From the wondrous Andes Mountains and breathtaking Iguazu Falls, to the glacier-fed lakes of Patagonia and the lush wine regions of Mendoza, Argentina is an amazing place to experience South America’s outdoors and vibrant culture. Travel to Buenos Aires for a lively local experience of tango dancing, authentic cuisine, and rich history.
Mount Aconcagua is the tallest mountain in the world outside of Asia. At 6,962 meters (22,841 ft) it still does not come within the top 100 tallest mountains in the world!! All of these behemoths are located in the Himalayas, stretching from Pakistan to Nepal to China.
White water rafting in Mendoza, Argentina is one of the most popular adventure activities in this part of the country. We spent the morning with Potrerillos Explorer Rafting, one of the premiere rafting companies in Mendoza. We had a blast and this was one of our highlights of our recent trip to Argentina.
Driving from Santiago to Mendoza, Argentina…should you really do it? For those who like to get out on their own, this may sound like a great idea. And it is. The scenery is breathtaking, the drive can be an adventure, and there is a new view around every curve. Plus, how many people really can say they crossed the Andes Mountains by car? In some strange way, this drive can be a bucket list item.
Cristo Redentor de losAndes (Christ the Redeemer of the Andes in English) is a statue of Jesus Christ that sits high in the Andes Mountains, straddling Chile and Argentina. Most people make the journey here for a view of the statue and for the awesome views of this part of the Andes.
Located in the shadow of Mt Aconcagua, the vineyards in the Mendoza wine region are at one of the highest elevationsin the world. Receiving little rainfall per year, the vines are irrigated with runoff from melted glaciers in the Andes.
Many people travel to Mendoza, Argentina for the wine. Why not…Mendoza is one of South America’s premiere wine regions. But there is a lot more to do here than just taste wine, especially for those who love getting outdoors. With a location in the foothills of the Andes, there arenumerous adventure activities for outdoor lovers.
