North
Colorful ravines, arid valleys, green hills and an unforgettable warmth. A land with history, culture and identity deeply rooted in the essence of the north.
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Valles Calchaquíes
Corralito - Cafayate, Argentine Northwest
Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
Level: Intermediate and Advanced
Saddle and crossbred horses (criollo base)
Explore the magnitude of the Valles Calchaquíes.
What mesmerizes us about this expedition is the constant change of landscapes: as you advance, slowly but surely through the ravines and valleys, the earth and its colors change constantly. Copper, valleys in shades of green, red sand dunes, 20-meter high walls, open steppes, river, basins.
The day before the expedition, we will welcome you in Chicoana, a town a few km away from Salta capital for a calm landing and a warm welcome at our family estate.
The next day, we move to our starting point: a picturesque country post. There, we will make a first “familiarization” ride where we will enter the Quebradas de Salamanca and understand why this area is known as the Water Canyon.
We will return to the accommodation to enjoy a homemade meal based on the regional dishes of this area of the country. A picada, a good wine, stars and a mud oven to close a first day immersed in the calm of the hills.
The next morning starts with a full country breakfast, and begins our 8-hour journey to the rural post, where we will spend the night.
On the third day, we will start with a country breakfast and then return in vehicles to an authentic Salta hotel, built in 1892 to relax and recover, with the possibility of a guided tour through the iconic vineyard along with a tasting.
Route Details
Dates/Season
- April to September
Price per person
$1540 USD
Includes
- • Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast
- • Accommodation
- • Beverages
- • Private guides in English
- • Riding equipment (saddles, saddlebags, blankets, ponchos)
Does Not Include
- - Flights
- - Medical coverage or insurance
- - National Park Entrance Fees
- - Alcoholic beverages
- - Gratuities
The Essence of the Journey
The constant change of landscape. Rarely with Cam have we experienced such diversity, colors and views in the same journey. The amplitude/extension of the spaces, the altitude, the land: it is like changing maps every stretch. Finding spaces where one feels in the middle of nowhere is a privilege today. Enjoying skies full of stars, a good meal and great company. Knowing and connecting with the local culture and customs is, for us, the heart of this itinerary.
”What you will experience
- Welcome at our family estate
- Authentic horseback expedition through hills and valleys of Argentina
- Remote and unexplored point (exotic even for locals)
- Picnic in nature
- Regional food: asado, wine, cheese and artisanal tasting
- Campfire under the stars
- Sighting of local fauna and flora
- Lodging in a 19th century colonial hotel and country posts
- Optional for history lovers: expert guide in the region
MUST BRING
Expect an arid climate, with abrupt temperature changes. During the day we are around 22ºC. At night temperatures can drop to 5ºC. Even during the summer, when the sun goes down it can be very cold.
Personal and basic medicines - remember that we will be in remote places away from civilization.
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Canteen or water bottle
- Thermal socks
- Swimsuit
- Bandana
- Sunscreen
- Poncho, wind/snow jacket, thermal coat
- Warm layers to keep you warm
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