Mendoza: Villavicencio Nature Reserve 4x4 Tour with Lunch

Mendoza Province, Argentina



Explore the Villavicencio Nature Reserve on a 4x4 tour from Mendoza. Enjoy panoramic views of the Andes, spot local wildlife, and enjoy a delicious lunch at the iconic Hotel Villavicencio.

Highlights

  • Discover the Villavicencio Nature Reserve on a 4x4 tour from Mendoza
  • Take in panoramic views of the Andes and spot local wildlife such as guanacos
  • Visit the Hornillos area to see groups of guanacos from the comfort of the truck
  • Stop at the Condor Sanctuary to learn about the protection of this sacred bird
  • Enjoy a delicious lunch at the iconic Hotel Villavicencio and explore the park

Description

Depart from Mendoza and head to the Villavicencio Natural Reserve on a unique tour with Andes Truck. Explore this exceptional 72,000-hectare protected area, a member of the Argentine Wildlife Foundation. Enjoy panoramic views and the opportunity to observe local wildlife, including guanacos, foxes, birds, and maybe even a condor in flight. Follow the old international road and part of the winding Caracoles road. Arrive at the Quebrada de Villavicencio and take spectacular photos from the top. Continue to Hornillos, a vital area of the ecosystem where you can see groups of guanacos from the truck without getting off the vehicle. Then, visit the Condor Sanctuary, dedicated to the protection and study of this sacred species for the mountain gods. Make a stop at the Caracoles Lookout to take in the impressive views. The last stop is at the iconic Hotel Villavicencio, where lunch is included. In the afternoon, have time to do adventure activities in Villavicencio Park, with an exclusive 30% discount for Andes Truck passengers on Arborism or Ziplining.

Includes

4x4 transportation Lunch at Hotel Villavicencio 30% discount on adventure activities in Villavicencio Park Guided tour

Excludes

Hotel pickup and drop-off Personal expenses

Important Information

  • Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for walking. Bring water and sunscreen to stay hydrated and protected from the sun. Camera is recommended for capturing the scenic views. Lunch is included in the tour, but personal expenses are not covered. A 30% discount on adventure activities in Villavicencio Park is available exclusively for tour participants.

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