Horse riding in Laguna Sofia
Horse riding in Laguna Sofia
We drive 35km to Estancia Pingo in Laguna Sofia (ranch), where you Will ride a horse in a patagonian style for about 3 hours. The track cross a magellanic forest and bushes in a smooth climb to Cerro Mocho (Mocho’s hill) along with our baqueano (gaucho) and expert guide towards a lookout. You Will uncover his secret and enjoy the impressive view of Laguna Sofia and surroundings.
4 hours
Duration
Moderate
9h and 15h
Departure
from sept 15th until april 30th
Availability
9 Km
Distance
Horse riding in Laguna Sofia
ITINERARY:
Upon arriving at the estancia, we met with our guide and put on our gear with a short safety briefing. The guide is carrying a VHF/UHF cb radio and a first aid kit. We start first riding along a smooth climb until a steeper trail at El Mocho’s hill. The Trail rambles along waterfalls, bushes and magellanic forest. We Will have a stop at the lookout to enjoy the wild view of Laguna Sofia and surroundings. Return to the ranch.
INCLUDES
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Horse and riding gear
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Certified guide
NOT INCLUDED
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