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What to do and see in Cafayate, Northern Argentina: The Best Things to do Good for Adrenaline Seekers
Cafayate (Spanish pronunciation: [kafaˈʒate]) is a town located at the central zone of the Valles Calchaquíes in the province of Salta, Argentina. It sits 1,683 metres (5,522 ft) above mean sea level, at a distance of 189 kilometres (117 mi) from Salta City and 1,329 kilometres (826 mi) from Buenos Aires. It has about 12,000 inhabitants (2001 census [INDEC]).
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1. Quebrada del Rio de las Conchas
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2,774 reviews
Reviewed By Hochopepa - Melbourne, Australia
Very worth visiting. There are multiple view points over 50+ km, however only really 3 major sights that involve a bit of a walk: garganta del diablo, el anfiteatro and los castillos. Garganta and the anfiteatro are within one km of each other, so it's easy to walk between the two. You probably only need about 1 hour to see both sites. To get here without a tour bus, take the flecha bus from Cafayate bus terminal. It stops at Garganta. Cost is 112 pesos. The bus leaves at 08.30, 10.30 and 14.00. Takes about 50 or so minutes. Beautiful scenery along the way! After you've seen Garganta, you can walk to the anfiteatro and have a look around. There is a bus stop right outside on the opposite side of the street where you can catch a bus back to Cafayate. Price is the same. Pay the driver when you get on. The bus comes at 13.25 and 15.55. other options invite hitch hiking! You don't get to see Los Castillos properly doing this, but you do get a glimpse on the bus. If you do want to take a tour, the are a few companies in Cafayate (e.g. ipuna) which will bring you here for about 850 pesos. The tour is at 2.30 p.m. and lasts for about 4-5 hrs. Can't tell you about the quality, but the Google reviews are not encouraging!!
2. Cascadas del Rio Colorado
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4.5 based on 431 reviews
Reviewed By MichaelK916 - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Beautiful red rocked landscape amidst dry dessert greenery with steep slippery stone walkways and moments of danger with hidden crevices to climb mean you should get a guide. Each waterfall will set you back about 40 pesos per person so it’s worth it. Bring sturdy shoes and plan to get wet. See pristine water you can drink and enjoy wading in pools of fresh rainfall. We only did the first waterfall which took about 30 minutes to reach. Bring water!
3. La Garganta del Diablo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,184 reviews
Reviewed By 763PabloS - Miami, United States
Not just the Garganta del Diablo but the entire route to Cafayate is something out of this world. There are many spots along the way that you should stop and enjoy the views and the amazing natural formations.
4. El Anfiteatro
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4.5 based on 878 reviews
Reviewed By nicoc863 - South Denmark, Denmark
El Anfinteatro is a place everyone visits when passing. And there is a reason for that. Do it in the late afternoon, so the sun enters inside. Great atmosphere with a life musician!
5. Las Ventanas
6. Los Castillos
7. Las Tres Cruces
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 120 reviews
Reviewed By NGPAT - Inverness, United Kingdom
You will stop a lot driving the route 68 through this valley. This is one of the best places to take time out. Make time to walk up the short hill (2 minutes) from the car park area to get the full view available of mountains, river bed, and winding road.
