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ABOUT US

My name is Diego Videla, I’m the owner and founder of Gaucho Estate Horseback Riding Experiences, a family owned Tour Company located in Mendoza/Argentina, focus on horseback riding tours in The Andes, 15 minutes away from Mendoza city.
The Argentinian Gauchos and their culture is what we try to show to anyone looking for a real experience in Mendoza, trying to connect travelers with the people who live and work the land.
I’m the one leading almost every tour, and I’ve been in the Tourism business for over 15 years now, so I can say I feel blessed to be able to combine my work and passion as one.

Sunset Tour

Our Star product and the most requested.

Consists of 2 hours on gentle easygoing horses, with qualified and bilingual guides at all times, and concludes with a traditional complete barbecue of the best Argentine beef, with roasted vegetables, salads, bread, Mendocinian wine and soda, and unlike the other options and for logical reasons, it offers a bonfire after dinner, accompanied by a brief folk session of the gaucho’s guitar, as the cherry on top to enjoy the starry night.

  • From 4.00pm until 9.30pm.
  • Roundtrip transportation from your accommodation.
  • Complete BBQ.
  • Bonfire.
  • Bilingual guide.
  • Life insurance.
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Criolla

Consists of 2 hours on gentle easygoing horses, with qualified and bilingual guides at all times and the stops that the group needs along the ride. Concludes with a traditional complete barbecue of the best Argentine beef, with roasted vegetables, salads, bread, Mendocinian wine and soda.

  • From 10.00pm until 13.00pm.
  • Roundtrip transportation from your accommodation.
  • Complete BBQ.
  • Bilingual guide.
  • Life insurance.
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Half Day Tour

Only in the morning, consists of 2 hours on gentle easygoing horses, with suitable and bilingual guides at all times.

  • From 10am until 13hs approx.
  • Roundtrip transportation from your accommodation.
  • Bilingual guide.
  • Life insurance.
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Full Day

Ideal for experienced riders and horse lovers who are eager for a longer, more demanding ride.

Consists of 4 hours on gentle easygoing horses, with qualified and bilingual guides at all times and the stops that the group needs along the ride. Concludes with a traditional complete barbecue of the best Argentine beef, with roasted vegetables, salads, bread, Mendocinian wine and soda.

  • From 10am until 16.30pm approx.
  • Roundtrip transportation from your accommodation.
  • Complete BBQ lunch.
  • Bilingual guide.
  • Life insurance.
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Full Moon

Consists of 1.45 hours on gentle easygoing horses, with qualified and bilingual guides at all times, and concludes with a traditional complete barbecue of the best Argentine beef, with roasted vegetables, salads, bread, Mendocinian wine and soda, and it also offers a bonfire after dinner, accompanied by a brief folk session of the gaucho’s guitar, as the cherry on top to enjoy the starry night, that under the moonlight have a very unique charm.

  • From 6.00pm until 00hs.
  • Roundtrip transportation from your accommodation.
  • Complete BBQ.
  • Bonfire.
  • Bilingual guide.
  • Life insurance.
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Expeditions

From 1, 2 or 3 nights, horseback riding for 4 hours per day, includes all meals, tents, transportation and life insurance. The overnight take place at the outside in mountain tents, the base is our ranch.

Does not include personal equipment. Booking in advance.

  • Roundtrip transportation from your accommodation.
  • Complete meals.
  • Bilingual guide.
  • Tents.
  • Life insurance.
  • Personal equipment not included.
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FYI

1. The minimum number of passengers for this or any activity is 02 (two) people, and in all cases the rates include round-trip transportation from the place of accommodation (city of Mendoza and surroundings), and life insurance.

2. The schedules are estimates since we are talking about group activities, where we try to respect the itinerary but it always depends on the number of people on the day, so the drop off time is always approximate, unless it is a private activity. In any case, the pick-up time begins punctually at the time indicated in each case, according to the itinerary.

3. For full refunds, reservations must be canceled 24 hours in advance of any tour.

4. Regarding clothing we recommended to always wear long pants, comfortable sneakers (never flip flops or sandals), sunscreen, glasses, hat or cap, and coat.

5. All activities have a vegetarian option (ask in advanced).

6. We work with small and regular groups; we also offer private outings, whenever requested in advance.

TripAdvisor Opinions

tamsinb488

“We LOVED our ride with Gaucho Estate. We booked last minute and had very responsive correspondence over WhatsApp. Diego was clearly very proud of his horses and was telling us all about them. Most importantly for us, they catered to the riding capability of the group, and we were able to do some faster riding away from the main group with more spirited horses as we have riding experience. Those with less/no experience still seemed to have a safe, fun ride in the larger group. All the team were very friendly and helpful, with a great BBQ and gaucho style serenade at the end of the day. It was nice to get a little taste of the gaucho culture and the set up is very sociable for you and other guests. Exceeded our expectations!!”

03/16/26

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ltatman24

“This was a highlight of my Mendoza trip. Despite the rain, Diego hosted an unforgettable day featuring a scenic horseback ride and a meal that rivaled Michelin-star restaurants. The welcoming atmosphere, filled with wine and music, made the entire experience seamless and special. I loved it so much I immediately had a friend book it for the next day—it’s an absolute must-do!”

03/08/26

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Katherine_R

“Gaucho Estate offers a magical, 10/10 experience just outside the city. The sunset ride features exceptionally well-cared-for horses, impressive even to an experienced rider. Between the delicious asado and live folk music by the fire under the stars, the atmosphere is truly unforgettable. The hosts’ genuine passion makes this worth every penny.”

03/03/26

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GetYourGuide's Travel

“Amazing horseback riding experience!! The transportation was smooth, we went up to the estate and were greeted. We were shown the horses, had some practice and then got started. It was then followed by an asado (various meets – beef, pork, blood sausage) and wine (lots of it!) Lastly, we sat by the fire and heard some acoustic music while getting to know each other. Overall, it was an amazing experience that I highly recommend. Diego was amazing!”

03/07/26

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GetYourGuide's Travel

“Do not hesitate to book this excursion! If I were ever to return to Mendoza, it would be to do this all over again. The horses were well taken care of and easy to handle for all the first time riders. Our guides were incredibly hospitable and attentive to everyone, checking in throughout the ride. The food afterwards was delicious and listening to our guides play music around the campfire while we all drank wine was a great way to finish an unforgettable experience.”

01/12/26

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