Sailing with Wine Tasting in Buenos Aires

About this tour

When Em from our team set sail on the Río de la Plata, we found ourselves on one of the world's widest rivers with a knowledgeable crew steering the boat while a sommelier walked us through four Argentine wines—the kind that've earned serious international respect. Buenos Aires' waterfront skyline receded as we anchored mid-river, the light hitting the water just right, and worked through local cheese, cured meats, and small plates designed to complement each pour. Four hours on the water, sunset included, feels like the kind of thing locals actually do rather than a tourist checkbox.

Highlights

• Sommelier guides you through four serious Argentine wines, not generic stuff
• Locally sourced tapas arrive timed to each wine pairing
• Crew shares genuine insights into Buenos Aires culture and river life
• Anchored mid-river with unobstructed views of the city skyline
• Sunset timing catches the Río de la Plata at its most photogenic
• Relaxed pace—no rushing between stops or forced activities
• Mix of locals and travellers, small group feel

What to expect

The boat departs from Buenos Aires' waterfront, and the first hour is mostly motion—you're getting out onto the Río de la Plata properly, which is vast and surprisingly calm. The crew handles the sailing while you settle in with a welcome drink. Once anchored, the sommelier takes over: each wine gets a real explanation (grape variety, region, why it works), paired thoughtfully with the food. The bites are generous enough to sustain you but light enough that they don't compete with the tasting. Em noted the crew were chatty without being pushy, happy to answer questions about the river, the city, or Argentine wine culture if you asked but equally fine with you just sitting quietly with a glass watching the light change.

The second half gets progressively more golden-hour as you sail back toward the city. There's time to relax, chat with other passengers, or simply absorb the views. The whole thing feels less structured than a typical tour—it's more like being invited onto someone's boat who happens to know wine and local food really well.

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