The Gaucho Experience
La Pampa, Argentina
La Pampa is a vision to the eyes, mind and soul…
Known for its dynamic African like landscapes and storms, La Pampa is a place of dreams for those seeking to experience a true Argentinean Gaucho lifestyle.
Experience authentic estancia living with hands-on gaucho adventures, from horseback riding and cattle work to traditional asados and delicious local cuisine.
Each day offers a taste of rural Argentine life, while evenings are spent unwinding beneath the vast, starlit Pampas sky.
Meet the Host
Born into one of Argentina’s most prestigious polo families, Cruz has been riding horses since as long as he can remember.
A remarkable polo player, he finds his greatest joy in escaping to the breathtaking wilderness of Patagonia or the vast plains of La Pampa where he can fully relax and unwind in the most spectacular settings.
The Experience
4 Nights at Estancia La Gama in La Pampa
Min 6 people - Max 8 people per group
Dates (Flexible): From October to March
Optional Add-On: Polo Experience in Pilar
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Animal watching
Hunting (March)
Horse riding
Learn to lasso
Heard the cows around and work with them in ‘la manga’, which is the location where the cows are branded, vaccinated, etc.
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Day 1: Welcome to La Pampa
Morning: Your adventure begins with a pick-up from Santa Rosa, located approximately 1h30 car drive from the estancia. Sit back and enjoy the scenic drive as you transition from city life to the boundless countryside.
Midday: Upon arrival at the estancia, take a moment to decompress, settle into your accommodations, and soak in the serene surroundings.
Lunch: Your first taste of estancia life comes with a traditional asado, where slow-cooked meats, fresh chimichurri, and local wines set the tone for the days ahead.
Afternoon Ride: After lunch, saddle up for a leisurely ride, exploring the vast landscape and getting familiar with the terrain, your horse, and the rhythm of the estancia.
Evening: Watch a magical sunset over the dunes followed by a family-style dinner for an authentic gaucho experience, complete with stories, laughter, and local flavors.
Day 2: A day in the life of a Gaucho: Cattle Herding & Ranch work
with the gauchos to gather the herd and move the cows across the estancia to ‘La Manga’, the central station where all the essential cattle work takes place.
Lunch & Siesta: After an exhilarating morning, return to the estancia for a well-deserved lunch and siesta—a cherished tradition in the Pampas.
Afternoon: You’ll spend the afternoon alongside the gauchos, helping with the cattle and experiencing the true day-to-day life on the ranch.Get hands-on with the cattle work at La Manga, assisting with key ranch tasks such as vaccination, branding and veterinary care.
Evening: As the day winds down, ride back to the corral to settle the cattle for the night before enjoying another hearty dinner under the stars.
Day 3: Scenic Ride and Lasso Competition
Morning: A relaxing ride through the estancia, keeping an eye out for injured cattle and ride through the magical woods with the majestic carancho birds soaring above.
Lunch: Prepare for an unforgettable gaucho-style asado, where whole cuts of meat are slow-cooked over an open flame while you sip on local wines.
Afternoon: After your siesta, it’s time to channel your inner gaucho—you’ll learn the art of lasso throwing and put your skills to the test in a friendly lasso competition and if you are keen for another ride, your horse will be waiting for you!
Evening: Watch another unforgatable sunset over the meadows followed by a relaxed evening at the estancia with your mate in hand, as the gauchos do.
Day 4: Full day riding & wild animals watching
Morning: Time to saddle up early for a full day of riding! You’ll spend the day riding throughout the lands of the Estancia, from the dunes to the forest or meadows.
Lunch & Afternoon: A well-earned midday stop for a lovely lunch at El Puesto and a deserved siesta before continuing with the ride. Saddle back to explore some morelands and observe the wild animals around like the wild Guanacos (sort of Lama), Maras (Could be a giant rabbit..!), Deers or even Snakes or Pumas…
Evening: As your adventure nears its end, gather for a special farewell dinner under the stars, accompanied by Argentina’s finest Malbec—a toast to an unforgettable experience in La Pampa.
Day 5
Morning: Enjoy one last sunrise ride, soaking in the landscapes before returning to the estancia for a farewell brunch.
Midday: You’ll depart for Santa Rosa Airport to catch your afternoon flight to Buenos Aires (typically departing around 4-5 PM).
Evening: We recommend spending the night in Buenos Aires before continuing your journey the next day.
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Cruz’s farm is located in ? in La Pampa
How to get there:
Flight to Buenos Aires and then take a connection to Santa Rosa.
On your arrival, a car will pick you up at the airport and drive you to the farm. We would recommend flying into Buenos Aires the day before and taking the first flight out the following day. We would also recommend taking a hotel for the day you fly back to Buenos Aires before taking your flight to wherever you might head after. We have recommendations for Buenos Aires so let us know if you require this.
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Cost per person : US$ 1,950
Included:
Accommodation at the Estancia.
All breakfasts, lunches and dinners.
All beverage, alcoholics and non alcoholics.
All Transfers to/from the Estancia from Santa Rosa Airport.
All activities at the Estancia.
Not Included:
Flights to and from Buenos Aires
Flights to and from Santa Rosa
Tips
Any experience in Buenos Aires (we have a lot of recommendations and can help with this if required)
ACCOMODATION
A charming 4 bedroom house is at the center of this incredible estate. Very comfortable you will be well looked after by the fantastic staff in this lovely house which can accomodate 4 to 8 people at a time.
Each room have their own bathroom and two single beds.
ITINERARY
5 DAYS
Day 1: Welcome to La Pampa
Morning: Your adventure begins with a pick-up from Santa Rosa, located approximately 1h30 car drive from the estancia. Sit back and enjoy the scenic drive as you transition from city life to the boundless countryside.
Midday: Upon arrival at the estancia, take a moment to decompress, settle into your accommodations, and soak in the serene surroundings.
Lunch: Your first taste of estancia life comes with a traditional asado, where slow-cooked meats, fresh chimichurri, and local wines set the tone for the days ahead.
Afternoon Ride: After lunch, saddle up for a leisurely ride, exploring the vast landscape and getting familiar with the terrain, your horse, and the rhythm of the estancia.
Evening: Watch a magical sunset over the dunes followed by a family-style dinner for an authentic gaucho experience, complete with stories, laughter, and local flavors.
Day 2: A day in the life of a Gaucho: Cattle Herding & Ranch work
Morning: Rise early for a morning of cattle herding. You’ll ride out with the gauchos to gather the herd and move the cows across the estancia to ‘La Manga’, the central station where all the essential cattle work takes place.
Lunch & Siesta: After an exhilarating morning, return to the estancia for a well-deserved lunch and siesta—a cherished tradition in the Pampas.
Afternoon: You’ll spend the afternoon alongside the gauchos, helping with the cattle and experiencing the true day-to-day life on the ranch.Get hands-on with the cattle work at La Manga, assisting with key ranch tasks such as vaccination, branding and veterinary care.
Evening: As the day winds down, ride back to the corral to settle the cattle for the night before enjoying another hearty dinner under the stars..
Day 3: Scenic Ride & Lasso Competition
Morning: A relaxing ride through the estancia, keeping an eye out for injured cattle and ride through the magical woods with the majestic carancho birds soaring above.
Lunch: Prepare for an unforgettable gaucho-style asado, where whole cuts of meat are slow-cooked over an open flame while you sip on local wines.
Afternoon: After your siesta, it’s time to channel your inner gaucho—you’ll learn the art of lasso throwing and put your skills to the test in a friendly lasso competition and if you are keen for another ride, your horse will be waiting for you!
Evening: Watch another unforgatable sunset over the meadows followed by a relaxed evening at the estancia with your mate in hand, as the gauchos do.
Day 4: Full day riding & wild animals watching
Morning: Time to saddle up early for a full day of riding! You’ll spend the day riding throughout the lands of the Estancia, from the dunes to the forest or meadows.
Lunch & Afternoon: A well-earned midday stop for a lovely lunch at El Puesto and a deserved siesta before continuing with the ride. Saddle back to explore some morelands and observe the wild animals around like the wild Guanacos (sort of Lama), Maras (Could be a giant rabbit..!), Deers or even Snakes or Pumas…
Evening: As your adventure nears its end, gather for a special farewell dinner under the stars, accompanied by Argentina’s finest Malbec—a toast to an unforgettable experience in La Pampa.
Day 5: Final day of serenity
Morning: Enjoy one last sunrise ride, soaking in the landscapes before returning to the estancia for a farewell brunch.
Midday: You’ll depart for Santa Rosa Airport to catch your afternoon flight to Buenos Aires (typically departing around 4-5 PM).
Evening: We recommend spending the night in Buenos Aires before continuing your journey the next day.
Optional Add-On: Polo Experience
For those looking to extend their adventure, we can add a Polo experience either at the beginning or end of your trip, giving you the chance to learn and play Argentina’s most prestigious sport.
