Paseo de los Colorados
Paseo de los Colorados
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Eleonora P
Buenos Aires, Argentina77 contributions
Sep 2023 • Friends
Without a doubt, in my opinion, the most beautiful experience of the entire trip.
It is a walking tour of approximately one hour. Anyone can do it: there are no big climbs or descents, the trail is wide and comfortable. The landscape is 360°, the colors, the silence of the mountain, the air... everything is magnificent! The photos do not show the magnitude of the spaces or the beauty of the colors.
If you have the opportunity to do the walking tour outside the hours that all the tours that arrive during the day do (approximately between 2 and 4 p.m.) it is ideal!! In the morning, for example, if you spend the night in Purmamarca, you will meet very few people and you will take advantage of the landscape with the morning sun and without so much heat.
If you go through Purmamarca and only have an hour, dedicate it to this walk!
The craft fair downtown is very good, but it can be found in other places too...
It is a walking tour of approximately one hour. Anyone can do it: there are no big climbs or descents, the trail is wide and comfortable. The landscape is 360°, the colors, the silence of the mountain, the air... everything is magnificent! The photos do not show the magnitude of the spaces or the beauty of the colors.
If you have the opportunity to do the walking tour outside the hours that all the tours that arrive during the day do (approximately between 2 and 4 p.m.) it is ideal!! In the morning, for example, if you spend the night in Purmamarca, you will meet very few people and you will take advantage of the landscape with the morning sun and without so much heat.
If you go through Purmamarca and only have an hour, dedicate it to this walk!
The craft fair downtown is very good, but it can be found in other places too...
Written October 8, 2023
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Eva J
Oslo, Oslo, Norway163 contributions
Jan 2016 • Couples
The walk starts at the cemetery, close to the market in Purmamarca. Easy to find, easy to walk. It is not a trail but a broad dirt road. Takes about 30-40 minutes to walk, but it is a bit annoying that it is allowed to go there by car. Many alternative ways to make the walk shorter or longer. One side trail takes you up to a higher mountain, really worth it as the view from there is stunning. Best to go in the morning or evening during the hot season. The colours are magnificent!
Written February 17, 2016
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Deborah T
Chicago, IL1,108 contributions
Mar 2019 • Couples
We choose to drive the dirt/stone road the winds around the colorful stone formations that surrounds the town of Purmamarca. We stopped many times to take in the beauty that nature has provided to this area. Worth the short, easy drive.
Written March 29, 2019
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Marco Grava
Rome, Italy838 contributions
Nov 2013 • Friends
What can I say! The scenery is beautiful and the Cerros have incredible shapes that change colors at dawn and when thd sun sets. I only have a couple of comments: first and foremost, a similar view but much more spectacular is to be found in Ayers Rock in Australia and Brice Canion in the US. Secondly, if you travel here from the Valles Calchaquieres or the Quebrada de Cafayate or Quebrada del Toro, this place will not impress you much. Make sure you have it as your first destination if you are travelling thru these areas and yoj will be able to enjoy it more. And remember, the best is yet to come!
Written November 9, 2013
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Majarose
Buenos Aires, Argentina127 contributions
The Cerro de los Siete Colores (Hill of Seven Colours) is THE reason why travelers go to Purmamarca. This hill and nearby formations are seen throughout this beautiful trail. which starts and ends in the village of Purmamarca itself. It's free of charge.
It's called "Los Colorados" because of the reddish tones that predominate, but you can also appreciate different shades of yellow, violet, green and grey. Whoever said the hill had seven colours made a serious understatement!
The landscape is beautiful and I don't have enough adjectives to describe it. The trail is not very strenuous and it takes about an hour if you do it on foot. The trail is more of a dirt road, so you can always take your car, horse or bike! If you decide to be slightly adventurous, you can always leave the path and climb up the hills to get a wider view of the area. However, I don't recommend this to everyone. The descent can become tricky thanks to those tiny loose pebbles that abound.
If you are ever in the area, don't miss this natural wonder!
It's called "Los Colorados" because of the reddish tones that predominate, but you can also appreciate different shades of yellow, violet, green and grey. Whoever said the hill had seven colours made a serious understatement!
The landscape is beautiful and I don't have enough adjectives to describe it. The trail is not very strenuous and it takes about an hour if you do it on foot. The trail is more of a dirt road, so you can always take your car, horse or bike! If you decide to be slightly adventurous, you can always leave the path and climb up the hills to get a wider view of the area. However, I don't recommend this to everyone. The descent can become tricky thanks to those tiny loose pebbles that abound.
If you are ever in the area, don't miss this natural wonder!
Written February 3, 2010
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Wilfred S
Houston, TX40 contributions
Nov 2019
There is absolutely no reason you wouldn't visit this place if you were physically able. Admission is free, place is easy to get to, views is gorgeous, and it's not difficult.
Walk is about 3km and took me and my mom slightly over 1 hour. Views are gorgeous and landscape is unique. There's a viewpoint in the beginning where there is a lady charging 20 ARS for admission (nickel and diming but worth it).
Definitely worthwhile!
Walk is about 3km and took me and my mom slightly over 1 hour. Views are gorgeous and landscape is unique. There's a viewpoint in the beginning where there is a lady charging 20 ARS for admission (nickel and diming but worth it).
Definitely worthwhile!
Written December 10, 2019
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ahva63
New York City, NY207 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
Easy to get to. Simple to enjoy. You can walk these 3 Km or you can go by car. Have your camera ready and enjoy
Written November 6, 2019
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Adrian Marano
Buenos Aires, Argentina6,377 contributions
Oct 2019 • Couples
Paseo de los Colorados is an easy short and beautiful walk in Purmamarca. It’s really easy to do and offers amazing landscapes. If you like Mate, take your kit with you and drink some mates looking at this amazing landscape, mostly red!.
Written October 5, 2019
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David N
92 contributions
Aug 2018 • Family
You can either pay 10 pesos and climb a small hill above the town of Purmamarca or you can walk 3kms around the back of the hills. I strongly recommend the second. If you do, go early. It’s an easy walk and takes around 40 minutes. The colours are best early in the morning. You won’t be disappointed. It’s even possible to run it, as we did !
Written August 17, 2018
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Nidhi D
New Delhi, India293 contributions
Feb 2016 • Family
Though its a climb , one doesnt feel it because its gentle. A must do passage. The best part of being in Purmamarca . Different angles, different views , different hues and shades on the hills depending on the time of the day and the slant of the sun
Written February 18, 2016
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Hola ! Lei que hay pagar un ticket de entrada y ademas queria preguntarte si podmos ir con mi amiga solas , es decir, el camino esta señalizados ? es pelgroso ? podes volver facil ? Porfis espero u respuesta. Gracias !!!!!!!!!!
Written July 28, 2024
Salve a tutti,
posso chiedere come si fa a fare la passeggiata attorno al cerro? Ci sono indicazioni per capire da dove inizia?si può fare a piedi o in auto?
Grazie a tutti
Chiara
Written February 12, 2020
Ciao, è facilissimo, Purmamarca è un posto piccolissimo. Ai piedi del mirador (che vedrai perchè c'è gente) parte il percorso, puoi farlo da lì in senso antiorario, in auto o a piedi, noi lo abbiamo fatto a piedi e direi che è la soluzione ottimale, ti passi mezzoretta nella quiete e se volete ci sono diversi punti dove allontanarsi e veder equalche altro scorcio panoramico... Non è una attrazione imperdibile, Purmamarca in generale intendo...
Written February 12, 2020
Porque me gusta Viajar
Coquimbo, Chile
Hola, recomendarían hacer este paseo sola? Es seguro?
Written January 5, 2020
Hola, no estás sola, siempre te cruzas a alguien. La zona es tranquila.
Written January 5, 2020
Hola voy con una nena de un año y medio¿cuanto tardaré en hacer el paseo. ¿Puedo llevarla en cochecito o es muy trabado?¿me alcanza el día para hacer también grandes salinas? Muchas gracias
Written March 2, 2018
Hola!!!! el paseo de los colorados te puede llevar 2 horas aprox. Yo creo que podés ir con el niño. Tal vez en algún momento lo tenés que alzar, pero no es dificultoso. En la Plaza tenés la Dirección de Turismo con guías locales.
Creo que te conviene ir a la mañana a Salinas y después del mediodía, tipo 15 de la tarde hacer el paseo.
Written March 2, 2018
Hola! Este paseo recomiendas comprarlo con anticipación antes de viajar? o alla en la terminal directamente? gracias!!
Written January 12, 2018
Hola, no este paseo es corto y gratuito estando en purmamarca . Tenes que preguntar por donde se ingresa (Que no está señalado) y listo una subida y a disfrutar del paisaje
Written January 12, 2018
Hola Hola,can you Please inform me of everything that is included in The Tour.Meals ,accomadation etc , que han you ,Charles Rafter.Travelling around Mid August ,from August 15 or 16th onwards.What dates are available at this time.One Adult Only,Charles Rafter.
Written June 25, 2016
Our tour was "Salta La Linda" and was booked through South America Tourism - check them online - it was 6 days and 5 nights and included airport transfers, accommodation, breakfast and tours. The part to Purmamarca and Paseo de los Colorados was 2 full days. We were supposed to do the "Train to the Clouds" (Tren de Las Nubes), but there had been a rock fall and we were given a private tour for this bit instead and I am quite sure it was a better option. Email the company above for more details. Cheers, Trish
Written June 26, 2016
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