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City of Salta: Alpaca and leather handicraft workshop in the open air!

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14 reviews
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ARTESANO POR UN DIA
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City of Salta: Alpaca and leather handicraft workshop in the open air!
5 out of 5 stars
5
14 reviews

Discover the traditional art of alpaca and leather embossing!

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Duration 2 hours
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Instructor
English, Spanish
Small group
Limited to 4 participants

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Brianna – New Zealand

So awesome! Carlos was amazing - we had such a great time. The actual embossing was really cool and he was good at helping us through the process. He also taught us the proper way to prepare and drink Mate which was a cool experience aswell. Such a fun day!

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5 out of 5 stars
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Annika – New Zealand

Wow! This was an amazing experience we all really enjoyed ourselves. Carlos was super friendly and down to earth, with the perfect balance between letting us create and helping us! As well as teaching us about Mate and letting us try some! We highly recommend this experience it is soooo worth it!

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Highlights

  • Take with you a little piece of art and tradition.
  • Feel the warmth of our culture surrounded by nature.
  • A unique and personalized souvenir that will reflect your style and creativity.
  • Satisfaction of having created something with your own hands.

Full description

Live an unforgettable experience in our craft workshop!

The meeting will take place on the steps of the "Martín Miguel de Güemes" monument, outdoors, surrounded by nature at the foot of the "San Bernardo" hill.

Join me in a unique and exciting journey, using noble materials, I will teach you the technique of "alpaca embossing", applying it to high quality Argentine leather, to create a personalized and exclusive accessory. I will guide you through the whole process, sharing a pleasant chat and my passion for craftsmanship, while we drink some delicious mates (traditional Argentinean infusion).

*CHOOSE YOUR CREATION*.

- BILLETERA: practical and elegant, perfect for carrying your cards and cash.
- CARD HOLDER: a sophisticated accessory to store your shopping cards.
- BRACELET: a unique and meaningful piece of jewelry to wear with great pride and style.

*HIGH QUALITY MATERIALS

- Alpaca: a noble and malleable metal, ideal for embossing. With a color and shine similar to silver.
- Leather: soft and resistant, it brings a touch of elegance to your creations.

*WORKSHOP DETAILS

- Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes
- Includes: Materials and necessary tools.

*RECOMMENDATIONS

- Bring insect repellent
- Sunscreen
- Comfortable clothes

What are you waiting for! Join us and live an authentic experience of great cultural value.

Includes

  • MATERIALS INCLUDED"
  • Alpaca (metal of great resemblance to silver).
  • 100% Argentine high quality leather.
  • Necessary tools.
  • Mate (traditional Argentinean infusion).

Not suitable for

  • Children under 10 years
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Visually impaired people
  • People with insect allergies

Meeting point

The meeting will take place on the steps at the foot of the monument.

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What to bring

  • Hat
  • Biodegradable sunscreen
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Biodegradable insect repellent

Not allowed

  • Alcohol and drugs

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  • The workshop is designed to be enjoyed 100% outdoors.

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Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today
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Brianna – New ZealandMay 18, 2025 – Verified booking
So awesome! Carlos was amazing - we had such a great time. The actual embossing was really cool and he was good at helping us through the process. He also taught us the proper way to prepare and drink Mate which was a cool experience aswell. Such a fun day!
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5 out of 5 stars
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Annika – New ZealandApril 18, 2025 – Verified booking
Wow! This was an amazing experience we all really enjoyed ourselves. Carlos was super friendly and down to earth, with the perfect balance between letting us create and helping us! As well as teaching us about Mate and letting us try some! We highly recommend this experience it is soooo worth it!
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Elena – United KingdomApril 10, 2025 – Verified booking
It was an amazing experience! Carlos was very detailed and talented. I really recommend this activity!

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