Valle de Calingasta Trip

Explore the beautiful landscapes of Valle de Calingasta with this fantastic trip from San Juan. You will discover one of Argentina’s most unique wilderness areas.

Valle de Calingasta Trip

At 7 am, we will pick you up from your hotel in San Juan and head to the first stop at the Cerro Villicum hill where the views will take your breath away.

We will continue the tour by passing through the town of Talacasto and the famous Quebrada de las Burras gorge. After this stunning geographical feature, we will arrive at the beautiful Calingasta Valley, where the picturesque town of Barreal is located. You will have one hour free to have lunch (not included).

After lunch, we will travel from Barreal to the nearby El Leoncito National Park. This Andean natural space in the Valley of Calingasta is known for its impressive landscapes. During the tour through the park, we will explain some fascinating facts about the native fauna, including the suri cordillerano and the guanaco.

We will visit the Astronomical Observatory of El Leoncito, where we will learn how celestial bodies are studied. The clear skies in this area are ideal for astronomical research. Lastly, we will stop at Cerro Alcázar hill to enjoy the panoramic views at the summit.

Finally, we will return to your hotel in San Juan by 6 pm.