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SOCOMPA PUNA ADVENTURE TRAVEL

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Salta
SOCOMPA PUNA ADVENTURE TRAVEL

Socompa es la empresa de viajes de referencia de la Puna y en el Noroeste Argentino para viajes en privado en 4x4 con alguno de los mejores guías de la región.
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Somos una empresa de turismo de aventura que brinda un servicio boutique, artesanal y personalizado “premium”, pero no luxury. Contamos con 20 años de experiencia. Pensamos, diseñamos, organizamos y gestionamos viajes memorables de alta complejidad en un rincón de Argentina (Norte Argentino - Puna) que lleva a desafiar los Andes y su clima y a explorar algunos de los lugares menos visitados, remot

os y más emocionantes del Planeta Tierra. Buscamos constantemente lo extraordinario en cada viaje que creamos, logrando experiencias transformadoras, transmitiendo una auténtica pasión por el mundo andino, la preservación de su naturaleza intacta y el poder de conexiones humanas genuinas para un futuro sostenible.

19/09/2024

⭐️𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗮'𝘀 𝗥𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗻 𝗮 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿
‼️Our City Tours are personalized.

We embark on a fascinating journey through the heart of with our Walking City Tour, where history comes alive with every step. Our knowledgeable guide will meet adventurers at the designated time to kickstart this immersive experience.

🌟Highlight of the Tour:

⭐️MAAM
Museo Arqueológico de Alta Montaña | MAAM (Museum of High Altitude Archaeology)
📍Historic centre of the city of Salta, opposite the main square.

The Museum is a unique space in the world, preserving and exhibiting one of the most remarkable archaeological discoveries in history: the Children of Llullaillaco. These three Inca children, perfectly preserved for over 500 years at the summit of the Llullaillaco volcano, offer valuable insights into the ancient ceremonial practices of the Inca Empire.

The museum provides a fascinating experience for understanding the cultural and archaeological richness of the region, revealing the deep connection between the Andes and their ancestral peoples.

Since its inauguration in 2004, the museum’s primary mission has been to create a space for the preservation, research, and dissemination of the cultural contexts of the pre-Hispanic world, of great historical significance.

👉🏼La Doncella, el Niño and la Niña del Rayo.

⛰️The world's second-highest active volcano (6.739 m.) preserved them intact for five centuries.

No one could have ever imagined that nearly 2 meters deep on its summit lay buried the three best-preserved ancient human bodies ever found in the world.

The Llullaillaco Frozen Children died 500 years ago in an Inca ritual sacrifice and were found in 1999 during a scientific expedition to the Llullaillaco mountain. They were in an exceptional state of preservation due to the climatic conditions in the area where they were discovered.

Since 2007, they have been preserved and exhibited at the MAAM, one at a time, within special capsules that keep their bodies frozen under conditions of temperature, pressure, and humidity similar to those of the site where they were preserved for 500 years.

13/09/2024

𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀
⭐️MILAGRO SALTEÑO
📍

👉🏼On Sunday, 15th September, the culmination of the festivities in honour of the Lord and Virgin of the Miracle, the patron saints of Salta, will take place.

A large procession will gather hundreds of thousands of pilgrims and devotees, not only from Salta but also from different parts of the country and even the world, who come to renew their pact of faith and devotion.

Over 800,000 people are expected to participate in this moving act of faith, which touches the entire province year after year.

It is the most important religious festivity in Salta and one of the most popular manifestations of the Catholic faith in Argentina. It has been held since 1692.

Thousands of pilgrims from various parts of the province travel for days, covering long distances and enduring cold, heat, and rain; nothing stands in their way of visiting the Patron Saints.

It is very emotional to see…so much devotion ♥️

An increidible celebration to live and experience!

12/09/2024

🌄 Today we discovered the differences between the llama, guanaco, and alpaca, majestic inhabitants of the

These differences in size, fur, and behavior make each of these species unique and play an important role in the Andean ecosystem and the lives of local communities.

Llamas, guanacos, alpacas, and vicuñas are four species of South American camelids that inhabit the North of Argentina, but each has distinctive characteristics that make them unique ♥️

👉🏼By size: llama, guanaco, alpaca, and vicuña (largest to smallest).

🦙🏞️ The llama is the largest and strongest of the four, known for its long neck and thick woolly coat. They are valued for their resilience and adaptability in the heights of the Andes (ph 2 and 3)

🦙The guanaco is the smaller version of the llama and shares characteristics such as the thick outer coat of fur and a finer one underneath. They are elegant and agile, distinguished by their light brown coat and long neck. (Ph 4, 5 and 6)

Alpacas and vicuñas are more similar.

🦙Alpacas, with their fine and soft wool, are docile creatures known for their friendly nature and importance in the local textile industry. (Ph 7 and 8)

🦙The vicuña is the most delicate and elegant, with super soft and fine wool highly valued in the textile industry. It is the most sought-after fabric fiber in the world. (Ph 9, 10, 11 and 12)

Part of our is discovering the natural diversity of the

11/09/2024

👉🏼FEATURED ADVENTURE ACTIVITY
🚶‍♀️ Labyrinth Desert and Seven Curves

Day dedicated to hiking in the heart of the Labyrinth Desert.

Driving along Road 27, we’ll arrive at the starting point of the hike.

Venturing into the heart of this vast desert – the only sedimentation deposit in this volcanic region – we’ll explore the Cathedral Formation and reach the Seven Curves Viewpoint

✔️ DIFFICULTY LEVEL: easy (altitude)
〽️ ALTITUDE: 3.800 m.
🕐 DURATION: 4 hs. Full-day excursion.
➡️ DISTANCE: 8 km.
↗️ SOLPE: +/-150 mts.
✔️ TERRAIN DETAILS: clay and sand track – flat with a short up and down parts.

𝘛𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘴𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘈𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘢𝘯 𝘌𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘴

06/09/2024

The important thing is to have fun 🙃

03/09/2024

Featured activity 🍷
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𝗣𝗔𝗨𝗦𝗔, 𝗘𝗟 𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗥
📍Cafayate,

Our commitment to providing unparalleled experiences drives us to continue exploring and discovering new adventures in Northern Argentina.

For us, it is essential to keep travelling, experiencing, and reconnecting with our land. On this occasion, in the Calchaquí Valleys.

During our visit to , we had the opportunity to discover the new restaurant at Bodegas El Porvenir, a winery we always love to visit and share with our guests.

👉🏼The place is charming and welcoming, perfect for taking a break and enjoying the surroundings. Located just 200 metres from Cafayate's main square, in the heart of the Finca El Retiro vineyard of El Porvenir, this restaurant blends the essence of farm-to-table cuisine with a passion for open-fire cooking.

👉🏼The restaurant offers five distinct areas where guests can enjoy their meals. The dining room, a warm space that makes you feel at home; the gallery, perfect for enjoying the fresh air; and the olive grove, a serene spot surrounded by nature. The fire area provides a 360° panoramic view of the stunning landscape, ideal for admiring sunrises, sunsets, or simply relaxing by the flames. Lastly, the Cava, with its table surrounded by wine bottles and a window framing the mountains, offers an intimate and exclusive experience.

🍷All of this is complemented by an exceptional selection of their wines, ranging from modern classics to innovative styles, making each visit an unforgettable experience.

28/08/2024

3️⃣ LAGOONS
💫BALCÓN DE PISSIS

👉🏼LOS SEISMILES

The immensity of the Cordillera de los Andes and its three lagoons.

Led by Mount Pissis and Ojo del Salado, the highest volcanoes in the world, these 19 peaks rise above 6,000 metres above sea level and present significant challenges for mountaineers from around the world.

👉🏼3 LAGOONS

There are three lagoons visible from the Balcón de Pissis, each attracting different forms of life and reflecting the surrounding mountains: Laguna Azul, Laguna Verde (known locally as Esmeralda), and Laguna Negra.

✔️Laguna Azul.
✔️Laguna Verde (known by the locals as Esmeralda)
✔️Laguna Negra.

⭐️EXTRA - Laguna Los Aparejos

Before reaching the Balcón de Pissis, we come across a first lagoon called "Los Aparejos," and it is truly spectacular. It is a nesting site for the Parina Grande (Andean pink flamingo).

What do you think? Adventure awaits!

27/08/2024

RUTA DE LOS SEISMILES

📌In the west of Catamarca lies one of the highest regions of the Andes mountain range, home to a concentration of volcanoes exceeding 6,000 metres in height. Stretching nearly 200 kilometres, this route winds through colourful peaks, valleys, lagoons, and Andean salt flats, making it one of the most astonishing landscapes.

👉🏼Access is through the RN 60 (paved), connecting Fiambalá with the San Francisco border crossing.

🛻The RN 60 winds its way through the heights of the Andean desert, zigzagging amidst nearly 20 summits surpassing 6,000 meters.It’s an irresistible destination for mountaineers from around the world, as well as for trekking and 4x4 adventure enthusiasts.

❗️This route is accessible year-round, though it is recommended between October and April.

💫It's a chain of extraordinary contrasts: volcanoes and plains, green valleys and reddish ravines, salt flats and tundras, deserts, hot springs, and turquoise lagoons—unique landscapes inhabited by vicuñas, guanacos, and pink flamingos.

🏔 Among the volcanoes visible from the route are:

- Pissis, at 6,882 m, which is one of the world's highest inactive volcanoes and the fourth-highest peak in the Americas.
- In the background, Ojo del Salado stands at 6,893 meters, making it the highest active volcano on the planet and the second-highest mountain in the Americas.

Expanding the view reveals other notable peaks such as Walter Peck, Cerro Tres Cruces, Nacimientos, San Francisco, and Incahuasi, where Incan ruins were discovered.

🏞In the midst of the volcano chain, the imposing Blue, Green, and Black Lagoons come into view.

📸The journey can be completed in a day, with several stops to take in breathtaking panoramic views of the mountain range.

✔️For those with more experience, venturing on an expedition to reach the summit of one of the Seismiles is a possibility.
✔️The region is geologically significant, featuring volcanic formations and unique characteristics that attract geologists and geology enthusiasts
✔️The unique landscapes and changing light conditions provide exceptional opportunities for scenic photography.

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23/08/2024

𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲 - 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 - Travelers -

The of exploring the Fumarolas del Volcán Galán,

🚶‍♀️📸 @oscarandresfilippi

21/08/2024

Did you know?
👉🏼VOLCÁN GALÁN

Embarking on the incredible of exploring the Galán Volcano, boasting the largest crater on the planet, is an experience like no other. The trails leading to the crater of Galán Volcano in Catamarca unveil a little-known secret waiting to be discovered.

👉🏼𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗮𝗹á𝗻 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗼 𝗰𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗲𝘁.

✔️Its mouth measures 34 km from north to south and 24 km from east to west.

✔️Its walls reach 24 metres in height.

✔️The central peak rises to 5,912 metres.

✔️The crater floor is at 4,200 metres, where the Diamante Lagoon is located.

⭐️Diamante is a saltwater lagoon of deep turquoise blue that, being protected from the winds by the crater walls, serves as a refuge for flamingos and ducks.

𝙄𝙩 𝙞𝙨 𝙖𝙣 𝙞𝙣𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙙𝙞𝙗𝙡𝙮 𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙦𝙪𝙚 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙘𝙚, 𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙖𝙧𝙠𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙞𝙩𝙨 𝙗𝙚𝙖𝙪𝙩𝙮.

⭐️We also find fumaroles, an active fault of the volcano through which water circulates, reaching temperatures of 85°C.

⭐️At the top of the volcano, there are three stone cairns, where statuettes made of silver and spondylus shells were found, providing evidence of the Inca presence in Argentina.

👉🏼We explore the Galán Volcano through various experiences.

16/08/2024

Live Unforgettable
👨‍👩‍👦‍👦TRAVEL WITH FAMILY

𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲 - 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 - Travelers.

⭐️FAMILY MEMORIES.
Discovering new places is a unique experience to share with the family. Incredible locations in Northern Argentina await, perfect for creating lasting family memories.

⭐️MOMENTS.
Travel will be arranged exclusively in private, ensuring family intimacy throughout the entire journey. Picture moments of shared laughter, connection, and amazement at each place visited.

⭐️DIGITAL DISCONNECTION.
In the most remote locations, digital disconnection means a deeper connection with family and genuine interaction with the landscape.

⭐️EXPLORATION AND CREATIVITY.
It's an experience that not only educates about the location and its features but also broadens children's perspectives on the world, stimulates their learning, fosters social and exploration skills, and enhances their creativity and adaptability.

⭐️SPECIAL ATMOSPHERE.
Our guides are experts in keeping the family group engaged, even encouraging children during excursions with outdoor activities, creating a special atmosphere of harmony and joy.

⭐️TAILORED ADVENTURES.
All family members will enjoy, from the adults to the little ones. Each family is unique, and we understand that. That's why our trips are tailored to the preferences and needs of each family group.

⭐️HAPPY MEMORIES.
"The greatest legacy we can leave our children is happy memories." Og Mandino.

13/08/2024

BIRDWATCHING ADVENTURE
📍North of Argentina 👉 Yungas

✔️SPECIES DIVERSITY:

The northern region of harbors an incredible variety of birds, many of which are endemic or challenging to find in other parts of the world.

📌Even the province of has topped the ranking of birdwatching in Argentina.

✔️DIVERSE RANGE OF HABITATS:

The boasts a variety of habitats that are ideal for different types of birds. From the Yungas in the lowlands to the high plateaus of the Andes, each area offers a unique set of species adapted to its specific environment.

✔️MIGRATION ROUTES:

During seasonal migrations, many birds traverse northern Argentina in search of warmer climates. This creates exceptional opportunities to observe migratory species on their journey.

✔️BREATHTAKING NATURAL SETTINGS:

In addition to , you can relish the spectacular natural landscapes of northern Argentina. From jungles to mountains and salt flats, each location offers a breathtaking backdrop while observing birds.

📍YUNGAS FOREST & BIRDWATCHING

Nestled in the verdant embrace of northwestern Argentina, the Yungas Forest is a haven for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers alike. This lush, subtropical forest is teeming with diverse flora and fauna, making it an ideal destination for those seeking to connect with nature on a deeper level.

✔️Biodiversity Hotspot

The Yungas Forest is home to an astonishing array of plant and animal species, many of which are endemic to the region. From vibrant orchids to elusive jaguars, the forest is a living testament to nature's resilience and diversity.

✔️Birdwatching Paradise

With over 500 species of birds, including the Andean condor, the red-tailed comet, and the Tucuman Amazon, the Yungas Forest offers birdwatchers an unparalleled experience. The lush canopy and rich undergrowth provide perfect habitats for these avian wonders.

🚶‍♀️Our expert guides are passionate about NW Argentina, its nature and culture. They will lead you through hidden trails, offering insights into the forest's unique ecosystem and ensuring you don't miss any of its splendors.

08/08/2024

👉🏼PICNIC TIME
An important part of the

⭐️As we always say, details are important throughout the entire journey—from the design, preparation, and logistics, to the moment everything comes to life at the destination.

🍽 ⛰️ 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗮 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗽𝗶𝗰𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗲𝘀?

It's all part of the experience. Our guides take great care in providing this service, dedicating much effort and preparation to ensure everything is just right.

‼️Passenger dietary restrictions are always taken into account. The information we request in advance is key to organising and personalising the entire experience.

07/08/2024

𝗪𝗛𝗬 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗩𝗘𝗟 𝗧𝗢 𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗡 𝗔𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗔 𝗜𝗡 𝗦𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚?

Living the of exploring the
during the spring.

✔️Favourable Weather.

The good weather in spring is ideal. The chill of winter fading, and sunny days complemented by cool nights.

✔️Accessible Mountains.

Spring offers favourable conditions for visiting high mountains, with less chance of snow and ice, making it easier to access the stunning mountainous landscapes.

✔️Nature in Full Bloom.

With the increase in meltwater, the small oases and vegas of the Puna begin to green, attracting a greater diversity of fauna and offering a vibrant natural spectacle.

✔️Spectacular Night Skies.

The lack of light pollution in the Puna allows for impressive night skies, with stars shining brightly, creating an unforgettable experience.

✔️Contrasts and Colours.

The spring sunlight illuminates the hills in a unique way, highlighting the vibrant textures and colours of the mountains, offering extraordinary panoramic views.

✔️Expert Guides.

Our guides are prepared to accompany travellers, interpreting nature and its seasonal changes, enriching the experience with their knowledge and passion for the region.

02/08/2024

𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲 - 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 - Travelers -

The of discovering Carachi Pampa.

01/08/2024

⭐️August 1st | Pachamama Day

🌎 PACHA = EARTH / TIERRA

It is an ancestral tradition, heritage of the native communities. We thank and bless the fruits that Mother Earth offers us.

On August 1st, Pachamama is celebrated in northern Argentina, an ancestral tradition honouring Mother Earth. On this day, communities make offerings of food, drinks, and coca leaves, expressing gratitude and asking for abundance and protection. It is a moment of deep spiritual connection and respect for nature, keeping alive a custom that celebrates the generosity of Pachamama.

👉🏼CORPACHADA

It is a ceremony in which we try to give back or return to the earth all that we have received from her, showing our gratitude and asking that the coming harvests also be abundant and prosperous.

The offering is a symbolic way in which humans return to Pachamama what they have taken from her, in order to reestablish reciprocity between human beings and nature.

In a broader sense, it is honoring our sacred relationship with that wholeness of life and energy…it is remembering that we are part of it.

"𝘝𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘰 𝘥𝘦 𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘰 𝘥𝘦𝘭 𝘩𝘰𝘮𝘣𝘳𝘦 𝘥𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘪𝘥𝘰, 𝘣𝘢𝘫𝘰 𝘭𝘢 𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘳𝘳𝘢 𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘥𝘰𝘴𝘢 𝘺 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘭. 𝘙𝘢𝘮𝘢 𝘥𝘦 𝘴𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘳𝘦 𝘧𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘻𝘤𝘰 𝘦𝘯 𝘦𝘭 𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘰 𝘺 𝘦𝘭 𝘢𝘮𝘰𝘳 𝘣á𝘳𝘣𝘢𝘳𝘰 𝘥𝘦𝘭 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘷𝘢𝘭."

"𝘠𝘰 𝘴𝘰𝘺 𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘦𝘯 𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘢 𝘭𝘢𝘴 𝘶𝘷𝘢𝘴 𝘺 𝘭𝘢𝘴 𝘷𝘶𝘦𝘭𝘷𝘦 𝘢 𝘥𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘳. 𝘈𝘭 𝘱𝘢𝘭𝘰 𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘥𝘦 𝘭𝘰 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘰 𝘺 𝘢𝘭 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘰 𝘭𝘰 𝘩𝘢𝘨𝘰 𝘣𝘳𝘰𝘵𝘢𝘳."

Jaime Dávalos
Vidala del Nombrador

Ph: 1, 3 y 4 .delval

31/07/2024

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NATURAL TREASURES 👉🏼Los flamencos altoandinos 🦩

👉🏼In the inhospitable heights of the altiplano, there are lagoons with scant aquatic vegetation and devoid of fish but populated by flamingos, especially in summer. 👉🏼 Like Laguna Carachi Pampa.

Why are they there?

👉🏼Flamingos are a group of birds associated with shallow saline aquatic environments, in some cases found up to about 5000 meters above sea level.

🦩In the world, there are six species of flamingos, three of which are found in

🦩Those that mainly inhabit the Andes, in the northern Chilean altiplano, southern Peru, western Bolivia, and northwestern , are the Andean flamingo or "parina grandes," and the Puna flamingo or "parina chica."

👉🏼High Andean flamingos are not considered migratory birds, but they often move unpredictably from one lagoon to another in search of food and breeding sites.

👉🏼In the Puna this is determined by the harsh conditions of winter. At over 4000 meters, many lagoons freeze, and the birds migrate to areas where this does not happen. During the warm months, they disperse throughout the altiplano and descend to lagoons located up to 2500 m.a.s.l.

👉🏼The high Andean flamingo spends the summer season in extreme environments, where it finds food that is inaccessible to other organisms. It has a beak that allows it to feed on the microorganisms that live in these lagoons.

👉🏼The high salinity levels in these lagoons determines that only organisms capable of tolerating such conditions can thrive within them. Among these are plankton, a diverse community of small aquatic organisms, mostly microscopic, which live suspended within the water column.

⭐️This is the food source for flamingos.

‼️High Andean environments are extremely fragile and are currently subject to a series of environmental risks, mainly caused by mining and unregulated tourism.
In addition, Flamingos, in particular, are threatened by egg theft for commercialization.

🙏🏼LET'S BE RESPECTFUL.
🌟LET'S BE RESPONSIBLE TRAVELERS.

30/07/2024

Perspectives... in pink

👉🏼EXPLORING CARACHI PAMPA
📌Laguna Carachi Pampa

It is not easy to describe the beauty of a melting pot of colours in the solitude and tranquillity of the

In the immensity of the Puna of , on a plateau that always exceeds 3,000 metres above sea level, there are vestiges of other geological times, when the field was guarded by an active volcano.

At present, absolute calm rules and only a few witnesses of that hectic past remain: a volcanic cone with its lava flow, a salt flat, and a lagoon, all of them called Carachi Pampa.

The purest and most particular tones are represented in the Puna catamarqueña.

There is a great contrast between the hills and reddish water mirrors, the white sand dunes, and the disintegrated black lava surface.

Pink flamingos pose in waters of different colours, where the mountains are reflected as a spontaneous mirror.

The landscape is composed of a wide plateau with volcanoes to the north, mountains to the east, dunes to the southeast, the Campo de Piedra Pómez to the south, and the Sierra de los Colorados to the west.

26/07/2024

𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲 - 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 - Travelers.

The of exploring the Valles Calchaquíes

📸 🚶‍♀️🚶🏽‍♂️

25/07/2024

④ SMALL CHARMING TOWNS IN THE

📌San Carlos
👉🏼It is located on Route 40 and is one of the oldest cities in the region. It was founded five times during the Calchaquí Wars.

👉🏼It boasts wineries and vineyards, local artisans, walks among pre-Columbian ruins, and landscapes with incredible views.

📌Molinos
👉🏼Is one of the pre-Hispanic places that hold, in its silence and its mountains, part of the history of our country. It is connected to the origins of the Spanish conquest and colonisation in Argentine territory.

👉🏼It was part of the Inca Trail, witnessing the meeting of races, peoples, roots, and cultures. Today, its little streets, illuminated by lanterns, quietly preserve part of that history.

👉🏼The church, San Pedro de Nolasco, is considered a National Historical Monument. The remains of the last Spanish governor of the Salta del Tucumán administration before the revolution are buried there.

🍷In Molinos, we can find the highest vineyards in the country, such as Colomé or Tacuil.

📌Seclantás
👉🏼Visiting Seclantás gives us the opportunity to immerse ourselves in the authenticity of the local culture, enjoy impressive natural landscapes, explore traditional art and experience rural life.

It’s a small town with a special charm, pristine houses, cobbled streets, the warmth of its people, and a silence that wraps around you like the embrace of a poncho.

👉🏼This town is known for preserving its traditions and local culture. Artisans from Seclantás have garnered national acclaim, being acknowledged with prestigious awards and hailed as "Master Craftsmen." A poncho originating from Seclantás is genuinely one-of-a-kind.

📌Cachi
It is a charming little town, an 18th-century colonial-style settlement with cobbled streets and houses with stone bases and adobe walls lined with lime and sand.

👉🏼Its architecture and historical details transport us back in time, allowing us to appreciate the region's colonial heritage.

👉🏼Is surrounded by impressive natural landscapes. The Nevado de Cachi stands as a faithful guardian. Mountains, valleys, rivers, and the cardón.

🍷We can also venture to try excellent high altitude wines.

23/07/2024

⭐️THE ADVENTURE OF EXPLORING...
🌵LOS CARDONES NATIONAL PARK
📍Valles Calchaquíes,

👉🏼It is a natural sanctuary that protects a vast expanse of arid and mountainous landscapes, dominated by the imposing presence of cardones or pasacanas, a species of giant cactus.

👉🏼It is the site with the greatest diversity of cactus in the country and one of the largest and highest cactus forests in the world. As we travel through the park, we can see thousands upon thousands of cardones on either side of the road.

👉🏼These cardones, which can reach up to 15 metres in height and live for more than 300 years, are emblems of the region and play a crucial role in the park's ecosystem.

👉🏼In addition to the significant and emblematic concentrations of cardón or pasacana, there are endemisms that develop exclusively in this park.

👉🏼This plant holds special importance for various cultures that have inhabited and continue to inhabit the region.

🌵DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CACTUS AND CARDÓN

Although the terms "cardones" and "cactus" are often used interchangeably, cardones are a specific species of cactus distinguished by their colossal size and branched structure.

⭐️DISCOVERING

Various treks can be undertaken through different trails. For example, those that traverse the Enchanted Valley, the Serranía del Candado, or those that reach the Torreón de la Cuesta or the Trasatlántico.

👉🏼In this area, we will find traces of the ancient Inca Trail.

♻️KNOW AND APPRECIATE

👉🏼Enjoying the National Parks also encourages us to consider the footprint we leave behind. Therefore, it is very important to collaborate by respecting the guidelines and acting responsibly, so that the wonderful legacy of nature can be known and appreciated by current and future generations.

Exploring our natural treasures

22/07/2024

𝗟𝗔 𝗣𝗨𝗡𝗔 𝗔𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗔 EN NÚMEROS

NORTH OF ARGENTINA IN NUMBERS

📌 𝟯.𝟴𝟬𝟬 aprox 👉🏽Average altitude 👉🏽PUNA ARGENTINA

📌 𝟮𝗻𝗱 👉🏽Plateau of the earth 👉🏽PUNA ARGENTINA

📌 Peaks over 👉🏽 𝟲𝟬𝟬𝟬 meters above sea level.

📌 𝟮𝟬𝟬 meters high 👉🏽 Cono de Arita, Salta.

📌 𝟮𝗻𝗱 largest salt flat in the world 👉🏽 Salar de Arizaro, Salta.

📌 𝟲.𝟳𝟯𝟵 highest sacred archeological site in the world 👉🏼Volcán de Llullaillaco, Salta.

📌 𝟯𝗿𝗱 largest salt flat in Southamerica 👉🏽Salinas Grandes, Salta and Jujuy.

📌 𝟭𝟲𝟯 km longest salt flat in the world 👉🏼Salar de Antofalla, Catamarca.

📌 𝟲.𝟴𝟵𝟭 highest volcano in the world 👉🏼 Ojos del Salado, Catamarca.

📌𝟳👉🏽 Quebrada de Humahuaca 👉🏽It is one of the 𝟳 Natural Wonders of the World.

📌𝟭𝟰👉🏽 Hornocal, Jujuy 👉🏽Hornocal is called the Hill of 14 Colours and is situated at 𝟰𝟴𝟬𝟬 metres above sea level.

📌𝟯.𝟭𝟭𝟭 meters 👉🏽The highest vineyard in Salta, one of the highest in Argentina and the World 👉🏼Altura Máxima, Colomé, Salta.

📌𝟭𝟴 km 👉🏽Recta del Tin Tin, Salta 👉🏽A completely straight stretch at almost 3,000 metres above sea level.

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19/07/2024

𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲 - 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 - Travelers - Groups of

When the becomes a shared experience.

📸 🚶‍♀️🚶🏽‍♂️ Javier y Federico.

18/07/2024

⭐️FEATURED NOA & PUNA EXPERIENCE

𝙁𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙖𝙘𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙤𝙙𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 | Alojamiento destacado.

👉🏼It is the meeting point for the people of the Puna and visitors from Argentina and all over the world.

📌El Peñón, - 3,400 meters above sea level. is a refuge of comfort in the vast, desolate, and incredibly beautiful

👉🏼It is the perfect base to explore natural wonders such as Laguna Grande, the immense White Dunes, the impressive expanse of the Campo de Piedra Pómez Nature Reserve, or the Antofalla Oasis. The hotel is also an excellent starting point for expeditions to the Galán Volcano, the Peinado Volcano, and beyond.

👉🏼The hotel features 8 spacious rooms with private bathrooms, decorated in a warm and simple style to maintain the desert atmosphere of the Puna.

👉🏼 offers restaurant services, Wi-Fi Internet connection (Satellite) and heating provided by stoves (wood) and electric heaters

Dirección

Los Nogales 63
Salta
4400

Horario de Apertura

Lunes	09:00 - 17:00
Martes	09:00 - 17:00
Miércoles	09:00 - 17:00
Jueves	09:00 - 17:00
Viernes	09:00 - 17:00

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+543874315974

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🚶‍♀️PERSONALIZED WALKING CITY TOURS 👉🏼Remaining fully committed to delivering the highest level of service, our guides and commercial team conducted a regular review of the Walking City Tour circuit in Salta. ⭐️𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗮'𝘀 𝗥𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗻 𝗮 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿 ‼️Our City Tours are personalized. We embark on a fascinating journey through the heart of #salta with our Walking City Tour, where history comes alive with every step. Our knowledgeable guide will meet adventurers at the designated time to kickstart this immersive experience. 🌟Highlights of the Tour: 📍Historical Buildings of Salta: the exploration begin by delving into the architectural treasures that narrate Salta's rich past. 📍San Bernardo Convent: A serene encounter with the San Bernardo Convent awaits, providing insights into the city's cultural and religious heritage. 📍San Francisco Church and Main Square: we admire in the grandeur of the San Francisco Church before strolling through the vibrant main square, absorbing the lively atmosphere. 📍MAAM (Museum of High Altitude Archaeology): we uncover the mysteries of the High Altitude Sanctuaries of the Andes and the intriguing Inca footprint in Salta. We delve into the National Geographic discovery of an Inca Sanctuary atop the Llullaillaco Volcano at 22,000 feet, offering a unique perspective on the pre-Columbian history of #southamerica 📍Authentic Markets and Shops: we immerse yourself in the local culture by exploring some of the most authentic markets and shops in town, where you can discover unique treasures. And much more.. #socompatravel #visitsalta #adventure #argentina

ＣＯＮＴＥＭＰＬＡＴＥ… ⭐️ The #adventure of discovering the 7 CURVAS in Tolar Grande, #salta #puna #socompatravel #traveladventure #southamerica #travel

𝗔𝗦𝗔𝗗𝗢 𝗕𝗬 𝗥𝗔Ú𝗟 𝗝𝗔𝗥𝗠𝗔 📍Amaicha del Valle, Tucumán (Valles Calchaquíes tucumanos) A barbecue at Raúl Jarma's before venturing into the #puna is essential 😉 #socompatravel #adventure . #travel #adventuretravel #visitargentina #southamerica

Son much magic... #adventure #socompatravel

FUMAROLAS DEL VOLCÁN GALÁN Volcán Galán #adventure #catamarca They are an impressive testament to the power of the earth. The volcano unveils a surreal landscape where steam columns rise from the depths of the ground. The fumaroles serve as a reminder of the latent energy hidden beneath the surface. 👉🏼WHAT ARE FUMAROLES? ✔️They are emissions of steam and gases that emerge from the ground within the volcano's caldera. These emissions result from underground geothermal activity, where the heat of the magma near the surface warms the groundwater, creating steam columns that rise into the sky. 🌋This immense crater showcases these fumaroles as evidence of its current geothermal activity, even though it is not an active volcano in terms of eruptions. The fumaroles are an awe-inspiring natural phenomenon and a geological attraction, demonstrating the intense activity that still exists beneath the earth's crust in this remote region of the Argentine #puna 👉🏼EXPLORING THE FUMAROLAS 📍The route begins from El Peñón, with a stop at Campo de Las Tobas, where it is possible to view petroglyphs over 4,000 years old. 📍Next, the journey passes through the Cañón Real Grande, following the tracks that lead to the Diamante Lagoon and its majestic viewpoint. 📍Continuing along the route, one arrives at the fumaroles, an active fault of the volcano through which water circulates, reaching temperatures of up to 85°C. These fumaroles originate within one of the largest volcanic calderas in the world, at 4,200 metres above sea level. 📍The journey then continues to the Laguna Grande, located within the crater of the Galán Volcano. ⭐️Visiting this place is an immersion into a natural spectacle that combines grandeur and mystery, where the earth seems alive, breathing and reminding us of its immense power. #socompatravel #traveladventure . . #argentina #travel #southamerica #adventuretravel

PERSPECTIVES. "There is always a new way to view the Campo de Piedra Pómez. It depends on the perspective, the time of day, the light that touches it, and the traveller who beholds it." 📍Campo de Piedra Pómez, #catamarca #puna The #adventure of exploring the extraordinary... #socompatravel . . #traveladventure #visitargentina #southamerica

🎥 It could be the setting for any science fiction movie. But it's real, and in this #adventure film, our travellers are the protagonists. Incredible! Playa Roja (Red Beach), on the way to Peinado Volcano, Catamarca. #socompatravel . . . #traveladventure #visitargentina #puna

ＣＯＮＴＥＭＰＬＡＴＥ… ⭐️Luis invites us to enjoy this great spectacle. The #adventure of experiencing the sunset in the Campo de Piedra Pómez in #catamarca is incredible. The rock formations take on golden and pink hues under the setting sun, creating a surreal and magical landscape. The serenity of the surroundings and the vastness of the desert offer an unparalleled natural spectacle #puna #socompatravel #traveladventure #southamerica #travel

FEATURED NOA & PUNA EXPERIENCE ⒸⒶⓂⓅⓄ ⒹⒺ ⓅⒾⒺⒹⓇⒶ ⓅⓄⓂⒺⓏ #nature #adventure #trekking #puna 🤩Arriving at the Campo de Piedra Pómez elicits a "Wow" moment that encompasses a myriad of sensations and emotions. Each visit to Campo de Piedra Pómez is more than a trip; It is a pilgrimage towards the very essence of existence. Here, in this natural sanctuary, you discover the Earth's ability to surprise, inspire and remind you of your smallness in the vast canvas of the cosmos. PERSPECTIVES... #socompatravel #traveladventure #argentina #catamarca #southamerica

Let's go to... ⛰️CONO DE ARITA 📍Salar de Arizaro #salta #puna #argentina 𝘈𝘯𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘵𝘦𝘢𝘮 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥. 👉🏼The Salar de Arizaro and the Cono de Arita are witnesses to the majesty of nature in its purest form. In the midst of the vast salt flat, the Cono de Arita rises with perfect symmetry, creating a landscape that defies the imagination. This magical corner of Salta invites contemplation and reflection, reminding us of the incredible beauty and mystery of the natural world. ⭐️Here, the serenity of the salt flat and the imposing presence of this formation fill us with awe and inspire us to appreciate the grandeur of our planet. 👉🏼The Arita Cone is a conical landform composed of volcanic rocks and black salt drawn to the surface by subterranean magma. It is 200 meters high, 800 meters in diameter and a perimeter of 2.4 kilometers. 💫According to evidence discovered within the cone, it is believed that it was the center of ceremonies for those who inhabited this place before the arrival of the Incas. It is said that Pachamama was invoked, seeking protection for children and the elderly, and gratitude was expressed to the earth. For this reason, the inhabitants consider it the "Sacred Mountain." An incredible #adventure #socompatravel #traveladventure . . . #visitargentina #southamerica #travel

👉🏼The #adventure of exploring the Cañón de la Herradura #catamarca ⭐️Just 20 more seconds of this incredible natural wonder that never ceases to amaze. What do you think? #socompatravel #adventure #puna

🆃🅰🅻🅰🅼🅿🅰🆈🅰 🅽🅰🆃🅸🅾🅽🅰🅻 🅿🅰🆁🅺 📌La Rioja #northofargentina The #adventure of exploring #talampaya 🏔With walls of more than 100 meters high and spectacular rock formations, this National Park (World Heritage by UNESCO) invites us to #travel to prehistory among landscapes that seem like science fiction. 🦖It houses a wide range of mammalian ancestors, as well as remains of dinosaurs and plants, illustrating the evolution of vertebrates and the characteristics of the paleoenvironments of the Triassic period. 👉🏼Together with Ischigualasto, San Juan, they make up the most complete continental set of fossils in the world. Has one of the largest and most important rock art representations in #argentina Petroglyphs (stone engravings) are found on walls, rocks and eaves. The first human occupations in the area have been dated to at least 2,500 years BP (before present). What do you think? #socompatravel #traveladventure . . #southamerica #puna #travelphotography

👨‍👩‍👦‍👦COMMUNITY-BASED TOURISM (Turismo Basado en la Comunidad) #travel #sustainabletravel Is a form of sustainable tourism that allows visitors to immerse themselves in local life while directly supporting host communities. This approach promotes cultural exchange, preserves traditions and the environment, and provides income to residents, empowering them and contributing to the economic development of the region. 🫶Aníbal and Olguita share with us their story and their story with Socompa, and how eagerly and joyfully they await us. 👉🏼Since 2005, Antofalla has been established as an indigenous community – Kolla Atacameña – although its origins as a settlement are much older. 👉🏼Aníbal and Olga belong to the Kolla Atacameña community and have a dream that is gradually becoming a reality: making a living from tourism. "𝘔𝘺 𝘧𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳, 𝘔𝘢𝘯𝘶𝘦𝘭 𝘙𝘢𝘮𝘰𝘴, 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘮𝘪𝘥-1980𝘴, 𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘢 𝘳𝘰𝘰𝘮 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘺 𝘩𝘰𝘮𝘦." "𝘔𝘺 𝘧𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴, 𝘸𝘩𝘪𝘤𝘩 𝘪𝘴 𝘸𝘩𝘺 𝘮𝘺 𝘧𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘺 𝘣𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘪𝘴 𝘢 𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘣𝘶𝘵𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘩𝘪𝘮." 𝗔𝗻í𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗮𝗺𝗼𝘀. Thank you! #socompatravel . . #travel #adventure #adventuretravel #visitcatamarca

CASA DE ALTURA #antofalla #catamarca #puna 🤩We love Antofalla: its salt flat, its oasis, the Ojos de Campo… but what we enjoy most is visiting Aníbal and Olguita Ramos at Casa de Altura, a very special place to stay and enjoy their warm hospitality. A night here with the Ramos family makes for a truly unique experience. 👐🏽Here, Olguita welcomes us and tells us about Casa de Altura. Thank you Olguita! @casadealturas #socompatravel #traveladventure #adventure #visitargentina

𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗦 Simplemente el Volcán Peinado ⛰️ Simply...el Peinado Volcano 🤩 #catamarca #puna What do you think? #socompatravel . . #travel #traveladventure #adventure #visitargentina

🤩Arriving at the Campo de Piedra Pómez elicits a "Wow" moment that encompasses a myriad of sensations and emotions. Some 🎥 during the Jani Radebaugh Expedition. ❓️Did you know that visiting the Campo de Piedra Pómez is like being on Mars? 👉🏼The Campo de Piedra Pómez Protected Area in the Puna Catamarqueña is an open-air museum of volcanism, allowing us to interpret the force of nature. Its impressive landscape seems to be from another planet. 👉🏼The constant action of the wind has carved the surface of the ignimbrites, giving rise to elongated geoforms called yardangs. 🚶🏽‍♂️On the other hand, the intensity of the winds registered in this region allows for the formation of dunes and wind megaripples of gravel, which are practically unique in the world. 👉🏼Both yardangs, gravel dunes, and megaripples are common on Mars, making this sector of the southern #puna a natural astronomical laboratory. #socompatravel #northofargentina #adventure #traveladventure #visitargentina

⭐️JANI RADEBAUGH EXPEDITION #socompatravel We had the honour of designing, organizing, and accompanying the study expedition to the Argentine #puna of the planetary scientist and explorer @radjanirad How much we learned! Along with graduate student Derek, she ventured to this corner of the planet to study a fascinating geological feature: yardangs, which are streamlined, elongated rock formations formed solely by wind erosion. They are found in only a few places on our planet but are special since they are also found on Mars! The research conducted on Earth can give us insight into the #geological processes of other planets. In this reel, she explains the similarity between Mars and the Campo de Piedra Pómez in #catamarca We will share with you more of this #adventure Wow 🤩 #socompaadventuretravel #traveladventure #geology #nasa

𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲 - 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 - Travelers 🤩 First impressions when you discover la Quebrada de las Flechas en #salta 🕺 📸🚶🏽‍♂️@pablodaniellonegro #socompatravel #traveladventure . . . . #visitargentina #adventure #travel