This estancia is a hidden treasure for horse riding adventures in Patagonia, Argentina. In this refugee the opportunities of endless and different horse riding trails are amazing. You will never get tired of riding and discovering with your horse these beautiful lands. In the ranch you will meet people from all over the world and live an experience like never before.

About the place

The lodge is in the North of the province of Neuquen, almost in the border with Chile and by the border of Mendoza.

This is a family-owned 100.000 acres working ranch and adventure vacation destination nestled in the Andean foothills of Northern Patagonia. It’s a refuge in deep nature where guests come from around the world. Here they get to experience miles of unfenced horseback riding, world class fly fishing, and a cultural experience unlike anywhere else.

The main house was built with local materials such as wood and stone and is original from 1980. Each room has its particular furniture and decoration. All rooms have spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and the Trocoman River. The house has 5 big rooms, and they give a very personalized service to their guests.

The owners

The property has been in the Carrither family for two generations. T. A. Carrither has been coming to Ranquilco since age ten, when his father Ashley Carrither bought the ranch. He spent his formative years endlessly exploring the land, forming a deeply intimate knowledge of its rolling plateaus, snaking river valleys and mountain passes. Nowadays he lives here from December till March and he manages the ranch with his wife Lulu.

All members of Carrither family are horse lovers. Indeed, Ashley Carrither, T.A’s father, stills visits the estancia and enjoys telling stories of his times playing polo, fly fishing and riding in Patagonia.

Horse paradise

Regarding horses, this a unique place because it’s one of the only places where guests can ride pure Arab horses. This makes it a special destination for those who practice endurance sport. There are also other types of horses such as criollos and thoroughbreds and a mix between these breeds.

At this ranch everything is about horses, visitors will have the real opportunity to establish a real bond with them. Here, the guides and members of the staff will try to get riders involved with their horses as much as they can.

The Estancia was chosen by renowned horse whisperers such as Reata Brannaman and Gabe Clark, both from the United States. Once a year they travel to Ranquilco to share their knowledge about horses and do a 10-day horsemanship clinic.