Moon Valley Adventure: Explore the Atacama Desert

Explore Puerto Blest, Cantaros Waterfalls, and Lake Frias. Sail, hike, and marvel at ancient trees and glacial waters. Unforgettable adventure awaits.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • San Pedro de Atacama - Pick up from the hotel between 14.30 and 15.10 hrs.

After picking up all the travelers from the hotels, we will drive to the first attraction… in a tour that will have a duration of 5hs.

  • Cordillera de la Sal - We left San Pedro de Atacama to visit the Cordillera de la Sal, and the Valle de la Luna (Valley of the Moon), named after the Jesuit priest Gustavo Le Paige by the Jesuit priest Gustavo Le Paige, who traveled this area in his archaeological explorations before the development of before the development of tourism. When visiting the dunes and valleys, it is possible to observe the “lunar” characteristics that led to the priestly The “lunar” characteristics that led the priest to name it this way. Visit the Three Marias, the Great Dune and the Amphitheater, the main the Amphitheater, the main attractions of the Valley of the Moon.

At the end of the tour, we will return to San Pedro de Atacama to drop off all passengers at their respective hotels.

The return will be approximately at 19.30 hrs. ending at the Municipal parking lot located 1 1/2 block from the Plaza.

What's Included
  • Bilingual guide (Spanish and English)
  • Pick up at your accommodation
What's Not Included
  • Entrance to Valley of the Moon (Adults 15 USD - Children 8 USD)
  • Food or Drinks
Additional Information

A half-day afternoon tour to the Moon Valley from San Pedro de Atacama offers an unforgettable experience in one of the most impressive landscapes on the planet.

The tour is perfect for those who wish to explore the beauty and mysteries of the Valley of the Moon, combining adventure and breathtaking scenery.

The tour includes a visit to the fascinating salt caves and salt mines, where your guide will explain the geological history and natural processes that have shaped this unique environment.

One of the highlights of the tour is the Mirador de Kari (Coyote’s Stone), which offers spectacular panoramic views of the valley and the Andes on the horizon. This is the perfect place to take unforgettable photographs.

The tour concludes with a sunset observation over the Valley of the Moon. Watching the golden light of the setting sun transform the landscape into a palette of warm colors is a magical and moving experience.

  • We need your complete information to make the reservation: Passport - Date of Birth - Hotel where you will be staying, name and address.
  • IMPORTANT FOR ARGENTINEANS OR ARGENTINEAN PAYMENT METHODS! The tour price, in pesos, does NOT include taxes! So in your means of payment, you will be charged extra. TripAdvisor/viator/Associates are foreign websites. They bill in US dollars. As any purchase in foreign currency.
  • The included pick-up service does not operate to or from accommodations located outside the urban radius of San Pedro de Atacama, accommodations located in ayllus near San Pedro de Atacama (Quitor, Yaye, Checar, Sequitor, Solor and Coyo) or accommodations in the town of Toconao.
  • Experience has shown that minors (5 to 8 years old) have a hard time with “Puna” or “Altitude Sickness.”
Location
San Pedro de Atacama
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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826gimenab
Jul 31, 2024
It's very good the ride - It was a barbaric experience to be able to visit this masterpiece of nature, always accompanied by the guides Martin and Maria, it was a very nice and bearable day. We loved the salt flats. Also the people of Purmamarca, the people who live there. We loved it.
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