Day 1: Arrival at San Martin de los Andes airport. Pick-up and transfer to a hotel in town. On this first night, the riders will have the opportunity to get to know each other and attend a briefing about the upcoming days on horseback. Depending on the arrival time, this first day can also be used to explore the town of San Martin de los Andes — stroll around its main square, walk along the shores of Lake Lacar, and enjoy a delicious picada and a craft beer.

Day 2: After an early breakfast, transportation will pick up all the riders and take them to the ranch. The drive takes approximately two hours. The starting point will be El Puesto Rio Quillen, where lunch will be served before the true adventure begins!

After a short siesta, the horses will be prepared for the first ride. This will be the moment to learn about the saddles used and to choose the right horse for each rider. Once ready, the group will set off toward Mallin Escondido, where the first glamping-style camp awaits. Here, riders can relax and enjoy all the comforts of a cozy night — including hot water and a warm, comfortable bed.

Day 3: On the third day — the second day on horseback — riders will travel along the southern slope of the valley, cross the Quillen River, and reach the northern riverbank around lunchtime. If the weather allows, there will be an opportunity to take a refreshing swim in the river.

In the afternoon, the journey continues toward the northern side of the valley, where the next glamping site, Campamento Voladero, is located. Here, riders can unwind in comfort and enjoy a traditional Patagonian meal by the fire.

Day 4: In the morning, after a healthy breakfast, riders will be ready to set out on one of the longest days on horseback. The route leads toward Mallin Picudo — a type of Patagonian wetland characterized by lush, green pastures. Lunch will be enjoyed in the mallin area before continuing the journey into the surreal Araucaria forest — perhaps one of the most magical moments of the entire ride. The trail then descends a fairly steep slope offering breathtaking panoramic views of Lanin Volcano and Lake Quillen.

By late afternoon, the group will arrive at Campamento Malalco, the main and most comfortable of the three glamping camps. Dinner will be served inside the cozy mountain shelter.

Day 5: This day is a bit more relaxed, with the focus on enjoying the lake’s beaches. Riders will saddle up and ride to the pier, where a boat will be waiting to take them across the lake to Playa Lumillas. There, riders can enjoy a delicious lakeside lunch cooked over an open fire. They will also have the opportunity to swim in the calm waters, take a nap, and explore the area on foot. In the afternoon, the boat will bring everyone back to the pier, where the horses will be waiting to ride back to the camp.

Day 6: Ruca Choroi Volcano is located within the ranch and rises 2,320 meters above sea level. The goal of this day is to ascend the volcano to its highest peak. During the climb, riders will pass through typical forests of lenga trees, reed beds, and even Araucarias. Once past the vegetation zone, in the higher areas, they will reach the volcano’s crater, where they will stop for lunch.

Afterward, riders can trek to the summit of the volcano, where they will enjoy breathtaking panoramic views and be able to see the seven volcanoes that dominate this part of the Andes.

The group will spend the final night at Glamping Malalco, sharing memories and stories from the ride. The next day, transportation will take them back to San Martin de los Andes.