Fiambalá “The Zen Corner of Catamarca”

Known and crowded for its thermal baths and the properties of its relaxing waters, Fiambalá has much more to offer to anyone who visits. This small town of Catamarca it’s fascinating not only because of its landscapes, but also for the warmth of its incomparable people. It’s a must-have of the semi-arid region of Argentina.

Yes or yes, this destination must be part of your travel itinerary. There is no one who regrets visiting him, especially since becoming home of Dakar Rally on 2009, at which point it acquired tourist renown.

Its location is magnificent. Fiambalá is 280 km from La Rioja and 320 km from San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca, so you have more than one option to access the place. However and as always: there is a faster route and it’s from La Rioja, whose path is not so intricate.

WHAT ACTIVITIES CAN BE DONE IN FIAMBALÁ?

Although the main attraction of the city are the Fiambalá Baths, there are many activities that can be done in this corner of Catamarca. However, first let’s talk about one of the main thermal complexes in the country.

The Fiambalá Baths are located just 12 km from the city and at the foot of the Andes Mountains. Surrounded by hills more than 1500 meters above sea level, it gives us landscapes of beautiful colors. The visit to this place can be half a day or full day. Just consult our travel advisors to coordinate the tour with round trip transport and everything you need.

Indeed, you can also include accommodation in the complex, where you will also have food service among other basic needs. There are 14 swimming pools built with stones of the mountain range –with temperatures ranging from 28°C to 51°C– because, for sure, you will have to spend more than one night on site.

Its waters are classified into: bicarbonated alkaline, sulfated, hyperthermal, weakly chlorinated and silicate. All of them are relaxing for the nervous system, detoxifying the body and sedatives. Not for nothing they are recommended to treat some medical problems such as arthritis, rheumatism, osteoarthritis, skin or nervous problems and many others.

That’s not all. There is also the excursion to the Dunes of Taton that offers you the option to glide through the sand or just walk along the sand and contemplate the landscape (in case you don’t like adrenaline so much). Whatever your case, you must visit it. It has the highest dune in the world, “Federico Kirbus”, with 1230 meters high. In this case, the full service includes transportation to Fiambalá and vehicle 4×4 to access the place.

If it’s history or culture, you can visit St. Peter’s Church. It’s one of the main stops of the famous Adobe Route that joins Fiambalá with Tinogasca. More than a catamaran church, it’s a National Historic Monument built, in its entirety, with adobe. 

Only the roof is made of other material, algarrobo. If you like the idea, we can organize your visit to the church with the 50 km of adobe route.

The same applies if you want to visit the Museum of Man with stone sculptures of Alamito culture; or the San Francisco International Pass, full of landscapes, volcanoes, lagoons and a fauna that stands out for its flames, guanacos and flamingos. Just contact our travel advisors to coordinate a single excursion or combine as many as you want, including the Seismiles Route. Get to know more about the top 10 excursions and tours in Catamarca .

WHAT IS THE BEST TIME TO TRAVEL?

The best months to enjoy Fiambalá are between January and April or from September to December. This city in the department of Tinogasca has 2 types of weather: arid and semi-arid, as rainfall is not common in the area. In fact, it’s estimated that it does not rain 315 days a year.

The average maximum temperature is 31°C but, as there is very little humidity, the environment is not usually heavy. The minimum is usually 7°C, which means that, Even in winter season, the weather is good to visit this place, with a bearable cold.

WHERE TO STAY IN FIAMBALÁ?

While there are not many hospitality options and, in general, the offer is simple; there are good accommodations in the city, as well as the alternative of staying in the Fiambalá Baths. Whichever you choose has the basic services needed for a comfortable and pleasant stay.

The key is to choose the place closest to the excursions you plan to take, having the opportunity to combine a city hotel with accommodation in the Baths. Just contact our travel advisors, it can be via Whatsapp or through our website Click on the link of your choice and leave everything in the hands of experts!

Explore Fiambalá, “The Zen Corner of Catamarca”!