Authentic Gaucho Farm Experience in Buenos Aires

From$168
9 hours
Buenos Aires, Argentina

About this activity

Immerse yourself in authentic Argentine culture with a full-day excursion to a traditional farm, featuring horseback riding, a delicious barbecue, and local wines.

Highlights

  • Explore a traditional Argentine farm
  • Experience authentic gaucho culture
  • Enjoy a delicious Argentine barbecue
  • Ride horses through picturesque landscapes
  • Taste local wines and traditional dishes

Full description

Step into the heart of Argentina's rich cultural heritage with this immersive full-day excursion to a traditional farm in San Antonio de Areco. Known as the birthplace of gaucho culture, this charming town offers a glimpse into the life of Argentina's iconic cowhands. Your adventure begins with comfortable round-trip transportation from Buenos Aires, setting the stage for a day filled with authentic experiences. Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by friendly local hosts eager to share their traditions. Saddle up for a leisurely horseback ride through the farm's picturesque landscapes, offering a unique perspective of the Argentine countryside. After working up an appetite, indulge in a mouthwatering Argentine barbecue, known as an asado, accompanied by local wines that perfectly complement the flavors. This excursion provides a perfect blend of adventure, culture, and gastronomy, ensuring a memorable day trip from Buenos Aires.

Included / Excluded

  • Round-trip transportation from Buenos Aires
  • Guided tour of a traditional Argentine farm
  • Authentic Argentine barbecue lunch with local wines
  • Gratuities for the guide and staff

Important information

Know before you book

  • This tour operates in English; ensure you are comfortable with the language.
  • The experience includes horseback riding; no prior experience is necessary, but comfort with animals is recommended.
  • Vegetarian or dietary restrictions can be accommodated; please inform the operator in advance.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor activities and horseback riding.
  • Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against sun exposure.
  • Carry a camera to capture the scenic landscapes and memorable moments.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Good to know

  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • This is a kid-friendly tour

Traveler reviews

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Not recommended

The place was okay, not great ! The tour inside the small ranch is not handicapped accessible. The tourist guide was very friendly and spoked good enough English The food wasn’t good or what I expected from a “ESTANCIA “The Malbec wine was weak. Not recommended! I do recommend the tour guide “ Florencia” was awesome.

Go692232Sep 17, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Nice day at Gaucho Ranch

Cynthia was a very knowledgeable guide, Ema was a great driver, pick up and drop off were easy.

799danpSep 14, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Argentenia Cowboys!

An amazing day start till the end. Our guude Cynthia & driver were great throughout! So professional, friendly & caring. Great seeing the small city to the ranch. Loved the horse back riding to the lunch & show. Very peaceful & experiencing the ranch & gaucho. Nice to experience the city into the country, nature & just relaxed. Thank you all for making this day incredible. We had someone in our group with a medical issue & our guide & driver were amazing!!!

hoosnabSep 13, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Excellent

Outstanding trip! Very memorable cultural experience including singing and dancing, horseback riding around the Argentinian countryside, hearing about relevant history, sampling local foods, and an impressive display of horsemanship. Highly recommend for anyone looking to get the most out of their trip to Buenos Aires!

O1959LEmichaeloSep 8, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Gaucho Culture!

Great experience! This was such a fun day, our guide Orianna was fantastic and the events were perfect. The farm is beautiful, the horses were impressive, the lunch was top notch and we even learned how to dance like a gaucho. This is a great cultural experience.

Salexander99Sep 6, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

A current valid passport is required on the day of travel May be operated by a multi-lingual guide Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required This is a kid-friendly tour