Atuel Canyon and San Rafael Trip from Mendoza - Book online at Civitatis.com

Name: Atuel Canyon and San Rafael Trip
Brand: Civitatis
Price: 444.21 BRL
Rating: 8.5 (191 reviews)

Unforgettable trip! Excellent!!

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On this excursion to the Atuel Canyon and San Rafael, we'll discover one of the most stunning natural areas of the Argentine province of Mendoza.

Details

Duration

14 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.

Included

Hotel pick up and drop off.
Transport by car, minibus, or bus, depending on the size of the group.
English speaking guide.

Not included

Food and drink.

When to book

You can book up to 12 hours in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

Free cancellation

From

R$422.54

Reviews of our customers

8.5

Excellent 1,819 Travelers·191 reviews

July 17, 2026
Francisco Ferreira Junior
Umuarama, Brazil
The activity is very good and worthwhile; most of the time is spent inside the van traveling through the canyon, but the scenery is wonderful. The pun...
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August 31, 2026
Sebastian
Villa Luzuriaga, Argentina
The guide was fantastic, with impressive knowledge, but the condition of the trails was terrible. It's not up to him or you, obviously, but since you ...
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April 21, 2026
Maria Carolina Prado Homa
Fortaleza, Brazil
Unforgettable trip! Excellent!!
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January 13, 2026
Juan
Caba, Argentina
An excellent option for a day trip. If you're coming from downtown Mendoza, keep in mind that the round trip takes about 6-7 hours. Once there, there ...
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November 27, 2025
Carlos Fabián Magnani
Caba, Argentina
Everything was great. They kept us informed before the activity. They picked us up from the hotel right on time. Since it was a long trip, they made s...
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December 9, 2024
Felipe Srnec
Ciudad Autónoma De Buenos Aires, Argentina
I want to be billed in the chosen currency, which is the one in force in my country, the Republic of Argentina, which is the PESO and not in euros, a ...
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October 28, 2024
Alicia Manjon
Ciudad De Buenos Aires, Argentina
Very good communication, organization, an excellent guide with clear explanations and very attentive and respectful. The excellent driver drives very ...
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October 8, 2024
Paulina
Argentina
I'll start by saying that Ariel and Agustin (guide and driver) were very friendly throughout the day. This is a long excursion, so it's important to h...
Traveling solo
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March 24, 2024
Anita Kienzle
Porto Alegre, Brazil
Wonderful tour, incredible place. The Guide was very attentive to us Brazilians who were the only ones in the group without speaking Spanish well. Eve...
As a couple
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January 29, 2024
Loila Mariza De Amaral Schwarz
Florianópolis, Brazil
The tour to the Atuel Canyon was wonderful! It's impossible to take just a few photos because every spot is breathtaking! Our driver Carlos safely and...
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On this excursion to the Atuel Canyon and San Rafael, we'll discover one of the most stunning natural areas of the Argentine province of Mendoza.

Atuel Canyon and Valle Grande Trip

We'll pick you up at your hotel in Mendoza at the indicated time and hit the road towards the south of the province.

After a 3-hour drive of 235 kilometers (146 miles) through the Uco Valley, we'll arrive in San Rafael. After visiting the city, we'll go to the famous Valle Grande reservoir, a large lake that receives its waters from the Atuel River. There you'll have free time to take pictures, stroll along the shore of the lake, have lunch on your own or take a raft ride down the Atuel River or a catamaran ride on the Valle Grande Dam Lake.

Then we'll head into the Atuel Canyon. We'll discover how the force of the water and the wind have created the most breathtaking rock formations: El Lagarto, Los Viejos, Los Monstruos, the Enchanted City, El Mendigo, Los Jardines Colgantes...

Next, we'll go to El Nihuil Dam, which forms two artificial lakes that generate electricity. Its sheer size is jaw-dropping!

Finally, from the El Nihuil dam, we'll drive the 285 kilometers (177 miles) back to Mendoza, which will take about 3.5 hours. We'll arrive at the hotel 14 to 16 hours after pickup.

Pickup

The tour includes hotel pickup in downtown Mendoza. If you're staying more than 2 kilometers from the city center, the guide will get in touch with you to establish a meeting point.

Itinerary Adjustments

Please note that due to a landslide on part of the Atuel Canyon road, the itinerary will be modified until approximately July. We'll spend less time here, but, to compensate for this inconvenience, we'll take you to see the impressive Los Reyunos Dam, which is fed by the Diamante River and forms a 750-hectare (1,853 acres) lake.

8.5

Excellent 1,819 Travelers·191 reviews

July 17, 2026
Francisco Ferreira Junior
Umuarama, Brazil
The activity is very good and worthwhile; most of the time is spent inside the van traveling through the canyon, but the scenery is wonderful. The pun...
As a couple
Is this useful?
August 31, 2026
Sebastian
Villa Luzuriaga, Argentina
The guide was fantastic, with impressive knowledge, but the condition of the trails was terrible. It's not up to him or you, obviously, but since you ...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
April 21, 2026
Maria Carolina Prado Homa
Fortaleza, Brazil
Unforgettable trip! Excellent!!
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
January 13, 2026
Juan
Caba, Argentina
An excellent option for a day trip. If you're coming from downtown Mendoza, keep in mind that the round trip takes about 6-7 hours. Once there, there ...
As a couple
Is this useful?
November 27, 2025
Carlos Fabián Magnani
Caba, Argentina
Everything was great. They kept us informed before the activity. They picked us up from the hotel right on time. Since it was a long trip, they made s...
As a couple
Is this useful?
December 9, 2024
Felipe Srnec
Ciudad Autónoma De Buenos Aires, Argentina
I want to be billed in the chosen currency, which is the one in force in my country, the Republic of Argentina, which is the PESO and not in euros, a ...
As a couple
Is this useful?
October 28, 2024
Alicia Manjon
Ciudad De Buenos Aires, Argentina
Very good communication, organization, an excellent guide with clear explanations and very attentive and respectful. The excellent driver drives very ...
As a couple
Is this useful?
October 8, 2024
Paulina
Argentina
I'll start by saying that Ariel and Agustin (guide and driver) were very friendly throughout the day. This is a long excursion, so it's important to h...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
March 24, 2024
Anita Kienzle
Porto Alegre, Brazil
Wonderful tour, incredible place. The Guide was very attentive to us Brazilians who were the only ones in the group without speaking Spanish well. Eve...
As a couple
Is this useful?
January 29, 2024
Loila Mariza De Amaral Schwarz
Florianópolis, Brazil
The tour to the Atuel Canyon was wonderful! It's impossible to take just a few photos because every spot is breathtaking! Our driver Carlos safely and...
Is this useful?

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On this excursion to the Atuel Canyon and San Rafael, we'll discover one of the most stunning natural areas of the Argentine province of Mendoza.

Atuel Canyon and Valle Grande Trip

We'll pick you up at your hotel in Mendoza at the indicated time and hit the road towards the south of the province.

Next, we'll go to El Nihuil Dam, which forms two artificial lakes that generate electricity. Its sheer size is jaw-dropping!

Finally, from the El Nihuil dam, we'll drive the 285 kilometers (177 miles) back to Mendoza, which will take about 3.5 hours. We'll arrive at the hotel 14 to 16 hours after pickup.

Pickup

The tour includes hotel pickup in downtown Mendoza. If you're staying more than 2 kilometers from the city center, the guide will get in touch with you to establish a meeting point.

Atuel Canyon and San Rafael Trip