
Yerba Mate Experience - Learn to Drink Mate like a Local!
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Age 13 and over
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Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 13 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Yerba Mate Experience - Learn to Drink Mate like a Local! worth booking?
Yerba Mate Experience - Learn to Drink Mate like a Local! is a 1.3-hour experience in Buenos Aires, Argentina, from $30 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 13 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (13)
- Duration
- 1.3 hours
- From
- $30 per person
Aby is a Buenos Aires native who will teach you everything you need to know about making and enjoying mate! During the activity you will learn about the history of Yerba Mate in Argentina, the local customs and how to p
What you get
- Snacks
- Tea and coffee
About this experience
Aby is a Buenos Aires native who will teach you everything you need to know about making and enjoying mate! During the activity you will learn about the history of Yerba Mate in Argentina, the local customs and how to prepare and enjoy this wonderful drink. We will show you the traditional way to enjoy mate, but also show you the how it is enjoyed in other regions. The experience is held at our private tasting room in the heart of Palermo.
What's included
Included
- Snacks
- Tea and coffee
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Buenos Aires
**Important** When you arrive please ring "801" and the bell icon and we will come down to let you in
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
**Important** When you arrive please ring "801" and the bell icon and we will come down to let you in
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Wine Discovery
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1.3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 13+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 63
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Yerba Mate Experience - Learn to Drink Mate like a Local!: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Buenos Aires.
How much does Yerba Mate Experience - Learn to Drink Mate like a Local! cost?
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Prices start at $30 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Buenos Aires usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Yerba Mate Experience - Learn to Drink Mate like a Local! take?
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Plan for about 1.3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Buenos Aires is not rushed.
Is Yerba Mate Experience - Learn to Drink Mate like a Local! worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 13 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Buenos Aires, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Yerba Mate Experience - Learn to Drink Mate like a Local!?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Yerba Mate Experience - Learn to Drink Mate like a Local! suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 13. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 1.3-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Yerba Mate Experience - Learn to Drink Mate like a Local!?
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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Buenos Aires can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Buenos Aires and add a light layer if any part of the 1.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Yerba Mate Experience - Learn to Drink Mate like a Local! start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Buenos Aires within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Buenos Aires?
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On Outty we rank every Buenos Aires experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Argentine Cooking, Wine & Beef Tasting at Argentine Experience, Historical Sherpa Food Tour of San Telmo with Street Food, Drinks, Cooking Class with Empanadas Steak & Flan by Argentine Experience. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Buenos Aires?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Buenos Aires?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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