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Faq
Do I have to know how to ride a horse and / or have previous experience in the activity?
Yes, it is necessary to have a minimum experience. It is requested to have at least a 4-hour ride experience in the last year. The horses are prepared to receive people with little experience and the adaptation process is significantly fast. The modality is "on the way", one horse behind the other.
Do we ride a lot every day?
The route is calm.On the first day the ride lasts only two hours in order to go gradually entering into the rhythm and then, on the following days, we ride about 2/3 hours in the morning and another 2/3 hours in the afternoon .
Do I have to wear a helmet?
Yes, in the same way as we get on a bicycle we wear it, or when we climb, or when we do high altitude mountaineering, it is a mandatory safety requirement for the activity (it will be provided by the company).
How many people are in the groups?
As a maximum of 20 people + the staff of guides and baqueanos
What is the limit age to take part of the group?
We suggest from 12 years to 65 years old. Very young children do not end up enjoying the experience but there are 10 year-old kids who already have the body build to do it (cases outside these age ranges will be evaluated).
What are the indispensable requirements that are requested?
- Being an active person. Working out, training, in any of its modalities, works very well.
- be advised that you are going to sleep in a tent and in the high mountain range. Up there anything can happen, from a snowstorm to a windy climate.
- Weighing less than 115 Kg. (250 lbs)
- Minors who do not travel with their parents must travel with a dependent adult and submit parental authorization certified by a notary. In case of traveling with one of the parents, they must present the other one´s authorization.
Do we cross to Chile?
The route is round trip up to the limit. We do not sleep in Chile or end up in that country.
Do you have to go through Customs?
You must always carry an identity document, although we don't do customs procedures.
What is the menu in the mountain?
Our mountain menus are varied. From pastas with tasty sauces to stews or grilled meats (chivito argentino). Antipastos, salads and fast digestion meals are common at noon. It is necessary to complete the personal / medical record to clarify if someone does not eat some type of food.
Are there bathrooms/toilets?
No. There are no toilets or chemical toilets. Everything is done in nature, delimiting sectors. And you have to maintain the hygiene of the place, taking the papers with you.
Do I carry a bag, a large backpack, a small backpack ... what do I carry?
Each one must carry their personal luggage in a bag or large backpack to Malargüe. Personal equipment will be loaded in 2 (two) saddlebags of 30 liters (small bag to hang in the saddle of the horse). All personal equipment is carried in the saddlebags.
What happens if someone needs to be evacuated for any reason?
Almost all the camps have escape routes to be able to be in a few hours in the vehicular road. Our baqueanos and guides are trained to solve first aid and / or evacuation issues, which are very infrequent. We also have a satellite monitoring system, where in case of an emergency you can send a satellite message requesting assistance.
Can I take my drone to the expedition?
The use of Drones during the ride is prohibited due to safety issues. In case of carrying a small one, its use in the camp is allowed with the exclusive permission of the guides
label_important Graduación de dificultades: C4-F3-T2-P3-A3
Caballo (C)
Este punto tiene que ver con el peso que debemos transportar en nuestras mochilas. Los trekkings o las travesías en las que contamos con animales de carga nos permiten tener que soportar menos peso en las espaldas. Y las travesías de varios días en Patagonia (sin la opción de poder contar con mulas de carga), en general nos hacen llevar más peso, sobre todo en los primeros días.
20% de una jornada, sin desnivel ni exigencia. Ejemplo: Cabalgata pampeana, taller de iniciación
40% cabalgatas en las sierras, de una o más jornadas: Córdoba, San Luis.
60% Cabalgata en cordillera de 3 o 4 días o en el norte argentino de varios días.
80% Cabalgata de Cruce de los Andes hasta los 3000 mts (doble cruce x Las Loicas).
100% Cabalgata de Cruce de los Andes hasta más de 4000 mts. (sanmartiniana Los Patos).
Físico (F)
Consideramos exigencia física al desgaste que podemos sufrir tanto aeróbico (subidas = posible falta de aire) como muscular (resistencia = muchas horas caminando) y de piernas y articulaciones (descensos = rodillas / tobillos).
20% media jornada o menos con poco desnivel.
40% desniveles más sostenidos y jornadas con mayor duración en la actividad
60% Subidas y bajadas largas con mayor duración.
80% Trabajo importante de piernas en resistencia. Jornadas muy largas.
100% Exigencia al máximo. Trabajo aeróbico y de fuerza constante en piernas
Técnico (T)
La dificultad técnica se basa principalmente en el manejo del caballo y las acciones a realizar.
20% llanura / pampa.
40% senderos con subidas y bajadas moderadas.
60% Laderas y senderos más escarpados.
80% Descensos y ascensos pronunciados.
100% Descensos y ascensos muy pronunciados.
Psico (P)
Sostenemos que este punto, el factor psicológico, representa un factor relevante. Cada uno necesita un factor de convencimiento, confianza, autocontrol y fuerza de voluntad para poder alcanzar un objetivo. Y según la actitud con la que enfrentemos a las distancias, desniveles, al terreno y tantos otros factores objetivos, podemos conseguir un rendimiento con resultados muy diferentes.
20% No seremos muy afectados.
40% Se trata de un nivel normal de atención.
60% Requerimos de mayor motivación, entusiasmo y concentración .
80% La actividad nos va a exigir de estar con mucha conexión y convencimiento.
100% Máximo control y rendimiento emocional-psicológico.
Altura (A)
Es el factor que, la altura sobre el nivel del mar, influye sobre nosotros en función de la actividad que realicemos. El manejo y la superación de los síntomas provocados por la altura es la clave de este punto
0% + nivel del mar.
20% Hasta 2000 msnm.
40% + 2000 msnm.
60% + 4000 msnm.
80% + 5000 msnm.
100% + 6000 msnm.
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playlist_add_check Equipment Required / Suggested
MANDATORY REQUIRED EQUIPMENT *** (If this equipment is not taken, the guides reserve the right to define your participation)
- Warm sleeping bag (between -2° and -5° degrees comfort) ***
- Windbreaker waterproof parka with hood (in case it is not waterproof, please add in your equipment a rain coat)***
- Sun Glasses (recommended with UV protection, with protective strips). ***
- Warm Gloves. (ski or mountain type) ***
- National ID or Passport (as applicable) ***
- Authorization in case of Minors *** (permission before notary or before the authorities that correspond, according to the place of birth)
NOTE: The following is the list of required equipment according to layers, in reference to the mandatory technical equipment ***.
BASE LAYER
- 2 pairs of high socks
- 2 long sleeves shirts (for riding and for protection from the sun)
- 1 pair of thermal leggings (it can be made of lycra).
- 2 short sleeve t-shirts
- 1 buff / multifunctional headwear
MIDDLE LAYER
- 2 long pair of trousers, if possible, for fast drying (trekking trousers without zippers and long thermal trousers or trousers - NO JEAN, NO CORDEROY)
- 2 sweaters or sweatshirts (recommended 1 fine polar + 1 thick polar) ***
- 1 polar or wool cap ***
- 1 pair of fleece gloves
OUTER LAYER
- 1 Hooded windbreaker and waterproof windbreaker (recommended mountain parka ultrex, goretex or others.) ***
- 1 pair of coat gloves (ski or mountain type) ***
Others
- 1 swimsuit
- 1 pair of footwear to rest your feet. (crocks, flip flops, alapargatas)
- 1 pair of high-top trekking shoes or riding boots, in case you do not have boots get leather spats ***
- Front flashlight or small flashlight w / spare batteries ***
- Sun Glasses (recommended with UV protection, with protective strips) *** ***
- Bottle or container for water up to 1 liter, to drink.
Hygiene elements and personal care
- Sunscreen (factor 40 or higher) ***
- 1 small towel
- Wet wipes for sanitizing.
- Personal medication
- Moisturizing lotions
- Lip balm
- Brush and toothpaste set.
- A small soap / shampoo
- Toilet paper.
PERSONAL ELEMENTS
National ID ***
Medical insurance***
Full personal file online ***
OPTIONAL, not mandatory (see space and weight)
Feather coat jacket.
SILVER TAPE tape, for repairs.
Steel thermos
Monocle. Photographic or video equipment
Book, notebook, travel diary, pencil, pen
IMPORTANT!
- The personal equipment during the ride will be carried in the saddlebags. Do not carry backpack.
- Do not bring: Insulated sleeping pad.
- First aid kits: take only personal medication
The use of HELMET provided by the company is mandatory.
- The personal bags, with the rest of the luggage that does not go to the riding, can be left (safely) in the farm where we started.