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Argentina's Most Sought-After Adventure Trips

Top 5 most sought-after extreme trips in Argentina

Eugenia Fernandez Roca
Trekkingymontanismo

In this article we present Argentina's most chosen adventures for enjoying nature and beautiful landscapes.. we show you experiences that spark adrenaline and feed the adventurous spirit in travelers. From trekking on ancestral trails to horseback rides that trace unexplored routes and mountaineering that challenges the limits of altitude, we'll explore the most coveted destinations for those seeking a complete experience. 

1. Andes Crossing Trek via Paso Portillo – Paso Vuriloche

An incredible adventure crossing the Andes via two very distinct passes. Paso Portillo, with all its Cuyo beauty and the history behind General San Martín, and Paso Vuriloche, meeting up in Bariloche, enjoying the waterfalls and Patagonian greenery.

Both trips last one week, starting in Argentina and finishing in Chile. 

-Andes Crossing via Paso Portillo

-Andes Crossing via Paso Vuriloche

2. Expedition to the Uruguayans' Plane - horseback ride and trekking

Two trips that offer, by different means — on horseback or on foot — the chance to see the wreckage of the plane and the surroundings of the 1972 crash site, where 45 Uruguayan passengers were flying. With all the respect this visit deserves, the trip sets out in the morning from the El Sosneado rest stop, camping along the way, and travelers will be able to discover this area, whose history captivates people all over the world. The horseback ride is planned over 3 days, while the trek takes 4 days.

-Horseback ride to the wreckage of the Uruguayans' Plane

-Trekking to the wreckage of the Uruguayans' Plane

3. Andes Crossing Horseback Ride via Paso de los Patos (San Martín's Route)

Whether to travel through a place of great historical significance or simply to fulfill the dream of crossing the massive mountain range, the Andes Crossing horseback rides invite you to explore the very passes General San Martín once traveled and to cross those high peaks. Accommodation is in tents, and for the more daring, there's also the option of sleeping out in the open, gazing at the stars.

- San Martín Route Horseback Ride 

4. Ascent to the summit of Cerro Penitentes

Cerro Penitentes is reached from the Quebrada de Vargas, a bit above the winter ski resort of the same name and just a few kilometers from Puente del Inca. Facing it rises Cerro Aconcagua, at 6962 meters above sea level. The program runs 4 days, to allow for enjoyment and proper acclimatization. An invitation for those wanting to get started in high-altitude mountains and trekking through the Main Andes range.

-Cerro Penitentes Summit

5. Calilegua Tilcara Trek, an adventure from the Yunga to the Puna

This is one of the most appealing expeditions offered in northwestern Argentina.  A deep experience with nature and an ancient route, following age-old paths first walked by indigenous peoples, which become more magical the further you travel, through landscapes of deep gorges, valleys and small high plains. You'll go from the intense green of the jungle to the bare landscape of the high mountains. Along the way you'll spot condors soaring through the skies, herds of guanacos and vicuñas.  The season runs from April to October.

- Calilegua Tilcara Trek

We invite you to explore, to push your limits, and to get to know your own adventurous spirit. Discover destinations that challenge your limits and awaken your senses. Let every step become an opportunity to connect with nature, where challenges turn into unforgettable stories. So, prepare your senses, tighten your boots and let the adventure carry you. Are you ready? Embark on this exciting journey and let adventure find you!

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Eugenia Fernandez Roca

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