Overview
Natural and cultural landscape interpretation tour through the Prepuna and Puna regions of Jujuy, combining scenic drives with short hikes. Explore Purmamarca and the Quebrada de Humahuaca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Ascend the spectacular Cuesta de Lipán (4,170 m / 13,681 ft), cross the vast Salinas Grandes salt flats, and visit the Barrancas Natural and Cultural Reserve, home to remarkable pre-Hispanic rock art and an archaeological interpretation center. Excellent opportunities for landscape and cultural heritage photography.
Itinerary
Highlights
Landscapes: Purmamarca; Cerro de los Siete Colores and Paseo de los Colorado; Cuesta de Lipán; Salinas Grandes; Barrancas Natural and Cultural Reserve and its pre-Hispanic rock art complex.
| Interest | Landscape | Interpretation | Culture | Photography |
| Duration | 8-10 h |
| Ecoregions | Prepuna; Puna |
| Distance | 400 km |
| Altitude | 1,200–4,200 m |
| Best season | Apr–Dec |
| Difficulty | Low |
| Services |
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| Optional |
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| Group | 2-10 |
| Departures | S.S. de Jujuy (or nearby locations) |
