In the region of Cuyo, stands the striking Aconcagua. There are high mountains and snowed volcanoes in the Andean Mountain Range; desserts and salt deposits; valleys and ravines and the Puna. Mendoza is framed by natural beauty, leafy flora, the Atuel River rapids and curious geological shapes that mix adventure and skills in sceneries full of charm to do trekking, horseback riding, photo safaris, rappel, rafting and paragliding. In harmony with the beautiful landscapes, the vineyards in Mendoza grow strong and healthy waiting for every year’s grape harvest. Mountain sports are ideally practised in Aconcagua, Mercedario and Tupungato tops. There is hang gliding and paragliding in the lowest mountains. In Mendoza’s ski centres, such as Penitentes, Vallecitos and, specially, Las Leñas, snow sports are practised. Canoeing, windsurf and other water sports are practised in the dammed waters and lakes, and rafting takes place in Mendoza, Diamante, Atuel and San Juan rivers.