Things to do in Ischigualasto Provincial Park
Discover the best attractions and experiences Ischigualasto Provincial Park has to offer
Historic Monuments
Ischigualasto is celebrated for its paleontological landscapes rather than ancient monuments. The surrounding region offers heritage sites in nearby towns.
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Museums
In the San Juan region, museums focus on paleontology and natural history, bringing the park’s fossils to life.
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Religious Monuments
The park itself is focused on geology and paleontology, with few religious monuments within its boundaries.
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National & Theme Parks
Ischigualasto Provincial Park, also known as Valle de la Luna, is the centerpiece, offering otherworldly landscapes and fossil wonders.
Ischigualasto Provincial Park (Valle de la Luna)
Explore the surreal badlands and ancient rock formations that tell the story of early dinosaurs.
Valle de la Luna viewpoints
Visit lookout points for sweeping panoramas of the eroded valleys.
Fossil beds guided tour
Learn about Triassic fossils with a park guide at the fossil sites.
Neighborhoods
The park area is rural with small settlements nearby offering a taste of local life.
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Free Things to Do
Some of the best experiences here are free, from sunrise views to stargazing.
Sunrise over Valle de la Luna
Watch the colors change as the desert wakes up over the badlands.
Self-guided hike along park trails
Take a tranquil stroll along marked paths and enjoy the stark scenery.
Stargazing under clear skies
The high desert offers dark skies ideal for astronomy.
Gastronomy
Regional favorites can be found in nearby towns, offering a taste of San Juan province.
Argentine asado
Enjoy grilled beef and classic accompaniments in local eateries.
Empanadas argentinas
Try traditional meat or cheese-filled pastries from nearby kitchens.
Regional San Juan dishes
Sample dishes that showcase the local agricultural produce and flavors.
Nightlife
Evenings offer casual spots in nearby towns and clear desert skies for stargazing.
Evening stargazing sessions
Gaze at the Milky Way with guided commentary.
Local bars and cafes in nearby towns
Relax with a drink after a day in the desert.
Cultural evenings in the region
Experience regional music and folklore in local venues.
Entertainment
Short interpretive talks and displays bring context to the park’s geology and fossils.
Paleontology museum displays
Exhibits highlight the fossils and the park’s past environments.
Interpretive talks at the visitor center
Concise talks illuminate Triassic life and the landscape.
Nature interpretation trails
Easy loops around the visitor area showcase flora and geology.
Sports
Active travelers can hike, photograph, and observe wildlife in the stark landscape.
Hiking on park trails
Follow marked routes that wind through the limestone badlands.
Photography tours
Join a photo-focused excursion to capture the surreal scenery.
Birdwatching excursions
Spot desert birds and raptors along the canyon rims.
Off the Track
For solitude, venture beyond regular routes with a guide to discover lesser-seen viewpoints.
Guided off-trail viewpoint hikes
Reach lesser-visited vantage points with a guide.
Backcountry fossil site observations
Observe fossil-bearing rocks with a researcher.
Sunrise photography walks
Capture dramatic light on the badlands at dawn.