Package of 5 tours in San Pedro de Atacama designed to explore the main desert landscapes in just three days. Visit valleys, salt flats, geysers, and high plateau lagoons with shared services. The experience combines nature, culture, and progressive altitude adaptation. Ideal to make the most of your stay in the desert.
What to expect
We start the experience with a comfortable transfer from the accommodation in San Pedro de Atacama, ensuring a timely start for this unique adventure.
1 HourWe will begin the tour at the Yerbas Buenas Petroglyphs, where we will learn about the archaeological history of the area. Then we will proceed to Rainbow Valley to enjoy its colorful hills and unique geological formations.
3 HoursWe end the experience with the transfer back to the agency, closing a morning full of nature, history, and unique landscapes.
1 HourWe start the experience from the Agency with a shared transfer to the Moon Valley.
20 MinutesWe will observe the impressive Amphitheater formation to understand its geological origin, followed by a walk to the Major Dune that offers panoramic views of the desert. After a photo stop at the Three Marys, we will transfer to the Ckari Viewpoint (Coyote Rock). There we will have one hour to contemplate the sunset and see how the light transforms the landscape before returning.
2 Hours 30 MinutesReturn to the Agency, concluding this unique experience in the Atacama desert.
20 MinutesWe start the experience with a comfortable transfer from the accommodation in San Pedro de Atacama, ensuring a timely start for this unique adventure.
1 HourGuided tour through the geothermal field to understand its geological relevance, followed by an outdoor breakfast with panoramic views. The journey continues with stops to observe wildlife (vicuñas and flamingos) and ends with a cultural visit to the picturesque village of Machuca.
3 Hours 30 MinutesWe end the experience with the transfer back to the agency, closing a morning full of nature, history, and unique landscapes.
1 HourWe start the experience from the Agency with a shared transfer to the Atacama Salt Flat.
30 MinutesWe will begin by immersing ourselves in the turquoise waters of Laguna Cejar, where the high salinity allows a unique natural flotation experience, with time to use showers after the bath. Then, we will visit the Eyes of the Salt Flat, two deep freshwater wells that contrast with the arid surroundings, finishing at Laguna Tebenquiche. There, the guide will explain the ecological importance of the area while we share an outdoor snack, watching how the sunset colors reflect on the water mirror and the mountain range.
3 Hours 45 MinutesWe conclude the experience with the return to the agency, ending a journey marked by nature and desert contrasts.
30 MinutesWe start the experience with a comfortable transfer from the accommodation in San Pedro de Atacama, ensuring a timely start for this unique adventure.
2 HoursWe will begin the tour at the Miscanti and Miñiques Altiplanic Lagoons, where we will enjoy a unique volcanic environment. Then we will visit the Piedras Rojas Viewpoint and the Aguas Calientes Salt Flat to admire their turquoise hues. We will continue to the town of Socaire and Laguna Chaxa in the Atacama Salt Flat to observe flamingos in their natural habitat.
8 Hours 30 MinutesReturn to the Agency, concluding this unique day in the Atacama desert.
2 HoursWhat you should know
- Comfortable and windproof clothing for the afternoons
- Layered thermal clothing, gloves and hat for Tatio Geysers
- Swimsuit, towel and sandals for Laguna Cejar
- Trekking shoes or closed sneakers
- Pets
- Use of drones in protected areas
- Consuming alcohol inside the parks
- Smoking in protected wild areas
- Tickets for entry to sites or parks to be visited are not included.
- Laguna Cejar is closed on Tuesdays for maintenance.
What is included
- Shared Rainbow Valley Tour (pickup at accommodation)
- Shared Moon Valley Tour (departure from the agency)
- Shared Tatio Geysers Tour (pickup at accommodation)
- Shared Laguna Cejar Tour (departure from the agency)
- Shared Piedras Rojas Tour (pickup at accommodation)
- Bilingual guide (Spanish and English)
- Breakfast on Rainbow Valley excursion
- Breakfast on Tatio Geysers excursion
- Snack on Laguna Cejar excursion
- Breakfast and lunch on Piedras Rojas excursion
- Drop off in downtown San Pedro de Atacama at the end of each excursion.
What is not included
- Entry to Rainbow Valley (approx. $10,000 CLP). Must be paid in cash at the park entrance.
- Entry to Moon Valley (approx. $10,800 CLP). Must be purchased before the tour at valledelaluna.com
- Entry to Tatio Geysers (approx. $15,000 CLP). Must be paid in cash at the agency 12 hours before the first tour departure. If the tour is missed, the entry ticket will not be refunded.
- Entry to Laguna Cejar (approx. $21,000 CLP). Must be paid in cash at the agency 12 hours before the first tour departure. If the tour is missed, the entry ticket will not be refunded.
- Entry to Piedras Rojas (approx. $28,750 CLP for foreign tourists and approx. $20,300 for national tourists). Must be paid in cash at the agency 12 hours before the first tour departure. If the tour is missed, the entry ticket will not be refunded.
- Accommodation
- Food not mentioned
