Paddling near Mendoza, Mendoza

Mendoza sits at the foot of the Andes in the Cuyo region, and its paddling scene revolves around the mountain waters that drain eastward from the cordillera. Embalse Potrerillos is the area's main flatwater destination for kayaking and SUP, while the Río Mendoza draws paddlers looking for moving water. Guided tours run regularly from the city out to these Andean venues.