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Immerse yourself in one of Chile's most magical landscapes. This small-group tour from San Pedro de Atacama takes you to the turquoise-colored desert lagoon, Laguna Cejar. The lagoon's high salt content allows you to effortless float on its surface while taking in the natural beauty of its surroundings. You'll also visit the nearby lagoons of Ojos de Salar and Laguna Tebenquich.

Explore the universe like never before under one of the clearest skies on the planet. After a short drive from San Pedro, you will arrive at a private site equipped with professional telescopes. Guided by a bilingual expert, you’ll learn how to identify constellations, star clusters, distant galaxies and planets, based on their position in the night sky. Be amazed by the majesty of the Milky Way as you sip a cocktail and snack under the vastness of the Atacama Desert. This experience includes 2 professional photos to take with you the memory of a magical night. Maximum height: 2,400 m.s.l. Includes: Group telescope, bilingual guide, cocktail and snack, 2 professional photos. Estimated duration: 2 hours. Important note: The cocktail includes alcoholic and non-alcoholic options. Alcoholic beverages are only offered to travellers over 18 years of age (in accordance with Chilean law). Minors will receive non-alcoholic beverages.

Discover the 7 hidden lagoons of Baltinache to see the crystal-clear waters between rock and sand formations on a guided trip from San Pedro de Atacama. The hidden lagoons are 1 hour away from San Pedro.

Explore the lunar landscape that will captivate you with its colorful geology. Discover interesting rock formations composed of naturally occurring minerals, including Las Tres Marías created by wind erosion over many decades. See other sights like Duna Mayor, Amphitheater, and Piedra del Coyote. At the end of the day, watch the sunset from an exceptional vantage point overlooking the valley. Enjoy a panoramic view of the rugged beauty of the Atacama Desert and see the gorgeous colors of the sky as the sun gradually sets. We will end the trip with an incredible sunset, celebrating this moment with delicious drinks and snacks for us to enjoy.

It is a desert area, a geomorphological marvel. Our ancestors called it Las Salinas today known known worldwide as Valle de la Luna, surrounded by a set of landscapes of incomparable beauty that resemble a fragment of the lunar landscape to which it owes its name. In 1982 it was declared a Nature Sanctuary and is part of the Los Flamencos National Reserve in this place you can see a geological spectacle of great interest, especially when sunrise and sunset. During your visit you can contemplate: the famous natural formation known by our ancestors as Los Tres Watchmen today called Las Tres Marías, Duna Mayor; majestic body of sand and viewpoints such as; Quebrada Honda where the famous Piedra del Coyote (Mirador de Ckari) is located. Altitude 2,407 masl. approx.

Live a magical night in the Atacama Desert, one of the best places in the world to observe the sky. Far from light pollution, you contemplate stars, planets, nebulae and the Milky Way with professional telescopes, guided by an expert astronomer who turns the universe into an easy to understand and fascinating experience. The tour includes astrophotography, with unforgettable records under the starry sky, and a desert picnic with hot drinks and the traditional Chilean Pisco Sour. On full moon nights, the experience adapts to the Astrolunar, revealing stunning details of the lunar surface. A unique experience that unites science, nature and emotion perfect for those who want to delight in the sky of Atacama. Pick-up between 19:30 and 23:00 - we will contact to confirm.

One of the most stunning landscapes in the desert Generally named by travelers as the most incredible tour in the region, Piedras Rojas y Lagunas Altiplanicas has a magic that you have to try to understand. Get ready to experience the best of San Pedro de Atacama! *Attention* The entrance ticket to the park is not included in the price of the tour and must be paid separately in person at the agency.

Besides being the best tour to acclimate with the height, Piedras Rojas is the most complete tour of San Pedro. They will enjoy various types of landscapes and volcanic formations, high salt flats, atacama salt flats, volcanoes, lakes, fauna and rich flora. That tour is a must in Atacama.

This is a classic tour of San Pedro de Atacama. You cannot stop visiting the most impressive landscapes of the desert.

Discover the magic of the Valley of the Moon: a reality-defying experience Embark on a fascinating journey through the surreal landscape of the Atacama Desert. Our tour to the Valley of the Moon is not only an excursion, it is a total immersion in an environment that seems to be taken from another planet. Walk among monumental dunes, rock formations shaped by centuries of wind and terrain reminiscent of the lunar surface. What really makes this tour stand out is the sunset: from privileged viewpoints, you will see how the light transforms the desert into a vivid palette of deep golds, deep oranges and soft pinks. It's a magical moment that will be etched in your memory... and on your camera. Ideal for nature lovers, adventurous travelers and photography enthusiasts.

Discover the third largest geothermal field in the world and the largest in the southern hemisphere in the Atacama Desert. At 13,780 feet (4,200 meters) above sea level, the Tatio Geysers are a natural wonder that will take your breath away, in more ways than one. Depart early in the morning, before sunrise, after pickup from your hotel. Arrive early at the geysers for a chance to observe the contrast between sunrise and steam from the heat of the magma-affected waters. After sunrise, savor a full breakfast of bread, cheese, ham, scrambled eggs, coffee, chocolate, milk, and jam. After you've eaten, spend more time exploring the 80 geysers around the national park. From there, ride through the Putana Valley. See endemic flora and fauna, and stop at a lagoon to see flamingos before heading back to your hotel.

Thanks to its bone-dry climate and lack of light pollution, the night skies in San Pedro de Atacama are some of the best in the world. This stargazing tour combines telescope observation and astronomical storytelling for the ultimate evening experience, with hot chocolate and blankets to keep you warm.

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 Atacama Desert has one of the cleanest and clearest skies on the planet, internationally recognized for its quality for stargazing. Secondly, the use of high-end, computerized and manual telescopes makes it possible to observe planets, clusters, galaxies and stars with great clarity, appreciating their shapes and colors in an unrivalled way. Another key aspect is the specialized guide, which provides clear, dynamic and didactic explanations, adapted to all audiences. In addition, the use of an astronomical laser pointer facilitates the identification of the main constellations of the southern hemisphere, providing an educational and entertaining value. This combination of exceptional sky, advanced technology and professional accompaniment ensures an immersive astrotourism experience that is hard to match. All this accompanied by food and drinks to make the activity more relaxed and comforting.

Travel to another planet: Explore the vastness of the Valley of the Moon Get ready to live an experience that seems like something out of this world. Just a few minutes from San Pedro de Atacama, is the Valley of the Moon, a place where time, wind and minerals have carved a natural setting that defies imagination. With its arid geography, stark textures and changing hues, this valley strongly evokes the lunar surface... without leaving Earth. This tour takes you to one of the most emblematic landscapes of northern Chile, within the Salt Range, where you can walk among ancient geological formations and discover iconic places such as Las Tres Marías, natural sculptures sculpted by erosion; the majestic Duna Mayor, a sea of sand suspended in the silence of the desert; and the Mirador de Kari, one of the most impressive points to watch as the sun bathes with its last rays the mountains.

The white color of the salt flats contrasts with the opaque, rustic and classic brown shades of the desert. This already perfect experience can only be improved with the presence of vicuñas and flamingos, part of the beautiful local fauna, and a delicious lunch in the open air. Simply unforgettable.

Enjoy a magical night in the Atacama Desert, just 15 minutes from San Pedro, where light pollution is nonexistent and silence reigns. Under the vastness of the Milky Way, the evening begins with a talk about the sky and its wonders. A professional photographer will capture your moment with a high-resolution panorama. Observe 8-10 celestial objects through state-of-the-art telescopes, including galaxies and nebulae, with detailed explanations from an expert guide. Finally, relax with a snack and a cocktail of wine as you gaze across the starry sky.

The photo tour is an opportunity to reconnect with the vastness of the universe, with the beauty of the night, with the cosmic past, with the ancestral knowledge that has been passed down through generations, with the curiosity of science, with the stellar present, with people from all over the world and with the magic of the Atacama Desert. To achieve this connection we have certified guides with passion and knowledge about the sky and its mysteries, restrooms and blankets to be able to observe the night sky in complete comfort, a 12-inch telescope for guided observation where the objects of the night sky will be shown when you visit us, a spacious place to take photographs along with a photographer specialized in the art of astrophotography, professional drivers and safe and comfortable vehicles tailored to the group, and of course, the desert sky, one of the cleanest skies on the entire planet.

We will explore the dunes in the salt mountain range, where you will learn about the lunar desert landscape and how it got its unique aesthetic. Next, we will travel to the Valley of the Abandoned Bus, also known as the 'Magic Bus'. Iconic for its rustic look and perfect setting, you can take advantage of this time to capture the perfect photo. We will end the trip with an incredible sunset, celebrating this moment with delicious drinks and snacks for us to enjoy.

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Hidden Lagoons of Baltinache, nestled in the heart of the Atacama Desert. As you embark on this adventure, prepare to be mesmerized by the surreal landscape and tranquil waters of these natural wonders. The journey begins with a pick-up service from your accommodation, ensuring a hassle-free start to your day. You will be transferred to the entrance of the lagoons, where your bilingual guide will accompany you throughout the tour, providing insightful commentary along the way. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by the stunning view of the hidden lagoons, shimmering in various shades of blue against the arid desert backdrop. Take a moment to marvel at the beauty of nature as you explore the area and learn about its geological formations.

Keep your camera to hand as you journey through the startling landscapes of the Rainbow Valley on this morning excursion from San Pedro de Atacama. Learn more about the unique geology and mineral-rich rocks of Rainbow Valley than you would from the guidebook alone, as you weave your way through the multi-colored rock formations. Next, take a peek at the pre-Columbian ruins of Hierbas Buenas, famed for its ancient petroglyphs.

Valle Arcoiris shelters some of the most interesting landscapes in the Atacama desert. During an hour of travel, you will hear interesting historical facts about this place and the places we will pass through. First we will stop to observe some petroglyphs made by indigenous tribes hundreds of years ago. Then we will continue to the Valley to visit its colorful mountains, dry waterfalls and interesting rock formations caused by wind erosion. Later, we will serve you breakfast with a variety of local food and then take a short walk in the area. Important: The order of the places to visit is subject to change on the same day of the tour.

This plan is for those who visit San Pedro de Atacama for 3 days, their flight to Calama arrives on Day 1 of the program and their flight from Calama departs on Day 3. Day 1 Valley of the Moon Tours pickup 3:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. 8:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.: Astrophotographic Tour. Day 2 07:30 to 13:00: Full day Piedras Rojas and Altiplanic Lagoons. pickup ; between 07.30 to 08:00. Day 3 Tatio Geysers. Pickup: 04:30 to 05.00