San Rafael Atuel Canyon and Valle Grande

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San Rafael Atuel Canyon and Valle Grande — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Explore the charms of the South of Mendoza on a tour that encompasses the vibrant landscapes of the Uco Valley and the spectacular Canyon of Atuel. Admire the beauty of the Valle Grande Reservoir, ideal for activities such as rafting and canopy, as well as enjoying a city tour of the City of San Rafael. This tour combines nature and culture, providing an enriching experience for all lovers of adventure and scenic beauty.

Tour the impressive Canyon of Atuel and its unique landscapes
Enjoy exciting activities like rafting and catamaran in Valle Grande (not included)
Take a city tour of the city of San Rafael and discover its history
Ideal for nature lovers and group adventure

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At a glance

Duration: 14 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 23 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Spanish
Operated by: Cepas Turismo

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Adults (4–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Breakfast in advance. Optional at the stops.
Not included: Lunch: Optional in Valle Grande, you can also take your food
Not included: Restaurants in Valle Grande

Itinerary

El Nihuil

20 min

El Nihuil is a town and district in the San Rafael department of Mendoza Province, Argentina. It is located at the eastern end of the El Nihuil Reservoir, developing as a tourist village on said artificial lake, also taking advantage of the attraction of the Canyon of Atuel
Canon del Atuel

2 hours

Descending from the village of El Nihuil to Valle Grande we will find a winding consolidated path, El Canyon del Atuel, that travels geological landscapes that leave those who enter marveled through the numerous and varied figures that the wind, water and time knew how to carve: Wax Museum, Armchair of Rivadavia, El Lagarto, Los Viejos, Los Monsteros, the Enchanted City, El Mendigo, Los Jardines Susgantes, Los Monjes; among others, as well as the chain of reservoirs and hydroelectric power plants that feed the Atuel River itself.
Valle Grande Aventura

2 h 30 min

When we arrive in Valle Grande, we conclude our excursion through Atuel Canyon enjoying lunch and knowing one of the best tourist attractions of San Rafael as is the Valle Grande levee and we can also navigate the Atuel River with the optional activities proposed by the ride.

Optional Activities: catamaran, rafting, zip line, among others.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

CEPAS TOURISM OFFICE

End point

CEPAS TOURISM OFFICE

Pickup points

Hualta Hotel Mendoza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hotel Centrico
Hotel Cordon del Plata
Alas Departamentos
Huentala Hotel
Delacava Hotel Boutique
Modigliani Art & Design Suites Mendoza
Andino Apart Hotel
Hotel Central Mendoza
Sheraton Mendoza Hotel
Hotel Cervantes

and 73 more pickup points

The search is carried out by accommodation within the microcenter of the

Mendoza City.

The pick-up service has a grid that assembles the tour guide knowing all the accommodations you must pass through. So they should be ready at the start time of the tour, knowing that you can have a delay of about 30 to 40 minutes depending on the tour of the service.