Tafí Del Valle - Infiernillo - Amaicha Del Valle Trail

Description:

This route is ideal for mountain bike or gravel cyclists and offers stunning views and beautiful scenery. The section from Tafí del Valle to El Infiernillo is in good condition, but the shoulder from El Infiernillo to Amaicha del Valle is quite deteriorated, which creates additional difficulty on the descent. It is recommended to do this route with a support vehicle due to the gradient and distance. It is a fairly busy road in January and February, especially during the carnival.

Elevation: 1,444 m

Minimum altitude: 1,967 m

Maximum altitude: 3,056 m

Approximate duration of the route:

Total: 3:30 h

Total distance: 54 km

Starting point: Miguel Estévez Square, Tafí del Valle

Ending point: San Martín Square, Amaicha del Valle

Starting point coordinates: 47XQ+6M Tafí del Valle, Tucumán

Ending point coordinates: C34J+F3 Amaicha del Valle, Tucumán

Main tourist attractions of the route:

El Infiernillo Viewpoint

Ampimpa Church

Ampimpa Astronomical Observatory

Los Amaichas Community Winery (free entry)

Points of interest along the route:

Refreshments at various points along the route (drinks, food, bathrooms)

Tourist information signs Along the way

Scenic viewpoints with panoramic views of the valleys

Risk area due to the deteriorated route after El Infiernillo

Distinctive characteristics of the Trail:

Significant gradient (1,444 m)

Section with deteriorated pavement and shoulder in poor condition

Section with moderate traffic, especially during the carnival season

Requires good physical condition and adequate preparation, the use of a support vehicle is recommended

Access to the trail:

Starting point: Miguel Estévez Square, Tafí del Valle

End point: San Martín Square, Amaicha del Valle

Tourist equipment:

Picnic areas and food stalls available along the route

Transport information on Wikiloc (check available times and routes)

Accommodation availability in Amaicha del Valle (check capacity, especially during the Carnival season)

Tourist information points in Tafí del Valle and Amaicha del Valle (C34J+95 Amaicha del Valle)

ATMs and other services available in Amaicha del Valle

Type of environment to travel through:

Summer: Hot and dry

Winter: Cold and dry, with the possibility of snowfall

Aspects related to security and emergencies:

Amaicha del Valle: Dr. Adrián Said Tuma (PCC), C34J+Q4

Tafí del Valle: Elías Medici Hospital, 572Q+4P

Emergencies: Call 107

Suitable time to visit: All year round

Observations: In winter, snowfall can occur, which makes the journey more challenging due to the intense cold.

Access: Free, with suggested hours from 8:00 to 18:00

Condition of the access roads:

Access roads:

Good condition up to El Infiernillo

Fair: Deteriorated roadside after El Infiernillo

Road signs: Adequate

Tourist signs: Good

Services in the vicinity:

Picnic areas: Available at various points

Trash cans: Present in strategic places

Camping areas:

Tafí del Valle: 572P+C3

Amaicha del Valle: C33J+46

Shelters: Available at some points along the route

Supply points: At key points (drinks, food)

Drinking fountains: Not available

Rest areas: Rest areas with benches and shade

Tourist information posts:

Tafí del Valle: 47WQ+WQ

Amaicha del Valle: C34J+95

General recommendations:

Bring enough water, as the route crosses areas with few sources of supply.

Given the gradient and condition of the route, it is recommended to do the route with a support vehicle.

Make sure you are in good physical condition, as the route presents significant challenges, especially on the ascent and descent sections.

Wikiloc here