Tour to Salinas Grandes and Purmamarca
Recommended by 98% of travelers
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Salta, Argentina
- 14 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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When it comes to salt flats, Bolivia might hog the limelight, but northern Argentina hosts its very own Salinas Grandes, bright white landscapes that appear to go on forever. This stress-free tour makes exploring the rural desert region a breeze by including transportation that keeps you cool and saves you the stress of driving.
- Your guides adds context to what you see with commentary
- Cover plenty of the area's top sights in one seamless experience
- Return with perspective-bending photos from the salt flats
- Free time at each stop lets you explore at your own pace
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All Fees and Taxes
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
When booking, please contact us to share your accommodation location to pick them up before the tour.
Start time.7:00 am
Itinerary
Salta (Pass By)
1
Jujuy Yala Los Nogales
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Cuesta de Lipan (Pass By)
2
Salinas Grandes
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
3
Purmamarca
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Salta (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 46 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 328 reviews
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Anna_K, Jun 2026
The tour was very nice, Abel was really great tour guide. Going out of his way to comfort the tourists and make sure everyone is fine. He spoke good English. It's a long drive but it's worth it.
Nikita_L, May 2026
We had a great time at the salt flats and enjoyed the long lunch break at Purmamarca, however, we’d advise travellers to be aware of the long driving time. Unfortunately we were last to be picked up so had the worst seats at the back of the minibus with no window so couldn’t even enjoy the scenery on the way. The experience would be much more comfortable if you would be given a more exact pick up time (we were told anytime between 6:30 and 7:15, and were picked up at 7:20) and if they didn’t completely fill the bus so that everyone was comfortable and had a view.
VildeKarolineRoa_L, Apr 2026
We had a really great time. The guide was so funny and kind. He took care of us the whole day. Would recommend to anyone. Remember to bring cash.
Julieta_A, Apr 2026
Great tour & value!!! Funny guide, great stops. Must try the tamales in town. sooooo yummy. Van is comfortable.
Ursa_R, Apr 2026
The trip was beautiful with great views and our guide Jorge was very knowledgable. The only negative thing is there is an additional 6000 ARS cash only fee to pay to enter the Salinas Grandes a small cost but it states here all fees are included which is not the case so the description is misleading.
Sarah_P, Mar 2026
Amazing experience! Its a very long day of driving but worth it to get to the incredible salt flats. The drive through the mountains is very beautiful and it was nice to stop in the town along the way. I would just note that the entry to the salt flat wasn't included so you'll need to pay for that when you get there (bring some extra cash). Also when you stop in the town I would suggest going to the lookout, its a few dollars entry but amazing views! Overall, great tour.
Harry_C, Mar 2026
Tour was outstanding, tour guide was great and really made the day enjoyable. Highly recommend taking this one, you will enjoy it!
Geraldine_N, Mar 2026
That was one of the best tour we have participated.
The sites we have visited were great. Photos taken by the staff were so funny.
Mark_B, Feb 2026
It is a long day, but totally worth it to see these natural wonders! We are on a small bus, maybe 14 people only in our group. Great value for the length of the scenic ride. Our guide was really good and spoken in both English and Spanish. The extra 6000 pesos. ($6) was also great value for all the fantastic pictures that the local photographers took at the salt flats.
Eleonora_B, Jan 2026
Abel was a great guide, and Horacio also did an excellent job as our driver. Thank you both for making this day tour truly unforgettable. I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Salta.
veena_T, Jan 2026
Absolutely worthwhile. Our Guide Augustine was enthusiastic and informative. If you can work it into your trip do so. The lunch break was phenomenal. We were there on Christmas Day so the souvenir shops at the salt flats were closed but we literally had the place almost to ourselves.
Mikhail_S, Jan 2026
It was very uncomfortable to discover during the tour that access to Salinas Grandes required an additional 4,000 ARS in cash. This was not communicated in advance.
The tour description stated that all entrance fees and charges were included, and there was no mention that cash would be required. This is especially inconvenient in a remote area.
We were also taken to a specific entrance controlled by a local group that collects money without issuing any receipts, even though the same views can be enjoyed free of charge just 50 metres away. This situation was neither explained nor justified by the guide.
After contacting Viator support, the operator eventually refunded this extra charge to my card, which I appreciate. However, the lack of transparency beforehand and the fact that my direct messages to the company were ignored left a negative impression overall.
With better communication and honesty, this could have been a much better experience.
Charlene_b, Oct 2025
While the Salinas Grandes were beautiful, the rest was mediocre. Purmamarca is primarily a shopping destination with little else to offer, making a two-hour stay excessive. Also I was disappointed that we had to pay 4000 pesos per person to walk on the Salinas. It should be included in the price of the excursion.
Long journey, from 7am to 7:40pm
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you very much for sharing your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the Salinas Grandes —they’re truly an incredible sight— but we’re sorry to hear that some aspects of the tour didn’t fully meet your expectations. We take your comments about the length of the stay in Purmamarca and the extra cost for the Salinas access seriously. That entrance fee is managed directly by the local cooperative that preserves the site, but we understand how it can be confusing and will make sure to clarify it more clearly before departure. Your input helps us improve, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
Dharm_G, Apr 2025
An excellent tour. The tour guide and driver were excellent. The guide was a former English Teacher with a great personality.
ABALO_E, Feb 2026
Excellent. They should advise travelers to make a dairy-free frugal breakfast to avoid targeting.
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Jorge_F, Feb 2026
An excursion that despite along the way did not make me heavy.
It was fulfilled as contracted.
The guide, Cecilia, a charmer, gave us a lot of information and was professional and patient. Lucky to have done it with her. The driver tb was very friendly. They were trying to get us to the sites before anyone else so they could see everything well and without crowds. I recommend this tour and the supplier..
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Anaelle_B, Jan 2026
We booked this tour for two people and it was a great experience. We had been picked up directly from our hotel and we went on an adventure.
Our guide, Abel, was exceptionally kind and extremely attentive.
The views are amazing and we recommend them.
Attention they can pick you up a little before the time, for timing reasons.
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MarieJose_B, Dec 2025
The places we visited were very beautiful and impressive! 🤩 Not very busy due to the time.
Nausea 🤢 due to the altitude (4170m)... but everything returns to normal in less than an hour 🙂
Unfortunately, although our activity had to be done in Spanish and English, our guide, super nice!, expressed himself almost exclusively in Spanish... too bad because we certainly missed several explanations that were certainly interesting.
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Elisa_T, Dec 2025
Nice experience through amazing landscapes! We really liked Las Salinas and El Cerro de Los seven colors!
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Vivian_S, Oct 2025
Always very punctual, like all the others I've done. Our Conejo driver and our guide Nahir always very curious and xom a lot of information about everything we visit. The Salinas are incredible, it is a very beautiful place and very worth a visit.
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Response from Host, Oct 2025
Muito obrigado pela mensagem! 🙌 Ficamos muito felizes em saber que gostaram tanto da excursão às Salinas Grandes. O Conejo e a Nahir são realmente incríveis — sempre atenciosos e prontos para compartilhar seus conhecimentos e tornar cada passeio especial. É maravilhoso saber que aproveitaram esse lugar único e mágico. Esperamos revê-los em uma próxima viagem pelo Norte da Argentina!
Alejandra_C, Oct 2025
We loved the experience of meeting Salinas Grandes and Purmamarca! Excellent vehicle and Jesi guides you the best in knowledge and joy!
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Response from Host, Oct 2025
¡Muchísimas gracias por su mensaje! 🙌 Qué alegría saber que disfrutaron tanto de la excursión a Salinas Grandes y Purmamarca. Nos encanta que destaquen la comodidad del vehículo y el trabajo de Jesi, que siempre combina conocimiento y alegría para hacer de cada viaje una experiencia especial. ¡Gracias por elegirnos!
Carolina_M, Sep 2025
Excellent full day tour. The scenery is beautiful. Everything was punctual and well organized. Augustine the guide very attentive and fun. Places to visit beautiful 100% recommended.
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Response from Host, Sep 2025
¡Muchas gracias por tu mensaje! 🙌 Qué alegría saber que disfrutaron de un tour tan bien organizado y puntual, con paisajes hermosos y la compañía de Agustín, siempre atento y divertido. Gracias por elegirnos y por recomendarnos al 100%
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