MENDOZA (Nov 12–16, 2025 | 5 days · 4 nights)
THE ANDES EXPERIENCE
The Andes Experience takes you to the heart of Mendoza’s wine country, rolling vineyards, Andean sunsets, and fresh mountain air. Stay in boutique family homes, enjoy farm-to-table meals, ride horses like a gaucho, and gather around fireside gatherings with local music as you unplug and reconnect with what matters.
$2,975 USD per person
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Full-day Gaucho Experience
We’ll spend the day living the Argentine gaucho rhythm, starting with a local breakfast, riding horses into the mountains, sipping wine with Andes views, and closing with an open-air asado and music at sunset.
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Vineyard Tour & Asado
At Montequieto, a small family vineyard in Agrelo, we’ll walk the vines, taste wine straight from the tanks, and end with a traditional asado cooked and shared outdoors with the family who runs it
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Andes Trek & Picnic
We’ll hike the trails of Potrerillos, choosing between a 3- or 5-hour route through the Andes. Along the way, we’ll pause for a locally sourced picnic.
Our home base for the week
Nestled within Mendoza’s Uco Valley, we will call Tupungato our home. Our retreat unfolds across boutique, family-run homes on an estate at the foot of the Andes. The lodge’s intimate design blends rustic warmth with modern comfort: fireplaces, open-air kitchens, and secluded patios perfect for stargazing.
Each meal at OffChain Mendoza is a celebration of the region’s rich culinary heritage. We partner with local farms and small-scale producers to bring you ingredients that are fresh, seasonal, and ethically sourced. Every dish is made exclusively for our group, cooked fresh on-site. Meals are shared family-style around communal tables, with wine, with phones set aside to deepen connection and presence. Whether it’s a slow fire-roasted asado under the stars or a nourishing midday meal in the Andes, our food is designed to ground you in the land and in the moment.
Our meals
“Light the fire, pour the wine, take in the view, and savor the moment together.”
Live the Real Argentina
The Andes Experience is a deep breath of Argentina: sunrise mates, crisp mountain air, roaming animals, and long asados shared under open skies. Led by a family with deep roots in Mendoza, this is not regular tourism. It’s an invitation to experience the raw, grounded beauty of Argentina from within, slowly, simply, and surrounded by what truly matters: nature, music, good wine, and good people.
Expect mornings with animals and mountain views, long tables filled with homemade food and even better conversation, music drifting in the breeze, and quiet nights under the stars. This is Argentina in its purest form, its land, its rhythms, its soul, curated with care and offered with warmth.
A reminder of what life feels like when you return to presence, simplicity, and connection. An experience that stays with you long after the journey ends.
Frequently Asked Questions
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This experience is for builders, creatives, technologists, and Web3 lovers who are coming to Argentina for DevConnect and seeking a deeper connection to the ecosystem, nature, and each other. Whether you're a founder, contributor, designer, or curious mind, this is your chance to slow down, plug into purpose, and meet kindred spirits beyond the conference floor.
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5 days / 4 nights of lodging in the Andes
All meals and snacks (locally sourced, made fresh daily)
Ground transport from Mendoza city
All guided outdoor experiences
All group sessions, workshops, and creative time
Curated gifts
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What does the itinerary look like?
The OffChain Mendoza retreat flows across five days, each crafted to balance movement, connection, and deep presence in nature. Here’s a look at how the experience unfolds:Day 0 – Arrival & City Immersion
Arrive in Mendoza in the morning. For early birds, we’ll kick things off with a light city tour, exploring plazas, historic landmarks like Cerro de la Gloria, and stories of the fiesta de la vendimia. In the afternoon, we travel together into the Andes and settle into our homes. Dinner is flexible this night depending on arrival times.Day 1 – Gaucho Day & Firelight Welcome
We begin with a traditional homemade breakfast featuring regional pastries and flavors. The day unfolds with a hands-on gaucho experience, preparing horses and riding through the countryside. At midday, a fire-roasted asado awaits, followed by an evening fire circle and live folk music under the stars.Day 2 – Trekking & Slow Exploration
After breakfast, we travel to Potrerillos for a mountain trek, offering a 3-hour or 6-hour route depending on your flow. Mid-hike, we’ll pause for a shared picnic-style lunch with sweeping views. In the evening, we return to Los Coirones for a free night to rest, journal, or connect in smaller circles.Day 3 – Wine & Celebration
We begin the day with breakfast and then head into wine country for a visit to one or two curated bodegas. Expect tastings, storytelling, and a traditional lunch. In the evening, we gather at Las Palapas for a lakeside sunset celebration, music, connection, and a closing moment to remember.Day 4 – Integration & Farewell
A final breakfast at Los Coirones, followed by a slow morning of rest or exploration. The day is yours to integrate, pack, and prepare for the journey back, recharged and reconnected. -
You’ll be staying in beautifully designed private homes nestled in the same mountain area, creating a sense of community while offering personal space. Each house is thoughtfully curated for comfort, aesthetic, and a deep connection to the surrounding landscape. Rooms are private unless a shared option is specifically requested. Expect warm, high-quality spaces that balance rustic charm with modern comfort, perfect for rest.
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The experience is $2,975 USD per person, which includes accommodation, meals, wine, and all curated activities that immerse you in the culture and landscape of Mendoza
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Yes, intentionally. There will be moments throughout the retreat when we fully unplug from phones and laptops to create space for deeper presence.
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Flights or travel to Mendoza city
Travel insurance (required)
Alcohol beyond what’s included in meals
Personal purchases or activities outside the group
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Nope. Many attendees come solo. This is a space where connections form quickly and authentically, especially over shared meals and unplugged moments.
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We’ll send a full list upon registration, but expect to bring: comfortable clothes for outdoors, layers for mountain weather, hiking shoes, a bathing suit, something cozy for the evenings, and anything that inspires your creativity.
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We’re keeping the group intentionally small, 15 to 18 people. This creates space for deeper connection, meaningful conversations, and a shared experience where you’re not just meeting people, you’re truly getting to know them. Intimacy is part of the magic.
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We’re curating this experience with care and intention. To apply, simply fill out the form. We're not selecting based on resumes, we're looking for people who resonate with the values of OffChain: curiosity, presence, generosity, and openness. Once you apply, our team will review your submission and follow up within a few days. If accepted, you’ll receive an invitation to confirm your spot with payment and an onboarding guide with everything you need to know to prepare for the journey. Apply here!