Punta del Este · Uruguay · 13–20 March 2027

South Dust Rides

Six days of gravel through eastern Uruguay. Fully organized, so all you have to do is enjoy the ride.

Limited to 15 ridersBooking opens November 30, 2026

Created by the team behind Graveluy and the Épica Gravel Race — Uruguay's benchmark gravel event, held in Punta del Este.

Épica Gravel RaceGraveluy
Supported by
SpecializedDraisiana

Not a race. A gravel expedition.

South Dust Rides is a six-day, fully supported gravel experience based in Punta del Este. We've mapped the best dirt roads in Uruguay's east — quiet, rolling, endless — and built the week around them: handpicked accommodation, real food, airport transfers, a support vehicle, a mechanic and a guide who knows every turn. You ride. We handle the rest.

The 2027 Edition

Punta del Este Gravel Week

13–20 March 2027
Base
Punta del Este, Uruguay
Dates
March 13–20, 2027
Duration
6 riding days · 7 nights
Group size
10–15 riders
Distance
~524 km
Climbing
~5,860 m
Level
Intermediate–advanced
Surface
Mostly gravel and dirt roads, some paved links

From USD 2,000shared room · twin beds · USD 2,600 single room · double bed

Fly into Carrasco Airport (Montevideo, MVD) and arrive on Saturday, March 13: we pick you up that same day (from the airport or your Montevideo hotel) and head to Punta del Este, so that night is already included. You ride six days, Sunday, March 14 to Friday, March 19. On Saturday, March 20 we check out at midday and drive you back to Montevideo, so book your return flight for Sunday, March 21 — and a hotel for the night of the 20th, which is on you.

Itinerary

Six days, one line through the east

524 km · ~5,860 m of climbing · every night at the same base, so you settle in once and ride light.

  1. Day 1 — The Warm-UpDay 1Loop
    Day 1

    The Warm-Up

    69 km · 510 m · gravel

    Short opening ride to shake off the flight and dial in your bike.

    Route file coming soon
  2. Day 2 — Into the CuchillasDay 2Loop
    Day 2

    Into the Cuchillas

    86 km · 1,110 m · gravel

    First big day. Rolling gravel, long open horizons.

    Route file coming soon
  3. Day 3 — The Long Way RoundDay 3Loop
    Day 3

    The Long Way Round

    122 km · 1,280 m · mixed

    The longest stage of the week, all of it inland.

    Route file coming soon
  4. Day 4 · Rest day — Recovery SpinDay 4Loop
    Day 4 · Rest day

    Recovery Spin

    42 km · 400 m · easy

    Rest day. An easy optional loop, a wine and food stop, or nothing at all.

    Route file coming soon
  5. Day 5 — The Queen StageDay 5Loop
    Day 5

    The Queen Stage

    119 km · 1,550 m · gravel

    The hardest and most beautiful day. The one you'll remember.

    Route file coming soon
  6. Day 6 — The Send-OffDay 6Point to point
    Day 6

    The Send-Off

    86 km · 1,010 m · gravel

    A strong final day, then a celebration to close the week.

    Route file coming soon
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What's included — and what's not

Included
  • 7 nights' accommodation — single or shared room
  • All meals — breakfast, lunch and dinner, blending refined, carefully sourced cooking with proper Uruguayan asado
  • On-bike snacks and nutrition — every riding day
  • Support vehicle — on every stage (mechanical + sag)
  • Mechanic — on hand throughout the week
  • Guide — who knows every route
  • Airport transfers for you and your luggage — pickup on March 13 from Carrasco Airport (MVD) or your Montevideo accommodation, and the return transfer to Montevideo on March 20
  • Photos and video — from the rides, sent to you after the trip
  • Breakfast, secure bike storage and laundry — all at the accommodation
Not included
  • International flights to Uruguay
  • Accommodation on the night of March 13 (arrival night — we recommend an airport hotel)
  • Accommodation on the night of March 20 (return night in Montevideo, before your Sunday flight)
  • Travel and medical insurance (required — see FAQ)
  • Bike (bring your own, or arrange a rental with us in advance)
  • Spare parts (our mechanic's work is included; parts are charged at cost)
  • Personal expenses, extra drinks and souvenirs
  • Anything not listed as included

What you need to bring

Required
  • Gravel bike (or arrange a rental with us in advance)
  • Cycling kit — base layers, short- and long-sleeve jerseys, bib shorts and bib tights
  • Cycling shoes
  • Helmet
  • Lights (front and rear)
  • Bike computer
Optional
  • Your own pedals
  • Your own saddle (for a perfect fit)
The experience

This is the week

Dust, distance and the kind of roads you came for.

Fire & asado
Curated & local
The long table
More than fuel

The table is part of the ride

Every day ends with food worth riding for. We pair refined, carefully sourced cooking with the real thing: Uruguayan asado over an open fire, local producers, wine from nearby vineyards, and long shared tables where the day gets retold. Premium where it counts, local and honest always — because after 120 km on gravel, dinner isn't a detail. It's the reward.

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Routes & difficulty

One route, two groups

Every stage is the same line on the map. What changes is the pace you ride it at, so nobody spends the week chasing wheels or waiting at the top of a climb.

Two riders on the same gravel road, at different points

Who's behind South Dust Rides

Rodrigo Artigas

Rodrigo Artigas

Founder

Founder of Graveluy and creator of the Épica Gravel Race in Punta del Este, Rodrigo has spent years mapping Uruguay's best dirt roads and building the country's benchmark gravel event. He knows every route, every climb and every place worth stopping for.

Gastón Labarthe

Gastón Labarthe

Founder

A lifelong cyclist and gravel obsessive, Gastón started South Dust Rides to share these roads and this experience with riders from around the world.

Book your spot

Booking opens November 30, 2026
Shared room · twin beds

USD 2,000

You share with another rider · same full packageReserve your spot with a 10% deposit on November 30, 2026Join the waitlist
Single room · twin bed

USD 2,400

Private room · same full packageReserve your spot with a 10% deposit on November 30, 2026Join the waitlist
Single room · double bed

USD 2,600

Private room · same full packageReserve your spot with a 10% deposit on November 30, 2026Join the waitlist

Spots go on sale November 30, 2026. Join the waitlist and you'll hear from us before anyone else — no payment now, no commitment.

Spots are limited and confirmed as deposits come in. See our Refund Policy for cancellations.

Frequently asked questions

The riding

How fit do I need to be?

This is an intermediate-to-advanced week: 524 km and about 5,860 m of climbing over six days, with one big queen stage. You should be comfortable riding for several hours on consecutive days. There's a rest day on Day 4 and a support vehicle on every stage, so you can always cut a day short.

What's the terrain like?

Mostly gravel and dirt roads — rolling, open and low-traffic — with some paved sections linking them up. Uruguay's east isn't flat, but it isn't high mountains either.

Can I ride an e-bike or a mountain bike?

Yes. E-bikes and mountain bikes both work on these routes — bring the bike you're comfortable spending six long days on. One thing to plan for if you're on an e-bike: you can charge overnight at the accommodation, but there's no charging on the road and the support vehicle doesn't carry spare batteries. Make sure your range covers the full stage.

What if I can't finish a stage?

The support vehicle is there for exactly that. Hop in whenever you need to, then rejoin later or head back to the hotel.

What bike should I bring?

A gravel bike with 40 mm tyres or wider. Narrower tyres will do the job without much trouble, but 40 mm and up is what we recommend for comfort over six days back to back. If you don't have a bike, we arrange rentals with local providers: tell us in advance and we'll sort out size, model and price with you.

Is bike maintenance included?

Our mechanic is with you all week and their work is included. Spare parts aren't: if your bike needs a tyre, a chain or a derailleur, we'll fit it and charge you what it costs us.

Logistics

Which airport do I fly into, and when should I arrive?

Fly into Carrasco International Airport (MVD), Montevideo, and arrive on Saturday, March 13: we pick you up that same day and that night is already included. You ride Sunday, March 14 to Friday, March 19. We check out at midday on Saturday, March 20 and drive you back to Montevideo, so book your return flight for Sunday, March 21 and a hotel for the night of the 20th — that night isn't included.

When and where is the pickup?

We pick you up on Saturday, March 13 — either at Carrasco Airport or at your Montevideo accommodation — and drive you to Punta del Este. Send us your flight and hotel details once you've booked.

Where do we stay?

One base for the whole week in the Punta del Este area: you unpack once, sleep in the same bed every night and ride light. Breakfast, secure bike storage and laundry are all included — you wake up to a clean kit and a bike that slept indoors. Rooms are shared or private, depending on the package you book, and every dinner is shared. We confirm the exact address with you once your spot is booked: we choose the place for comfort, food and access to the routes, not for a star rating.

What about food and dietary needs?

All meals are included — breakfast, lunch, dinner and on-bike snacks. Tell us about allergies or dietary needs (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free) when you book.

Do you transfer my luggage?

Yes. We move you, your bike and your luggage between Carrasco Airport (or your Montevideo accommodation) and Punta del Este at both ends of the week. During the week we sleep at the same base every night, so there's nothing to pack up and move — you ride light and come back to the same room.

Can my non-riding partner come?

Yes, if we have space. Their stay includes accommodation and meals with the group, and we work out the price with you case by case — just tell us when you request your spot. If the edition is full, we'll point you to good places to stay nearby.

Booking & money

How do I book?

Spots go on sale November 30, 2026. Until then you can join the waitlist: leave your details and we'll email you the moment booking opens, before we announce it anywhere else. When it opens, you secure your spot with a 10% deposit online, and the balance is due 10 weeks before the trip.

What's your cancellation and refund policy?

See our Refund Policy. In short: the 10% deposit is non-refundable. Cancel more than 70 days before the start and the deposit is all you lose; 70–43 days before, the charge is 50% of the total price; 42–15 days, 75%; 14 days or fewer, there's no refund. Up to 30 days before the start you can transfer your place to another rider.

What currency and payment methods?

Prices are in US dollars, paid online by card.

What happens if the trip is cancelled?

Each edition needs a minimum of 10 riders to run. If we cancel — for numbers or for force majeure — you choose between a full refund of everything you've paid us, deposit included, or a credit towards a future edition. If it's a numbers cancellation, we'll let you know at least 8 weeks before the start date.

Do I need insurance?

Yes. Travel and medical insurance covering cycling is required. We'll ask for confirmation before the trip.

Practical

What's the weather like in March?

Mid-March in Maldonado is late summer: warm days (roughly low-to-mid 20s °C), cooler mornings and evenings, some chance of rain and coastal wind. Pack layers and a light rain jacket.

What languages do the guides speak?

Spanish and English.

How big is the group?

Small on purpose: 10 to 15 riders per edition, so support and attention stay personal.

Do I need a visa?

Most nationalities don't need a visa to enter Uruguay as a tourist, but it depends on your passport. Check the official requirements with Uruguay's Ministry of Foreign Affairs before you book your flights.

Will there be phone signal and wifi?

Wifi is included at the accommodation. Mobile coverage on the routes is good most of the time, but it drops out in the most remote sections. If you want reliable data all week, we recommend an eSIM over international roaming.

Six days. One week you'll be talking about for years.

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