Atuel Canyon and San Rafael Trip

On this excursion to the Atuel Canyon and San Rafael, we will explore a significant natural area of Mendoza province.

Atuel Canyon and Valle Grande Trip

Pickup will be at your hotel in Mendoza at the scheduled time, followed by a 3-hour drive (235 kilometers / 146 miles) south towards San Rafael. After visiting the city, we will proceed to the Valle Grande reservoir, where you will have free time for photography, a lakeside stroll, lunch on your own, or activities such as a raft ride down the Atuel River or a catamaran ride on Valle Grande Dam Lake.

Next, we will enter the Atuel Canyon, observing unique rock formations shaped by natural forces, including El Lagarto, Los Viejos, Los Monstruos, the Enchanted City, El Mendigo, Los Jardines Colgantes.

Our visit includes El Nihuil Dam, which creates two artificial lakes for electricity generation, showcasing impressive dimensions.

Finally, we will return from El Nihuil Dam to Mendoza, a drive of 285 kilometers (177 miles) that will take approximately 3.5 hours. Arrival at the hotel will be 14 to 16 hours after initial pickup.

Pickup

The tour includes hotel pickup in downtown Mendoza. If your location is over 2 kilometers from the city center, the guide will contact you to arrange a meeting point.