Your Quebrada de HumaHuaca address book La Picadita
ACCOMMODATION Casa Colorada
A charming, 10-room mountain lodge built from local stone and nestled 3,200m above sea level near Tilcara. The remote location ensures a total disconnect. Trekking, birdwatching and horse riding are available; though kicking back with a glass of Quebrada Malbec is equally pleasurable. www.casacolorada.com.ar
El Manantial del Silencio
A warm, colonial-style, 18-room lodge, located close to Purmamarca’s authentic Plaza 9 de Julio. Enjoy stunning vistas of the Siete Colores from the indoor jacuzzi. Book into the restaurant to sample chef Sergio Latorre’s detailed Andean cuisine. www.hotelmanantialdelsilencio.com
Hotel Huacalera
This 1940s-built, state-run hotel close to the Tropic of Capricorn underwent a substantial facelift when it was reopened in 2009. Contemporary Andean design and comfortable king-size beds are the norm, as are llamas keeping the gardens spruce. www.hotelhuacalera.com
Viñas de Uquía
Cross Río Grande’s riverbed to pitch up at this four-room B&B set among the world’s highest vineyards. Most breakfast supplies come from the organic garden. Ask about sleeping on animal skins at the rustic threewalled lodge located en route to Mina Moya wine cellar. www.ayni.tv
RESTAURANTS El Nuevo Progreso
An artsy ambience is combined with traditional northwestern dishes given a contemporary twist at this restaurant in Tilcara. The service is efficient. Try the llama fillet served with warmed quinoa and broad bean salad. See Facebook Hearty dishes such as humita a la olla (mashed corn) served in generous portions and a strong wine list rule at this cool multi-room spot in Tilcara, which is led by a dynamic husbandand-wife team. See Facebook
Los Morteros
This eatery in Purmamarca seves up hearty llama stew, lamb with lentils and quinoa, and goats’ cheese empanadas. It also offers one of the Quebrada’s more extensive wine lists. Book a cosy table around the vast salamander fireplace in winter. +54 388 490 8063
Pachamanka
After spending a morning wandering Humahuaca, the Quebrada’s largest town, refuel at this colourful café that serves tamales, empanadas and locro (pork and bean stew). See Facebook
SHOPS Mercado municipal de Tilcara
For an engaging slice of daily life and an abundance of regional produce, visit Tilcara’s indoor market and snap up delicious La Huerta goats’ cheese. Rivadavia 254, Tilcara