This remarkable adventure offers a unique opportunity to traverse one of humanity's most extraordinary accomplishments. We will journey across the Andes Mountains, following the exact path taken by San Martín and O'Higgins in 1817.
During this 7-day, 6-night expedition, you'll experience breathtaking landscapes framed by the towering peaks of Aconcagua and Mercedario, the highest mountains in the Americas. Along the way, witness vast herds of guanacos and the majestic flight of condors. As night falls, the southern hemisphere's sky will unveil a spectacular array of stars. The serenity, campfire gatherings, guitar music, and traditional mate rituals create the perfect setting to reflect on each day's experiences.
This excursion is perfect for nature enthusiasts and horseback riding aficionados eager to relive the historic journey of the Army of the Andes.
Tour Description
Day 1
We will gather in Los Molles at 6 p.m. for the Entry process.
Following this, the guides who will accompany you on this adventure will conduct an in-depth briefing about the route. We will then proceed with the " Customs," which involves selecting all the necessary items for our journey that will be packed into two saddlebags. The rest of your belongings will be securely stored at the Hostel.
This initial day is designed to be relaxed, allowing you to acquaint yourself with your fellow riders and guides. It's also crucial to acclimate to the altitude. We'll spend our first evening enjoying a delightful dinner at the Hostel.
Day 2
Bright and early, after a hearty breakfast, we will depart by van to Las Leñas Chicas, where we will meet our travel companions: the horses.
With the assistance of guides and local experts, horses are carefully chosen to suit each rider perfectly.
We will embark on our ride, making our way to Portezuelo Ancho for a cold lunch before continuing our journey to the camp in Valle Hermoso.
At our campsite, we'll set up for our first night in the outdoors, crafting our "beds" with tarps, sleeping bags, and blankets. Meanwhile, the guide's assistant will prepare a fire for cooking, and we'll enjoy the evening under the stars, accompanied by a stove, guitar, and the tranquility of the Andes.
Day 3
Following breakfast, we'll ready our horses to journey west towards the Trujillo stream. After a cold lunch and a restful break, we'll continue riding to reach the Piedras Negras summer post, where we will camp for the third night. Riding times consist of approximately 3 hours in the morning and about 2 hours in the afternoon.
Day 4
On the fourth day, after breakfast, we will prepare the mules and saddlebags as we ascend to the border with Chile (Santa Elena pass, 3080 meters).
Upon returning to the camp after lunch, we'll be welcomed with delicious fried cakes as a snack, and spend the fourth night dining under the vast skies. Our riding time will total around 7 hours.
Day 5
After breakfast, we will head towards the Yesera post of the middle Gr Turismo Aventura Base Camp. Following lunch, we will cross the Cobre River.
On this final night, we will enjoy a trick tournament after dinner.
Day 6
With breakfast complete, we'll conduct the final saddling of our horses and mules.
Concluding our adventure, we will proceed to Portezuelo Ancho, where a delicious lunch, fresh beer, and vehicles will be waiting to transport us back to the Pehuenche Refuge in Los Molles, arriving between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. After a leisurely afternoon, we'll gather for dinner and a farewell.
Day 7
We bid farewell with a hearty and abundant breakfast.
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