Cordon del Plata Provincial Park Trek

Breathe in the fresh air of the Andean landscapes of Argentina with this trek through the beautiful Cordón del Plata Provincial Park. This is the perfect adventure for high mountain lovers!

Cordon del Plata Provincial Park Trek

After picking you up at your hotel in Mendoza between 7:30 am and 8 am, we will drive along National Route 7 to the Andean towns of Cacheuta and Potrerillos, stopping briefly at Potrerillos to admire its reservoir. We will enjoy traditional empanadas from Mendoza and a tasty infusion before continuing to Vallecitos ski resort in Cordón del Plata Provincial Park. The trek begins here, lasting 6.5 hours with moderate difficulty, reaching an altitude of 12,600 feet.

The hike leads through Quebrada de Arenales gorge to the summits of Pico Andresito and Cerro Arenales, where we will observe local wildlife. The journey continues to the top of Cerro Lomas Blancas, offering panoramic views of the Cordón del Plata range. A picnic lunch will be served, including sandwiches, empanadas, fruit, alfajores, and sweets.

After lunch, we will descend through Morenas Coloradas valley. The trek concludes at 4 pm back at Vallecitos ski resort, followed by a return trip to your hotel in Mendoza, arriving between 5:30 pm and 6 pm.

Hotel pickup

Hotel pick up takes place in the following areas of Greater Mendoza: Mendoza, Godoy Cruz, Guaymallén, Lujan de Cuyo, and Maipú.