Tilcara to Calilegua traverse, from the Quebrada de Humahuaca to the Yungas of Jujuy — MONS
Exigente Travesía

Travesía Tilcara Calilegua - Jujuy

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Duration 5 days
Difficulty Exigente
Max. altitude 4,154 m amsl
Meeting point Tilcara
Price From $1.290.000 · 1 options
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Deposit $340.000 June 2026
Installment 2 $475.000 July 2026
Installment 3 $475.000 August 2026
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THE EXPERIENCE

What it is actually like

Humahuaca Gorge cultural towns meet Calilegua National Park rainforest ridges. Logistics focus on northwest Argentina gateways instead of Cordoba City.

Join one of the most contrasting and unforgettable treks in Argentina. We’ll set out on a journey that begins in the dry landscapes of the Quebrada de Humahuaca (Tilcara) and ends in the lush green of the Yungas jungle (Calilegua National Park).

Tilcara to Calilegua traverse — trekking

Over five days, we’ll follow ancient trails, connect with local communities, and climb up to 4,154 m before descending into the heart of the jungle. We take care of the logistics, meals, and your safety — your only goal is to walk, disconnect from the city, and experience the dramatic change of landscapes in northern Argentina.

Exigente Physical demand

This is a challenging traverse, designed for people with an active lifestyle who are looking for a real multi-day adventure. We move together as a group, but it’s important to understand that this is not comparable to a city or park walk. To help you prepare, here’s a breakdown of the daily effort: - Day 2: 15 km with 1,000 m of elevation gain - Day 3: 15 km with 560 m of elevation gain - Day 4: 19.5 km with 780 m of elevation gain - Day 5: 14 km with 1,100 m of descent You don’t need to be an elite athlete, but you do need good endurance and the willingness to push yourself each day. Key point: gear transport is included in this expedition, so you’ll only carry a light backpack with your water and extra layers. This makes a big difference and allows you to fully enjoy the landscape.

What's included

  • Meals: from dinner on Day 1 to lunch on Day 5
  • Accommodation: 3 nights in a mountain hut and 1 night in urban accommodation in Tilcara
  • Transfers: from Tilcara to Casa Rosada and from Pampa Alta to San Salvador de Jujuy
  • Gear transport service: personal and group equipment (maximum of 8 kg per person)
  • MONS Mountain Guides: professional guides with specific training in wilderness first aid
  • VHF communication equipment
  • First aid kit
  • Insurance: personal accident and civil liability coverage

Not included

  • Dinner on Day 5
  • Additional meals and drinks not included in this program
  • Personal gear and clothing
  • Accommodation before and after the trek
  • Accommodation in San Salvador de Jujuy on Day 5
  • Transfer back to Tilcara on the last day of the trek (please check with the organization)
  • Costs incurred due to early withdrawal from the program
Before you decide

Is this for you?

Yes, if any of these sounds like you:

  • You have never done a full day of walking with a pack
  • You are worried about being the slowest and holding the group back
  • You are coming on your own and do not know anyone in the group
  • You have done one already and want the next step up
DAY BY DAY

Itinerary

1
TILCARA

DAY 1 TILCARA

We meet in the afternoon in Tilcara, in the Quebrada de Humahuaca. We check our gear, get to know the group, and share our first dinner at an urban accommodation in Tilcara.

2
TILCARA – CASA COLORADA – YUTO PAMPA

DAY 2 TILCARA – CASA COLORADA – YUTO PAMPA

Distance: 15 km · Elevation gain: + 1,000 m

We leave Tilcara and take a transfer to Casa Colorada. From there, we begin the ascent toward Cerro Negro (4,154 m), the highest point of the journey. We then descend to Yuto Pampa, where we’ll spend the night.

3
YUTO PAMPA – MOLULO

DAY 3 YUTO PAMPA – MOLULO

Distance: 15 km · Elevation gain: + 560 m

A full day of trekking through the highlands of the Jujuy mountains. The landscape gradually becomes greener as we approach our next destination: the small settlement of Molulo.

4
MOLULO - SAN LUCAS

DAY 4 MOLULO - SAN LUCAS

Distance: 19.5 km · Elevation gain: + 780 m

The longest day of the trek. We begin a sustained descent of around 1,000 meters, passing through El Colorado before reaching the beautiful village of San Lucas.

5
SAN LUCAS - PEÑA ALTA - SAN SALVADOR DE JUJUY

DAY 5 SAN LUCAS - PEÑA ALTA - SAN SALVADOR DE JUJUY

Distance: 14 km · Elevation gain: - 1,100 m

On the final day, we fully enter the Yungas jungle, surrounded by rivers, waterfalls, and dense forest, descending all the way to Peña Alta. There, our private transfer will be waiting to take us back to San Salvador de Jujuy.

Real track · Recorded by MONS guides

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The exact GPS track we walk on every trip to Travesía Tilcara Calilegua - Jujuy.

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What participants say

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Santiago Rollan Agosto 2024

If you want to have a great experience, don’t hesitate to hire MONS… By far the best…

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Florencia Torres Agosto 2024

They are geniuses!!! They are attentive to every single detail; highly recommended!

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Sonia Menel Agosto 2024

Everything was excellent. From the organization and the landscapes to the locations and mountain huts. Everything. And most importantly: the guides and the group.

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Diego Bendersky Agosto 2024

Highly recommended! This year I had my first mountain experience, and it was quite a challenge. However, the Mons team, with Manu leading the way, has every single detail planned out so that you only have to focus on enjoying yourself—creating the perfect environment to make friends and have a great time.

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BEFORE YOU GO

FAQ

BEFORE YOU GO

Gear you'll need

Clothing

Pants
- 2 Hiking pants (trekking pants recommended)
- 1 Thermal base layer
Pants - 2 Hiking pants (trekking pants recommended)
- 1 Thermal base layer
Socks
3 pairs
Socks 3 pairs
Mid-layers / fleeces
Mid-layers / fleeces
T-shirts
- 3 T-shirts for hiking
- 1 Spare T-shirt
T-shirts - 3 T-shirts for hiking
- 1 Spare T-shirt
Jackets
- 1 Waterproof / windproof jacket
- 1 Insulated jacket
Jackets - 1 Waterproof / windproof jacket
- 1 Insulated jacket
Footwear
- 1 Pair of hiking footwear (trekking boots or shoes recommended)
- 1 Pair of lightweight footwear for resting
Footwear - 1 Pair of hiking footwear (trekking boots or shoes recommended)
- 1 Pair of lightweight footwear for resting
Cold & sun accessories
- Wool or synthetic beanie
- Cap or sun hat
- 2 Neck gaiters or buff-style neckwear
- Liner gloves (base layer gloves)
Cold & sun accessories - Wool or synthetic beanie
- Cap or sun hat
- 2 Neck gaiters or buff-style neckwear
- Liner gloves (base layer gloves)

Equipment

30-40 L Backpack or larger
30-40 L Backpack or larger
Sleeping bag
Sleeping bag
Water Bottle
Capacity for at least 2 liters
Water Bottle Capacity for at least 2 liters
Headlamp
Headlamp
Sunscreen
Sunscreen
Personal medication
Personal medication
Bags
Bags
Trekking poles
Trekking poles recommended
Sunglasses
Sunglasses
Snacks
Snacks

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LET'S TALK PRICE

We're not the cheapest option

You can do this mountain for less. This is what sits inside the MONS price:

Before you go

  • An assessment before the quote We look at your fitness together and send you the full dossier: we want to be sure this is the right trip for you
  • The exact gear list Once you book we tell you what to bring, item by item, and what you do not need to buy
  • Physical preparation We guide you on arriving in shape, with whatever time you have before departure
  • Your diet, sorted in advance Gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan: we take it down when you book and cook that way on the mountain, at no extra cost

Who you go with

  • Licensed guides Registered, with wilderness first-response training
  • VHF radio Our own radios where there is no mobile signal

What we handle for you

  • All meals As listed in the proposal
  • Accommodation Booked by us: you are not left hunting for a place

If something goes wrong

  • Insurance and assistance Personal accident and civil liability cover
  • First aid kit With guides trained to use it

That's what the difference costs.

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