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Experience the beauty of the Tatio Geysers in the Andes mountain ranges at your own pace with this private tour from San Pedro de Atacama. Suitable for private groups of up to six people, your guide will take you to see the geysers after the tour groups have all left. You’ll also visit hidden hot springs and secret spots and enjoy a much more in-depth experience than on a conventional tour (entry fees not included).

This tour takes us to see many of the landscapes of the desert highlands. It is a tour with very beautiful landscapes that look like paintings. The tour goes from 2000 meters high to 4500 meters so the landscapes and vegetation change. A tour full of mountains, flamingos, vicuñas and very beautiful places.

Our excursion to Toconao and the Salar de Atacama will take you to explore beautiful natural landscapes to discover the native fauna and flora, as well as an old town, witness of the Atacameña culture & nbsp; Among the places of interest we will visit are: a National Reserve the Flamingos and the Chaxa lagoon and the town of Toconao. Definitely a ride not to be missed.

Explore Chile's lush Elqui Valley on a private shore excursion from your La Serena port of call. Set out for this stunning region where the bulk of Chilean pisco is produced, stopping first at Puclaro, an artificial reservoir offerings spectacular views of the area. Next tour a pisco factory, learn about the distillation process of this national spirit and enjoy a sampling or two before continuing on to Vicuña, the birthtown of poet Gabriela Mistral. Peruse the Gabriela Mistral museum, then enjoy lunch in Villaseca before returning to port.

Escape the tourist trail on this full-day tour from Arica, and explore the wild landscapes and archaeological wonders of Chile’s far north. Discover the sweeping valleys and volcanic peaks of the Lauca National Park; spot rare birds around Chungará Lake and visit the historic villages of Parinacota and Putre. After lunch (included), journey back through the Lluta Valley stopping to admire the mysterious geoglyphs and view the towering candelabrum cacti in Los Cardones Ravine.

Explore some of the Atacama Desert's most striking landscapes on this day-tour from San Pedro de Atacama. In a small group of no more than 15 guests, swap the hustle and bustle of town for an otherworldly desert experience as you explore salt flats, lagoons, the slopes of volcanoes, and landscapes painted in all the colors of the rainbow.

Where did we all come from and where are we all going? Answers to such questions come easy to astronomers. Expand your mind while learning about and observing the expanding universe in one of the best places in the world to view the night sky for its low levels of light pollution.

Visit the home of Chile’s famous Pisco Sour on this full-day, small-group tour of the Elqui Valley from La Serena, including hotel pickup. Uncover the cosmic secrets of the Cochiguaz Valley; tour a Pisco production plant; and indulge in an expert-led Pisco tasting. After tucking into a traditional lunch (included) at a local restaurant, spend time exploring Vicuña, the hometown of Nobel Prize winning poet Gabriela Mistral.

Spend a day exploring the Atacama Desert on this small-group tour, led by an English-speaking guide. You'll see flamingos at Los Flamencos National Reserve, explore the Atacama Salt Flats, and take an hour-long hike toward the Piedras Rojas, named for its red-hued stones, with included hotel pick-up, breakfast, and lunch along the way.

Experience the unearthly splendor of the Chilean desert landscape on an afternoon and evening tour from San Pedro de Atacama. Float in the unique Cejar Lagoon, famed for its exorbitant salt concentration; admire the proximate lagoons of Ojos del Salar, renowned for their distinct appearance of eyes; and watch a spectacular sunset over the desert while sipping sweet pisco sours.

Discover the natural splendor of the Atacama Salt Flats on a full-day tour from San Pedro de Atacama. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, visit the luminescent salt flats of Soncor; observe fabulous flocks of brightly colored flamingos in Los Flamenco National Park; and explore the luscious lagoons of Miscanti and Miniques. Feast upon a traditional Chilean lunch in the charming village of Socaire, and browse the bespoke boutiques of Tocanao for special souvenirs and artisan treasures.

Our excursion to the Salar de Atacama and Altiplanic Lagoons will take you to visit the different high-altitude lagoons, to observe its beautiful landscapes and discover the native fauna and flora. Among the places of interest we will visit are the Flamencos National Reserve and the Chaxa Lagoon; Miscanti and Miñique lagoons, located more than 4,000 meters above sea level and the town of Toconao. Definitely a ride not to be missed!

Marvel over the startling topography of Chile’s Valle de la Luna (Valley of the Moon) on this 4-hour afternoon tour from San Pedro de Atacama. Keep your camera close to hand as you journey through the desert, past unique rock formations and mesmerizing multi-hued cliffs. Discover the park’s geological wonders as you peek inside a salt cave, see natural landmarks like the Tres Marias statues, then watch the sunset from the top of the Great Dune.

Get up close to Chile’s coastal wildlife on this full-day tour from La Serena, including hotel pick-up. Drive past vibrant fields of desert wildflowers (depending on the season), then cruise around the windswept Gull, Choros and Damas islands. After spotting bottlenose dolphins, sea lions and penguins at the Humboldt Penguins National Reserve, tuck into a delicious seafood lunch (included), then spend time relaxing on the islands’ white sand beaches.

Experience the wonder of the universe on this astronomic tour of the night skies in San Pedro de Atacama. Learn about the stars, planets and galaxies visible from the Earth in this special Dark Sky area, and about how the indigenous Atacaman people—the Likan Antay or Atacameños—read the sky and use their findings in their beliefs and culture.

Atacama Desert, the driest place on earth, towards one of its most picturesque points: the Valley of the Moon. The names already give a clear clue to the landscape, where rock formations modeled by erosion, salt mantles, the Duna Mayor and views that will make you feel like on another planet reign. We will cross the valley transversally, visiting its famous rock formations: the Tres Marías, the Canyon and the Amphitheater. To finish the tour, we will enjoy the sunset from the Licarantay viewpoint, where you can see how the desert is changing color, with large volcanoes on the horizon, offering a spectacle. The entrance to the Valley of the Moon must be purchased online, no later than one day before the start of the excursion until 6:00 p.m. https://compras.puntoticket.com/tickets/es/valle-de-la-moon

Fall in love with the beautiful range of colors and textures that you will find traveling through unparalleled landscapes. Visit Atacameño petrophiles.

This plan is for those who visit San Pedro de Atacama for 3 days, that their flight to Calama arrives on Day 1 of the program and their flight from Calama leaves on Day 3. A unique experience to visit the unmissable places of the Atacama desert

The soil of San Pedro de Atacama brings together the most different types of stones and minerals, and it is the combination of many of them that results in the colors that can be seen in the Rainbow Valley. In addition, you will have the opportunity to observe petroglyphs, dating back hundreds of years, drawn on the murals of Hierbas Buenas. *Attention* The entrance ticket to the park is not included in the tour price and must be paid separately in person at the agency.

The third largest geothermal field in the world - and the first in the southern hemisphere - is located in San Pedro de Atacama. In the first hour of dawn we reached 4,200m high to walk through the geysers at their busiest time, while on the way down, we took advantage of the beautiful landscapes, flora and fauna of the plateau. *Attention* The entrance ticket to the park is not included in the tour price and must be paid separately in person at the agency.

This 4-day tour of the Atacama Desert takes the planning and guesswork out of exploring the region’s highlights. Your guide accompanies you to the otherworldly landscape and salt caves at Valle de la Luna (Moon Valley), vibrantly colored red rock formations Chaxa Lagoon, and off-the-beaten-track sites that you might miss on your own. All transportation is included with daily hotel pickup and drop-off, so you can choose your own accommodation and meals to suit your tastes.

Discover the driest place on earth by bike on a 9-hour fat biking tour of the Atacama Desert from Iquique. In a small-group limited to four, you’ll embark on a 10-mile (16-km) ride over the dunes of the Atacama Desert. A flat downhill route and fat-tire bike means you’ll be able to travel safely and at high-speeds throughout the tour. All equipment, water, and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

We will visit the wonderful Altiplanic, Miscanti and Miñiques Lagoons. We will be able to get closer to the local culture in the highland town of Socaire. We will observe the Salar de Atacama from above, and we will enjoy beautiful landscapes and ravines. At the same time, we will be amazed at the impressive Piedras Rojas Viewpoint. Surreal landscapes, a painting that is a gift from nature We will visit the national flamingo reserve, Laguna Chaxa With our agency you will live an incredible experience, we differentiate ourselves by having separate drivers and guides, new and comfortable vehicles and premium food With our team you only have to worry about enjoying yourself! We are specialists in tourist destinations in San Pedro de Atacama.

Most visitors to San Pedro de Atacama only see the wonders of the surrounding Atacama Desert on a day trip. Get a more in-depth view on this two-day excursion. Explore the desert's spectacular landscapes, including the Moon Valley and El Tatio geysers, and choose from three different types of accommodation to suit your budget.