as well as being able to enjoy a spectacular mountain range that dazzles us with its colorful mountains!!
Great experience
MICHELE R,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent service - from the first contacts we felt the professionalism of the team in terms of advice, the description of the service, the transfer from our accommodation. And what a memorable day. Ricky our guide was in our care throughout the day. Expert in driving, explanations about the geological formation of the surroundings, local life... he answered all our questions and requests with great patience and kindness. And how to describe the natural wonders we could admire throughout the day... Breathtaking views where you admire a new landscape at every turn., The service is an excellent value for money - the lunch is hearty and of excellent quality. We can only thank and recommend...
Enjoyable
E8519UTjasond,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Pablo and Wally did a super job guiding and driving respectively. Everything went smoothly, I just wish we could have spent more time walking in the mountains.
Great mix of scenery, walking and stops along the way
paulhQ9933BJ,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent day involving a mix of minibus travel to the areas listed, with stops for coffee,.lunch and taking pictures of the amazing scenery. The mini walk is perfect if you want an hour stroll in picturesque setting without full on trekking up the side of a mountain. Tour guide Pablo and driver wali were great with safe travel and lots of local info and history of the area
Job well done. Thank you.
Eduardo L,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00They should just listen to Pablo and ask if they want to have a deeper knowledge about the subject because Pablo is open to questions and knows the answers. He well prepared and willing to help. His personality is flexible and kind.
Great fun trip
jamesfE6086WO,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Vicky was a great guide and Wally was a great driver. We had an excellent time. Vicky got along great with everyone and made every minute fun. The walk in the park was the best part.
Great experience
marina,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful trip as the Andes are beautiful, the hike is easy and very manageable. The barbecue lunch was good. Oswaldo was a great guide and he was informative and helped us all have a good time. Pablo was a great driver.
Good tour, good guide!
Karla M,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Pablo was an excellent guide! And the tour was amazing, it was not tired, we made stops to beautiful places, the wines are the most and Aconcagua is beautiful! Full recommended
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