Experiences / Mendoza & Aconcagua
Mendoza River Rafting
Class III whitewater through an Andean canyon
- Duration
- 5 h
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Group size
- 2–24
- Minimum age
- 12
- Cancellation
- Flexible
- Meeting point
- Potrerillos base (transfer from Mendoza)
- Operated by
- Alta Cordillera Expeditions
Overview
Paddle the Mendoza River below the Potrerillos dam, where snowmelt from the high Andes runs fast and cold through ochre canyons.
After a safety briefing, your raft guide steers you through a 12 km run of class II–III rapids; finish with lunch and Malbec back at base.
Highlights
- 12 km of class II–III rapids
- Snowmelt river from the high Andes
- Desert canyon scenery
- Optional zipline add-on
Included
- Transfer from Mendoza
- Certified raft guides
- Wetsuit, helmet, life jacket and paddle
- Lunch with a glass of wine
Not included
- Photos and video
- Travel insurance
- Tips
Before you go
Minimum age 12. Must be able to swim.
