Jakotango
Patagonia & Argentine Polo Open 2026
Jakotango's Patagonia
& the pinnacle of polo...
Head to Argentina to experience the thrill and glamour of the Polo Open in Buenos Aires, then journey to the Andes to immerse yourself in Gaucho culture exploring this rugged mountainous region of Patagonia with a small group of likeminded travellers.
An Argentine adventure through the mountains accompanied by gauchos is something truly spectacular and combining this with the most exciting event of the sporting calendar makes this itinerary an unmissable foray into Argentinean culture.
The itinerary starts in Buenos Aires where you’ll enjoy a guided tour of the city with plenty of opportunity to explore the city in between the games held at the annual Argentine Polo Open.
Venturing to Patagonia you will join your guide, Jakob Von Plessen or one of his trusted gauchos, to ride through the Argentine wilderness. You’ll stay at Estancia Tres Lagos, a privately owned estancia of 12,000 hectares bordering the Nahuel Huapi and Lanin National Park in an area known as The Lake District. Here you will witness all aspects of life on the property from cattle farming to red stag hunting, and stay in boutique log cabins – a cosy and picture-perfect refuge. Mounting your sturdy Creolle horse you’ll trek into the mountains to scale dizzying peaks and windswept passes, with a night of fly camping allowing you to soak up the stunning scenery and warm gaucho culture in the most authentic way possible.
You will love
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World class polo at the Argentine Open
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Patagonia’s immense mountain scenery
- Horses like no other
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Asados (barbecues) & malbec
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Jakob von Plessen & his band of gauchos
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Cosy mountain cabins
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Post-tour extensions to Iguazu Falls, Mendoza, Brazil, Peru, Torres del Paine in Chilean Patagonia etc. Almost anything is possible – please enquire.
Let us design your perfect itinerary.
11 UNFORGETTABLE DAYS
DAY 1 | BUENOS AIRES | 2 NIGHTS
Welcome to Buenos Aires. Clear C&I before private transfer to hotel. Evening at leisure.
DAY 2 | BUENOS AIRES
Enjoy a morning City tour of Buenos Aires with a private guide (approx 4 hours). After lunch and a refresh, make your way to Palermo, the location of the Argentine Polo Open. Pending your dates enjoy and afternoon of world class polo. These games will be Preliminary matches (Dep 1) or Semi Finals (Dep 2). Evening at leisure.
DAY 3 | JAKOTANGO RIDE – ESTANCIA TRES LAGOS | 3 NIGHTS
Take a domestic flight to Bariloche in Northern Patagonia, followed by a scenic road transfer via Villa de Angostura to Lake Falkner. Commence the Jakotango riding adventure with a boat ride across the Lake to Estancia Tres Lagos. Meet your gaucho guides and trusty steeds, taking a leisurely ride up the valley to Estancia Tres Lagos and the Jakotango Base Camp. Settle into your cabin before enjoying an Argentine asado (barbecue) and siesta. Remainder of day & evening at leisure.
DAY 4 | ESTANCIA TRES LAGOS
Your guides will lead you off on a full day of riding, exploring the valley and mountains of Estancia Tres Lagos. En route you will stop for a picnic lunch and siesta. Return to the base camp for time to relax before dinner.
DAY 5 | ESTANCIA TRES LAGOS
Explore more of Estancia Tres Lagos on horseback returning to base camp for lunch and a siesta. Take a river swim and/or explore the surrounds on foot during an afternoon and evening at leisure.
DAY 6 | JAKOTANGO RIDE – FLY CAMP | 1 NIGHT
Today is a full day of riding moving from the base camp to your mountain fly camp, nestled in a protected mountain valley. Stop for lunch and a siesta en route. Camp fire dinner and sleep‐out (weather permitting).
DAY 7 | JAKOTANGO RIDE – FELIPE’S BARN | 1 NIGHT
Ride into the Traful Valley to Felipe’s house nestled in a forest by Lake Traful. Afternoon exploring Felipe’s farm and dinner in Felipe’s house.
DAY 8 | BUENOS AIRES | 3 NIGHTS
A relaxed morning before departing by boat across Lago Traful to the village of Traful, then onward travel to Buenos Aires. Evening at leisure.
DAY 9 | BUENOS AIRES
Morning to visit art galleries, markets, museums, restaurants and shops. Argentine Polo Open ‐ Semis (Dep 1) or Finals (Dep 2) in the afternoon.
DAY 10 | BUENOS AIRES
Argentine Polo Open ‐ Semi Finals (Dep 1 only) and time to explore Buenos Aires.
DAY 11 | Departure
Today marks the end of the itinerary. A morning at leisure before being transferred to the airport or continuing with your private arrangements.
Note: see the Key Facts Tab for more important information about this itinerary and the exclusive departures
Jakotango
& Argentine Polo Open 2026
5-night ride : from USD $7,150 per person twin share - see below
The Argentine Polo Open is the penultimate polo tournament in the world. This is your chance to live it up with the best of them in Buenos Aires. Combine this with the wilds of Patagonia by immersing yourself in Gaucho culture for an riding adventure like no other . This is a must “do before you die” holiday…
2026 Costs ex Buenos Aires
- 5 night ride : from USD $7,150 per person twin share or $8,550 as a single (if unwilling to share)
- 7 night ride : from USD $8,575 per person twin share or $9,975 as a single (if unwilling to share)
2026 Departures
- Departure 1: 22 Nov – 27 Nov 2026 – 5 night ride SOLD OUT SOLD OUT
- Departure 2: 29 Nov – 04 Dec 2026 – 5 night ride
- Departure 3: 06 Dec – 13 Dec 2026 – 7 night ride
* Final of the Argentine Open is likely to be December 5th, 2026
** Notes re the Dates of the Polo Open – the final dates are not set until mid 2026, however these dates are based around what usually occurs with the calendar. The itineraries are designed around the weekends to maximise your polo viewing and what is show above could change
Changes beyond our Control – The Jakotango Patagonian ride itinerary is subject to changes due to inclement weather & conditions beyond our control. If too much snow, one may stay in Tres Lagos base camp for the duration of the ride.
The Argentine Polo Open Dates are still to be confirmed for 2026 and are indicative of what usually occurs. Actual game dates are subject to change & delays due to wet weather or poor field conditions.
Inclusions
- Horses & gaucho guides throughout when with Jakotango
- Jakotango Ride in Patagonia – all inclusive of accommodation, meals, drinks, laundry, horses, treks, guides, boating & shared transfers ex airports
- Private transfers required in Buenos Aires ex the airports & to the polo
- Half day tour in Buenos Aires to get acquainted
- Tips for Jakotango Staff
Exclusions
- International & domestic flights to Bariloche with applicable takes
- Buenos Aires & other accommodation
- In Buenos Aires: Accommodation & optional Tango show & other touring
- In Patagonia: fly fishing permits & fishing gear hire
- Polo open tickets (for preliminaries, semis & finals)
- Additional food & beverages other than specified
- Accommodation upgrades
- Any additional or optional excursions &/or transfers other than specified
- Comprehensive Travel Insurance
- Items &/or purchases of a personal nature
- Gratuities & personal purchases
- Any item not specified
Minimum – 4 riders (to confirm the departure)
Maximum – 8 riders per departure (10 if exclusive departure)
Type of Horses: In Patagonia the horses are locally born and bred, predominantly the Argentine ‘criollo’ breed but some have Quarter Horse, Thoroughbred and even Percheron influence.
Non-Riders: We will take non-riders but this needs to be advised and catered for.
Helmets: Helmets are compulsory. Jakotango do not supply helmets. Please check that your insurance cover includes horse riding. Should there be an accident and you are not wearing a helmet, don’t expect there to be any insurance cover.
Length of Rides: 6-8 hours in the saddle. Picnic lunch carried in saddlebags on moving days, with lunch breaks of up to two hours. Some walking on foot may be necessary over very rough terrain.
Meals: Although Argentina is a carnivorous country, apart from the delicious argentine meat we serve a delicious variety of dishes. Even if this might not be the ideal place for vegetarians, we can cater for them if necessary.
Drinks: All alcohol and sodas inclusive. In Patagonia the Pisco Sour is always ranked as the favourite drink. Whisky, Gin, Vodka, wine and beers are always available. Other drinks could be added by request.
Luggage: No luggage limit but we suggest packing in one bag plus carryon luggage. A detailed clothing list will be provided on confirmation. On the fly camping night you will only travel with overnight gear and your bags will be ferried to the last night separately.
Medical and safety: A medical kit is on hand in camp and in the saddle. Except for one day in the Andes where we are out of contact from the rest of the world, every other place has easy access to medical support. Please advise us of any allergies.
Other activities: In Patagonia, fly fishing for brown and rainbow trout is an optional additional activity or can be done in place of riding. For this we would need previous notice since the licenses, rods and maybe a guide need to be organized. This will have an additional cost.
Power supplies: There is power everywhere except at the fly camp. Sometimes power comes from a generator so there might be a time limit. We do recommend taking spare batteries for cameras so you can always have on charge if required. For iphones, a battery pack is also recommend.
Gratuities: A tip of US$ 20 per person per day is recommended.
Accommodation in Buenos Aires: To round out your Argentinean experience, we recommend at least 2 nights prior to and after your ‘Jakotango Riding Safari’ staying at the Four Seasons, the Park Hyatt or Alvear Palace in Recoleta, Sagardi in San Telmo &/or Legado Mitico or Costa Petit in Palermo.
To experience the Gaucho culture in Argentina is an absolute treat, especially with Jakob von Plessen as your host - riding through breathtaking scenery and enjoying good company, good food and great Malbec - an unbeatable combination.
Julie McIntosh
"In 2017 a group of 9 went to the Argie Open and rode with Jakotango – to do this with my father & son - 3 generations, was quite amazing. I cannot recommend what you do more highly to anyone. We talk about it a lot, we look at the photos a lot & our group of 9, fathers & sons, are very grateful to have experienced it."
Glen Glimore - Captain of Australian Polo Team & Gaucho on Safari in 2017!
We wanted the opportunity to see as many wildlife parks as possible and the Classic Safari Company provided an action-packed itinerary that included six, with 11 tiger sightings and nine leopard. This was overlaid with an introduction to Jaisalmer, Jaipur and the 'real' India. Pench and Panna were the hidden gems of a really great trip, very well organised, seamless and enjoyable. As a solo traveller I felt incredibly safe at all times. I want to go back!
Mark Taylor
Classic Safari Company were brilliant - 10/10
Di & Kingsley Yates
Exellent and wonderful, reaching way above expectations.
Elizabeth Mackintosh
Classic Safari is the place to go to for "top end" adventure travel.
Ron & Alison Guthrie
Would do it all again and not change a moment. Best holiday ever!
The McGowan Tribe
The trip of a lifetime, couldn't have dreamt of a better adventure if I tried.
Emma Jeffcoat
We loved it all. Our son wants to go back tomorrow. We would ALL go back again!
Laurence & Remi Cunningham
The trip exceeded my expectations and was the best family holiday I have ever had. Our children simply loved it and now I know more about African wildlife than they do about our own farm animals.
Rowntree family
Their experience and knowledge of Africa is evident and we couldn't have been happier with the total package. This has given us a taste for Africa - now we are ready for more.
Andrew & Pip Stevens
Everything was perfect! Advice and information on destinations and activities hit everything I had hoped to experience. I contacted the Classic Safari Company upon recommendation and have now, in turn, recommended to others.
Tim Bradley
