
Talampaya National Park Trip
Discover the colossal sandstone mountains of the amazing Talampaya National Park, declared a World Heritage Site, with this trip from San Juan. Talampaya National Park Trip. Pick-up from your hotel in San Juan is at 7 am, proceeding north via...
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Discover the colossal sandstone mountains of the amazing Talampaya National Park, declared a World Heritage Site, with this trip from San Juan.
Talampaya National Park Trip
Pick-up from your hotel in San Juan is at 7 am, proceeding north via National Route 150, through the region of La Rioja to Talampaya National Park.
Upon arrival at this protected area, you will board an off-road truck for a tour through the National Park, including the Talampaya canyons.
During the truck tour, you will view the sandstone walls and learn about archaeological and paleontological remains found in the 20th century while traveling through the plains.
The route also includes sights of the geological formations such as the Friar, Wizard King, Cathedral, Chess Board, Needles, Manger, and Castle, shaped by years of wind and rain.
After three and a half hours at Talampaya, you will return by car or minibus, stopping at a nearby restaurant for one hour free to eat.
Return to your hotel in San Juan is scheduled for 9 pm.
Prices
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Transport by car or minibus
- English–speaking guide
Not included
- Lunch
- Entrance ticket to Talampaya National Park: 1000ARS for foreigners and free for children from 6 to 16 years old
- Tour of the park: 5100ARS per person
- Tour of Talampaya Canyon + Shimpa: 6800ARS per person
Tips
- Accessibility: Yes, you must attend with a carer