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Spend a full day in Potrerillos combining a scenic one-hour horseback ride with an adrenaline-charged hour of rafting on the Mendoza River. Expect modern transfers, guided activities, safety gear provided, and a three-course lunch.
Spend a full day in Potrerillos combining a scenic one-hour horseback ride with an adrenaline-charged hour of rafting on the Mendoza River. Expect modern transfers, guided activities, safety gear provided, and a three-course lunch.
You step out of a modern, climate-controlled transfer into the dry, sharp light of the Andean foothills—wind moving across scrub and rock, the Mendoza River audible before you see it.
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Operated by AQUIMENDOZA · Potrerillos, Mendoza
You step out of a modern, climate-controlled transfer into the dry, sharp light of the Andean foothills—wind moving across scrub and rock, the Mendoza River audible before you see it.
This full-day Potrerillos excursion pairs a one-hour guided horseback ride with an hour of guided rafting on class II–III rapids. The horse section crosses gravel tracks and low ridgelines carved from Miocene and Pliocene sediments; riders get broad valley views and a close look at local ranching culture. The rafting section follows the Mendoza River through narrow channels where the current pushes the raft and guides call commands through spray and sun.
Potrerillos developed alongside irrigation projects and hydroelectric works; the dam and reservoir reshaped flows and created the water playground you use today. Geology here is visible in outcrops of folded sediment and alluvial fans dropping from higher Andean slopes. Local riders and guides often come from generations of mountain workers—expect practical skills, straightforward safety briefings, and an emphasis on leave-no-trace respect for riverbanks.
Practical guidance: plan for a 7–9 hour day including transport from Mendoza city, a three-course lunch, and provided safety gear (wetsuit, helmet, life jacket, water shoes). Bring a change of clothes, secure waterproof bag for electronics, and sunscreen. If you have back, heart, or pregnancy concerns this itinerary is not recommended. Book morning departures for softer light and calmer afternoon winds. Hydrate, listen to guides, and give yourself time to enjoy the slow descent back toward the city as the Andes slip into the distance.
The tour runs about 7–9 hours and includes private transport from Mendoza, a one-hour guided horseback ride, one-hour guided rafting, safety gear, and a three-course lunch with a non-alcoholic drink.
No—both activities are guided and suitable for beginners, though basic balance and a willingness to follow instructions are required.
Not recommended for pregnant travelers, people with serious heart or spinal problems; infants may ride in strollers for transport but should not participate in activities.
Bring a change of clothes, towel, sunscreen, personal ID, any medication, and a small waterproof bag for electronics.
AQUIMENDOZA operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step out of a modern, climate-controlled transfer into the dry, sharp light of the Andean foothills—wind moving across scrub and rock, the Mendoza River audible before you see it.
You step out of a modern, climate-controlled transfer into the dry, sharp light of the Andean foothills—wind moving across scrub and rock, the Mendoza River audible before you see it.
This full-day Potrerillos excursion pairs a one-hour guided horseback ride with an hour of guided rafting on class II–III rapids. The horse section crosses gravel tracks and low ridgelines carved from Miocene and Pliocene sediments; riders get broad valley views and a close look at local ranching culture. The rafting section follows the Mendoza River through narrow channels where the current pushes the raft and guides call commands through spray and sun.
Potrerillos developed alongside irrigation projects and hydroelectric works; the dam and reservoir reshaped flows and created the water playground you use today. Geology here is visible in outcrops of folded sediment and alluvial fans dropping from higher Andean slopes. Local riders and guides often come from generations of mountain workers—expect practical skills, straightforward safety briefings, and an emphasis on leave-no-trace respect for riverbanks.
Practical guidance: plan for a 7–9 hour day including transport from Mendoza city, a three-course lunch, and provided safety gear (wetsuit, helmet, life jacket, water shoes). Bring a change of clothes, secure waterproof bag for electronics, and sunscreen. If you have back, heart, or pregnancy concerns this itinerary is not recommended. Book morning departures for softer light and calmer afternoon winds. Hydrate, listen to guides, and give yourself time to enjoy the slow descent back toward the city as the Andes slip into the distance.