Activities in Central Argentina
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Francois Lurton
An ultramodern facility run by two French brothers from a famous winemaking family, producing one of the best Mendoza torrontés on the market. Excellent tours with impressive tasting areas and barrel room.
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Carinae
Carinae is the furthest south you really want to go – it’s a small, French-owned winery producing a lovely rosé and some good reds. Tour fees are deducted from any wine purchases you make.
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Ríos Andinos
Based in Potrerillos, it specializes in rafting on Río Mendoza. Rafting trips cost AR$80 (35 minutes, Class I-II) to AR$230 (five hours, Class III-IV). Combined rafting and trekking AR$230 per day.
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Bianchi Champañera
The modern and highly regarded Bianchi Champañera is 6km away. Tours are friendly, offering visitors a glimpse into the making of sparkling wine (champagne), and English is spoken.
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Bikes & Wines
Bikes & Wines will supply you with a (basic) map of the area and may offer to take you in a van to your furthest point, meaning you only have to ride the 12km back to base.
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7 Cascadas
When the weather heats up, locals and tourists alike head for 7 Cascadas, which has three pools and a variety of swimming holes under waterfalls that were created when the local dam was built.
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Hugo Bikes
Hugo Bikes will supply you with a (basic) map of the area and may offer to take you in a van to your furthest point, meaning you only have to ride the 12km back to base.
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Coco Bikes
Coco Bikes will supply you with a (basic) map of the area and may offer to take you in a van to your furthest point, meaning you only have to ride the 12km back to base.
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Salentein
A state-of-the-art, Dutch-owned winery that’s distinctive for its on-site contemporary-art gallery and its method of moving grapes and juice by hand and gravity, rather than by machine.
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LAUR
LAUR is a 100-year-old olive farm. The 15-minute tour tells you everything you need to know about olive oil production and is followed by a yummy tasting session.
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Cumbrecita Viajes
For guided hikes further into the mountains, as well as horse riding, trout fishing and mountain biking, contact Cumbrecita Viajes, which has an office on the main road in town.
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Risco Viajes
Try Risco Viajes, who offers standard local excursions to Valle Grande and nearby wineries, white-water rafting, mountain biking and other activities.
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Inka Expediciones
Pick up a copy of Maricio Fernandez’ full-color route guide (Spanish only), Escaladas en Mendoza, at Inka Expediciones.
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Sport Star
Sport Star offers the widest range of activities, including trekking, horseback riding, kayaking, mountain-bike tours, canoes and rappelling.
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Paracenter
If all Alta Gracia's history makes you feel like throwing yourself out of a plane, contact recommended local outfit Paracenter, which offers tandem skydives.
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Andeluna Estate
Tastings of the wonderful wines produced here take place in a charming old-world style tasting room. There are also great mountain views from the patio.
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Pizarro Expeditions
Pizarro Expeditions offers a range of outdoor activities including horse riding, mountain bike tours, rock climbing, trekking and 4WD off-roading.
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Mauricio Fernández
Mauricio Fernández is an experienced guide from the Asociación Argentina de Guías de Montaña lead two-week trips to Aconcagua.
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Fincas Andinas
Fincas Andinas makes excellent sparkling wine as well as malbec and cabernet. Guided visits take place every half an hour.
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Pulenta Estate
A boutique winery started by the ex-owners of the Trapiche label. Tours of the beautiful modern facility focus on tasting, not production.
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Fernando Grajale
Contact online.
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Pablo Reguera
Pablo Reguera is an experienced guide from the Asociación Argentina de Guías de Montaña lead two-week trips to Aconcagua.
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La Azul
A small winery producing excellent malbecs. Tours are in Spanish only, but focus mainly on tasting – you’re in and out in 20 minutes.
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Traslasierra Aventura
Traslasierra Aventura offers tours of the nearby Comechingones mountains, condor spotting and horseback riding.
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Taller de las Nubes
Pablo Jaraba (El Turco) at Taller de las Nubes offers tandem flights and lessons, charging the same as others.
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