Region in Jujuy, Argentina
Quebrada de Humahuaca
UNESCO canyon valley of coloured mountains, adobe villages and Andean markets, reached from Jujuy city or Salta. Low prices and strong scenery; high altitude, cold nights, and long drives are the trade-offs.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$788–1,250Comfortable, one person · $1.2M–1.9MDetails
- Value for money93/100Better value than 92% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goApr–May, Sep–OctWarmest: Nov, 28°CDetails
- Internet137 MbpsFixed broadband, Argentina medianDetails
- Tap waterFilter or boilVillage tap water varies; drink bottled or filtered water and avoid ice from unknown sources.Details
- LGBTQ+3/5Tolerant, but be discreetDetails
- Solo travel4/5English: limitedDetails
- Getting aroundIntercity bus (Jujuy–Humahuaca)Walkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardMostly cashCash is needed in most villages; cards work at some hotels and restaurants, but connections fail.Details
Where to stay in Quebrada de Humahuaca
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Tilcara | Hub for travelers: hostels, artisans, hikes to Garganta del Diablo |
| Purmamarca | Seven Colours Hill; small, scenic, pricey stays |
| Humahuaca | Northern base with market and access to Hornocal |
Apps that work in Quebrada de Humahuaca
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- Plataforma 10: Book long-distance bus tickets
- SUBE: Transit card for buses, Subte and trains
- Taxis: No ride-hailing; use buses, remises or tours. Arrange return trips from remote viewpoints before you go.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Argentina.
- Mostly cash Cash is needed in most villages; cards work at some hotels and restaurants, but connections fail. Bring pesos from Jujuy or Salta; ATMs are few.
- Currency: Peso (ARS). US$1 ≈ $1,523.09 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Banelco and Link ATMs take foreign cards but charge a high flat fee per withdrawal with low limits.
- Tipping: Leave about 10% in restaurants, ideally in cash; the 'cubierto' cover charge isn't a tip. Rounding up is enough for taxis.
- Paying by phone: Contactless cards and phone wallets work at most terminals; Mercado Pago QR codes need a local account.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- No arrival card or reciprocity fee for most visitors; immigration records your entry electronically.
- Some visa-required nationals holding a valid US visa can apply online for an electronic travel authorization (AVE).
- Extend your stay at a Migraciones office before it expires; overstays are fined at exit.
Emergency numbers
Police 911 · Ambulance 107 · Fire 100
Plugs
Type C, I · 220 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Personal, Claro and Movistar sell cheap prepaid chips in their shops with a passport; activation can be fiddly, so international eSIMs are easier. eSIMs work for visitors.
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