Mendoza River Rafting Activity
Description
Embarking on the Mendoza River Rafting Activity offers an exhilarating experience as you navigate the exciting currents of this stunning Argentine river. Get ready to embrace the adventure that lies ahead!
Mendoza River Rafting Activity
Upon reserving your spot, you will have the option to select from a 12 or 30-kilometre (7.4 to 18-mile) rafting journey. We will convene at your chosen time at the Parque de Aventura in Potrerillos, conveniently located adjacent to the Mendoza River.
12-Kilometre Rafting Journey (2 hours)
Choosing this option means we'll depart from our meeting point and take a brief 15-minute drive along the Ruta 7 to one of the prime locations along the Mendoza River’s banks.
Following a short briefing from our expert instructor, we will commence our rafting adventure. This segment is ideal for individuals new to the sport, as we will cover 12 kilometres through class II and III rapids of moderate difficulty.
Your time on the river will last for about 60 minutes, after which we will conclude our journey and bid farewell.
Schedule: This option is available from May to June at either 11 am or 3 pm, depending on your preference.
30-Kilometre Rafting Journey + Lunch (5 to 6 hours)
For this experience, we will venture towards Cerro Negro and explore the picturesque banks of the Mendoza River that run alongside this hill. Let’s begin our adventure!
This journey lasts between 3 hours 30 minutes and 4 hours as we navigate an extraordinary 30-kilometre (19-mile) route through class II and III rapids. Midway through, we will take a break for a delicious lunch at the river’s edge, near the historical Guido train station. Our lunch menu features a delightful barbecue with sausages, fresh vegetables, salad, and fruit. You can enjoy your meal with options of wine, juice, or mineral water.
Post-lunch, we will continue our rafting expedition on the Mendoza River towards the scenic Tierras Coloradas area before returning to our starting point.
Schedule: This experience can be reserved from December to March at 11 am.
What's included
- Transport by minibus or coach
- English–speaking guide
- Rafting equipment hire
- Wetsuit in winter
- Waterproof jacket in summer
- Lunch (optional)
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
Meeting point
30 minutes before the scheduled time, you'll need to be ready at the following location: Parque de Aventura in Potrerillos, located next to the Argentina Rafting restaurant: Ruta Perilago s/n, on the banks of the Mendoza River. Please be punctual.
Requirements
Participants must be in good physical condition to do this activity.
No previous experience is required for this activity, nor is it necessary to know how to swim.
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