ARGENTINA
Argentina's classics.
The 10 horses tours worth your time in Argentina. The prices, the operators behind them, and what each day actually involves.
Sunset horseback riding in Mendoza’s mountains plus a family-ranch BBQ with wine. Small group, hotel pickup, and a peaceful return.
“An epic experience! The family that runs the ranch are lovely and so caring. The trip, rhe views were all amazing. Beware of the trip to and from the ranch if you have motion sickness, it gets a bit bumpy.”
Horseback ride from El Calafate to Cerro Frias: calm horses, a 400m climb for big views, lenga forest descent, and a ranch meal.
“Awesome thing to do turned a travel day into an experience”
Sunset horseback riding near Mendoza with Andes views, a traditional asado dinner, wine, and round-trip pickup from Mendoza City.
“I really enjoyed it ! Fun and helpful tour guides, well organized, beautiful views and delicious asado at the end.”
Private ranch horseback riding in La Carrera, Mendoza, with a 2.5-hour ride, empanadas, high-altitude wines, and Argentine asado lunch.
“This was one of the coolest experiences we did in South America. Gilda, Lucia, and Angel were incredible guides and made the experience unforgettable. Great views of the Andes along the entire ride and then a delicious asado and wine lunch to cap off the day. Cannot recommend this enough!”
Horseback ride at San Ramón Ranch near Bariloche plus traditional asado and wine, with expert guiding, wildlife spotting, and hotel pickup.
“Everything was included, small breakfast, 2 h horse riding (a bit slow that fit all levels) with nice views. After riding a big lunch with wine and bbq. Very beautiful ecpietance. They don't do photos for you so either ask the travel friends to take photos and share later or take yourself”
Ride through southern Maipú vineyards and olive groves, then enjoy a multi-course BBQ lunch with wine at Club Tapiz. Small group.
“I absolutely recommend taking a tour with Trout & Wine. The horses were very calm and we had a relaxing ride through the vineyard with stunning views. Flor was an amazing guide and we will definitely take another tour with her next time we are in the area 😊”
Spend a full day on horseback in Argentina’s Sierras Chicas, with a ranch tour, two easy rides, and a hearty asado lunch.
“What an incredible experience! Salvador is an incredible host. His horseback riding operation is a small, warm-hearted, family-like atmosphere that consists of students, guests, horses, cats, dogs, chickens and pigs. From the moment you arrive, Salvatore makes you feel at home. Coffee, tea and delicious sweets (alfajores, I think) are served outdoors while the horses…”
Horseback ride at Nibepo Aike Ranch near El Calafate with Andes views, ranch history, and Patagonian asado in 7 hours.
“Me encanto ! Fue una gran experiencia: paisajes hermosos, ambiente agradable y hospitalario, comida deliciosa, muy interesante la interacción con animales de la estancia y un espectacular paseo a caballo. Altamente recomendado”
Private horseback riding in Mendoza’s Andes foothills plus a Creole BBQ, wine tastings, and a perfumed wine experience in La Carrera.
“Gilda and her team provided an unforgettable experience. Riding through the stunning valley was a true highlight, and the delicious meal paired with excellent wine afterward made it even more special. The horses were calm, gentle, and clearly well-cared for, making the ride peaceful and enjoyable. This is an amazing way to take in the…”
Sunset horseback riding in Mendoza’s Andes plus an asado dinner with wine or juice, guided in Spanish, with pickup in central areas.
“This sunset horseback ride was great! Santiago did an amazing job explaining everything & guided us throughout the adventure! His horses all well taken care of & very beautiful! The ranch was incredible & very well maintained! Our family had a lovely experience & would recommend this activity to anyone!”
