About
The Quebrada de Humahuaca, also known as the Humahuaca Gorge, is a long valley in Jujuy Province in northern Argentina. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site, recognised for its natural landscape and for the pre-Columbian archaeological sites found along it.
What to expect
The valley is best known for its multicoloured mountains, whose layered reds, ochres and greens change in tone as the light moves across the day. Much of the visit is about the views themselves: the gorge opens out and narrows again as the road follows the river through the hills.
The archaeological sites add a second layer to the landscape. They point to the long human presence in this part of the Andes, long before the arrival of Europeans.
Plan your visit
- Allow time to stop and look; the scenery is the main reason to come.
- Visit the archaeological sites alongside the landscape to understand the valley's history.
- Bring water, sun protection and warm layers, as conditions at altitude can change quickly.
- For current details, you can call +54 388 422 1326.
Humahuaca, the town that gives the valley its name, makes a natural base for exploring the gorge and the wider province of Jujuy. It suits travellers interested in landscape, heritage and the cultural life of northern Argentina.