Crossing the Andes Chile and Argentina

Difficulty

Challenging

Comfort

Basic

Weight limit

90 kg / 198 lb

From the snow-capped volcanoes of the Chilean Andes, through a pass in Icalma, to the open valleys of the Argentinean pampas, we'll explore and witness the landscape transition as we ride. Encounter smoking volcanoes, snowy peaks, deep blue mountain lakes, and dense, towering rainforests during this once in a lifetime experience.
On the Chilean side we'll experience steep mountains and endless virgin rainforests with our low, sturdy Chilean Criollo horses. Crossing the border, we'll witness the unique Argentinean gaucho lifestyle, the vast plains, and the dramatic cliffs where we can admire the majestic Patagonian condor.

Mathias B. is the provider and guide of this trip

5.0 3 reviews

The provider speaks: English, German

Organizing and guiding adventures on horseback through the andes since 1998

The tour guides you'll probably meet as well

Armin

For 20 Years Armin is guiding rides through the Andes around Pucon, for the last 7 years with us. Vast experience in the demanding terrain of the high Andes.

Tour highlights

Volcanoes of the Chilean Andes

Ride amongst the snow capped volcanoes

Two Countries, One Ride

Get the best of two worlds

Cross the Andes

This is gonna be the greatest adventure on horseback

Route details

On the day of arrival, guests will be collected from either Temuco airport or a hotel in Pucon. They will then be greeted at the ranch and served dinner at the ranch house.

Meals included: dinner.
Overnight: farmhouse.

Difficulty

Challenging

Tour provider's comments

Experience on horseback is necessary but you do not have to be a highly experienced rider. We ride up to 8 hours a day with breaks.

Accommodation

Comfort

Basic

Tent

5 nights

Camp Site

5 nights

On this ride we have overnight in basic tent camps and mountain huts and in a mountain lodge in our base camp for conquering Sollipuli cater and glacier.

Single supplement for € 500.

Basic tent camps. In the tent camps 2 riders share one tent. We always try to give solo travelers a single tent. Because of weight issues this may not always be possible.

Travel recommendations

Group meeting place

Pucón, Pucon, Chile

Tour conditions

Included

all transports to and from Pucón at set times;
all fees;
accommodations;
all meals including wine with dinner;
all equipment from spoon to tent and sleeping mats.

Extras

flights;
tips.

Group size

up to 8 tourists

Duration

11 days

10 nights

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Tour reviews

5.0

Based on 3 reviews

M
Madi

31 Mar, 2024

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We enjoyed a fantastic trip! We were paired with our horse and went on a splendid horseback ride through the mountains. Along the way, we briefly stopped to stroll to a picturesque waterfall before continuing our journey on horseback. The vistas of the volcanoes were breathtaking, and our guide Mara provided insightful information about the local wildlife. Riding alongside the river and through the countryside was a memorable experience. This adventure in Pucón was definitely the highlight of our trip!

31 Mar, 2024
E
Edward

15 Feb, 2024

about provider

Excellent. We rode to such distant places where human presence was none. The choice of horses made it an enjoyable experience. The guides, possessing extensive knowledge, ensure each participant enjoys an outstanding adventure.

15 Feb, 2024
C
Christina

20 Nov, 2023

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I can highly recommend this beautiful place with genuinely warm and welcoming hosts and cozy cabañas that instantly made me feel at home. My experience was fantastic, filled with Spanish learning, horseback riding adventures, exploring the surrounding area and simply relaxing in this picturesque setting. Thank you so much!

20 Nov, 2023