Lihué Calel

The Lihué Calel National Park is located in the center-south of la Pampa province and it name means Hills of Life. It's a small mountain system surrounded by plains and small salt lakes in the Monte ecoregion, an oasis in the middle of a semi-arid zone full of life, with interesting rock formations, cave paintings and a varied flora and fauna, standing out birds and two endemic plants species.
An ideal place to feel nature in all its purity, perfect for camping and enjoying the outdoors.
Spring is the best time to visit the park because of the favorable climatic conditions, the flowering of many species and the abundant birdlife. Summer has good weather although it's hot. Autumn presents a cooler climate especially at night although with less diversity of birds and flowering plants. Winter is the most adverse time.

Services we offer:
nature observation guide mainly dedicated to birds but also with other species of flora and fauna.
Lodging: camping area in the park (free tax); there are room options near the park entrance (ask for availability). The nearest town with lodging is Puelches at 35 km. More and better options in General Acha at 120 km.
Gastronomy: in the park there is no food sale or refrigeration so you must take the necessary precautions. The nearest market is at 35 km from the park. Another provisioning option is the one-way trip to General Acha.
Park infrastructure: it has park ranger office and responsible personnel, camping and parking area, bathrooms and showers with hot water; camping area with benches, tables and grills.

Sightseeing tours we do:
National Park: tours are offered on trekking or by car through differents places and paths allowed to visitors, ascent to Scientific Society hill and walk to cave paintings.
Optional: stop in Carhué, birdwatching in Epecuen lagoon and visit to Villa Epecuén ruins (more info here)
Optional: stop and camp in Parque Luro, birdwatching and hiking trails
*Important: because it's a rugged area several tens of kilometers away from nearest towns, all precautions should be taken in this regard. We are not responsible for possible accidents occurring within the park.
This is a special tour,for rates and availability seehere or contact by email for departure dates.
So far 138 birds species has been registered (see list)
Wildlife in general (see list)

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