Argentina · HORSES
The 15 horse riding tours worth booking, with the price, the length of the day and who each one suits. Number one is there on merit.
Ride into Mendoza’s mountains at sunset, then share a generous Argentine asado, wine, and family hospitality at a remote ranch.
“Everything was brilliant! The horse riding in the mountains was beautiful and the meal at the end was so delicious!!!”
Ride gentle horses into Mendoza’s foothills, reach a 2,000-meter viewpoint, and enjoy a family-style asado with wine.
“Had the most amazing time on this excursion! The trail and horse riding were incredible and the traditional asada bbq at the end was delicious. Made friends along the day and had a wonderful time”
Ride Cerro Frías near El Calafate through lenga forest, enjoy mountain views, and finish with a hearty ranch meal in Patagonia.
“It was a great experience, the guides were very professional. The horses were very gentle; it was my first time riding a horse and I had no difficulties at all. The only downside was the food; it says lunch is included, but there was only tea, coffee, and cake. I was expecting something much better”
Ride into the Andes at sunset, then enjoy a Mendoza asado, local wine, bonfire, and gaucho guitar music under the stars.
“Diego and his crew are amazing! We had the best time - a highlight of our trip. After a beautiful ride through the mountains the Gauchos had an asado waiting for us and then we sat around the fire drinking wine and listening to folk songs. Highly recommend!”
Review of Mendoza’s sunset horseback ride in Lunlunta, with Andes views, a two-hour trail ride, asado dinner, transport, price, and practical tips.
“The horseback tour and food was excellent. And the tour guide Francisco made sure to make us all feel very included and made the evening very enjoyable”
Ride well-cared-for Criollo horses through Mendoza’s Andes, then enjoy empanadas, wine, asado, and dessert at a private family ranch.
“This was one of the coolest experiences we did in South America. Gilda, Lucia, and Angel were incredible guides and made the experience unforgettable. Great views of the Andes along the entire ride and then a delicious asado and wine lunch to cap off the day. Cannot recommend this enough!”
Ride gentle horses through Bariloche’s Andes foothills, then enjoy an authentic asado, wine, and ranch hospitality at San Ramón.
“We took our family of 5 on a 1/2 day tour + lunch and had a great time. The horses were pretty mellow, the scenery at the ranch was beautiful, and the lunch and snacks were tasty and authentic. Strongly recommend this outing.!”
Ride through Cerro Frias from El Calafate for Patagonian views, calm horses, gaucho guides, wildlife, and a warm ranch meal.
“What a pleasant surprise! My friends and I didn't know what to expect, but it was a highlight of our trip to Patagonia! Henry and Lucas were amazing guides, the scenery was incredible (especially at sunset--highly recommend the 6:30 tour) and the meal afterward was delicious. A steal for the price!”
Ride through Mendoza vineyards and olive groves, then enjoy a multi-course BBQ lunch with wine pairings at historic Club Tapiz.
“Ricky picked us up at our hotel. He was fun, knowledgeable, and bi-lingual in English and Spanish. Took us to the horses, where met our trail guide. He was fun, professional, and excellent. Ride was excellent too. Beautiful scenery. Then we went to an amazing lunch where the food and service were exceptional. We highly recommend this experience, and Trout & Wine as the hosts.”
Ride through Córdoba’s Sierras Chicas, visit a historic ranch, enjoy an asado lunch, and spend a relaxed day with horses and nature.
“What an incredible experience! Salvador is an incredible host. His horseback riding operation is a small, warm-hearted, family-like atmosphere that consists of students, guests, horses, cats, dogs, chickens and pigs. From the moment you arrive, Salvatore makes you feel at home. Coffee, tea and delicious sweets (alfajores, I think) are served outdoors while the horses are made ready. You will be matched to horse that suits your skill level and size and everything is done at an easy pace to make sure everyone is comfortable. Salvador is a warm-hearted and personable, easy going soul - he is head goucho, master BBQ chef, and tour guide as he takes people of…”
Ride through Buenos Aires countryside, learn gaucho skills, and enjoy breakfast, asado, drinks, and hotel transfers on this 8-hour ranch day.
“Our horseback riding leader Mahado is excellent. We have a great day. The scenery is lovely. The lunch is delicious. How do you recommend to everyone.”
Spend 10 hours riding horses, learning polo, sipping mate, and enjoying an Argentine barbecue in the Buenos Aires countryside.
“We had a glorious day with Tommy our host when both riding out and partaking in a fun game of polo. The day was split with a delicious bbq’d lunch . This trip is being is to be highly recommended for horse lovers , both beginners and the more advanced alike.”
Ride horses through Patagonia at historic Nibepo Aike ranch, with Andes views, lamb asado, rural traditions, and hotel transport from El Calafate.
“A bit of a disappointing day, considering what is available in the area. Very uncomfortable 90 minute drive to and from the ranch, and more of a day suited for small children than adult couples. The staff work very hard and welcoming - and the meal was well prepared.”
Ride horseback through the Andes near Mendoza, meet a local gaucho family, and enjoy tortas fritas, an asado, and Mendoza wine.
“Tim was excellent! From the moment he picked us up to the end of the day, we had a great time. As experienced riders, we appreciated the attention to detail and the not-overbearing attitude. The food was incredible.”
Ride through Mendoza vineyards to the Mendoza River, then add a generous Argentine asado at this friendly, family-run ranch.
“The horseback riding experience was beautiful! We loved our guide Javier who was super knowledgeable and helpful with the horses. Some more guidance for steering and all that before we got on the horses would have been great but we really enjoyed it and the views of the mountains and vineyards were spectacular. Thank you so much Javier!”
Every kind of Argentine day, and the best of each.
