Horseriding Tour in Northern Patagonian Andes (Short)

After breakfast we prepare the horses for a trail ride to the Motoco mountain viewpoint, returning by the mouth of the river Azul and the shore of Lake Puelo. We cross the river on horseback and follow a forest trail to a natural rock formation with views of the whole valley, the lake and the Tres Picos Mountain in the distance.

We continue through the forest and take a trail leading to the border with Chile. This is an ancient mountain crossing used by the native inhabitants and the first settlers of this valley to cross to and from Chile. The natural beauty of this place has remained unchanged over the centuries, evidenced by the majestic centuries-old Coihue forests. We stop at a clearing indicating the site of old settlement used by one of the first families who arrived in this valley from Chile. We have lunch under the shade of the old fruit trees and poplars.

Finally, we return through the forest and cross again near the mouth of the river Azul. A short ride along the shore of the lake before returning home.

Total riding time: 4 hours approx.

Dinner and night´s accommodation in El Portal del Lago.

Breakfast at accommodation. 

Horse ride on Puelo mountain pass to Las Lágrimas stream. We cross the river Azul and take a mountain trail which leads to the border with Chile. This is an ancient mountain crossing used by the natives inhabitants and the first settlers of this valley to cross to and from Chile. 

The natural beauty of this place has remained unchanged over the centuries, evidenced by the majestic centuries-old Coihue forests. We continue until we head back down to the lake and along the shore to the Gendarmerie´s border post. 

We stop for lunch on the shore where the Las Lagrimas stream flows into the lake. Time for a well-earned rest and to explore the place before heading back. 

Total riding time: 6 hours aprox.

Dinner and night´s accommodation in El Portal del Lago.