Viltipoco Trails Hike

Tread the same trails that Viltipoco, a historic leader of the Humahuaca Indigenous people, once walked on our hike. You'll also discover the legacy of this iconic 16th-century figure.

Viltipoco Trails Hike

At 9 am, we'll set off from the Church of Purmamarca towards the paths that the Indigenous leader Viltipoco once traveled.

During the hike, we'll discuss the Calchaquí Wars, which took place in the mid-16th century. The Spaniards waged war against several indigenous peoples, including the Humauacas led by Viltipoco. This commander managed to hold out in Purmamarca's colourful mountains for 60 years after the fall of the Inca empire.

While learning about Viltipoco's story, we'll walk along a dry river bed and admire the scenery of Purmamarca, an area shaped by geological processes over four million years.

The route will continue in a narrow valley, which will allow us to learn about Andean cosmovision. We will observe endemic fauna and flora, distinguishing various plant species while discussing their historical uses as food and natural medicine.

Between 1 and 2 pm, we'll return to the starting point in Purmamarca.