Quebrada De Las Conchas Hiking from Cafayate

Code: 416862
  • Duración: 4 hours
  • Máx. Pasajeros: 10
  • Edad mínima: 12
  • Dificultad: EASY

Description

The excursion consists of a tour through the Quebrada de las Conchas, where the wind and water have carved, after many centuries, very curious and strange shapes. Our tour from Cafayate combines sections traveled by vehicle, with trekking, making it a walk suitable for all kinds of people!



Price includes

Professional Guide

Hotel Pickup And Drop-Off (Selected Hotels Only)

Price does not include

Lunch

Extras

Importante

The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm you the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel.

We suggest you to confirm the booking details with us prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly. OFFICE NUMBER: (+54 11) 3221-8400 (Mon to Sun from 9 to 18 Hs) EMERGENCY MOBILE: (+54 911) 4991-4035 (After office hours)

Itinerary

  • You will start the day by being picked-up in your hotel in Cafayate to begin this adventure, passing through the Mercado Artesanal de Cafayate (Cafayate's craft market). 


  • On the way to the natural reserve, we will be able to see multiple landscapes and landforms with variety of colors: The first is The Amphitheater: a natural, semi-covered rock formation with perfect acoustics that fascinates those who want to test their vocal chords. We will be here for 30 minutes.


  • The second stop is La Garganta del Diablo (Devil's Throat): the most famous rock formation. The immense walls of reddish rock form a vertical tube similar to the devil's mouth itself. We will be here for 30 minutes to take pictures and be amazed by the scenery. 


  • Then, we will get into direct contact with nature and it's hard work, while we continue our way to discover magnificent details of its geological formations. Among the most interesting points to visit, La Punilla, an area eroded by natural agents, which resulted in strange formations, Los Castillos, towering reddish rocks of the Mesozoic / Cenozoic era that, as a result of erosion, acquired its form, reminiscent of a castle.


  • Finally, we will reach La Yesera: an important fossil fish site. The tour has the characteristic of combining a car ride with small hiking of 40 minutes.


  • After visiting the most important points, we will take you back to your hotel. 


Faq

The best season is from April to November, with dry and temperate weather.

Between 3 and 5 nights are recommended.

Yes, it stands out for its culture, landscapes and gastronomy.

Some excursions reach high altitudes, acclimatization is recommended.

Comfortable clothing, light coat and sun protection.

Yes, it adapts according to cultural or natural interests.
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