Galloping With Gauchos
Estancia Los Potreros, Argentina (Córdoba province)
Gaucho folklore has made traveling horseback in Argentina somewhat of a rite of passage when visiting the country. Gauchos, with their relaxed riding style (one-handed with loose reins) remain the ultimate cowboys; an equestrian way of life is second nature. Today, there are many family-run estancias across the country’s various regions offering horseback experiences for travelers to ride like a gaucho on a variety of landscapes and terrain. In the Córdoba province in central Argentina, situated within the pampas grasslands and the Sierras de Córdoba foothills, Estancia Los Potreros is a traditional working family ranch where guests can ride alongside gauchos to help them achieve their daily tasks, partaking in gaucho games, such as ‘sortija’ or polo lessons, as well as trail riding, which is customized to match each person’s skill levels. The Córdoba province features some of the most varied terrains across Argentina, so in a single ride, travelers will ascend rocky outcrops opening to sprawling hillsides, hidden valleys with secret waterfalls and swimming holes, as well as visiting neighboring villages for a glimpse into rural life.
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