Mendoza Excursions

Between the Andes and the vineyards, tailor-made experiences. Upon your arrival at Mendoza, our team will be ready to understand your preferences and create an itinerary that reflects exactly what you’re looking for. Each activity is adapted to your pace, allowing every experience to unfold at your own rhythm. In the meantime, take a look at some of the possibilities that await you here.

  • What is there to see

    Ride through the Andes, follow trails throught the mountains or taste your way through local wineries. At Awasi Mendoza, each excursion* is designed to connect you with the region’s landscape, culture and flavors.

  • What is there to see

    Ride through the Andes, follow trails throught the mountains or taste your way through local wineries. At Awasi Mendoza, each excursion is designed to connect you with the region’s landscape, culture and flavors.

  • What is there to see

    Ride through the Andes, follow trails throught the mountains or taste your way through local wineries. At Awasi Mendoza, each excursion is designed to connect you with the region’s landscape, culture and flavors.

  • What is there to see

    Ride through the Andes, follow trails throught the mountains or taste your way through local wineries. At Awasi Mendoza, each excursion* is designed to connect you with the region’s landscape, culture and flavors.

  • What is there to see

    Ride through the Andes, follow trails throught the mountains or taste your way through local wineries. At Awasi Mendoza, each excursion is designed to connect you with the region’s landscape, culture and flavors.

  • What is there to see

    Ride through the Andes, follow trails throught the mountains or taste your way through local wineries. At Awasi Mendoza, each excursion is designed to connect you with the region’s landscape, culture and flavors.

  • Explore the Andes on horseback, guided by local experts

  • Each excursion is designed to connect you with the land, its people, and their stories

  • Pedal through sunlit vineyards and feel the spirit of Mendoza

Sailing Tour

Sailing Tour

  • Difficulty: Moderate
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  • Half day, Full day, Aquatic

Departing from the lodge, guests are driven by vehicle (approximately 40 minutes) to the starting point at Club de Windsurf.

Sailing on the lake for 1.5 hours or 3 hours offers the chance to take in the stunning landscapes of the surrounding mountains and shimmering waters.

This activity can also be combined with the bike tour for a full outdoor experience.

Golf Course

Golf Course

  • Difficulty: Easy
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  • Half day

For golf enthusiasts, Awasi Mendoza offers access to two exceptional courses nearby:

Club de Campo, an iconic 18-hole course designed by architect Carlos Thays in 1974, just 30 minutes from Awasi Mendoza. It's the only 18-hole championship course and host to international tournaments.

La Vacherie, a scenic 9-hole course located 20 minutes from the lodge, offering breathtaking Andes views from every hole. Gentle terrain and playful layout make it perfect for relaxed rounds.

Please note reservation is required.

Potrerillos Bike Tour

Potrerillos Bike Tour

  • Difficulty: Difficult
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  • Half day, Bike

Departing from the lodge around 10 AM, guests are transported by vehicle approximately 40 minutes to the starting point at the beautiful Lake Potrerillos. From there, they pedal an approximately 12 km route around the pristine lake.

At the end, relax with a delicious picnic prepared by our chef, while enjoying stunning views of the Andean Cordillera and the shimmering lake.

Please note that the duration of the activity will depend on each guest’s pace.

Awasi Biking Tour

Awasi Biking Tour

  • Difficulty: Easy
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  • Half day, Bike

Departing from the lodge, discover the rural roads and vineyards around Awasi by bike.

The flat and gentle terrain is perfect for casual cyclists or anyone seeking a relaxed and scenic ride. For those looking for more adventure, some trails allow for a faster pace.

Routes can include visits to nearby wineries like Decero and Ojo de Agua, offering a unique blend of outdoor activity and wine tasting. Distances vary depending on the route chosen, with the longest loop reaching 8 km (5 miles).

Our lodge offers three types of bikes: complimentary regular bicycles to explore the vineyards around the lodge, regular bicycles for winery bike tours and e‑bikes for winery bike tours.

Please note that a guide must accompany guests on winery bike tours, as it is not permitted to ride the bikes after consuming wine.

Vallecitos Hike

Vallecitos Hike

  • Difficulty: Moderate
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  • Half day, Full day, ACTIVE

Nestled in the Andes at 1,066m, Vallecitos offers summits between 1,400m-2,700m with sweeping mountain vistas from the top.

This midday adventure departs the lodge at 10am, arriving by 11:30am. Thoughtfully planned according to your fitness, health and preferences, with a professional guide.

Picnic lunch included. Reservation required.

Rafting

Rafting

  • Difficulty: Moderate
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  • Half day, Aquatic

For those who enjoy a dose of adrenaline, rafting on the meltwaters of the Mendoza River
is an unmissable experience. With moderate difficulty (Class II+ / III+), it’s accessible,
exciting, and set in a stunning natural environment.

In summer, the river runs stronger, carrying sediments that create intense rapids with
drops and waves — ideal for thrill-seekers. In winter, the water level drops, revealing rock
formations and offering a clearer, more scenic ride. The pace is calmer, but the experience
remains equally rewarding.

This activity is shared with other Awasi guests (minimum of 4 people).

Gastronomic Experience

Gastronomic Experience

  • Difficulty: Easy
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  • Half day, LEISURE

Lunch can be enjoyed at a selection of unique venues across Luján de Cuyo, each offering a distinct culinary experience rooted in the region’s landscape and traditions.

At Assemblage, French-Argentine fusion cuisine is served in an elegant yet relaxed setting, combining classic techniques with local flavours.

Terrazas offers an intimate experience, with open-fire cooking stations and optional hands-on classes that invite guests to participate in the preparation of their meal.

At Zonda, located within Lagarde, guests can enjoy refined cuisine in a tranquil atmosphere that reflects the spirit of the surrounding vineyards.

For a more rustic and immersive experience, Ramos Generales at Bodega Kaikén offers lunch in the heart of the vineyard—complete with fires, grilled meats, and empanadas.

* The gastronomic experiences last around two hours. The total duration will depend on the number of wineries visited in combination with the gastronomic experiences.

Cóndor Lookout Trail

Cóndor Lookout Trail

  • Difficulty: Moderate
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  • Half day, Full day, ACTIVE

Explore Quebrada del Cóndor, a private reserve in the Anded offering access to multiple hiking routes and scenic trails. Choose from half-day or full-day hikes, all guided and tailored to your pace and interests.

Far from the public routes, this secluded landscape offers a chance to connect with nature far from crowds and with luck, spot majestic condors soaring overhead.

It is recommended to bring technical footwear, layered clothing, gloves, and thermal socks for winter.

Horseback Riding at Awasi

Horseback Riding at Awasi

  • Difficulty: Easy
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  • Half day, Horseback Ride

An ideal way to explore the vineyards and rural landscapes surrounding the lodge.

The flat and gentle terrain is perfect for less experienced riders, though some trails offer the opportunity to canter.

Rides can include visits to nearby wineries such as Decero and Ojo de Agua.

Andes Horseback Ride

Andes Horseback Ride

  • Difficulty: Easy
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  • Half day, Horseback Ride

This family-run ranch sits along the scenic Camino de la Carrera, offering sweeping views and a Patagonian-like sense of vastness.

Upon arrival, guests are warmly welcomed with coffee before setting off on a horseback ride along rugged trails that wind through hills and untouched native vegetation, providing a stark contrast to the vineyard landscapes.

The experience ends with empanadas and wine shared with the hosts. It’s an excellent outing to combine with visits to wineries in the Uco Valley.

*The total time might be extended to 8 hours if combined with a visit to Valle de Uco wineries.

Awasi Biking Tour

Awasi Biking Tour

  • Difficulty: Easy
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  • Half day, ACTIVE, Bike

Discover the rural roads and vineyards surrounding Awasi by bike.

The flat and gentle terrain is perfect for casual cyclists or anyone seeking a relaxed and scenic ride. For those after more adventure, some trails allow for a faster pace.

Routes can include visits to nearby wineries like Decero and Ojo de Agua, offering a unique blend of outdoor activity and wine tasting.

Camino de las Carreras Biking Tour

Camino de las Carreras Biking Tour

  • Difficulty: Moderate
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  • Half day, ACTIVE, Bike

To reach the starting point, we transport the bikes by vehicle to a scenic unpaved road located about an hour from Awasi.

Once there, guests can choose how much of the 30 km route they wish to explore. This flexible experience can be easily combined with visits to Uco Valley wineries, horseback riding, or hiking in the same area.

*This experience is offered in combination with Quebrada del Cóndor Hike or Horseback Riding at Vivacs del Plata, lasting a maximum of 8 hours. The bike riding itself lasts 2:30 hours maximum.

Cooking Class

Cooking Class

  • Difficulty: Easy
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  • Half day, LEISURE

Enjoy a hands-on culinary experience set among the vineyards of our lodge. Learn to prepare classic local dishes such as empanadas, grilled bread, ojo de bife (ribeye), tomaticán, and seasonal grilled fruits, all guided by our kitchen team.

The experience ends with a relaxed meal, open-air meal, where you’ll enjoy the recipes you’ve just prepared, surrounded by the landscape that inspired them.

Advance reservation is required.

Live Music

Live Music

  • Difficulty: None
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  • Half day, LEISURE

Evenings at Awasi Mendoza are elevated by the sound of live music.

Whether it’s the intensity of tango or the smooth rhythm of jazz, dinner becomes a sensorial experience, connecting cuisine, place, and melody

Wine Tasting

Wine Tasting

  • Difficulty: None
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  • Half day, LEISURE

Guests can join our sommelier for an introductory winetasting in the cellar — a guided journey through the flavors, terroir, and techniques of the region.

Ideal for beginners or enthusiasts who want to explore Mendoza’s wine culture in a relaxed setting.

Winery Visits

Winery Visits

  • Difficulty: Easy
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  • Full day

Step into the heart of Mendoza with private visits to the region’s most exceptional wineries. From family-run vineyards with century-old vines to cutting-edge estates redefining modern enology, every visit offers a different story and a different taste.

You’ll explore a curated selection of wineries, each offering an immersive experience where wine, gastronomy and storytellin take center stage.

Please note wineries in Luján de Cuyo area are within 10 to 30 minutes from the hotel. Each winery visit lasts approximately one hour, making it possible to explore between two and four wineries in a single day.

Aconcagua

Aconcagua

  • Difficulty: Moderate
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  • Full day, ACTIVE

Rising to nearly 7000 meters, Aconcagua is the highest peak in the Americas, a giant of the Andes and a symbol of natural grandeur.

This full-day trek begins at Horcones Lagoon, inside Aconcagua Provincial Park, at an altitude of 2950 meters. Accompanied by a professional guide, you’ll follow the Horcones River Valley, taking in breathtaking views of Aconcagua’s south face and the Andean landscape.

The route crosses the Durazno Ravine before reaching Confluencia (3,390 meters), a rewarding viewpoint with vistas of the southern wall of Aconcagua.

After enjoying a picnic lunch at the viewpoint, you’ll descend following the same scenic trail back to the starting point.