Los Cardones National Park Tour
Tour Highlights
After picking you up at your hotel in Salta at the indicated time, we'll set off westward. We'll first cross the Lerma Valley and the lush yungas forests in the Escoipe ravine. Then, we'll pass through El Maray and ascend the famous Cuesta del Obispo. Once we leave this zigzagging route behind us, we'll enter Los Cardones National Park, one of Salta's most spectacular protected areas.
In this natural environment, we'll stop at the Piedra del Molino, located at an altitude of 3450 meters. The route will then continue towards the Calchaquí valley. We'll arrive here by crossing the Recta del Tin-Tin, a road traced by the Incas that goes into the heart of the Cardones National Park.
Then, we'll go to the town of Payogasta to get on the iconic National Route 40. This road will take us to the so-called Devil's Bridge, a group of underground caves crossed by the Calchaquí River. Inside these caverns, we'll start hiking to discover the geological characteristics of the caves.
After this hike, for approximately one hour, we'll have a picnic lunch with a sandwich, a piece of fruit, a slice of cake, and two bottles of mineral water. After lunch, we'll take a short tour of the area to visit the Rocas Negras Field next to the Gemelos volcanoes and the town of La Toma.
From this last town, we'll get great views of the Nevado de Acay. Finally, it'll be time to return to Salta. Arrival at your hotel is scheduled 12 hours after pickup.
More Information
Duration
12 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Hotel pickup & drop–off
Transport by bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Picnic lunch
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
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Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Uma Travel Evt
Corporate name: UMA TRAVEL SRL
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
