The most impressive landscapes of the Andes mountain range that you must not miss on your first visit to Mendoza.
We begin this journey along the international route n ° 7, with the imposing view of the
Potrerillos Dam, which surprises us after touring the
Cacheuta Tunnel.
Our next stop will be
Uspallata. From the southernmost point of the Inca Empire, we headed to the villages of Picheuta, Polvaredas, Punta de Vacas and the former
Los Penitentes ski complex.
Further along our route, we’ll come to see
Puente del Inca, a unique natural rock formation that looks like a bridge over Las Cuevas River, it’s still surrounded by thermal springs. A few kilometers from there, located at 2,750 m, is the viewpoint of the colossus of the America´s,
Aconcagua, which with its 6962 m, receives visitors from all over the world who want to reach its summit.9
During the summer months only, it’s possible to drive in the direction of the International Tunnel, to take a small side road which leads to the
Cristo Redentor Monument. This icon, located at 4200 m, symbolizes the union between Argentines and Chileans, and from there you can enjoy one of the fabulous views of the mountain range.
Kahuak tips for this activity:
- We recommend going with comfortable clothes, long pants, light coat in summer and consistent in winter, cash, mineral water.
- Do not forget sunglasses and sun protection.
- A perfect tour that crosses the three mountain ranges of the Andes, ideal for lovers of natural landscapes for its combination of geography, geology and Mendoza’s history.
- As we travel through a mountainous area, with high altitudes and possible climatic contingencies throughout the year, it is possible that sometimes the complete itinerary cannot be carried out.
- In Uspallata you can rent clothes and snow boots during the winter.
- Ideal family plan, does not require physical activity *
* People with heart problems, other illnesses and also pregnant ladies consult with their doctor, the average height is between 3,000 to 4,200 meters above sea level, depending on the time of year.
The must-see: We will know one of the locations of the famous movie “Seven Years in Tibet”, starring actor Brad Pitt, which was filmed in the Uspallata Valley.
