Tuzgle an Oasis in the Middle of the Puna

12 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour

Tuzgle an Oasis in the Middle of the Puna, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Discover the best of the Salta Puna in a unique experience that combines history, landscapes and relaxation.

We begin by visiting the Andean village of Santa Rosa de Tastil, where daily life blends with the pre-Hispanic heritage of the famous ruins nearby. Then we follow the high road to the imposing Viaduct La Polvorilla, masterpiece of the Train to the Clouds and one of the most striking icons of the region.

Finally, the trip takes us to a natural oasis: the Tuzgle Baths, at the foot of the majestic volcano. There you can relax for 1h30 in warm waters and minerals, surrounded by deep silence and immense landscapes that only the Puna can offer.

More than a tour, it is an experience to connect with local culture, nature and yourself.

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At a glance

Duration: 12 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Chilto Viajero

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board

Not included

Not included: Meals: Stop at restaurant in San Antonio de los Cobres. Menu Price US 20 approx.

Itinerary

Ruins of Tastil

30 min

The tour includes a stop in the picturesque village of Santa Rosa de Tastil, an Andean corner that preserves the warmth and daily life of the Puna. There you can meet its inhabitants, its crafts and the tranquility of a village surrounded by history.

Nearby are the Ruins of Tastil, one of the most important pre-Inca settlements in South America, whose cultural heritage gives identity to the area. Although they are not visited in this experience, their presence brings an invaluable historical framework to the environment of the current town.
Viaducto de la polvorilla

20 min

The tour includes a stop at the imposing Viaduct La Polvorilla, the most emblematic piece of engineering on the Train to the Clouds. At 63 meters high and 224 meters long, this steel bridge spans a unique landscape of the Salta Puna.

During the 20 minute stay, passengers will have time to enjoy the panoramic view, take unforgettable photographs and appreciate the magnitude of this historic construction surrounded by mountains and infinite sky.
Cerro Tuzgle

1 h 30 min Admission not included

Located at the foot of the majestic Cerro Tuzgle, a dormant volcano that dominates the Salta Puna, these natural baths are a real oasis in the middle of the highlands. Its warm waters, rich in minerals, invite you to relax while contemplating a landscape of unique height, surrounded by mountains and deep silence.

The experience includes 1 hour and 30 minutes of stay, ideal time to immerse yourself, enjoy a revitalizing swim and connect with the special energy of this natural environment.