Malargüe: Andes Crossing by Bike with Local Support

Highlights

• Embark on a self-guided cycling expedition across the Andes Mountains
• Enjoy the freedom of riding independently with local support and logistics
• Cross the Andes from Malargüe, Argentina, to Curicó, Chile, via Paso Vergara
• Ride through remote mountain passes, volcanoes, rivers, and valleys
• Receive a detailed roadbook, GPX navigation files, and route notes

Description

Embark on a self-guided cycling expedition across the Andes, from Malargüe, Argentina, to Curicó, Chile, following the historic Paso Vergara. This 5-day adventure is designed for experienced cyclists who want the freedom to ride independently while benefiting from local expertise, logistics, and support. Before your arrival, receive everything you need to prepare for your adventure, including complete GPX navigation files, a detailed roadbook with daily stages, route notes, important waypoints, water sources, campsite recommendations, accommodation recommendations where available, food and resupply information, border crossing information, an equipment checklist, bike preparation recommendations, seasonal weather advice, safety recommendations, emergency planning information, and a personal consultation before departure. During your crossing, have direct access to local support. Your expedition manager remains available throughout the expedition to help with route questions, weather updates, mechanical advice, local recommendations, unexpected situations, daily logistics, and decision making if conditions change. Customize your expedition with optional logistics, including transportation between Mendoza and Malargüe, transportation from Curicó back to Mendoza or Santiago, bicycle transportation, assistance with bicycle rental, accommodation bookings, food recommendations, equipment transport where logistics make it possible, local transportation arrangements, and additional support before or after the expedition. Experience the satisfaction of completing an authentic Andes crossing under your own power while benefiting from professional local support whenever you need it.

Includes

Complete GPX navigation files Detailed Roadbook with daily stages Route notes and important waypoints Water sources Campsite recommendations Accommodation recommendations where available Food and resupply information Border crossing information Equipment checklist Bike preparation recommendations Seasonal weather advice Safety recommendations Emergency planning information Personal consultation before departure Direct access to local support during the expedition

Excludes

Bicycle rental Accommodation bookings Food Transportation between Mendoza and Malargüe Transportation from Curicó back to Mendoza or Santiago

Important Information

• This expedition is designed for experienced cyclists. It is not suitable for beginners. Participants should feel comfortable with multi-day cycling expeditions, riding in remote environments, GPS navigation, basic bicycle repairs, camping, long mountain climbs, carrying personal equipment, and solving minor problems independently. The Paso Vergara crossing is remote and demanding. Most nights are spent camping. Services are extremely limited, making preparation an essential part of the experience.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund