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The morphological diversity displayed by the Mendoza Province's uneven landscape, makes for diverse weather conditions. However, of one thing one can be certain, the sun shines daily on both the plains and the mountains.
The mountain range featuring snow capped peaks, can be cold and snowy during the southern hemisphere's winter (May-September).   In contrast, the plains are wonderfully warm and dry, with the little rain accumulating during the summer months. 
Over the valleys interposed between these formations, weather conditions are notably moderated.
On the eastern part of the La Paz and General Alvear Departments, Mendoza, a narrow belt of transitional mild temperate weather signals the gradual change from the arid western part to the more benign conditions and milder weather of the east.

Temperatures
In average, the Southern hemisphere summer temperatures fluctuate between 18º C and 33º C, with warm days and cool nights. During the Southern hemisphere winter, the lowest is 3º C, while the highest recorded throughout this season is 16º. 
Be prepared for the chance of bad weather spells during the trip. 
Temperatures vary greatly with altitude.  In the high mountains (3000 meters), the temperature can drop to -5º C at night, even in the summer months.   During the sunny, summer days days, the maximum temperatures at lower altitudes can reach 30ºC. Don't forget your sunscreen and a hat with wide brims.

This trip includes some wine with dinner and can accommodate special dietary requests.

Tack:		South American Criollo saddles
Horses:		Meztizes Criollos
Pace:		Slow mountain riding for 90% of the trip - steep sections, 4 to 9 hrs. a day. Som opportunities for canters on some days. Not suitable for people with vertigo! | Walk | Trot | Canter |
Level:		(2.5 to 4 out of 5)    Low Intermediate+
Age:		Min 12	Max 70
Weight:		Max 250 lbs
Riders:		Min 6 riders	Max 14 riders

You don't need to be a superb athlete, but you do need to be in a good health condition, so that you can enjoy a 10-days expedition in direct contact with nature, far away from daily comfort or commodities (For example: It is necessary to mount and get off a horse many times a day, sleep in tents etc.)
The land we will cross has varied terrain such as crossing of rivers, ascents and descents on narrow and steep paths. This is not difficult for the horses, as theses mountain horses are used to the climbs.
The days vary between 4 and 9 hours on horseback. The maximum altitude above sea level is 4500 meters. We put the Andes crossing in the category "moderate difficulty".

Passports
Valid passport required by all nationals referred to in chart. The minimum passport validity is equivalent to the time granted by the immigration authorities.

Visas
Not required by nationals referred to in the chart above for either business or tourism for stays of up to 90 days (extensions for a further 90 days are possible for some nationals; contact the consulate for details). \
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements.
Visa Note
Argentine minors traveling to or from Argentina, if unaccompanied by their parents or traveling with a single parent, must carry their parents’ or legal guardian’s authorisation to travel, which must be certified by an Argentine Consul if issued abroad. Fines will be levied if passengers do not comply with immigration requirements and passengers will be deported.