Tafi Del Valle, City of The Calchaquíes Valleys!

Tafí del Valle is one of the most paradisiacal destinations in Tucumán. The green and brown of its mountains and paths contrasts perfectly with the blue of the sky; in the meantime, the sun is reflected in the dam of this place that, in addition, has dirt roads full of history. Exploring it will be an unforgettable memory for you.

It’s an inspirational place. In fact, you must have heard its name in the song Atahualpa Yupanqui, whose lyrics were motivated by the beauty of Tafí del Valle. Just imagine! It’s surrounded by the Cordillera de la Sierra del Aconquija and the Calchaquíes Summits, connecting the lands of The Pampeana Plain to the east and the Calchaquíes Valleys to the west.

Willing to be a part of this natural wonder? We’re telling you! It’s less than two hours from the capital city, San Miguel de Tucumán, and you can stay in the same city for several days of enjoyment. The hotels in the area have the necessary services and all the comforts, being a great option if you want to combine the Calchaquíes Valleys with nearby towns such as Amaicha del Valle or the Quilmes Ruins; both just one hour away.

In that case, you can contact our travel specialists. You will get all the advice and help you need from experts. If you wish so, we will schedule your travel itinerary. Packages adjusted to each traveler, including: rides, accommodation, transfers, food and even air tickets.

WHAT ACTIVITIES CAN BE DONE IN TAFÍ DEL VALLE?

Tafí del Valle has many activities to offer to its visitors. Among them stands out the famous Abra del Infiernillo; a mountain pass with about 3042 meters above sea level, the highest passable point in the entire province of Tucumán. Llamas and sheep, as well as Andean cats and tarucas are common. The views are spectacular and, thanks to the humid weather, the landscape is characterized by a green mattress that extends throughout the valley.

Another of the favorite activities of tourists is the Mirador del Cerro de la Cruz. The visit to the place involves a simple walk of approximately 30 minutes (we can make it slower if you wish), from the center of Tafí till you reach the top of the hill. There, the cross that gives the place its name awaits us. The sunset from the top it’s wonderful.

There is also the Mirador del Indio, on whose top you will find the monument to the Indian or El Chasqui, a structure of 6 meters on a base of about 10 meters. In addition, it gives us spectacular views of the area and the opportunity to buy local handicrafts: there are several stalls with products at the base of the viewpoint.

Do not miss visiting El Mollar, a town that is located a few kilometers from Tafí and very close to the hill of Uñorco. The city is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, the green of the hills is complemented by La Angostura, where you can do nautical and fishing activities. It is 800 hectares! And you can visit any time of the year, but the chances of doing activities in the water grow during summer.

Right there in El Mollar, a few kilometers from Tafí del Valle, is located El Parque Provincial Los Menhires. It’s an enclosure with cultural manifestations called Menhires, pieces of carved stones which were transported 2000 years ago by their inhabitants. As they spent a long time without shelter, hundreds of them were lost and others were partially destroyed. Today, the protection of the pieces is in charge of the Provincial Park.

WHERE TO STAY IF YOU GO TO THE CITY OF THE CALCHAQUÍ VALLEYS?

Tafí del Valle is located approximately one hour from San Miguel de Tucumán, so you can stay in the capital of the province, and go back to Tafí. The trip is not long at all. However, the City of the Calchaquíes Valleys also has accommodation options that you can consider if you are thinking of visiting several places in this region, such as Amaicha del Valle or the Ruins of Quilmes.

Anyway, as always, we advise you to talk with our travel specialists. They will guide you based on the places you want to visit and, if you want to, prepare your travel itinerary with everything you need to include: accommodation, excursions, transfers and much more! Get to know the benefits of booking travel packages with travel agencies. 

WHAT IS THE BEST TIME TO TRAVEL TO TAFÍ DEL VALLE?

Its location is the best of the best. After being in a valley, Tafí can be visited at any time of the year. Winter is quite dry and can reach temperatures of up to -1°C at night, but in the daytime you can have a pleasant climate of up to 20°C.

Summer, on the other hand, is the wettest season with the most rainfalls. However, the rainfall is short, allowing you to visit the place without any problem. The only thing to keep in mind is that the temperatures are quite high, the thermal sensation much more due to the humidity of the season!

As you can see, Tafí del Valle, “City of the Calchaquíes Valleys” has a lot to offer us, even in its surroundings. At Moebius Viajes we will be happy to help you organize your trip to this paradise destination of Tucumán, so do not hesitate to contact our specialists . Your expectations will be 100% covered!

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