Full-Day Aconcagua Experience in Mendoza Province
by Kahuak
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This full-day bus trip begins by traveling southwest along Provincial Route 86 from Mendoza Province, passing through Cacheuta and crossing the tunnel connecting it to Potrerillos. Along the way, participants will see the Cordón del Plata mountain range, which is Mendoza’s main water source, and get views of Potrerillos Dam, a large mountain reservoir. The tour continues to the town of Uspallata for a stop that offers broad views of the valley. Then the group travels a few kilometers further to Puente del Inca, a natural stone bridge known for its hot springs, where the tour pauses for about 20 minutes. The main part of the day is spent at Aconcagua Provincial Park. The group obtains permits from park rangers and takes a walk lasting about two hours to the Laguna de Horcones viewpoint. From there, the South Wall and summit of Aconcagua, the highest mountain in the Americas, are visible. The walk highlights local flora and fauna. The tour includes round-trip transportation, a professional bilingual guide, a morning snack with infusions and sweets, and a technical lunch stop. Entrance fees to Aconcagua Park are not included. The route may be altered in winter due to road conditions and weather.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Potrerillos Dam
The trip heads southwest on Provincial Route 86, crossing a tunnel near Cacheuta village to reach Potrerillos. Here, travelers see the Cordón del Plata Range, Mendoza’s main water source, and the Potrerillos Dam, a clear water reservoir surrounded by mountains. The stop lasts about 20 minutes.
20 min
Parque Provincial Aconcagua
The main destination is Aconcagua Provincial Park. Visitors obtain permits from park rangers before starting a roughly one-hour hike to the Laguna de Horcones viewpoint. This walk provides views of the highest peak in the Americas, as well as local plants, animals, and the sky. Park entrance tickets are not included and must be paid in Argentine pesos. All participants must carry a passport. The stop lasts about 90 minutes.
90 min
Puente del Inca
The tour includes a 20-minute stop at Puente del Inca, a natural stone bridge known for its hot springs.
20 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Full-Day Aconcagua Experience in Mendoza Province
by Kahuak
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$320Overview
This full-day bus trip begins by traveling southwest along Provincial Route 86 from Mendoza Province, passing through Cacheuta and crossing the tunnel connecting it to Potrerillos. Along the way, participants will see the Cordón del Plata mountain range, which is Mendoza’s main water source, and get views of Potrerillos Dam, a large mountain reservoir. The tour continues to the town of Uspallata for a stop that offers broad views of the valley. Then the group travels a few kilometers further to Puente del Inca, a natural stone bridge known for its hot springs, where the tour pauses for about 20 minutes. The main part of the day is spent at Aconcagua Provincial Park. The group obtains permits from park rangers and takes a walk lasting about two hours to the Laguna de Horcones viewpoint. From there, the South Wall and summit of Aconcagua, the highest mountain in the Americas, are visible. The walk highlights local flora and fauna. The tour includes round-trip transportation, a professional bilingual guide, a morning snack with infusions and sweets, and a technical lunch stop. Entrance fees to Aconcagua Park are not included. The route may be altered in winter due to road conditions and weather.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Potrerillos Dam
The trip heads southwest on Provincial Route 86, crossing a tunnel near Cacheuta village to reach Potrerillos. Here, travelers see the Cordón del Plata Range, Mendoza’s main water source, and the Potrerillos Dam, a clear water reservoir surrounded by mountains. The stop lasts about 20 minutes.
20 min
Parque Provincial Aconcagua
The main destination is Aconcagua Provincial Park. Visitors obtain permits from park rangers before starting a roughly one-hour hike to the Laguna de Horcones viewpoint. This walk provides views of the highest peak in the Americas, as well as local plants, animals, and the sky. Park entrance tickets are not included and must be paid in Argentine pesos. All participants must carry a passport. The stop lasts about 90 minutes.
90 min
Puente del Inca
The tour includes a 20-minute stop at Puente del Inca, a natural stone bridge known for its hot springs.
20 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.