Exclusive Polo Lesson at Villa Maria with Argentinean Barbecue

Buenos Aires, Argentina

8 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Learn how to play polo on an Argentinian ranch (estancia) during this full-day tour from Buenos Aires. With an instructor of 15 people or fewer, mount your horse for a lesson followed by a traditional barbecue. Round-trip transportation from hotels in Recoleta, Retiro, San Nicolas, and Montserrat included.

Full day at an Argentinian polo ranch
Polo lesson and lecture
Traditional barbecue lunch
Free time to play tennis
Round-trip hotel transport

What's Included

Lunch

3-course lunch
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Polo class
Horseback riding
Polo equipment
Alcoholic Beverages
Bilingual guide specialised in Polo

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

The pick up transfer is only from centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel.

Meeting point

Buenos Aires, Argentina
The pick up transfer is only from centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.10:30 am

Itinerary

Be ready for convenient pickup at your Buenos Aires hotel (selected hotels only), where you climb into a comfortable tour vehicle for the journey to the ranch (estancia).

The team welcomes you with an informative talk about polo and the horses bred on the estancia. While you listen, snack on some empanadas and sip some local wine. Learn about polo's rules and techniques from the instructors, then walk out on the fields frequented by Adolfo Cambiaso, one of the world's best polo players.

Mount up and take a polo class, suitable for both beginners and advanced players.

Refuel with a traditional barbecue, known as an 'asado,' featuring local meat and wine. Relax around the swimming pool, play tennis, or walk through the fields. Sip tea and mate, or sample Argentinian snacks before returning to Buenos Aires via bus.

Buenos Aires

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Estancia Villa María

7 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Buenos Aires

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Comfortable clothing and shoes recommended
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

5.0

based on 3 reviews

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Exceptional and exciting day

Jason_L, Dec 2025

Fabulous polo experience with my coach Ezequiel. The intro and instruction was clear and thorough in English. The one on one teaching was excellent. I was able to control th horse and hit the balls. Great introduction to the sport. Would recommend any friends to this.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you, Jasonl! We’re glad you enjoyed your lesson with Ezequiel and had a great introduction to polo. We’d love to welcome you back!

Amazing

Cheryl_V, Nov 2024

While the weather was awful, the staff ensured that I had a wonderful experience. The location is just stunning and lunch was incredible. I would recommend this tour for absolutely everybody no matter what your horse experience is. I’d travel all the way from Australia just to do this again

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thanks for your kind words! We’re happy the team made your day memorable, despite the weather. Hope to see you again at Villa Maria!

Quality Polo

Luis_B, Mar 2024

This polo experience is immersive and welcoming for anyone, regardless of their experience with polo or horseback riding. I highly recommend trying it while in Argentina.