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Soar across six cables in Potrerillos, covering 1,400 meters and two crossings of the Mendoza River. This guided zipline tour pairs high-altitude adrenaline with straightforward logistics and bilingual guides.
Soar across six cables in Potrerillos, covering 1,400 meters and two crossings of the Mendoza River. This guided zipline tour pairs high-altitude adrenaline with straightforward logistics and bilingual guides.
Morning light slides across the Andes foothills as your van snakes out of Mendoza toward Potrerillos. The air sharpens; scrub pines and low montane cliffs flank the road. At base camp a guide runs through harness checks and a clear safety briefing, then you step onto the first platform and the world narrows to cable, wind and the carved corridor of the Mendoza River below.
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Operated by Gray Line Argentina · Potrerillos, Mendoza
Morning light slides across the Andes foothills as your van snakes out of Mendoza toward Potrerillos. The air sharpens; scrub pines and low montane cliffs flank the road. At base camp a guide runs through harness checks and a clear safety briefing, then you step onto the first platform and the world narrows to cable, wind and the carved corridor of the Mendoza River below.
This canopy sits on the western fringe of Mendoza Province, where Andean uplift and seasonal runoff shape steep canyon walls and a deep reservoir that tugs at the valley floor. Locals use the river for irrigation and summer rafting; the Potrerillos area has grown into a small outdoors hub where ziplines, climbing and mountain biking share the same scrub-scented air. The course’s six cables total about 1,400 meters, with typical spans flying around 60 meters above ground and two dramatic crossings over the river that turn gravity into a deliberate, controlled rush.
Expect two to four hours for the excursion including transfers, with bilingual guides, supplied harnesses and helmets, and personal accident insurance included. Riders should be comfortable with exposure, able to climb short stair sections and follow guide instructions for braking and positioning. After the final cable, the base’s small restaurant is a convenient place to rehydrate and watch other riders thread the line.
Practical notes: wear sturdy closed-toe shoes, bring layered sun protection, and schedule mornings to avoid the heat and afternoon gusts. The experience balances high-adrenaline zip flight with easy logistics—round-trip transfers from Mendoza mean you spend more time in the air and less time arranging transport.
moderate.
2–4 hours.
Moderately fit; able to climb stairs, manage short uphill approaches and tolerate exposure to heights.
Minimum age is 6 years; children under 6 are not permitted for safety reasons.
Yes—round-trip transfers from hotels in Mendoza’s city center are included in the booking.
The course requires comfort with exposure; guides provide step-by-step instruction and gradual entry but riders must be willing to progress platform to platform.
This tour has an all-sales-final policy; cancellations are non-refundable, so confirm plans before booking.
Potrerillos sits on the western edge of Mendoza’s irrigated valleys; the reservoir and surrounding recreation developed as tourism and adventure sports expanded in the late 20th century.
Stay on established trails and follow guide instructions—vegetation is fragile in this semi-arid zone, and the operators limit platform and trail footprints to reduce erosion.
Gray Line Argentina operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Morning light slides across the Andes foothills as your van snakes out of Mendoza toward Potrerillos. The air sharpens; scrub pines and low montane cliffs flank the road. At base camp a guide runs through harness checks and a clear safety briefing, then you step onto the first platform and the world narrows to cable, wind and the carved corridor of the Mendoza River below.
Morning light slides across the Andes foothills as your van snakes out of Mendoza toward Potrerillos. The air sharpens; scrub pines and low montane cliffs flank the road. At base camp a guide runs through harness checks and a clear safety briefing, then you step onto the first platform and the world narrows to cable, wind and the carved corridor of the Mendoza River below.
This canopy sits on the western fringe of Mendoza Province, where Andean uplift and seasonal runoff shape steep canyon walls and a deep reservoir that tugs at the valley floor. Locals use the river for irrigation and summer rafting; the Potrerillos area has grown into a small outdoors hub where ziplines, climbing and mountain biking share the same scrub-scented air. The course’s six cables total about 1,400 meters, with typical spans flying around 60 meters above ground and two dramatic crossings over the river that turn gravity into a deliberate, controlled rush.
Expect two to four hours for the excursion including transfers, with bilingual guides, supplied harnesses and helmets, and personal accident insurance included. Riders should be comfortable with exposure, able to climb short stair sections and follow guide instructions for braking and positioning. After the final cable, the base’s small restaurant is a convenient place to rehydrate and watch other riders thread the line.
Practical notes: wear sturdy closed-toe shoes, bring layered sun protection, and schedule mornings to avoid the heat and afternoon gusts. The experience balances high-adrenaline zip flight with easy logistics—round-trip transfers from Mendoza mean you spend more time in the air and less time arranging transport.