- San Pedro de Atacama - After an early morning pick-up at your hotel, you will be driven to Tatio Geysers. Be prepared to experience one of the most astonishing phenomena produced by nature!
Due to the altitude, it is not advisable to eat anything until you reach the Geysers. We recommend that you have your swimsuit on under the clothes.
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Geyser del Tatio - Next up, walk across the trails of this amazing geothermal field. Tatio Geysers are the largest group of geysers in the southern hemisphere and the third-largest in the world. At dawn, an impressive and wonderful show may be appreciated, generated by the violent steam flows that rise up to 10 Mts., reaching high temperatures. The Tatio spring waters is a natural thermal water pool rich in minerals!. After visiting them, you will go along the imposing Andes Mountain Range, and participate in the adventure of observing native plants and animals in their natural habitat. Your breakfast will be provided when the sun rises during this tour.
Tatio Geysers Entrance fee is only included on Semi-Private tour. Due to COVID, thermal bathing is not allowed - Machuca - On your way back, you will make several stops to take photos and see Altiplano flora and fauna. We will be able to spot the village of Machuca, but we will not visit it because of covid (older people live there). It is a small Atacama village located over 4,000 meters above sea level. In this village, the peasants live isolated from civilization, and their main activity is shepherding llamas and cheese production.
- Vado del Rio Putana - You will also have the opportunity to observe the Rio Putana bofedal (wetlands), which is a small valley full of native vegetation and wildlife. At the end of the trip, you will be driven back to San Pedro de Atacama. Notes: Schedules and the order of the visited attractions are estimated and may vary due to conditions of an operational nature such as bad weather, traffic, etc. Drop-off is at downtown area
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- Convenient hotel pick-up and downtown drop-off
- Comfortable in-vehicle air conditioning
- Complimentary breakfast
- Expert bilingual driver-guide assistance
- Gratuities
- Tatio Geyser Entrance Fee (included on our Private Tour)
Embark on this small group journey from San Pedro de Atacama for an intimate experience of the city’s prime attractions while avoiding large crowds. The escapade will take us to explore the site where Earth seemingly breathes out its ancient whispers. We will set off early to witness the daybreak illumination from the Tatio Geysers’ geothermal field, the planet’s highest. This unique destination is home to geysers and thermal springs, cohabiting with the coldest climates. We will utilize the early morning light to snap striking shots of the high mineral content bodies of water while savoring breakfast (included)! As we wind up, we will have a distant view of Machuca, an epitome of ancient Atacamenian towns, and Rio Putana wetlands, a small valley abundant in native plants and wildlife. Don’t miss out on this spectacular adventure!
- IMPORTANT: Passport name, number, nationality and date of birth are required at time of booking for all participants
- Please bring: Comfortable clothes, sunglasses, fleece in summer and jacket in winter, warm hat, sunscreen and water. You can also bring snacks
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements, restrictions or allergies at the time of booking. You may use the “Special Requirements” box for that matter
- IMPORTANT: this excursion is not allowed for pregnant women
- Please keep in mind that we will reach a height of 4320 m.a.s.l. so some people may suffer from altitude sickness
- People with hypertension problems; cardiac patients; those who have suffered embolism or edema
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.