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- Duration
- 4 days · 3 nights
- Trip type
- Nature | Adventure | Wildlife
- Group size
Overview
A spectacular nature and adventure journey through the otherworldly landscapes of the Atacama region, combining salt flats, high-altitude lagoons, volcanoes, valleys and geothermal wonders.
The journey travels from Calama to San Pedro De Atacama, exploring the Salt Mountain, Marte Valley, Moon Valley and the Atacama Salt Flat, where flamingoes inhabit Laguna Chaxa. Experiences continue through the villages of Toconao and Socaire to the high-altitude Menique and Miscanti lagoons within Reserva National Los Flamencos, followed by an early-morning visit to the Geysers del Tatio to witness steam columns at sunrise. The itinerary includes stays in San Pedro De Atacama and returns to Calama for departure.
The route
Day by day, at a glance
Day 1 · San Pedro de Atacama
Calama - San Pedro De Atacama
Day 2 · San Pedro de Atacama
San Pedro De Atacama
Day 3 · San Pedro de Atacama
San Pedro De Atacama
Day 4 · Calama
San Pedro De Atacama - Calama
Day by day
The itinerary
Day 1 · San Pedro de Atacama
Calama - San Pedro De Atacama
Upon arrival at airport in Chile, you will be warmly met by a representative, who will provide assistance and transfer to your accommodation to check-in. Activities: • Transfer to the village of San Pedro de Atacama through the Domekyo mountain range and the Salt Mountain range. • In the afternoon, visit the Salt Mountain, Marte Valley (also called Death Valley) and Moon Valley to admire the spectacular sunset reflected on this wonderful landscape nature’s own light show. Overnight: San Pedro De Atacama
Day 2 · San Pedro de Atacama
San Pedro De Atacama
Activities: • We will start by visiting the Atacama Salt Flat which is Chiles biggest Salt Flat and among one of the largest in the world. Here we will find laguna Chaxa where three different species of flamingoes live and breed. • We will also have the chance of visiting the picturesque village of Toconao where the most important attraction is the Bell Tower constructed in the classical atacamenian way. • After this we will visit the village of Socaire and the altiplanic lagoons of Menique and Miscanti located at 4.500 meters above sea level (14.850 feet above sea level). This area is a part of the Reserva National Los Flamencos(Flamingos National Reserve). These lagoons are surrounded by impressive volcanoes that were formed when the Andes Mountain Range rose from the sea through millions of years of evolution. Overnight: San Pedro De Atacama – (B, L)
Breakfast, LunchDay 3 · San Pedro de Atacama
San Pedro De Atacama
Activities: • Early departure from the hotel (4.00 AM) to the Geysers del Tatio. Breakfast box in the Geysers before a gentle guided walk around the geothermal field with observation of the natural phenomenon of the steam columns which are viewed at their best as the sun rises over the Andes Mountains. Return to San Pedro with spectacular views of the Torcopuri y Sairecabur volcanoes. • On returning to San Pedro, the rest of the day is at leisure. We suggest visiting the market in San Pedro. Overnight: San Pedro De Atacama – (B)
BreakfastDay 4 · Calama
San Pedro De Atacama - Calama
Departure: Transfer to the airport. (B) Meals as per itinerary: (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner) We can personalize this tour just for you! Call: 1 800 263 2995 / 416 391 0334 or complete form
Breakfast
Where you'll stay
Accommodations
Accommodation for this trip is tailored to your dates and travel style — your specialist will confirm the exact properties when shaping your itinerary.
How it works
Made to order
- Every Tourcan trip is built by a specialist, not a template — the route, hotels, and pace are tuned to how you want to travel.
- Dates are flexible. There are no fixed departures; we plan around your calendar.
- Quotes and bookings happen by phone and email with your specialist — no automated checkout, just a real conversation.
What's included
Inclusions and exclusions
Included
- Accommodations Per Person Sharing, including hotel taxes
- Arrival & departure transfers where applicable
- Local guides where applicable
- Meals per itinerary
- Park entrance fees and sightseeing fees where applicable
- Applicable transportation
Not included
- Airfare and air taxes
- Cancellation, baggage, travel and medical insurance
- Items of a personal nature such as baggage porterage, gratuities/tips, laundry, telephone calls, bottled water, etc.
- Visa and visa fees
- Optional sightseeing and activities
- Meals, beverages and services not mentioned in itinerary
- For additional information or reservations please complete QUOTE REQUEST form in side bar of this page or contact us directly to speak to one of our Destination Experts.
- We can personalize this tour just for you! Call: 1 800 263 2995 / 416 391 0334 or complete form
Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not included in the price of any Tourcan itinerary. We strongly recommend comprehensive coverage for trip cancellation, trip interruption, medical expenses, and baggage.