Next we headed west, finally arriving to the Andes Range. After a few HOT days in and around Mendoza, we headed up into the mountains for a few cool nights of camping and a little bit of rock climbing.
Mendoza
Known for its nearby wine country, Mendoza is located directly east of Santiago, Chile on the opposite side of the mountains. Besides exploring the city via the free bike share program, we also got out of town for some wine tasting. With all the wineries in close proximity, renting a bike is the best way to get around and see the beautiful coutnryside.
Manzano Historico/Arenales
Situated at a higher elevation at the base of the mountains, the town of Manzano Historico was a much appreciated reprieve from the heat. After a couple nights with another Couch host we headed up higher to the nearby climbing area of Arenales. With a rope and draws lent to us by our host we finally got some use out of those harnesses we had been lugging around.
Known for its nearby wine country, Mendoza is located directly east of Santiago, Chile on the opposite side of the mountains. Besides exploring the city via the free bike share program, we also got out of town for some wine tasting. With all the wineries in close proximity, renting a bike is the best way to get around and see the beautiful coutnryside.
Manzano Historico/Arenales
Situated at a higher elevation at the base of the mountains, the town of Manzano Historico was a much appreciated reprieve from the heat. After a couple nights with another Couch host we headed up higher to the nearby climbing area of Arenales. With a rope and draws lent to us by our host we finally got some use out of those harnesses we had been lugging around.
Here are a couple video clips from the trip:
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