Salta Desert Explorer 5D/4N

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Salta Desert Explorer 5D/4N

5 Days Starting and ending in Salta

Visiting: Salta, Purmamarca, Humahuaca

Tour operator:

Bamba Travel

Tour code:

50819

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 16

Physical rating:

Mildly Challenging

Age range:

18-90

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Please contact Bamba Travel with any specific dietary requirements

Tour operated in:

English

From:

$434

$414 Exclusive Members Discount: -$20

NB: Prices correct on 08-Jun-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Feel like a bird soaring through the sky on your Safari to the Clouds. Live a geologist's dream as you go from beautiful desert landscapes to the glaring white expanse of the Salt Flats. Walk through gorges with multi-colored stones that seem to light up at sunset and go back in time as you visit small desert villages.

Highlights

Marvel at amazing multi-colored & desert landscapes
Pass by small desert villages
Enjoy a free day in the peaceful colonial city of Salta
Marvel at amazing multi-colored and desert landscapes

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Day 1: Salta, Argentina

Location: Salta

Airport or Bus Station pickup in Salta You will be picked up at the airport or at the bus station in Salta and taken to your accommodation for the night.

Day 2: Salta - Purmamarca, Argentina

Location: Purmamarca

Salinas Tour and Purmamarca, and its Mountain of 7 Colours We will pick you up between 7:00 - 7:45 am. Somewhere around 4pm and 5pm we arrive at the Great Salt Flats at 3450 m above sea level. This desert has a surface of 212km2, and makes it an ideal place to play with perspectives through the lens of your camera. You will also find the “house of salt”, as well as different sculptures out of salta. Leaving the salt flats, on our way to Purmamarca, we take the Route 52 up the mountain to Lipan, which is located in the district of Tumbaya, Jujuy at 4170 m above sea level. As we work our way up, the landscape is getting more and more spectacular and arid. Climbing the highest point of our trip, we admire the most impressive things at this altitude, the zigzagging trail in Route 52. Once arrived at this open space, we find craftsmen working with rocks and stones from the area. After coming down the 1000 bends of Hill of Lipan, we get at around 6pm to Purmamarca, located next to iconic “Cerro de los 7 Colores” (Seven Colors Mountain). Purmamarca is one of the most important pieces of paradise at the beginning of the Quebrada de Humahuaca. It is a place to fall in love with because of its natural beauty, its architecture of precious houses and its narrow streets. In this village we make our last break, which allows you to buy handicrafts around the main plaza. Overnight in Purmamarca

Day 3: Huamahuaca - Salta, Argentina

Location: Humahuaca

Humahuaca Full Day Excursion Leave Purmamarca after breakfast, and head north to the province of Jujuy. The small towns of Maimará, Tilcara, Uquía and Humahuaca will open their ancient charm to your captivated eyes. Make a stop in Purmamarca to see the beautiful and famous Seven Color hill, in Tilcara, you will visit the Pucará (fortress) and the Archaeological Museum, while in Uquía you stop to admire the local church. But it’s in Humahuaca where you enjoy in the extremely peaceful atmosphere, the typical colonial architecture and the charming people. Let the history behind the walls and stones of these places take you on a ride to the Argentinian past! To finish your full day excursion arround these amazing places you will also visit San Salvador de Jujuy to get to know its monuments and intriguing legends. Finish your day and go back to Salta at 7:00 - 8:00 pm.

Day 4: Salta, Argentina

Location: Salta

Free day in Salta Enjoy a free day in Salta. You can walk around this beautiful colonial town and visit its interesting museums, including the well-known MAAM.

Day 5: Salta, Argentina

Location: Salta

Airport or Bus Station drop-off in Salta You will be picked up from your accommodation in Salta and dropped off at the airport or at the bus station.

What's Included

Accommodation

4 Nights accommodation in Salta hostels, 3 or 4 star hotels, depending on package
Transport

Salta Airport Pick-Up and Drop-Off
Meals

4 Breakfasts
Activities

Humahuaca Full Day Excursion
Guides

English speaking guide
Extras

Handy extras and accessories

What's Not Included

Travel insurance

Travel insurance is not included.
Other meals & drinks

Meals and drinks other than the provided breakfasts are not included.
National Park entry fees

Entry fees to national parks are not included.
Extra optional activities

Optional activities not listed in the itinerary are not included.
Tips for guides

Tips for guides are not included.
Towels (if staying in a hostel dorm room)

Towels are not provided if staying in a hostel dorm room.
Visa fee/reciprocity fee

Visa fees or reciprocity fees are not included.
Personal expenses

Personal expenses are not included.

Mode of Transport

Transportation includes Salta Airport pick-up and drop-off, ensuring a smooth start and end to your journey.

Accommodation

Enjoy 4 nights of accommodation in Salta hostels, 3 or 4 star hotels, depending on your package choice.

Check out our Q&As

What can I expect to see in Purmamarca?

In Purmamarca, you can expect to see the iconic 'Cerro de los 7 Colores' (Seven Colors Mountain) and explore the village's natural beauty, architecture, and handicrafts.
What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

The tour includes 4 nights of accommodation in Salta hostels, 3 or 4 star hotels, depending on your package choice.
What is the main activity on Day 3 of the tour?

On Day 3, the main activity is the Humahuaca Full Day Excursion, which includes visits to small towns like Maimará, Tilcara, Uquía, and Humahuaca, as well as stops at the Pucará (fortress) and the Archaeological Museum.
Is there any free time during the tour?

Yes, Day 4 is a free day in Salta where you can explore the colonial town and visit its museums.
What activities are included in the tour?

The tour includes a Humahuaca Full Day Excursion.

What is the highest altitude reached during the tour?

The highest altitude reached during the tour is 4170 meters above sea level at Lipan.
Are there any additional costs not included in the tour package?

Yes, additional costs not included in the tour package are travel insurance, other meals and drinks, national park entry fees, extra optional activities, tips for guides, towels (if staying in a hostel dorm room), visa fee
eciprocity fee, and personal expenses.
What languages are the guides fluent in?

The guides are English speaking.
Is airport transportation included in the tour?

Yes, the tour includes Salta Airport pick-up and drop-off.
Are meals included in the tour package?

The tour package does not specify included meals, so it is advisable to plan for your own meals.
Is there an age limit?

No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
Do I need travel insurance?

We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.

Reviews of this operator

Jonas Nesset(Norway)

The company is exceptional. When...

Dec 10 2019

The company is exceptional. When I had questions, I always got prompt and professional answers. The excursions that Bamba organized were fantastic! Thank you once again for everything!

Shane Alce(United Kingdom)

For true explorers....

Aug 12 2019

For true explorers.

Marian Reder(Germany)

To this day, this is...

Oct 2 2019

To this day, this is the best tour we've ever done together as a couple! The fun activities, great hotels and nice guides worth the money! We were always taken care of and they made sure that we had a good time. This tour is definitely worth taking.

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Jan 9 2020

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Jun 25 2019

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