Canon del Atuel
Canon del Atuel
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Chile1,214 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Such a beautiful place. One of the few canyons that you can actually cross it end to end. The rock formations are incredible. Sadly you can not really do trekking here as the tours are basically done by car as the canyon crossing is quite long. Anyway it will be great to have trekking opportunities in a such an amazing place.
Written 7 May 2023
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Marita M
20 contributions
Feb 2022 • Family
Worth visiting, one of nature’s wonders. Allow a full day for sightseeing the various landscapes and spots. It is a long safe drive, plan to hace fuel, to take food & drinks, not much on the way. Just amazing breathtaking landscapes. Enjoy!
Written 4 February 2022
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Adrian Marano
Buenos Aires, Argentina6,410 contributions
Dec 2018 • Family
Well, if you are in town and need to choose one thing to do: This is your best option. I strongly recommend to start the trip up in El Nihuil down to Valle Grande as the vast majority of the traffic flow go in this direction. It’s possible to begin in Valle Grande but It’s more pleasant and easy to drive backwards from El Nihuil to Valle Grande.
The road is AMAZING, a beautiful Canyon, close to the river, great views, bunch of picnic spots so it’s an incredible experience. The whole road can take up to 5 or 6 hours if you stop. If you are hurry, you can do it in only 2 hours.
For best pictures is better to start in the morning - noon and the location of the sun is perfect and colors are more vivid.
Enjoy!.
Last but not least, there are Very few services during the road so make sure you bring enough water and food!.
The road is AMAZING, a beautiful Canyon, close to the river, great views, bunch of picnic spots so it’s an incredible experience. The whole road can take up to 5 or 6 hours if you stop. If you are hurry, you can do it in only 2 hours.
For best pictures is better to start in the morning - noon and the location of the sun is perfect and colors are more vivid.
Enjoy!.
Last but not least, there are Very few services during the road so make sure you bring enough water and food!.
Written 25 December 2018
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chrieerbe
Canton of Schaffhausen, Switzerland141 contributions
Jan 2019 • Couples
great place for fotoshootings or just relax walking driving around and have a drink in one of the restaurant around the canon.
Written 8 May 2019
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Jean P
San Rafael, Argentina17 contributions
Oct 2017 • Friends
Just a few minutes drive out of San Rafael, one enters the surrounding desert, then slowly begins the climb to Valle Grande, following the path of the Rio Atuel as it tumbles from the heights to the desert floor. Glimpses show white water rafters passing, folks enjoying picnics along the banks and small clusters of campgrounds or cabins along the way. A beautiful drive, where you can also stop and have a regional meal of grilled meats or empanadas. For the adventurous, there are zip lines, hang gliding and horseback rides available.
Written 11 July 2018
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Tampa40 contributions
Feb 2015 • Solo
If you are in San Rafael, it is worthwhile to take the public bus that stops on Calle Balloffet to go to Valle Grande. Only costs about US$5 equivalent round trip. Or can take tours to do rafting, 4 wheel drive tours, hot springs etc in the area through the canyons.
I didn't have that much time so took the public bus (can get schedule from the helpful city tourist office) Took about an hour through pleasant winery/orchards along the river to the Dam and lake. Got off and walked on the Dam. Unfortunately, too much trash up there & Lake shows effect of drought though still pretty enough. Can rent boats & kayaks if walk down a lot of stairs. There is a restaurant too with outdoor seating and nice view. Music on - some like music; I would have preferred quiet to enjoy the nature.
Best thing was walk down the canon from the Lake along the road next to the river. It was peaceful, quiet, and gorgeous in areas. Lots of rafting companies and restaurants along the river. Took a few hours to walk around, had lunch and then caught the bus back. Very pleasant day.
I didn't have that much time so took the public bus (can get schedule from the helpful city tourist office) Took about an hour through pleasant winery/orchards along the river to the Dam and lake. Got off and walked on the Dam. Unfortunately, too much trash up there & Lake shows effect of drought though still pretty enough. Can rent boats & kayaks if walk down a lot of stairs. There is a restaurant too with outdoor seating and nice view. Music on - some like music; I would have preferred quiet to enjoy the nature.
Best thing was walk down the canon from the Lake along the road next to the river. It was peaceful, quiet, and gorgeous in areas. Lots of rafting companies and restaurants along the river. Took a few hours to walk around, had lunch and then caught the bus back. Very pleasant day.
Written 6 March 2015
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Rleeds3
New York City, NY36 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
One of the most beautiful and lovely places I’ve visited. Definitely worth spending a day or two rafting (family friendly) and relaxing by the lake.
Written 1 January 2020
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Millet02
Atlanta, GA510 contributions
Jan 2019 • Couples
This canyon is beautiful and had amazing geology. We took a tour and really regretted it, because it only stops at the dams. So much geology and we only looked at 99% through tinted and dirty windows. Go, but rent a car and drive yourself for maximum time and viewing.
Written 31 January 2019
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117LauG
London, UK1,158 contributions
Jan 2017 • Couples
I am originally from Mendoza and I have been to Atuel Canyon several times but this year took my partner and I enjoyed this scenery from a different perspective. When you grow on a place sometimes you miss the beautiful surroundings, but the canyon is actually worthy and quite impressive. It may not be as breath-taking as the Grand Canyon, but still beautiful. You can take a tour with any of the tourist companies from Mendoza town that will have a guide telling you some geographical and historical details of the place or go in your own car, or rent one, and read any information on the guide.
Ideally, you need to spend the whole day and leave early from Mendoza town. If you plan to do some water sports in the damn, I would recommend you to stay nearby.
The damn is quite beautiful as well and you can take a boat to grasp its size and beauty.
Overall, I would recommend you seeing the canyon if you are planning to go to Mendoza some days and can spare a full day for this excursion.
Ideally, you need to spend the whole day and leave early from Mendoza town. If you plan to do some water sports in the damn, I would recommend you to stay nearby.
The damn is quite beautiful as well and you can take a boat to grasp its size and beauty.
Overall, I would recommend you seeing the canyon if you are planning to go to Mendoza some days and can spare a full day for this excursion.
Written 5 March 2017
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Flexair
Niteroi, RJ328 contributions
Sept 2016 • Friends
Fantastic and absolutely stunning drive, it takes a day but it is really worth it. It is easy to do with a normal car if you drive carefully
Written 8 September 2016
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Hola! estamos pensando ir a San Rafael, buscando siempre alojamiento a la vera del Rio, cual me recomendarían que es mejor el Rio Atuel o el Rio Diamante?
Written 27 December 2023
Hola, sería irresponsable de mi parte darte una respuesta dado que no conozco como son los alojamientos y los ríos en esta época. Suerte en este viaje y que lo disfrutes. Saludos
Written 28 December 2023
Son casi 60 km ,que se hacen a baja velocidad dependiendo del tipo de vehículo en que vayas. De todos modos el Paisaje te lleva a recorrerlo tranquilo.
Written 16 August 2023
Hola. Quisiera saber cuánto dura esta excursión. Yo me hospedaré en San Rafael.
Si es de medio día o día entero. Gracias!
Written 10 April 2023
Hola! En medio dia vez la parte baja del cañon, que es la mas bella, hasta los jardines colgantes o algo mas.
Si queres llegar hasta el embalse del Nihuil medio dia es poco, te alcanza para llegar y comer alli. Suerte y disfrute!!!
Written 15 April 2023
Analia O
Isidro Casanova, Argentina
Hola voy a estar en mendoza capital a pier, como puedo llegar al cañon de atuel ,con transporte público o solo con mobilidad propia?
Written 29 January 2023
Hola muy buenas, se puede bañar en las aguas? Hay alguna especie de playa? Gracias
Written 23 December 2022
Buenas, es posible hacer la excursión con alguna agencia pero que no sea del día entero? Porque todas las que vi son de 11-14hs
Written 13 September 2022
Hola, al menos cuando quise hacerla saliendo desde San Rafael tuve el mismo inconveniente, la única solución que le encontré fue alquilar un auto. Si estás en la ciudad de Mendoza es imposible ya que tenés cerca de cuatro horas de viaje. Abrazoooo
Written 14 September 2022
Viajo a valle grande el 2 de junio próximo y quiero saber si el río Atuel tiene agua ya q la cabaña está a la orilla del río.gracisd
Written 22 May 2022
Hola el caudal del río lo regulan las represas que vas a ver si haces el recorrido que por cierto te recomiendo, así que de no haber un hecho atípico, el río siempre tiene caudal
Written 23 May 2022
hola desearia saber si el rio atuel esta con buen caudal de agua.gracias
Written 2 November 2021
No sabria decirte ahora, en septiembre cuando fui, habia buen caudal. Pero en verano entiendo que baja mucho. Encima este verano vino con mucha sequia. Lamento no poder ayudarte
Written 30 January 2023
hola!! vamos dentro de 15 dias a san rafael, para hacer este recorrido, q rutas nos conviene agarrar?? muchas gracias
Written 25 August 2021
Faltaria saber de donde estan viajando, pero voy a (mal) asumir, que salis de CABA? Pero basicamente ruta 7 hasta junin y de ahi en mas casi todo 188 hasta el tramo final que tomas la 143.
Written 26 August 2021
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