Private Experience: Horseback Riding and Asado in the Mountains - Estancia La Carrera｜Argentina

El Pico Palma ranch in Carrera Tupungato is surrounded by the majestic Cordón del Plata mountains. This exclusive corner of the Andes mountain range is known as La Carrera valley. The ranch is located at 2000 meters above sea level and has belonged to the Palma family for over 250 years. It's a unique place to relax, with its owners on hand to offer you an unforgettable experience.
Imagine waking up in an unparalleled natural setting, surrounded by the majesty of the Andes Mountains and the Tupungato Volcano. At Estancia El Pico, we invite you to experience the authenticity of our history and tradition, to connect with nature, and to enjoy the exclusivity of our personalized attention. Join our community of nature lovers, respect for traditions, and the local community.
Exclusive Day in the Countryside
Welcome in the town center with tea, coffee, and homemade pastries.
It includes:
Exclusive 90-minute horseback rides on top-quality Criollo horses equipped with excellent saddles and traditional tack. The horseback rides are enjoyed within the ranch, in an area of total privacy, touring plantations, places with extraordinary landscapes and views. When you arrive with the horses at a height of 2400 meters, with a 360-degree view, you can see Cerro del Plata and the Tupungato Volcano, where you can take magnificent photos and enjoy the local flora and fauna. The horseback rides are led by a local gaucho and a bilingual guide who will tell you the story
Aperitif & Lunch: upon returning from the activities, visitors are welcomed at the owners' house with an excellent tasting of homemade empanadas paired with high-altitude wines, followed by a great Creole barbecue with exclusively selected meats, fresh salads, clay-baked vegetables, and a regional dessert platter.
We're part of a slow tourism movement, offering local products and vegetables, all homemade.
After lunch, our guests can choose to relax and admire the majesty of the mountain, go for a walk, or do other activities.
In the afternoon, tea and coffee service, with homemade pastries. End of the day