Adventure activities in Valle Grande Atuel River San Rafael

Panoramic view of El Nihuil Lake and rocky landscape San Rafael

Rocky road curve in Atuel Canyon, San Rafael Mendoza

Boat ride in Valle Grande reservoir Atuel Canyon Mendoza

Explore Atuel Canyon from San Rafael with scenic stops at Cuesta de los Terneros, El Nihuil Dam and Lake. Enjoy Valle Grande’s lunch options, activities, and local flavors before returning.

Atuel Canyon Tour from San Rafael

You’ll explore one of Mendoza’s most breathtaking landscapes, where the Atuel River winds through rock formations shaped by wind, water, and time. From Cuesta de los Terneros and El Nihuil Lake to the impressive canyon and Valle Grande, every stretch of the journey offers unforgettable views and colors that shift with the light.

There will be free time for lunch and, if you wish, optional activities such as rafting, catamaran rides, or hanging bridges, before visiting a local farm to enjoy a tasting of regional products. An experience that blends nature, adventure, and local flavors in just one day.

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Included

✔️ Regular transfer service
✔️ Shared vehicle and activity
✔️ Guide
✔️ Access to swimming pool

Not Included

❌ Tips
❌ Extras
❌ Any other service not listed in the inclusions of the trip

Food preferences or restrictions

Don’t forget to tell us about this! We have vegetarian, vegan and celiac options available.

Sustainability

At SAK Wine & Travel we create transformative, sustainable journeys that respect nature and help protect Mendoza’s vital water resources.

Accessibility

If you have any questions or special accessibility requirements, don’t hesitate to contact us. We will be happy to help you!

Itinerary

We’ll pick you up from your hotel in San Rafael early in the morning to begin this scenic journey toward the Atuel Canyon. Along the way, we’ll stop at Cuesta de los Terneros and El Nihuil Dam before reaching Valle Grande, where you’ll have time to enjoy lunch and optional activities such as rafting or a catamaran ride. In the afternoon, we’ll visit a local farm for a tasting of regional products before returning to your accommodation.

What do you need for this tour?

Essential items

We suggest you to bring these items for personal use to make your excursion perfect:

Small backpack.
Extra mineral water.
Personal care items (lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, antibacterial gel/wipes, insect repellent).
Special clothing: comfortable clothing appropriate to the weather forecast and footwear suitable for the activity.

Safety tips: Inform the guide or driver about any illness, allergy or physical restriction. Remember to bring your medication and administration instructions.

Note: The best clothing for mountain activities is wool or synthetic materials in layers, as they dry quickly and keep warmth better. We suggest a base layer, then an intermediate layer, such as a light fleece coat or similar, and then a windproof and waterproof layer.