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Why visiting Salta, Jujuy and the Northwest? What´s the Best season?

Why visiting Salta, Jujuy and the Northwest?

Salta is the starting point to visit different attractions in the Argentinian northwest. It´s a city with better hotels, gastronomy and travel infrastructure in the area. From Salta, many activities and visits can be done, and it´s the reason why you have to reach Salta to start visiting the northwest.

 

What is Salta Argentina known for?: Humahuaca Canyon and Train to the Clouds

Well, Salta and the Argentinian Northwest is well known for the incredible colorful landscapes, the rich culture, the excellent gastronomy and the warm people. From Salta, you can visit some incredible places such as the Humahuaca Canyon, declared as Unesco World Heritage. It´s a full-day trip from Salta, to the colorful canyon rich in culture and unique landscapes, like the 7-color hill in Purmamarca, Tilcara, Humahuaca, and Huacalera. The Humahuaca Canyon is situated in Jujuy province and it´s one of the most important visits in the area. Check more information by clicking on the image below:

 

Other great visits in the area are the Train to the Clouds, a famous train that arrives to Viaducto La Polvorilla, more than 4200 mts above sea level. The Train to the Clouds is one of the most amazing activities you can enjoy from Salta:

 

 

There are many activities to do in Salta, traditional or adventure visits. Take a look to our area for Excursions and Activitites in Argentina on our website.

 

Why is Salta Argentina known for? The Gastronomy

Salta is also known for the great gastronomy. While in Salta and the northwest area be sure to taste some typical dishes, like the Humita, the Locro, or the delicious empanadas. A good idea is to visit a typical peña, and enjoy the folkloric music and taste the local gastronomy. These “peñas” are located in Balcarce Street in Salta.

 

 

When to visit Salta, Jujuy and the Argentinian Northwest?

The Argentinian Northwest is a fascinating place to visit in Argentina. A place full of colorful landscapes, amazing culture, and great variety of activities to enjoy.  And Salta, is the starting gate to visit the northwest. Salta offers different hotel categories, great gastronomy and all the travel infrastructure you need to enjoy the area. If you are organizing a trip that includes a visit to the Argentinean northwest, you will be interested into know when to visit Salta. One of the things to check is the weather.

 

What´s the best season to visit Salta, Argentina?

An important factor is the average temperature. Travelers avoid visiting extremely hot or cold places during their travels. As we can see in the image below, Salta offers very good temperatures throughout the year.

Temperatures in Salta and northwest - Weather in Salta - RipioTurismo DMC for Argentina

 

And what about rains? Well, best season in order to avoid rains is April/May to October. During November to March, you can have 10 to 16 rainy days. It´s the rainy season. Check the image below:

 

Raining season in Salta and argentinian northwest - RipioTurismo DMC for ARgentina

 

I personally think that Salta and the northwest is a place to be visited all year round. But of course, From April to September is a great season.

 

 

Are you looking for tours to visit Salta?

We have many options to visit Salta, the argentinian northwest, combined with other great destinations in Argentina and Chile, like Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, San Pedro de Atacama, El Calafate, Ushuaia, Bariloche, Santiago de Chile and more. Take a look to one of my favourites:

 

Is it not what you´re looking for? Check our complete list of tour to combine Salta with other great destinations here

 

Activities and excursions in Salta

We have many options to discover Salta, Jujuy, and the Argentinian northwest. These are two of the most interesting, but we have many.

 

 

 

More activities and excursions in Salta? Click here and see a complete list of options

 

Buy the Salta Travel Pass and get special discounts!

If you’re looking for a package of activities, you can buy any of our Salta Pass and save money. Check some great options by clicking in the image below:

 

 

 

 

For more information, just email us at info@ripioturismo.com

 

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