TREKKING IN VALLECITOS
CORDÓN DEL PLATA PROVINCIAL PARK
Would you like to go trekking with breathtaking views of the Potrerillos reservoir?
An experience to enjoy and connect with the mountain in Vallecitos, making an ascent to more than 3650 meters above sea level. The Cordón del Plata Provincial Park is located 80 km from Mendoza City, Argentina, near the Potrerillos reservoir. There are numerous hills in the area, with trekking circuits of varying difficulties that adjust to each person according to their level of experience.
In this trip, we will do a mountain trekking, going into the valley to get the best views of the Potrerillos reservoir and know the hills of more than 5000 meters above sea level of the Cordon del Plata.
The trekking has little difficulty and no previous experience is needed.
All this, accompanied by a homemade lunch in the mountains (typical dish of the region), nutritious and adapted to the nutritional needs of each participant, with a team of professional guides who will provide the necessary assistance and safety at all times.
PROPOSAL DETAILS
MEETING PLACE |
Potrerillos, Mendoza |
||||||||
| SCHEDULES | Starts at 10:00 a.m. and ends at 6:00 p.m. | ||||||||
| INCLUDES |
|
||||||||
| NOT INCLUDED |
|
This trip is rated Easy (2) ( see Huka Difficulty Table).
JOIN THE TREKKING IN VALLECITOS TODAY!
You can make your reservation 100% Online, do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. Ask us for special discounts and installments!
Your itinerary for the adventure
Although we make every effort to adhere to the itinerary described below, the itinerary is subject to change for numerous reasons beyond our control, including weather and terrain conditions.
The trekking
We will meet in the area of the Vallecitos shelters where we will introduce ourselves and start the trekking. We will ascend through hills belonging to the Cordón del Plata, where we will have a typical mountain lunch during the experience, with incredible views of the hills of more than 5000 meters of the area, the foothills and the Potrerillos reservoir. Starting altitude: 2.800 masl
Maximum altitude reached: 3.650 masl
Distance: 8 km total
List of required equipment
The key to your comfort during active travel is to wear layers (see Layering Clothing Basics). For maximum comfort at minimum weight, you need versatile layers that combine insulation, ventilation and weather protection. That’s why we created this list to help you choose gear and bring only what you need. Weather and other conditions on the ground will dictate what clothing and gear to wear each day.
TREKKING AND CAMPING
- Trekking
- Small backpack (18-20 liters)
- Trekking poles.
- Water bottles (at least 3 lts total capacity)
CLOTHING
- Head
- Warm hat
- Multifunction thermal collar (buff type)
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses (ideally category 3)
- Upper body
- Synthetic long sleeve t-shirt
- Synthetic short sleeve t-shirt
- Coat (ideally fleece)
- Waterproof jacket
- Warm jacket
- Manos
- Warm gloves
- Undercarriage
- Inner long term or shim
- Long trekking pants
- Underwear
- Feet
- Trekking boots or shoes
- Pair of trekking socks (spare)
PERSONAL CARE
- Sunscreen (minimum factor 50)
- Lip balm
- Wet wipes
- Small personal garbage bag
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Personal medication
DOCUMENTATION
- National identity card
- Social security/health insurance card
- Complete medical record (provided by Huka)
DO YOU NEED EQUIPMENT FOR THE OUTING?
Rent something great! We offer competitive rates and quality equipment for our outings.
Explore the colors of the world
Price in dollars (U$D)
Book this tour on the date of your choice. Discounts for 3 people or more!
Tour Reviews
There are no reviews yet.
Leave a Review
Show only reviews in English ()