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Full Day Tour to Pedernales and Maricunga Salt Flats from Copiapó

Immerse yourself in the high-altitude landscapes of the Atacama mountain range! You will visit the Pedernales Salt Flat and Maricunga Salt Flat, walking alongside salt surfaces and turquoise lagoons. The day includes transfers, panoramic stops, and a box lunch, with time to contemplate volcanoes, high plateau plains, and photograph the surroundings.

General information

Free cancellation

Full refund if you cancel within the deadline. Check availability for more details.

Duration 12 Hours

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Guide

Spanish

Transport included

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What to expect

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Pick up at your accommodation within the urban area of Copiapó

Pick up at your accommodation within the urban area of Copiapó

30 Minutes
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Scenic route to the Atacama mountain range

Journey through desert and mountain landscapes with views of peaks and volcanoes, adjusting the travel pace to the altitude.

3 Hours
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Photo stop at the Puquios Ruins

Brief stop to observe the surroundings and take photographs at a historical and scenic point of interest on the route.

20 Minutes
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Scenic stop at Vega de San Andrés

View of a high Andean meadow area, ideal for a short break and landscape contemplation.

25 Minutes
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Visit to the Pedernales Salt Flat

Time to walk along the edges of the salt flat, appreciate its white and turquoise tones, and photograph the high plateau landscape.

1 Hour 28 Minutes
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Box lunch with a view of the high mountain range

Rest break to share the box lunch in a panoramic setting, taking care to stay hydrated and warm.

45 Minutes
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Viewpoints of volcanoes and mountain range

Panoramic stops to observe the Doña Inés volcano and other peaks of the Atacama mountain range.

40 Minutes
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Visit to the Maricunga Salt Flat

Tour and time for photographs at one of the largest salt flats in the area, with opportunities to observe the high Andean environment.

1 Hour 15 Minutes
9
Return to Copiapó

Return by the same route with brief stops depending on the day's and group's conditions.

3 Hours 20 Minutes
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Drop off at your accommodation within the urban area of Copiapó

Estimated arrival in Copiapó and drop off at accommodation within the urban area.

30 Minutes

What you should know

What to bring
  • Trekking shoes or sneakers with thick soles
  • Base layer
  • Windbreaker
  • Sunscreen
Not allowed
  • Animals
  • Alcohol
Important information
  • Minimum age: 15 years old
  • A minimum of 3 participants is required for the activity to take place. If this number is not reached, it will be rescheduled for another date or a refund will be issued

What is included

  • Round trip transfer from Copiapó
  • Box lunch
  • Guide

What is not included

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Location

Copiapó, Atacama, Chile: Copiapó, Atacama, Chile

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