This tour of Northern Argentina is ideal for families who love wildlife. Look for capybara and alligator in the wetlands, toucans and macaws in the jungle and make friends with llamas!
- Hike with llamas in the rainbow mountains
- Be a traditional Argentinian Gaucho for a day
- Explore vast salt flats
- Take a cycling tour of Atlantic Rainforest
- Take boat, night and walking safaris in the Ibera Wetlands
- Explore the walkways of Iguazu Falls
Go wildlife watching by boat and on foot in the wetlands and rainforests of Argentina and spend some family time together, surrounded by the sounds of nature in the jungle, with opportunities to learn about conservation. With Argentina covering such a wide spectrum of regional environments and wildlife, who wouldn't love searching for wildlife in steamy rainforests and wetlands, becoming a cowboy for the day, making friends with llamas in the mountains and being fed some wonderful barbecue and empanada meals?
This tour of Northern Argentina is ideal for families who love wildlife and want to experience the wild life of some of Argentina's human residents. Look for capybara and alligator in the wetlands, toucans and macaws in the jungle and meet llamas in the rainbow mountains and experience life as an Argentinian Gaucho! Bike ride across the vast Salinas Grandes and meet some of the locals who live and work on the plains, before spending the night under the stars in a stunning glamping pod.
Next you fly to the impressive Iguazu Falls where you cycle through the jungles and explore the walkways of the national park on the lookout for brightly-coloured parrots, toucans, butterflies and if you're lucky the elusive jaguar. You then drive to the Ibera Marshlands, visiting an old ruined Jesuit mission on the way, before taking part in a variety of wildlife viewing activities from kayaking on the lagoon, walking the nature trails, 4x4 night safaris and horse riding safaris, where you could see capybara, alligator, giant ant-eaters and anaconda.
Typical Itinerary
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Day 1: Depart the UK
Depart the UK on an overnight flight to Salta.
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Day 2: Arrive Salta
Arrive in Salta and enjoy an afternoon tour of the town, followed by dinner at a local Peña for a meal of asado and empanadas.
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Day 3: Gaucho experience
Experience what life is like for an Argentinian Gaucho by horse riding and enjoying a delicious home cooked lunch. -
Day 4: Walking with llamas
Take a beautiful scenic hike in the rainbow mountains of Purmamarca accompanied by a team of friendly llamas. -
Day 5: Full day tour of the Salinas Grandes
Enjoy a full day tour of the vast salt plains of the Salinas Grandes by bicycle, meeting the locals who live in the area and visiting the archaeological centre in Barrancas.
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Day 6: Fly to Iguazu
You leave the mountains of Salta and fly to Iguazu where you can take an optional cycle ride in the late afternoon in the Atlantic Rainforest.
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Day 7: Full Day Exploration of Iguazu National Park
Your full day exploring the famous Iguazu National Park starts with a cycle ride through the jungle on route 101. In the afternoon you explore the walkways of the national park where you see great views of the Iguazu Falls.
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Day 8: Drive to Ibera Wetlands via the San Ignacio Jesuit Mission Ruins
Today you drive from Iguazu to the Ibera Marshlands, stopping off at the ruins of an old Jesuit mission to explore and have lunch before staying in a charming family-owned lodge.
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Days 9-10 : Ibera Wetlands
This vast landscape of swamps and marshes is home to an abundance of bird and animal life, and you will spend time on short walks, boat safaris, kayaking and night walks to explore the area. -
Day 11: Drive to Posadas Airport
This morning you drive to Posadas Airport, with a stop for lunch, to catch your flight home.
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Day 12: Arrive UK
Welcome home.
Please note: We highly recommend you add in some extra days and enjoy a Yactutinga experience in a private natural reserve where you can enjoy canoeing, nature walks and night walks and stay in an amazing jungle lodge. Contact us to find out more.
Duration and Guide Prices
- Age Guide: 12+
- Itinerary Type: Tailor-made Holiday
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Dates & Prices
Our trip ideas are flexible and can be offered during the date ranges below, on a date of your choice. To book, make a no obligation booking request with your preferred departure date or enquire to find out more.
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| 2026 | 1 Jul | 31 Aug | 10 days | £3,795 | £3,295 | 12 days | £5,495 | £4,795 | Book or Enquire |
| 2026 | 1 Dec | 31 Dec | 10 days | £4,195 | £3,695 | 12 days | £6,395 | £5,695 | Book or Enquire |
For alternative dates, please contact us. We may be in the process of finalising further departures and are often able to tailor a holiday for you according to your own requirements.
Kindly note that we prepare our prices several months ahead of travel dates, and our flight-inclusive prices are provided as a general indication, based upon flight costs at the time of publication. Your quotation may vary, based upon the prices of flights (and the availability) at the time of your enquiry.
