Escape Buenos Aires for a full-day gaucho festival at Estancia Santa Susana—an interactive mix of horseback skills, folkloric music and a traditional asado. This day trip offers hands-on cultural exchange and wide Pampas views about 70 km from the city.
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The day begins on a highway out of Buenos Aires and eases into the wide, flat pulse of the Pampas—grasslands that seem to push the horizon away. Arriving at Estancia Santa Susana, visitors are greeted in the pulpería with empanadas and a slow, open-air rhythm: livestock pastures, dirt tracks, and horses that seem to measure time in hoofbeats.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; some walking and light mounting required
Wildlife
History
Large estancias in the Province of Buenos Aires shaped Argentina’s gaucho traditions during the 18th–19th centuries; many ranches preserve those customs in cultural festivals.
Conservation
Responsible visits support local communities and pastoral land management; stick to paths, avoid disturbing livestock, and take waste back to the ranch’s bins.
Reserve your spot on the Fiesta Gaucha and Day Ranch in Santa Susana Ranch today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes
Ground is uneven and dusty; boots or hiking shoes protect feet for riding and walking around corrals.
Bring sun protection and water
The Pampas sun can be strong—use sunscreen, a hat and carry a refillable bottle.
Carry small cash
Vendors and tips are often cash-preferred for souvenirs and optional activities.
Be ready to participate
The gaucho demonstrations are interactive—comfortable clothing and readiness to follow instructor cues make the experience better.
Closed-toe hiking or riding boots
Protects feet on uneven ground and during any short horseback activity.
Wide-brim hat and sunscreen
Shields you from strong sun while you’re outdoors for several hours.
summer
Light wind layer
Evenings can cool quickly after late-afternoon shows; a light jacket is handy.
fall
Camera with zoom
Captures action from a distance—ring races and mounted demonstrations move fast.