Buenos Aires Shore Excursion: Gaucho Day Trip to Santa Susana Ranch
Immerse yourself in the best of Argentina's culture at a 'fiesta gaucha' (gaucho party) on this full-day shore excursion from Buenos Aires! Visit Estancia Santa Susana, a traditional ranch located in Argentina's countryside. Long-time inhabitants of the Argentina plains, the gauchos (loosely rendered as South American cowboys) provide a fun-filled day of ranch activities at Santa Susana. Enjoy a traditional folk and tango show, a horse-drawn carriage ride, a BBQ lunch with wine, and a demonstration of the gauchos' fantastic horse-riding abilities.
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Stop At: Terminal de Cruceros Quinquela Martin, Av. Pres. Ramon Antonio Castillo 13, Buenos Aires 1104 Argentina
The tour begins by picking up passengers from hotels and from the cruise terminal.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Estancia Santa Susana, Ruta 6 Km. 188, Los Cardales B2814HIE Argentina
When you arrive at this traditional Estancia, your day of gaucho fun begins with a friendly welcome reception at the ranch pub with Empanadas and wine.
Take a guided tour to some of Santa Susana’s attractions, including its museum and church, before enjoying a horse-drawn carriage ride to explore the grounds of the ranch.
Back at the ranch, tuck into a delicious parrillada, accompanied by salad and beverages. Then sip on a glass of Mate (an Argentine drink of Yerba mate leaves steeped in hot water) and finish with a Pastelito (pastry)!
During lunch, be entertained by a tango and folk show of classical music and dance, and watch an exciting Boleadoras show, with throwing weapons used by gauchos. When you’re done eating, the real entertainment begins as you watch the gauchos show off their incredible ranch skills. Be impressed by a ring race, animal herding and the Cuadreras race, a typical gaucho game.
Duration: 6 hours
Pass By: Tangol, Calle Defensa 831 - San Telmo Shop# 31, Buenos Aires 1005 Argentina
This excursion concludes within a 15-minute taxi ride to the cruise port, so you determine the time you return to your ship in Buenos Aires. Please allow yourself ample time to enjoy the excursion and ensure your timely return to the port. This excursion is not covered by our worry-free policy.
Informacion Adicional
"Please note: Tour operator does not have the capacity to look after customers with luggage"
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Please note: Passport Information is required for this tour."
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Start Time:
09:30 AM
Duration: 8 Hours
Start location: Terminal de Cruceros Quinquela Martín, Av. Ramón Castillo 13, Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.