Top 11 Horse Riding in Argentina

1.Sunset Horse Back Riding in the Mountains and BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 515 reviews · 8 hours · from $120Our pick

Leave Mendoza by van for a family ranch in the mountains, where Stella and her team match you with a calm horse for a roughly three-hour ride. Follow mountain trails to a 2,100-meter viewpoint, then return for a generous asado with beef, pork, salads, vegetables, wine, and dessert. The ride suits beginners, but steep sections and a bumpy road require some preparation.

“This was such a great tour. It was scary at times, but I had an excellent horse, and I had to learn to trust him in some places along the route. We had several amazing guides and a good group for this tour. The Asado was plentiful and delicious! I can't recommend this experience highly enough.”

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2.Horseback riding in Cerro Frias

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 137 reviews · 4 hours · from $151

Ride from Estancia Alice up Cerro Frias with a calm, well-trained horse and a Spanish or English-speaking guide. You will cross open hills, reach 400 meters, and descend through lenga forest while looking toward the Centinela Valley, Cristales range, and possibly Torres del Paine. A ranch meal follows, with Sophia and Nacho among the guides.

“I loved it!! The views are incredible and Nacho was a great guide, very friendly and patient. Would recommend!”

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3.Sunset Horseback Riding

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 101 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $106Top rated

From Mendoza, you’ll ride for about two hours through Lunlunta’s foothills with guides such as Santiago, Leni, and Francisco. Expect calm horses, clear beginner instruction, Andes sunset views, and a shared asado of grilled meats, vegetables, drinks, and seasonal fruit. Transport from the city is included.

“A fabulous experience with magnificent views and gorgeous sure footed horses. The sunset was spectacular.”

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4.Horseback riding and barbecue in a private ranch – La Carrera, Mendoza

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $200

Spend about seven hours at El Pico Palma ranch in La Carrera, riding well-cared-for Criollo horses with Gilda, Lucía, and Ángel. The private 2.5-hour ride reaches 2,000 meters in the Andes, followed by empanadas, high-altitude wine, an Argentine asado, and regional desserts. Pickup from Mendoza and lunch are included.

“Really great experience! First of all nice personal contact right away together with a quick confirmation of the trip. The Ranch is beautiful, the surrounding is so spacious, I found it breath taking. The horses are super well behaved and well taken care off! The ride itself is beautiful and we enjoyed every bit of it. The food afterwards was excellent. You just feel that they have a heart of liking good products. We geld so relaxed. And next to that we even got really nice tips for the rest of our stay. Thank you so mutch!”

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5.Bariloche Horseback Riding & Traditional Argentine Barbecue Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 73 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $204

Ride for two hours with gauchos at San Ramón Ranch, about 45 to 60 minutes east of Bariloche. Beginners receive simple riding instructions and calm horses, while experienced riders can enjoy the Patagonian foothills, forests, lake, and steppe. Host Nico helps with the ranch experience, followed by an asado, wine, and dessert.

“Very good time! The staff is very nice. The food was delicious. Best steak and chorizo we have had in Argentina.”

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6.Horseback ride through vineyards followed by gourmet lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $210

Spend six hours exploring southern Maipu on horseback with a guide such as Victoria, Flor, or Exequiel, then sit down to a multi-course lunch with wine at Club Tapiz. Hotel transfers, horses, lunch, tastings, drinks, and insurance are included. The group is capped at eight, and beginners are welcome.

“Anna was an amazing guide for the day and shared her passion for her region. The group size was perfect (6 people), horses were safe and we got to soak in the scenery in a relaxed atmosphere. Food and wine were superb. Would definitely recommend!”

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7.Horseback riding through the Sierras

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $100Best value

Spend about 10 hours at El Rosal ranch near Agua de Oro with Salvador Gimenez Turismo Ecuestre. Tour historic adobe buildings and Comechingones mortars, ride twice through the Sierras Chicas, eat an asado, and rest beside the Chavascate stream.

“What an incredible experience! Salvador is an incredible host. His horseback riding operation is a small, warm-hearted, family-like atmosphere that consists of students, guests, horses, cats, dogs, chickens and pigs. From the moment you arrive, Salvatore makes you feel at home. Coffee, tea and delicious sweets (alfajores, I think) are served outdoors while the horses are made ready. You will be matched to horse that suits your skill level and size and everything is done at an easy pace to make sure everyone is comfortable. Salvador is a warm-hearted and personable, easy going soul - he is head goucho, master BBQ chef, and tour guide as he takes people of…”

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8.Nibepo Aike Ranch with Horseback Riding

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 17 reviews · 7 hours · from $175

Spend seven hours traveling from El Calafate to Nibepo Aike Ranch in Los Glaciares National Park. You’ll meet a bilingual guide, see a former sheep estancia now raising Hereford cattle, ride horseback with a baqueano, visit the shearing shed and museum, and eat lamb asado with wine or a nonalcoholic drink.

“Me encanto ! Fue una gran experiencia: paisajes hermosos, ambiente agradable y hospitalario, comida deliciosa, muy interesante la interacción con animales de la estancia y un espectacular paseo a caballo. Altamente recomendado”

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9.Private Experience: Horseback Riding and BBQ in the Mountain – Estancia La Carrera

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 8 hours · from $180

Spend eight hours in Mendoza’s La Carrera Valley with Gilda and the Estancia El Pico team. Ride calm Criollo horses through private mountain country, reach views of Cerro del Plata and Tupungato Volcano, then sit down to empanadas, an asado criollo, homemade dessert, and selected wines. Pickup is available from Mendoza, Luján de Cuyo, or Tupungato.

“Gilda and her team provided an unforgettable experience. Riding through the stunning valley was a true highlight, and the delicious meal paired with excellent wine afterward made it even more special. The horses were calm, gentle, and clearly well-cared for, making the ride peaceful and enjoyable. This is an amazing way to take in the beauty of the Mendoza countryside. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the area. Thank you, Gilda, for such a memorable day!”

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10.Sunset Horseback Ride and Asado in the Andes

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · 6 hours · from $159

You’ll leave central Mendoza for a six-hour sunset ride through Andean scenery, guided in Spanish by a local host such as Santiago. Gentle horses, a well-kept ranch, a full asado with salads and roasted vegetables, seasonal fruit, wine or juice, transport, and insurance are included.

“This sunset horseback ride was great! Santiago did an amazing job explaining everything & guided us throughout the adventure! His horses all well taken care of & very beautiful! The ranch was incredible & very well maintained! Our family had a lovely experience & would recommend this activity to anyone!”

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11.Guided horseback rides in the Patagonian steppe

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 6 hours · from $270

Leave Bariloche for La Fragua, just 30 km away, and spend six hours exploring the Patagonian steppe. A Spanish or Portuguese speaking guide leads two hours on horseback across uneven ground, streams, and fords. Breakfast, a wildlife talk, transfer, and an asado lunch are included. Groups are limited to 15 people.

“Wonderful! The views were gorgeous, very informative, and the food was delicious”

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