High Mountain Experience

The words with which the characteristics of the Andes were expressed correspond exactly to the categories of the sublime: verticality, grandeur, monumentality, essential purity, the intensity of colors, astonishment, mystical asceticism and transcendence...

The road to Chile is stunning to look at and fascinating to learn about. Following the route that skirts the winding course of the Mendoza river, you will leave the countryside behind in order to enter the pre- mountain range area. The first stop will be in Potrerillos, a small mountain town, with weekend residences belonging to the inhabitants of Mendoza. There is also an unbeatable view of the Potrerillos dam which forms a breathtaking artificial lake. The following section of the route leads to Uspallata, framed by mountainous landscapes with changing colours, filled with various geological formations and many tunnels on the road. The famous film "Seven years in Tibet" was filmed in this valley.

The trip continues towards several other small mountain towns, Polvaredas, Punta de Vacas, Penitentes, until you reach Puente del Inca, a natural bridge where Las Cuevas river has drilled into the mountains forming this incredible natural attraction. Thermal water emerges from different areas and several pools are being used by the climbers as a free spa!

Close to the border, a wonderful viewpoint allows us to see Mt Aconcagua in all its splendor, which stands at 6,962 meters (22,841 feet) above sea level. The mountains in the Andes are the highest in the world outside of the Himalayas. We’ll venture into the Provincial Park until we reach the stunning Horcones Lagoon for a small walk and pictures. On the way back we will explore the charming town of Uspallata, before driving along Mendoza River on the way back to the City of Mendoza. This tour is really an amazing way to see and experience the spectacular wilderness areas of the Andes Mountains in Mendoza.

• Transportation to and from your hotel (downtown)
• Professional bilingual guide (Spanish / English)
• Breakfast with the best view of the impressive mountain range and the Potrerillos dam
• Walk inside the Aconcagua Park, beautiful view of the Horcones Lagoon (one hour of trekking approx, allowed in summer)
• Visit to the "Puente del Inca" to know its history and beauty
• Delicious picnic surrounded by mountains and the beautiful Rio Mendoza
• Small groups, personalized service
• Note: the Alta Montaña Circuit is a full day trip that can be done all year round. In the complete circuit the route is approximately km, reaching Aconcagua Park (3000 meters above sea level).