TAKE A RIDE ON THE WILD SIDE.
30 minutes from Puerto Natales, Chilean Patagonia, we will explore beautiful open fields on horseback and discover the local culture.
Before leaving for a half or a full day ride, we teach you how to communicate with our beloved horses and how to handle them safely. Sharing a 'mate' tea or a tasty 'asado' barbecue with local meats is adding flavor to these unforgettable moments.
Entering the herd of horses in the round pen, learning about the taming process, about horse care, discovering gaucho equipment, the amazing working dogs, participate in ranch work as driving cattle between summer and winter fields, sleeping in a remote "puesto", making bread together...
There is always something to experiment in wild Patagonia!
GAUCHO CULTURE
For centuries, the gauchos have been taking care of cows and sheep in the most remote and wild areas, living for months in simple conditions, with their loyal horses and dogs as companionship.
No matter what the weather is, a gaucho wakes up early every day to set fire, have his first mate and prepare his meal, which will be slowly cooked while he is outside, taking care of the animals and premises.
They are solitary souls with millions of stories.
The local gauchos will be protagonists of your journey with us.
UNFORGETTABLE HALF DAY, FULL DAY AND SEVERAL DAYS HORSE RIDES IN UNTAMED PATAGONIA, BETWEEN PUERTO NATALES AND TORRES DEL PAINE.
Beautiful, invigorating horseback ride through Patagonia the best tour guides – This was one of the highlights of our trip! The entire experience was so organic, from the friendly dogs greeting us at the ranch, the ride and trail itself, and… read more the owners teaching and conversation!
Our group of 4 (myself, my husband, and another couple) had one beginner, one expert who owns a horse, and two people with some experience riding. All four of us had a blast and improved our skills. The horses are all clearly well-trained and easy to ride. You will ride through a large valley including up and down slopes and forest, through a creek, past cattle, and up to a great lookout of the valley. Charlotte, our guide, was so knowledgeable and friendly and helped us improve our riding skills while making sure we felt comfortable and safe. It was the most supportive, encouraging environment. We especially loved all of the beautiful photo opportunities!
It was a wonderful half-day ride with a small private group through the beautiful Patagonian countryside. One of the most freeing and genuine experiences of our whole trip! Cannot recommend enough


April 22, 2025
Amazing full-day ride – We had an amazing day riding with Charlotte and her team! The two of us had some prior riding experience, and Galope Austral took care to make sure we were… read more comfortable, safe, and had an unforgettable experience. The horses were well-behaved and our full-day trip took us through some incredible landscapes. We will return the next time we’re back in Puerto Natales!


May 18, 2025
Wonderful ride in Patagonia’ – Wonderful ride in gorgeous surroundings!
Galope Austral have well trained horses for beginners and advanced riders.
Safety and horse well being are highly valued with this company and we had… read more wonderful ride today which gave us an amazing experience and beautiful memories if what Patagonia has to offer!
Thank you Charlotte for a great ride!


April 21, 2025