Crossing the Andes on horseback
An incredible adventure across the Andes mountain range from Argentina to Chile.
Crossing the Andes on horseback
Crossing the Andes is more than a journey — it’s an inner conquest.
Over 9 days and 8 nights, the Andes Crossing via Portillo Medio retraces General San Martín’s historic route between Argentina and Chile.
A venture where the mountain, the silence and the Peruvian Paso horse move as one.
Crossing the Andes on Horseback
To cross the Andes is more than a journey – it’s a test of courage and spirit.
For 9 days and 8 nights, the Andes Crossing via Portillo Medio follows the historic route once taken by General San Martín, linking Argentina and Chile. It’s a voyage of altitude and silence, where the Peruvian Paso horse becomes your partner through the wild heart of the mountains.
Each day brings new landscapes – dry valleys, glacial peaks, endless skies. The Peruvian Paso leads with its smooth, tireless gait, and on the Chilean side, the Chilean Criollo horses take over with strength and dignity. Together, they carry you through the rhythm of the Andes: steady, graceful, alive.
Campfires at dusk, the sound of hooves on stone, the calm between summits – every moment feels both timeless and deeply human.
Behind the adventure stands Ampascachi’s meticulous logistics, ensuring guidance, support, and total safety throughout the expedition. This is not just a route; it’s a passage through history, endurance, and beauty.
An experience that honours silence, effort, and the greatness of the mountains.
The highlights of this ride
- 9 days / 8 nights of pure equestrian adventure.
- Historic route following San Martín’s crossing between Argentina and Chile.
- Passage through Portillo Medio (4,030 m), one of the Andes’ most iconic gateways.
- Peruvian Paso and Chilean Criollo horses – smoothness, strength, and confidence.
- 6 riding days across valleys, rivers, pampas, and glaciers.
- Mountain camps and refuges, where silence is the truest luxury.
- Expert guides and seamless logistics by Ampascachi.
- Artisanal cuisine and selected wines after each day’s ride.
- Rest day in the heights: campfire, stories, and pure stillness.
- Sustainable program under the “Leave No Trace” principle.
