Horseback riding at Estancia Bonanza: forests, streams and Fitz Roy

One and a half hour horseback ride through the Río de las Vueltas Valley, no prior experience required. A peaceful walk through forests of ñire and lenga trees, streams and mountain landscapes, with panoramic views of the massif.

It's the most traditional way to experience the Patagonian countryside: the horses walk at a steady pace, guides accompany the entire journey, and no prior riding experience is necessary. The activity concludes with a field snack during your stay and free time to explore the place.

With transfer included from El Chaltén, it takes about three hours in total: you can easily fit it in half a day.

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Space for this experience is limited and sells out quickly in high season. Reservations are coordinated directly with our operations team through our inquiries channel. We will confirm availability and coordinate all the details for you to live the experience in an organized and safe way.

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  • Itinerary

    Detailed itinerary of the excursion

    The meeting point is at Av. San Martín 48, in El Chaltén, 15 minutes before departure time. From there, the transfer will take you to Estancia Bonanza, at Km 12 of RP 41.

    Meeting point in El Chaltén

    Av. San Martín 48

    Transfer to Estancia Bonanza

    12 km along RP 41

    Presentation of the horses

    Safety briefing and saddle assignment

    Horseback riding through forests and streams

    1.5 hours through forests of ñire and lenga trees

    Panoramic view of Fitz Roy

    Photo stop

    Snack in the room

    Fried cakes or homemade bread, cheese, jam and a hot drink

    Return to El Chaltén

    Included in the tour
    Meeting and closing point

    A field activity, not a mountain activity

    Chaltén is almost always explored on foot, and after two or three days on the trails, your body feels it. Horseback riding changes the experience: the landscape is still the same valley, but seen from a horse at a walk, effortlessly and at a different pace.

    No prior experience

    The horses at the ranch are accustomed to riding beginners, and the guides assign the saddle to each person. Before setting off, there is a safety briefing and an introduction to the animals. The ride is at a walk, without trotting or cantering.

    Where is Estancia Bonanza located?

    It's located at Km 12 of Provincial Route 41, in the Río de las Vueltas Valley, about 12 km from El Chaltén. The meeting point for the transfer is Av. San Martín 48, and it's best to arrive 15 minutes before from the start time. Those arriving by car can go directly to the accommodation.

    The activity is not suitable during pregnancy and has a Maximum weight of 100 kg For the welfare of the horses. Light rain continues. Insurance coverage extends up to age 65.

  • Info to keep in mind
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An hour and a half horseback ride through the forests and streams of the Río de las Vueltas Valley, no prior experience required.

Reserve your spot and explore the valley on horseback

  • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Do I need to know how to ride?
    • Why is there a maximum weight of 100 kg?
    • Can boys come?
    • What's the difference between this and a horseback riding tour with food?
    • Is it cancelled if it rains?

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Which one to choose? Compare the experiences at Estancia Bonanza

All include transportation from El Chaltén and require no prior experience.

Classic Cavalcade Horseback riding with food Classic mountain bike Mountain biking with food
Total duration 3 h · 1.5 ha horse 5 h · 1.5 ha horse 3.5 h · 2 h of pedaling 4.5 h · 1.5 h of pedaling
Activity Horseback riding Horseback riding + gastronomy Mountain bike Mountain biking + gastronomy
Difficulty
Low
Low to moderate
Low
Low to moderate
Age From 8 years old · up to 100 kg From 8 years old · up to 100 kg 12 to 65 years Consult
What's included Forests of ñire trees, streams and a view of Fitz Roy 8 km horseback ride and three-course meal at El Establo 10 km along trails with views of the mountain range 8 km bike ride and three-course meal at El Establo
Ideal profile First time riding a horse The complete stay experience Move around independently Cycle and eat well
Meal Snack Lunch or dinner Snack Lunch or dinner
Price from Check availability Check availability Check availability Check availability

Which one suits you best?

If you've never ridden a bike and want to try it → I chose the classic cavalcade. An hour and a half horseback ride through forests of ñire trees and streams, with no prior experience required and with a guide accompanying the entire route.
If you want the complete stay experience → I chose the Horseback riding with food. Add the Patagonian lamb to the grill at El Establo: it's the perfect choice for a day in the countryside.
If you prefer to move around on your own → I chose classic mountain bike. Two hours of cycling along little-used trails, at your own pace and covering more ground than on horseback.
If you want to cycle and then eat well → I chose mountain biking with food. Less bike-like than the classic version, but it closes with the three steps in El Establo.

Enhance your trip

The horseback ride takes half a day and isn't tiring, so it's a good option between two days of trekking:

Laguna de los TresAnother day: the iconic trek to the Fitz Roy viewpoint.View excursion →Via ferrata and zip lineIn the same room: two hours of vertical adventure with a final zip line.View excursion →Viedma AdventureAnother easy activity: the glacier's face from the water.View excursion →

Want to compare with other options? Find all the excursions in El Chaltén available in our catalog.

Classic horseback riding at Estancia Bonanza

Two hours on horseback through forests of ñire trees, streams and mountain landscapes in the Río de las Vueltas Valley, with local guides and transportation included.

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