Half-day Horseback riding from Tilcara to Maimara, Jujuy

Tilcara is a magical region surrounded by majestic mountains of different shapes and colors. This enchanting town lies within the mesmerizing valley of Quebrada de Humahuaca, a UNESCO World heritage site. And horseback riding is undoubtedly the best way to explore this fantastic place.

There are many reasons to come to this place. First, Tilcara is one of the oldest settlements in Argentina, that has been continuously inhabited, dating back more than 10,000 years. Also, it has an important cultural significance for the country. And the sceneries here are simply breathtaking!

So the itinerary I propose, follows some of the most iconic places of Tilcara and Maimara. We’ll depart from the Chicapa neighbourhood at around 2,450 meters. Thereupon, our journey begins, bordering the pre-incan ruins of Pucara. After that, we’ll follow the river bank of Huasamayo, into the old trail, which local people use to reach Punta Corral.

From there, we will border the Paleta del Pintor hill until we reach Pata Pampa. Once in Pata Pampa, we will make a stop to rest and appreciate all the beauty that will surround us, and the spectacular views of the Quebrada de Humahuaca, Tilcara and Maimara.

Later, we’ll descend towards the Bodega de Fernando Dupon, where we’ll visit the local vineyards and its bodega. This will take around 30 minutes, after which we’ll head back crossing the Rio Grande and the Chicapa farming fields. So it will be a unique opportunity to observe the cultivating process, with a dazzling scenery as its background.

If you want to join this marvellous trip, just send me a request. I would love to guide you across this paradise in Jujuy, Argentina.

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