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Cerro Bayo Trekking in the Mendocino Andes

About this experience

Challenge yourself and conquer Cerro Bayo, nestled in the Andes Foothills near Potrerillos. This moderate trek reaches 1,750 meters above sea level and offers a perfect escape into nature. Departing from Mendoza in the morning, the journey includes a safety briefing and guidance from an expert throughout. Over 2.5 hours of trekking, discover the region’s unique geography, native wildlife, and fascinating stories.
The reward awaits you at the summit: incomparable panoramic views that will take your breath away. From there, the imposing Andes Mountains extend majestically, while the calm waters of the Potrerillos Dam create a perfect postcard on the horizon.
This excursion is not just a walk, it is a transformative experience: a physical challenge that renews you from the inside and gives you unforgettable moments in pure contact with nature. Come live an adventure that will remain engraved in your memory forever!

At a glance

  • Duration: 4 hr

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Cerro Bayo Trekking in the Mendocino Andes
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour4 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 4 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • It is recommended to bring sports shoes or trekking boots, sunscreen, glasses, a hat and an extra pair of socks.

What is included

  • Equipment
  • Cereal bar and mineral water
  • Round-trip transfers to hotels in the city center of Mendoza
  • Personal accident insurance
  • Professional bilingual guide in English and Spanish

Not included

  • Lunch

Itinerary and highlights

When you arrive at the base, you will receive a safety briefing and essential recommendations to enjoy yourself to the fullest. Then, the trip continues to the trekking area, where our expert guide will accompany you throughout the entire journey, ensuring a safe, enjoyable and enriching experience.
On this 2 and a half hour walk of moderate difficulty, you will not only test your adventurous spirit: as you advance among hills and trails, you will discover fascinating secrets of the region. Our guides will surprise you with stories about the unique geography, the changing climate, the native flora and fauna that inhabit these places. Each step is an opportunity to marvel at the stories that gave life to these lands.
The reward awaits you at the summit: incomparable panoramic views that will take your breath away. From there, the imposing Andes Mountains extend majestically, while the calm waters of the Potrerillos Dam create a perfect postcard on the horizon.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Please note that some hotels in the city are not included in our pickup itinerary. In case your hotel is not included in our pickup itinerary, we will contact you to indicate the closest hotel to which you should go so we can pick you up. You must wait for your guide in the lobby of the indicated hotel.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Gray Line Argentina

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children under 8 years old cannot do this activity.
  • It is recommended to bring sports shoes or trekking boots, sunscreen, glasses, a hat and an extra pair of socks.
  • Schedules may be modified by the company according to demand and available spaces.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 4 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Please note that some hotels in the city are not included in our pickup itinerary. In case your hotel is not included in our pickup itinerary, we will contact you to indicate the closest hotel to which you should go so we can pick you up. You must wait for your guide in the lobby of the indicated hotel.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 8–11; Adult tickets: age 12+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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