Discover Chile’s Altiplano: Explore highland lagoons, see Andean flamingos, and enjoy local cuisine on this unforgettable full-day adventure.
- Laguna Chaxa - Pickup between 6:30 and 7 a.m. from the hotel. From San Pedro de Atacama, we depart early in the morning, heading south of the oasis. We continue through the basin of the Gran Salar de Atacama and proceed to the Reserve Flamenco National Soncor sector (Laguna Chaxa), where we will visit a flamingo breeding and nesting area (spring – summer) in Chile. - Piedras Rojas - From the lagoons, we continue towards the Salar de Aguas Calientes, and then to the Salar de Talar, where we will visit the impressive rock formations known as “Piedras Rojas.” The views of the salt flat are stunning. From here, we return to San Pedro. During the trip, we reach an altitude of approximately 4,200 meters above sea level. We return at approximately 5:45 p.m. to San Pedro de Atacama, ending at the Municipal parking lot located 1 ½ blocks from the Plaza. (Note: the order in which the different attractions of this excursion are visited may vary according to weather conditions and park availability.) - Lagunas Miscanti y Miniques - Then we continue entering the Andes Mountains towards the Puna. During the trip, it is possible to observe numerous volcanoes of almost 6,000 meters above sea level, such as Simba or Aguas Calientes (5,930 meters above sea level), Pili or Acamarachi (6,050 meters above sea level), and the active Lascar. Their summits accompany us as lookouts along the way, offering a beautiful spectacle until we reach the Miscanti and Meñiques Altiplanic Lagoons, where the Cerro of the same name is located.
- Breakfast and lunch included
- Entrance to Lagoons and Piedras Rojas
- Bilingual guide
- Round trip transportation
- Tips
Unforgettable that takes you to discover some of the most spectacular and unique landscapes of the Chilean Altiplano.
Diversity of Landscapes: From the calm waters of the highland lagoons to the geological formations of Piedras Rojas, this tour offers an incredible variety of landscapes in a single day.
Unique Fauna: The opportunity to see Andean flamingos and other native species in their natural habitat is an unforgettable experience for nature lovers.
Altitude and Adventure: Exploring the Altiplano at more than 4,000 meters above sea level adds an element of adventure and discovery to the excursion.
Expert Guides: Guides provide detailed information about the geology, fauna and culture of the region, enriching the experience.
Comfort and Local Food: Enjoying breakfast and lunch with local products in the middle of these impressive landscapes adds a special touch to the tour.
- What to bring: trekking shoes, long pants, hat, parka or windbreaker, cap, gloves, glasses and sunscreen, personal water bottle.
- IMPORTANT FOR ARGENTINIANS OR ARGENTINIAN MEANS OF PAYMENT! The price of the tour, in pesos does NOT include taxes! Then in your payment method, you will be charged extra. TripAdvisor/viator/Associates are foreign websites. They invoice in USD. As any purchase in foreign currency.
- If you have dietary restrictions, please let us know!
- We need your complete information: Passport, date of birth and lodging where you will be staying. INDISPENSABLE (If you are with minors, we need passport photos of the minor).
- Minimum age to take the tour to Geisers del Tatio is 8 years old.
- 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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
