Las Leñas: Activities in the Andes

Las Leñas lies in the heart of the Andes, in the province of Mendoza. Activities vary in format and focus: at Las Leñas, offerings include group lessons and night skiing, while excursions and routes through mountain landscapes are the focus in the Valle de Las Leñas. When planning, it helps to distinguish between a tour with clearly specified distances, a lesson with different skill levels, and activities in the landscape. This way, you can choose the experiences you want to shape your stay.

Rafting and snowboard lessons

Families can take rafting trips from Las Leñas. A 7 km route leads to the confluence of the El Desecho and Salado rivers. This is followed by an approximately 20-minute inflatable-raft ride covering 6 km, accompanied by professionals. The 7 km refers to the distance to this point; the approximately 20 minutes applies to the subsequent raft ride. If rafting is important to your trip, check the tour itinerary and dates for your visit in advance.

Group snowboard lessons are offered at Las Leñas for teenagers and adults. Lessons are available for beginners, intermediate-level participants and advanced riders. For snowboarding, skill level is therefore the specific point of comparison; for rafting, it is the two distance figures and the approximate duration of the raft section. These different focuses help you consider a lesson and an excursion as two distinct types of activity.

Exploring the Valle de Las Leñas

Horseback rides are offered at certain locations in the Valle de Las Leñas; programs may be seasonal. Mountain bike routes may pass through natural mountain landscapes, along trails and beside streams. Trekking takes place on different trails through varied natural landscapes. The activities have different focuses: mountain biking may take in trails and streams, while trekking emphasizes a variety of paths and changing landscapes. Since program details can vary by season, it is advisable to check the dates before your visit.

Chairlift rides offer panoramic views. The chairlifts are located at the Las Leñas base and in Sector II of the mountain. They may operate seasonally, so check the current schedule when planning. Another excursion in the Valle de Las Leñas leads to the Pozos de las Ánimas, a natural attraction in the form of a doline with colorful water. The two offerings have different focuses: the chairlift ride centers on panoramic views, while the excursion centers on the doline as a specific destination.

Night skiing and adventure park

Night skiing is one of the offerings at Las Leñas. If you plan to include this activity, it is advisable to check the current schedule. Las Leñas also has an adventure park for families, with games and sleds. Check the park’s current opening dates before visiting. Together with the lessons, excursions and activities in the Valle, this offers a range of different experiences: a particular skill level for snowboarding, a clearly defined raft section for rafting, or nature and panoramic views on excursions and chairlift rides.

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For the main travel overview: Mendoza.