Argentina · Bird Watching

Laguna del Toro and Flamingo-Watching 4WD Tour from Salta

11 Hours Round trip from Salta Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Travel by 4WD through the Andes from Salta
02 Follow part of the historic Train to the Clouds route
03 Visit the archaeological ruins of Santa Rosa de Tastil
04 See the 15th-century citadel, terraces, pens, and museum
05 Watch for rare Andean flamingos at Laguna del Toro
06 Spot Andean ducks and other bird species
07 Enjoy a boxed picnic lunch in a scenic high-altitude setting

Discover the dramatic landscapes of northwest Argentina on a full-day 4WD journey from Salta to the Andes. Travel along part of the historic Train to the Clouds route through Bull Gorge, taking in high-altitude scenery as you head toward the remote Laguna del Toro.

Along the way, explore the archaeological ruins of Santa Rosa de Tastil, including its 15th-century citadel, pens, terraces, and museum. At Laguna del Toro, look out for rare Andean flamingos, Andean ducks, and other birdlife while enjoying a boxed picnic lunch in a scenic natural setting.

At Laguna del Toro, look out for rare Andean flamingos, Andean ducks, and other birdlife while enjoying a boxed picnic lunch in a scenic natural setting.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Salta

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Salta

You will start your 11-hour tour with pickup at your Salta hotel and we will board a 4WD vehicle and make the journey to the Andes Mountains following Bull Gorge via the first section of the Train to the Clouds heritage railway route.

Andean Mountains

Board a 4WD vehicle and make the journey to the Andes Mountains following Bull Gorge via the first section of the Train to the Clouds heritage railway route.

Salta - Santa Rosa de Tastil

You will visit the archaeological ruins of Santa Rosa de Tastil village with your guide. There, you will see the 15th-century citadel, pens, terraces of this National Historic Monument and visit the museum.

Salta - Laguna del Toro

Then, we will continue on to Laguna del Toro (Bull Lagoon) while taking in the natural beauty of the area. On arrival, you will observe rare Andean flamingos, the only flamingo with yellow legs and three-toed feet. Your guide points out Andean ducks and many other bird species while you enjoy a boxed picnic lunch in this scenic region.

Salta - Return

Hopping back aboard your 4WD in the afternoon, you will return to Salta and dropped off at your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Salta 1 city · 11 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Round-trip shared transfer
Box lunch

What's Not Included

Gratuities

Know before you go

The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels.
If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm you the closest meeting point.
Indicate the name and address of your hotel.
We suggest you to confirm the booking details with us prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination.
Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.
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