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Short on time but hungry for the Andes? This half-day Potrerillos trek combines 2–3 hours of moderate hiking with guided rappels, reservoir views and a boxed lunch—ideal for first-time adventurers based in Mendoza.
Short on time but hungry for the Andes? This half-day Potrerillos trek combines 2–3 hours of moderate hiking with guided rappels, reservoir views and a boxed lunch—ideal for first-time adventurers based in Mendoza.
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Operated by ParaViajantes Tours · Potrerillos, Mendoza
A dry wind moves through the scrub as the minibus eases out of Mendoza and the precordillera rises, jagged and immediate. By the time the group steps onto the trail near Potrerillos, the river has already begun to pace the hike — at times whispering in riffles, at others daring you to push higher for the ridgeline views. Guides brief participants, check harnesses, and point to striated rock faces that record a younger, more violent Andes.
moderate.
2–3 hours.
Suitable for reasonably fit travelers who can handle steady uphill walking and short exposed sections; minimal prior experience required.
Hiking is open from age 8; the rappel portion requires participants to be at least 12 years old, with guides supervising all descents.
Yes—round-trip transport from central Mendoza hotels within the urban radius is included; specify pickup point at booking.
The route is moderate with short steep sections; wear hiking shoes or sport boots, layered clothing, and bring sun protection and an extra pair of socks.
The operator monitors conditions—standard cancellation policy allows a full refund if you cancel 24 hours before departure; in practice guides may adjust the itinerary for safety.
Potrerillos sits on older grazing routes and near 20th-century waterworks; the dam and reservoir reshaped local agriculture and recreation in the late 1900s.
Stick to established trails to limit erosion on fragile slopes; operators typically follow leave-no-trace practices and carry out waste to protect river systems.
ParaViajantes Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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