Horseback riding with lunch at Estancia Bonanza: horses and spit-roasted lamb

8 km horseback ride through the valley and a three-course meal at El Establo. The most complete day trip experience in El Chaltén: guided horseback riding with a view of Fitz Roy and roasted Patagonian lamb.

The horseback riding tour crosses valleys and mountain trails for approximately an hour and a half, with photo stops in front of the mountain range. Upon returning, lunch is served in The Stable Restaurant: starter, Patagonian lamb on the grill with side dishes, dessert and a drink.

There are two shifts, one with lunch and one with dinner. The evening option ends with the sunset over the valley.

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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 · 11:00 h or 18:00 h

    Transfer to Estancia Bonanza

    12 km along RP 41

    Presentation of the horses

    Safety briefing and saddle assignment

    8 km horseback ride through valleys and trails

    1.5 hours with panoramic views of Fitz Roy

    Three-course meal at El Establo

    Patagonian lamb on the spit

    Return to El Chaltén

    It ends at 4:00 PM or 11:00 PM.

    Included in the tour
    Meeting and closing point

    Horseback riding and barbecue, the classic combination

    Roast lamb is a typical Patagonian dish, and on ranches it's prepared over a spit, slowly cooked over an open fire for hours. Serving it after a horseback ride is the traditional sequence of a day in the countryside, and it remains the way ranches welcome visitors.

    Two shifts, two different experiences

    The 11:00 AM session ends with lunch, leaving the afternoon free. The 6:00 PM session concludes with dinner and the sunset over the valley, which in summer lasts quite late. If you have a day planned for trekking, the evening session is the better option.

    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 well-being of the horses. Light rain is expected. Please let us know when booking if you have any dietary restrictions.

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8 km horseback ride through the valley and three-course meal at El Establo, with Patagonian lamb on the spit.

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  • Frequently Asked Questions
    • What does the meal include?
    • Can I choose between lunch and dinner?
    • Are there vegetarian or gluten-free options?
    • Do I need to know how to ride?
    • What is the difference between this and the classic parade?

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

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

Which one suits you best?

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'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 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 night shift leaves the day free, so it can be combined with a full trek:

Laguna de los TresOn the same day: walk to the Fitz Roy viewpoint and finish with a barbecue.View excursion →Laguna TorreAnother day: icebergs in front of Cerro Torre in a full day.View excursion →Rock climbingIn the same stay: introduction to climbing in the Cañadón de La Vizcacha.View excursion →

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Horseback riding with lunch or dinner at El Establo

One and a half hour horseback ride with a view of Fitz Roy and Patagonian lamb on the spit at El Establo, with the option of lunch or dinner.

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