Due west of San Salvador de Jujuy, following the Avenida H. Irigoyen, on the southern bank of the Río Xibi Xibi River, a road shaded by old mature jacaranda trees, and a mixture of willows and elms by the river bank itself, the traveller will eventually reach a road that slowly opens up into a landscape of hills and meadows dedicated to livestock breeding and finally reach the small town of La Almona.

This road is none other than the Ruta Nacional Nº 9 National Route, taking off into the Ruta Provincial Nº 8 and Ruta Provincial Nº 2 Provincial Routes, paved for the most part of its length.

It is also known as the Parque La Almona Park and is heaven for the practitioners of Hang gliders in the Province of Jujuy. There is also a very famous chocolate and sweets factory in the town.

Activities: Hang Gliding
Alternative activities: trekking, biking, observation of flora and fauna, photography, excursions, walks, white water rafting, horseback rides.
Services offered: Camping sites.

The Los Alisos Dam
Before arriving in La Almona, 22 kilometres from San Salvador de Jujuy, down Ruta Nacional Nº 9, and the Rutas Provinciales Nº 8 and Nº 2, you will reach the dam built on the Río Los Alisos River. From the top of the dam there are some beautiful views of the lake.

In the upper part, the Eva Perón Complex offers the possibility to camp beside a swimming pool and playing fields for different sports. Activities that can be undertaken are the observation of flora and fauna, sport fishing, trekking, excursion programmes and biking tours.

You will find accommodations and food services at the complex.