The 11 Most Booked Barbecue & Asado Days in South America

1.Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf, Selaron & BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,428 reviews · 8 - 9 hours · from $69Our pick

Spend 8 to 9 hours seeing Rio’s headline sights with hotel pickup, a multilingual guide, Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Selarón Steps, the Cathedral, Sambadrome, and an outside view of Maracanã. Choose the van or train option, and add the barbecue lunch package for a generous Brazilian steakhouse meal.

“It was very well organized and the guide was very respectful and patient in leading the tour. highly recommend it.”

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2.Skip the Line to Christ Redeemer, Sugar Loaf and Barbecue Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 593 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $113

Spend about nine hours seeing Rio’s essential sights with a multilingual guide and hotel pickup. Ride cable cars to Sugar Loaf, pass Copacabana and Ipanema, eat at a Brazilian churrascaria if you choose the lunch option, then take the cog train through Tijuca Forest to Christ the Redeemer. Guides such as Luis, Carla, and JB have earned strong praise for clear, friendly service.

“Good overall sights. Include an amazing Brazilian roasted meat luncheon buffet.”

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3.Sunset Horse Back Riding in the Mountains and BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 515 reviews · 8 hours · from $120

Leave Mendoza by van for El Relincho Cabalgatas, where Stella and her team match you with a calm horse based on your height and experience. Ride mountain trails for about three hours, pause at 2,100 meters for wide views, then return to the ranch for beef, pork, salads, dessert, wine, and warm family hospitality.

“Great and unique experience to watch the sunset while horse riding. Beautiful landscape and very peaceful horses. Loved the barbecue afterwards, one of the tastiest meals I had in Argentina.”

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4.Authentic Argentine Asado BBQ with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 178 reviews · 3 hours · from $74Top rated

Join hosts Roger, Milton, and their team for a three-hour, small-group asado in Buenos Aires. You’ll share seven courses of fire-cooked meats, provoleta, sweetbreads, salad, dessert, four Argentine wines, and non-alcoholic drinks. The evening ends with live acoustic tango and folk music, all in a relaxed local setting for up to 10 people.

“Roger and Milton were great hosts. We were a group of 10, and they encouraged us to socialize. Top notch food- grilled meats, salad, and variety of drinks including Argentinian wines. They explained the asado process, and the cuts of meat. Informative and enjoyable! Recommend.”

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5.Cajón del Maipo Hot Springs & Chilean Barbecue

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 157 reviews · 12 hours · from $250

Spend about 12 hours traveling from Santiago into the Andes, soaking in seven volcanic hot-spring pools at Termas Valle de Colina, then eating an all-you-can-eat Chilean barbecue with wine, beer, and juices beneath the stars. Guides such as Francisco, Rosario, and Axel are praised for warm, attentive hosting.

“This trip was an absolute highlight of our short stay in Santiago de Chile. It was very fortunate to start the tour in the afternoon. The car was in excellent condition, even the bumpy roads were comfortable with it. Our guide Axel was very knowledgeable, polite, helpful in every sense. The natural spa was very relaxing, the circumstances were absolutely acceptable, even I am maniac of cleanliness. This is a natural spa, not a city bath! And still, bathrobes were provided. All located in a beautiful environment, and we had gorgeous sunset. The evening with local delicacies, and especially with the super nice group was simply perfect. I can highly…”

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6.Join a Local Family for an Argentine Barbecue

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · 3 hours · from $116

Join Betty, Marcelo, and their family for a three-hour Argentine asado in Palermo Soho. You will watch Marcelo grill eight courses, hear Betty explain parrilla traditions, taste beef, pork, empanadas, wine, dulce de leche gelato, and Fernet Cola, and share the table with an international group. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary needs can be accommodated.

“Family was super nice , we ate really good food and drunk plenty of wine”

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7.Argentine Barbecue Asado Dinner Experience with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $85

Meet Milton and Roger for a 2-hour-45-minute Argentine asado in Buenos Aires. You’ll share several courses of grilled meats, offals, vegetables, salads, dessert, four local wines, and Fernet with a small group of up to 12 people. Live tango and folk music closes the evening.

“If you're thinking about going to this Argentian Asado do yourself a favor and reserve it immediately. You will not regret it!!! It was the perfect end to my BA experience. Everything about going to this asado was perfect. The host really make you feel like you're attending an asado with friends and family.”

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8.Make an Argentine Asado BBQ w/ Local Host & Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $89

Join local host Fede in his Mendoza home for a four-hour Argentine asado. Help prepare empanadas, build the charcoal fire, taste wine, and share morcilla, chorizo, pork matambre, beef, dessert, and Fernet-Cola on a rooftop terrace with city and mountain views. The group is limited to five people, and a vegetarian option can be requested.

“This was an incredible experience. Fede welcomed us into his home so graciously. The asado and wine were incredibly good. Highly recommend!”

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9.Horseback riding and barbecue in a private ranch – La Carrera, Mendoza

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $200

Travel from Mendoza to El Pico Palma ranch in La Carrera, where Gilda, Lucía, and Ángel guide a two-and-a-half-hour ride on well-kept Creole horses at 2,000 meters. Return for homemade empanadas, high-altitude wine, an Argentine asado, and regional desserts, with time to rest or hike.

“Really great experience! First of all nice personal contact right away together with a quick confirmation of the trip. The Ranch is beautiful, the surrounding is so spacious, I found it breath taking. The horses are super well behaved and well taken care off! The ride itself is beautiful and we enjoyed every bit of it. The food afterwards was excellent. You just feel that they have a heart of liking good products. We geld so relaxed. And next to that we even got really nice tips for the rest of our stay. Thank you so mutch!”

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10.Bariloche Horseback Riding & Traditional Argentine Barbecue Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 73 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $204

Travel from Bariloche to San Ramón Ranch, where guides pair you with a calm horse for a two-hour ride through forests, lake country, and Patagonian steppe. Meet host Nico, learn about local wildlife and mate, then sit down to a three-course asado with wine, soft drinks, and mineral water. Beginners are welcome.

“For a novice rider, the ranchers/guides gave simple and easy to follow instructions. They paired the horses with each individual by their experience, size and weight. The horse is so tame and gentle at the same time. I was relaxed during my first horseback riding session to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. The Patagonia steppe was breathtaking and the 2hrs ride passed before we realized it’s over. Then it came the enormous amount of food for lunch. The meat was perfectly grilled and the wine was delirious. I walked away with tremendous appreciation for the beautiful natural landscape and the well cared for animals as they get to roam free after…”

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11.Polo Under the Stars and Argentine BBQ Evening Venue from Buenos Aires

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $247

Ride from Buenos Aires to an illuminated polo ranch for a professional night match, guided lessons, empanadas, wine, and a full Argentine asado. You may visit the pony line, try polo shots, and take part in the opening or closing of a chukka. Shared transfers, hotel pickup, and a bilingual guide are included.

“We had an awesome time at night polo. We enjoyed watching and learning about the game, visiting the museum, helping take part in the game and also learning how to play polo. This tour is a must for anyone interested in something fun to do while in BA, Argentina.”

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