Cuyo

San Juan National Parks: San Guillermo & El Leoncito

Parque Nacional San Guillermo, Rodeo, San Juan, Argentina

The San Juan National Parks tour combines five days of exploration in PN San Guillermo and PN El Leoncito, in the province of San Juan, Argentina. Travelers hike through the Biosphere Reserve, embark on 4x4 expeditions, spot high-altitude wildlife, stargaze at CASLEO and go geotrekking to Cerro Siete Colores. The experience runs during the summer season and is operated by Centinela Explora, with transfers, accommodation and a permanent coordinator included.

About the experience

A tour combining high-altitude wildlife with stargazing to explore and understand the biodiversity of San Juan.

🌌 Itinerary – San Guillermo & El Leoncito (San Juan)

📅 Day 1 – Cuesta del Viento and Rodeo

• Meeting point in San Juan

• Difunta Correa shrine and Cuesta del Viento reservoir

• Overnight in Rodeo
📅 Day 2 – PN San Guillermo

• 4x4 guided drive into the park

• Easy hikes in search of high-altitude wildlife

• Overnight at a mountain refuge inside the park

📅 Day 3 – PN San Guillermo

• Trails through the Biosphere Reserve, at the group's own pace

• Return to Rodeo

📅 Day 4 – Barreal, El Leoncito and CASLEO

• Pampa El Leoncito and PN El Leoncito

• Stargazing at CASLEO during new moon

• Overnight in Barreal

📅 Day 5 – Cerro Siete Colores and return

• Geotrek to Cerro Siete Colores

• Arrival in San Juan approx. 7:30 pm

Includes

Transfers to and from San Juan
Accommodation
Guided 4x4 excursion through PN San Guillermo
Stargazing session at CASLEO (PN El Leoncito)
Geotrek to Cerro Siete Colores
Travel assistance and permanent trip coordinator

Not included

Flight or bus to San Juan
Sleeping bag
Meals not mentioned

Frequently asked questions

Where does San Juan National Parks: San Guillermo & El Leoncito take place?

It takes place in Parque Nacional San Guillermo, Rodeo, San Juan, Argentina (Cuyo region).

What activities does the experience include?

The activities are: hiking and trekking, birdwatching, wildlife watching, 4x4 expeditions, nature photography and stargazing.

In which season is it available?

It is available in summer.

What is included?

Included: Transfers to and from San Juan; Accommodation; Guided 4x4 excursion through PN San Guillermo; Stargazing session at CASLEO (PN El Leoncito); Geotrek to Cerro Siete Colores; Travel assistance and permanent trip coordinator.

What is not included?

Not included: Flight or bus to San Juan; Sleeping bag; Meals not mentioned.

How can I check availability and rates?

Rates and availability are checked directly with Centinela Explora, an AAETAV member, via WhatsApp using the "More information" button.

Last updated: October 16, 2026