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Natural beauty
A place with incredible landscapes... You can't stop knowing him. The trip through the reservoir on a catamaran is recommended.
Explore Atuel Canyon and San Rafael: A Guided Adventure
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At a glance
- Duration
- 15 hours
- Price from
- $80 / person
- Location
- Mendoza, Argentina
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 14 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 30
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Tangol
- Meeting point
- Centrally located Mendoza hotels. If your hotel is outside the pick up area, we will confirm the pick up from a central meeting point.
Description
Embark on a delightful journey with a convenient pick-up from your Mendoza hotel. Explore the scenic south of Mendoza Province, renowned for its green valleys, watercourses, and unique rock formations shaped by the elements over time. Discover the hidden beauty of the Uco Valley, enjoy the serenity of the Nihuil Dam & Reservoir, and soak in the local charm of 25 de Mayo Village. Immerse yourself in the history and culture of San Rafael City, complemented by a visit to the wax museum for a touch of local artistry.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Thu and Sun
- Start times
- 7:00 AM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 11
- Adult (ages 3+)
- $80
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Valle de Uco
Early in the morning, we will leave from our selected hotels in Mendoza city to go to the south of the province, while we see the impressive landscapes of Uco Valley, with its deserts, water mirrors, and vestiges of the passage of time.
Villa El Nihuil
Then, continue further south to reach the Nihuil dam. This place is usually chosen by nature lovers to spend the day, as you can practice activities like fishing, hiking, water sports or just relax.
Canon del Atuel
Entering the Atuel Canyon, discover wonderful sculptures in natural walls forming the canyon, hanging gardens, the chair of Rivadavia, and visit the Wax Museum. The constant sound provided by the Atuel river accompanies the journey up to the Valle Grande dam, source of unmatched beauty, where you will have time to relax and enjoy lunch (not included).
As we conclude our journey, our next destination is the picturesque city of San Rafael. There, we'll explore the charming buildings that paint a vivid picture of the city's rich history and unique character. Following this memorable experience, we'll make our way back to selected hotels in Mendoza.
What's included
Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off from central Mendoza
Spanish Professional guide
Not included
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Additional activities
Pickup Locations & Times
If your hotel is not in the list, please, add it at the time of booking. If your hotel is outside the pick up area, we will confirm the pick up from a central meeting point.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
14 reviews
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Explore Atuel Canyon and San Rafael: A Guided Adventure take?
Explore Atuel Canyon and San Rafael: A Guided Adventure lasts about 15 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Explore Atuel Canyon and San Rafael: A Guided Adventure cost?
Prices start at $80 per person for this Mendoza experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Explore Atuel Canyon and San Rafael: A Guided Adventure run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Thursdays and Sundays, starting at 7:00 AM.
Can I cancel Explore Atuel Canyon and San Rafael: A Guided Adventure for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. If your hotel is not in the list, please, add it at the time of booking. If your hotel is outside the pick up area, we will confirm the pick up from a central meeting point. Pickup points include Hotel Cordon del Plata.
What languages is Explore Atuel Canyon and San Rafael: A Guided Adventure offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Explore Atuel Canyon and San Rafael: A Guided Adventure worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 14 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Tangol.
Reviews(14)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Impressive, fantastic
The landscape is impressive, the river very large, an impressive light blue color! It is ideal for camping on the banks of the river, rafting and going down the river on rubber boats, walking along the beautiful Valle dam and enjoying everything that nature offers in that place.
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UNFORGETTABLE DAY IN CAÑON DE ATUEL, SAN RAFAEL.MENDOZA, ARGENTINA
A magnificent place. Being able to travel inside the Atuel canyon is an unforgettable experience. You can appreciate all the geological evolution and enjoy the rich history that nature tells us. 100% recommendable. In addition, you reach the point of encountering the Atuel lake and river, a landscape out of a movie. There you can do very fun adventure tourism and recreational activities: rafting, zip lining, kayaking, catamaran ride, canoeing, camping.
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Atuel Canyon San Rafael
Excellent service from the company, attention. The assigned guide Mario Rojas and the driver, geniuses! A very original theme with interaction and music. 100% worth it
R
MUST SEE EXCURSION !!!
A WONDERFUL PLACE, UNMISSABLE IF YOU ARE IN MENDOZA, THE SPECTACULAR VIEWS, THE STORY OF HOW IT WAS FORMED IS VERY INTERESTING. VERY GOOD TO GO WITH EXCURSION AND GUIDE THAT WAS EXPLAINING MANY DETAILS OF EACH PLACE WE PASSED. THE GUIDE 10 POINTS, THE DRIVER VERY CAREFUL IN HIS HANDLING. I DID NOT QUALIFY WITH 5 POINTS BECAUSE I FOUND IT EXCESSIVE THE 2 1/2 HOURS WE STOPPED AT THE STOP FOR LUNCH AND/OR AN ACTIVITY, BEYOND THAT, AGAIN, IF YOU GO TO MENDOZA DO NOT STOP DOING THIS EXCURSION.
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San Rafael magical place.
The catamaran in large valley is highly recommended. The firewoods are unmissable, the gastronomy is varied.
Operator response
Muchas gracias por tus comentarios! Es un lindo incentivo saber que tuvieron una grata experiencia en Mendoza porque nos motiva a mejorar aún más la calidad de nuestros servicios. ¡Esperamos poder ayudarla en sus próximos viajes! Saludos cordiales, Tangol.
J
The best landscapes of Mendoza
Long excursion but with many landscapes and lots of history. A lot had to do with the Cecilia Guide of the Enterprise Huentata that explains everything perfectly and is in all the details. I recommend it
2 people found this helpful
Operator response
Que alegría nos da conocer tu experiencia en la provincia de Mendoza. Nos complace saber que disfrutaste de esos paisajes tan cálidos que ofrece nuestro norte argentino. ¡Te esperamos nuevamente! Saludos, Tangol.
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Our great adventure next to nature
I am 71 years old and have enjoyed with my partner the best, nice experience is a place to come back I recommend it
1 people found this helpful
V
Very long, very tiresome trip with not much going on
This is a 13-hour trip, most of which you will sit on the bus. A very comfortable bus, with a great team of a guide and a driver, fun, cheerful and all that, but 13 hours of getting on and off the bus was not my idea of a perfect tour. We got to see the entire canyon, but since you can't stop anywhere, except the designated spots, I felt like I've missed out on a lot of very interesting geology. The dam lakes are very pretty, but you get to the second one, the prettiest, at the very end of the trip, when all you want is to get off the bus and not move. They finish with an hour at an overcrowded spot where people go to spend a day eating, rafting and whatever else. We spent an hour there, which for me, was about an hour too much. All in all, maybe, if the trip was somehow cut in half, with longer stops and more planned activities, I would've enjoyed it better. Otherwise, it's just too long and exhausting, regardless of the excellent agency staff
Operator response
Hi Victoria Stepanov, thank you very much for your feedback. We are sorry to hear that the tour did not meet your expectations. We understand that the tour is a bit long and tiring but it is important to note that the distance between Mendoza and the Atuel Canyon is long (about 270 km one way). That is why during the tour we make specific stops at the most important points of the route. Of course, we would like to go down and take pictures all the time because of the landscapes and the geology, but it would be almost impossible because it would take us a long time. We are sorry to hear that the tour was a bit longer for you. However, we hope you enjoyed the landscapes along the route. Best regards, Tangol Tours
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Full nature
Rock formations are observed, that human sight gives free rein to silhouettes to the imagination of animals, castles etc,
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
¡Hola! ¡Muchas gracias por compartir con nosotros y otros viajeros tu experiencia! Nos complace saber que pasaste un gran momento en tu visita a Mendoza. Esperamos tenerte nuevamente en otra oportunidad. Saludos cordiales, Tangol
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