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This small-group tour departs from San Pedro de Atacama and takes you to the highlights of the Atacama Desert highlands in one day. Have breakfast at the Miscanti and Miñiques altiplanic lagoons at 4,200 m above sea level, then see the uniquely colored stones and salt flat scenery of Piedras Rojas at the Salar de Talar. You will also visit Socaire, a village of the Atacameño people, and Chaxa Lagoon on the Salar de Atacama, home to flamingos. Breakfast and lunch are included, so you can enjoy the day with ease.
After pickup from your accommodation in San Pedro de Atacama at around 6:00–6:30 AM, travel for about 1 hour by van in a small group of up to 14 people. Your first stop is the Miscanti and Miñiques altiplanic lagoons at 4,200 m above sea level. Walk along the shore while listening to your guide, enjoy breakfast surrounded by the lagoon scenery, and observe the local flora and fauna.
Next, head to the Salar de Talar, home to Piedras Rojas. Spend about 1 hour exploring with your guide and take in the landscape where uniquely colored stones meet the salt flat.
Travel to Socaire, a highland village of the Atacameño people, and learn about the local culture as you see its terraced fields and village church. You will have about 30 minutes to explore the village freely.
Head to the Salar de Atacama, the largest salt flat in Chile. Chaxa Lagoon, inside the National Flamingo Reserve, is home to three species of flamingos and other animals, and lunch is served nearby. Then stop at Toconao for a rest and photos before returning to San Pedro de Atacama at around 4:00 PM.
※ The itinerary and order of visits may change depending on local conditions.
Meeting point :
Hotel pickup in San Pedro de Atacama
Meeting point information:
Pickup takes place at the hotel or designated pickup point selected at booking. Please check the voucher provided after your booking is confirmed for the exact pickup location and time.
Pickup is only available from accommodations in central San Pedro de Atacama. If your accommodation is outside the pickup area, you will be informed of a meeting point (Casa Quitor).
The tour ends in San Pedro de Atacama.
San Pedro de Atacama, Antofagasta, Chile