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Riding along the gauchos' pack-horse trails through the breathtakingly wild landscape of the Patagonian Andes. Small groups, well-trained horses

Location

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Rincon de Lobos, a small valley in Northern Patagonia, nestled in the foothills of the Argentine Andes. Here, gauchos are your neighbors and expert guides through the wilderness of the far south.
Our tours take you into the vast, virtually uninhabited watershed of the Río Turbió, which is fed by four glaciers. This region, covering approximately 1,000 km², is cut off from the rest of the world and accessible only by boat or via mule trails that gauchos have used for generations to drive their cattle. The riding route for the next 10 days is divided into two main stages. On one hand, it leads to the turquoise-blue Lago Esperanza, 500 meters above sea level, on the border with Chile within the private nature reserve of the same name. On the other hand, it leads to Cerro Plataforma, a geological phenomenon where, as a result of volcanic processes 50 to 30 million years ago, the seabed was thrust upward to form a vast, fossil-strewn high plateau (approx. 1,700 meters above sea level).
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Surroundings

Additional information about the area

Excursions: The Comarca Andina—as the region at 42° south latitude surrounding the small Argentine towns of El Bolsón, Lago Puelo, Cholila, and Trevelin is known—is an insider’s tip for visitors to Patagonia: In terms of natural experiences, it’s on par with destinations such as the well-known “El Chalten,” yet it offers the advantages of more stable weather and a rich cultural scene shaped by the pioneering spirit of Patagonia’s settlement history.

An extensive network of hiking trails leads visitors through the unspoiled landscape of mountains, lakes, lagoons, and vast forests all the way to the glaciers on the Chilean border, and the region is rightly considered a paradise for trekking and horseback riding in Argentina. The Comarca Andina is also centrally located, making it ideal for combining with tours of the Valdés Peninsula, Tierra del Fuego, Mendoza, or Chile.
Arrival
Traveling by plane:
Buenos Aires / Bariloche / El Bolson / Rincon de Lobos
Pickup service is possible
Freetime activities

nearby /
on the property

Mountain biking, Hiking

Not more
than a 15 min.
walk away

National Historic Sites, Lake/river for swimming, Fishing

Not more
than a 15 min.
drive away

Restaurants, Theater, Galleries / Museum, Shopping, Beach, Canoeing / Kayaking, Mountain climbing

Not more
than a 90 min.
drive away

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Information about the riding facility / horse farm/ranch

Category

Holiday Company, Horse Trekking Station, Dude/Guest Ranch, Ranch Resort, Riding Stable, Hay Hotel, Campground / Campsite
Opening:
all-year
 
Guest Capacity:
6
 
Minimum age for guests:
no limitation
 

General description:

Riding along the gauchos' pack-horse trails through the breathtakingly wild landscape of the Patagonian Andes. Small groups, well-trained horses

Amenities/equipment of the riding facility

  • Riding facility
  • Round pen
  • Sea / River / Ocean for horses
  • Gastronomy available
  • Riding area / bridle-path
  • Paddock - Pasture
  • Tack room

Details of the Riding area

For 20 years, we have been riding across all borders. We are authentic, and our tours take you into the world of the Gauchos in the lost valleys of the Andes between Argentina and Chile

More details of the property

Just like our tours, our equipment is built for expeditions
What we have to offer
  • Bring Your Own Horse
  • Horses for guests available
  • Riding lessons - Riding classes
  • Short Term stays (2-5 days)
  • Weekend stays
  • Weekly
  • Long Term stays
  • Family Trips
  • Group activities
  • Roping
  • Fishing
  • Barbecues
  • Language classes

Additional Animals on the property

14 Horses Criollo,Quarter, mix. Mostley born and trained at ouer place

Other offers and explanations

As a small, family-run business, we have been organizing challenging trail riding tours since 2000, partnering with local guides. We are certified guides and tour operators in the Lago Puelo National
Horses available in our riding program
Number of Horses:
in all >10 Horses are available.
Kind of Horses:
For Beginners, For Advanced Riders, Horses height 148 cm & up
Riding (trained for / saddle):
Western, For guided Trail Rides
More information of the Horses for rent (Breed - Training etc.)
Criollos and Mestizos—all bred on our own farm and broken in here
Riding program
  • with horses for rent
  • Guided Trail Rides
  • by the hour rides
  • All-day Rides
  • Pack Trips / Horse Trekking
  • Weekend Rides
  • Short Week 3-5 days
  • 5-8 days
  • 9-14 days
  • Trailrides on request
  • Horse Trekking with different Stations
  • Horse Trekking with solid Station
  • Cutting
  • Gaucho Riding
  • Cross-Country
Minimum age for Trail Rides:
age 16 & up
Riding experience:
Experienced only
Demand on rider:
high demands
Big/Heavy Riders:
max. 90 kg - 200 lbs
Notes and supplements for the Trail Rides / Riding Program
We also organize logistical support for your own adventures and, whenever possible, offer customized arrangements. We accommodate all skill levels.

Training - Riding lessons - Riding classes
General information of the Training:
Trained Horses available, Private Lessons, Group Instruction
Riding Lessons for:
For Beginners, For Advanced Riders, especially for Children, especially for older Riders
Minimum Age for Riding Classes:
age 6 & up
Riding Classes / Lessons
Western Riding, Recreational riding, Cross-Country, Trekking, Cutting, Horse and Dog
Guest lodgings

Yurt, guesthouse, bungalow, and camping

2 Holiday Homes :
Double rooms in a bungalow or group rooms at the hostel. Simple, rustic country-style accommodations with plenty of charm and all the amenities. A beautiful yurt with a wood-burning stove is also available for our guests.
Prices upon request
5 Tents, Tepees, Hay Stores etc. :
For our trail rides, we use only tried-and-true expedition tents from The North Face, Marmot, and Hilleberg. Prices available upon request.
5 Campground / Campsites :
On our own property with shared use of the storage shed and, during the tours, at selected locations in Lago Puelo National Park. Always near a lake or river and surrounded by woods. Included in the price: use of our expedition tents (double tent; single tent available for an additional fee). Prices upon request
Amenities - special features:
Toilet and wash room, Showers
Catering
Kind of Catering:
  • Breakfast on request obligatory
  • Half-board on request obligatory
  • Full-board on request obligatory
  • Vegetarian Meals possible by arrangement
  • Vegan diet possible by arrangement
  • Wholesome food
  • Organic Farm
More information of the Catering:
We use organic products from our partners and neighbors whenever possible. During the treks (up to 10 days), we serve varied, high-quality meals. Participants are expected to help with cooking.
General information of the accommodation
More information of the accommodation:
Our tours have an expedition-style character, so we sleep in tents during the excursions. On the days before or after the tour, or if you extend your stay, accommodations in a bungalow or hostel are

Contact
 
Company:
Vagamundo
 
Name:
Tamisietta Obleitner
 
Country:
Switzerland
 
Phone:
Show phone number
 
E-Mail address:
Inquiry
 
Internet:
Owner's personal webpage

You can contact us with the following languages: German, English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Hungarian

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