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Tunuyán · Manzano Histórico
Transfer to Manzano Histórico, meeting with guides and local horsemen, official procedures and the start of the ride. First night near Scaravelli Shelter.
Experience the expedition.
A horseback expedition through Portillo–Piuquenes Pass, mountain shelters, rivers and high-altitude landscapes. Explore the itinerary and ask about upcoming departures.
Duration6 days
Distance / routePortillo–Piuquenes
Departures and priceEnquire via WhatsApp
Expedition itinerary
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Portillo Argentino · Real de la Cruz
Ascent to Portillo Argentino (4,380 m above sea level) and descent to the Tunuyán River Valley. Approximately eight hours on horseback and overnight at Real de la Cruz Shelter.
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Descanso en Real de la Cruz
Rest day, with the option of a guided exploratory walk.
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Real de la Cruz · El Caletón
Cross the Tunuyán River, travel toward the Tupungato volcano viewpoint and continue along the Palomares River to El Caletón camp.
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Paso Piuquenes · Chile
Cross Piuquenes Pass (4,030 m above sea level) at the international border. Change horses at the border, continue to the Plomo River and transfer by vehicle to Cajón del Maipo.
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Cajón del Maipo · Santiago · Mendoza
Breakfast and scheduled transfers toward Santiago, Chile, and Mendoza.
Before departure
WhatsApp enquiries ↗The expedition requires an overnight stay in Tunuyán before departure for an equipment check. The current website indicates that accommodation can be arranged as an additional service. Inform the team of any health conditions or ongoing medication when planning the journey.
Departure dates, border crossing conditions and current requirements must be confirmed directly with Río Extremo.
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