Andes High Mountain Tour: Explore Mendoza's Peaks

Explore the Andes’ grandeur on a guided tour. Visit Cerro Aconcagua, Potrerillos Dam, and more. Book now for an unforgettable adventure in Mendoza!

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Dique Potrerillos Mendoza - Mountains, fresh air, and a turquoise water mirror that invites you to relish the tranquility and beauty of Mendoza’s scenery.
  • Uspallata - The town of Uspallata is an ideal stopover on the way to Las Cuevas, Puente del Inca, or Aconcagua.

Uspallata is a historic town linked to the Crossing of the Andes during the fight for independence. It was here that the troops of General Don José de San Martín’s Army of the Andes gathered and, under the command of Juan Gregorio de las Heras, marched through one of the mountain passes towards Chile in 1817.

  • Centro de Ski Los Penitentes - The Los Penitentes Ski Center and Mountain Park is a Mendoza classic, situated just 180 km from the city of Mendoza and 15 km from Chile. We only stop in winter if there is snow.
  • Puente del Inca - Nestled in the heart of the Andes Mountains at 2,720 meters above sea level, Puente del Inca is renowned for its natural bridge, a unique geological marvel declared a Natural Monument.

The bridge was formed by mineral waters. The river carved its path through sediments at the bottom of a trough, later cemented by thermal waters. These waters give the area its distinctive orange, yellow, and ocher hues, and any object placed under them becomes “petrified” due to mineral salt impregnation. The right bank hosts famous hot springs with five sources, each with different temperatures and components. The unique hills and the Las Cuevas River flowing dozens of meters below the bridge complete the picturesque scene.

  • Parque Provincial Aconcagua - Aconcagua Provincial Park is a protected area in the Argentine Andes, bordering Chile. It features Mount Aconcagua, whose snow-capped summit is one of the highest in South America. At the park’s entrance, you can follow a path to the Los Horcones lagoon and the Quebrada del Durazno. Its altitude makes it home to enormous Andean condors.
  • Las Cuevas - Las Cuevas is a town in the Las Heras department, Mendoza province, Argentina. It is located in the Andes mountain range, near the international border. In 2018, the districts of Las Cuevas, Penitentes, and Uspallata were merged into one, now called “Uspallata and Alta Montaña.”
  • Cristo Redentor De Los Andes - Accessible only in summer.
  • Mendoza - This will be the trip to the final attraction (Aconcagua Park).
  • Mendoza - This will be the time to return to your accommodation.
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • bilingual guide
Additional Information

Discover the grandeur of the Andes on an exciting day tour with our High Mountain package! From the impressive viewpoint of Cerro Aconcagua to the splendid Potrerillos Dam, every moment will take you to explore new landscapes of this fascinating province. This excursion offers a perfect combination of adventure and serenity in one of the most impressive destinations in Argentina. Book now and get ready for an unforgettable day in the heights of Mendoza!

Location
Dique Potrerillos Mendoza
Cancellation Policy

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

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Rayza_rolo
Aug 26, 2024
Super All Day Tour. - The tour was amazing, our Guide was Mr. Alerrandro who passed us relevant information about every place we visited, was super attentive during the day and was always concerned about our safety. We ended the day in the 5-step menu at the restaurant Carolino, which was a wonderful experience, delicious dishes harmonized with a good wine and with a 10-point service. From the first contact until the end of the tour we received a SUPER attention, so I leave here my thanks and my indication.
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Joaovictorof
Aug 26, 2024
Quality in service note 10 - Jonathan, the manager, acted very practically, seriously and very quickly! We made the purchase at the end of the day, already in the morning we were embarking to our tours! The Guide Alejandro always very attentive, patient and cautious on the road, I will definitely recommend ⁇
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