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Los Puquios Snow Park: Family Fun in the Andes
Affordable family snow fun in the Andes near Puente del Inca. Perfect for beginners, tubing, and unforgettable mountain memories.
Nestled in the Andes Mountains near Puente del Inca, Los Puquios offers an intimate, family-friendly snow park experience. Perfect for beginners, it features a snow garden for kids, tubing, toboggan runs, and a ski/snowboard school.
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A brief summary to Los Puquios
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Ruta 7, Puente del Inca, Mendoza Province, AR
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Los Puquios Snow Park, located on Ruta 7 near Puente del Inca in Mendoza, Argentina, provides a relaxed snow adventure for all skill levels. Unlike larger ski resorts, Los Puquios offers a more personal experience, making it ideal for families and beginners.
The park features a dedicated snow garden, a safe and fun environment for young children with gentle slopes, heated cabins, and inflatable castles. More adventurous visitors can enjoy tubing and toboggan runs, and a ski and snowboard school offers lessons for all abilities.
Los Puquios translates from Quechua to 'pure and crystal-clear water spring,' reflecting a natural mineral water spring on the grounds. The park is committed to providing affordable snow experiences in the Andes. Recent improvements include a new magic carpet, expanded parking, more restrooms and food services, and an expanded sledding park.
Los Puquios is situated at 2,680 meters (8,793 feet) above sea level, ensuring excellent snow quality. The park covers 6 hectares with 11 slopes and a vertical drop of 130 meters.
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Getting There
Driving
Los Puquios is located on Ruta 7, near Puente del Inca, approximately 185 km (115 miles) from Mendoza city. From Mendoza, take Ruta 7 west towards the Chilean border. The drive takes about 2.5 to 3 hours. Parking is available on-site and is free. Note that only cash is accepted at Los Puquios due to limited connectivity.
Public Transport
Several bus companies operate services from Mendoza to Puente del Inca along Ruta 7. From Puente del Inca, Los Puquios is a short taxi or local bus ride away. Bus tickets from Mendoza to Puente del Inca can be found for around ARS 2,000 - ARS 4,000. A taxi from Puente del Inca to Los Puquios should cost approximately ARS 500 - ARS 1,000. Note that only cash is accepted at Los Puquios due to limited connectivity.
A brief summary to Los Puquios
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