Day 3 (Mendoza)

Hiking in Aconcagua

  • Hike approximately 5 miles each way (10 miles round trip)
  • Rated “medium” difficulty with about 2.3k elevation gain
  • Includes transport to/from hotel (2.5 hour drive each way)
  • Shared excursion, meaning locals or other travelers may also join
  • Cost: $175 USD, paid by credit card in advance
  • Park entrance fee (1500 ARS) is not included (paid in cash upon arrival)
  • Note: April departure is dependent on seasonal weather conditions

Whitewater Rafting

  • Class II/III rapids (up to class IV in the summer months)
  • Departs at 9:00am; Return around 2:30pm
  • Includes transport to/from hotel (1 hour drive each way)
  • Shared excursion, meaning locals or other travelers may also join
  • Cost: $85 USD, paid by credit card in advance

Horseback Riding

  • 3-4 hours of riding (depending on group and conditions)
  • Depart at 8:00am; Return around 5:30pm
  • Includes lunch and transport to/from hotel (1 hour drive each way)
  • Shared excursion, meaning locals or other travelers may also join
  • Cost: About $175 USD, paid by credit card in advance (cost dependent on number of participants)