Cuevas de Acsibi

Cuevas de Acsibi is a network of interconnected caves carved into red sandstone cliffs and accessed along a winding stream. The formations sit within Salta province and feature layered geological structures created over thousands of years.

Indigenous communities used these caves as shelters, leaving behind archaeological traces of settlement in the Calchaquí Valley region. Evidence suggests these groups occupied the site over extended periods.

The name comes from an ancient term meaning Valley of Fire, reflecting the red rock formations that surround the location. Local guides share this origin story as visitors walk through the canyon.

Reaching the caves involves a four-hour hike and transportation by 4x4 vehicle from Seclantas, requiring reasonable physical fitness. Visitors should contact local operators ahead of time and bring appropriate gear for uneven terrain.

The site sits on private ranch land, and visitors walk through dense fields of Cardon cacti before arriving at the cave formations. This approach through desert plants provides a sense of the site's remote and untamed character.

GPS coordinates: -25.34125,-66.05563

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:40