Altiplanic lagoons and Atacama Salt Flat full-day trip with lunch

San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
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Overview
Languages
English, Spanish
Voucher type
mobile
What To Expect

Your day trip from San Pedro de Atacama begins with hotel pickup. Start the excursion with breakfast in the Tambillo forest, a particular forest of a tree called Tamarugo that grows in the middle of the desert. Then visit the Chaxa lagoon, located in the Salar de Atacama, a lagoon of spectacular beauty that is divided into several mirrors of water, where a large number of flamingos live. It is the largest salt flat in Chile, where the Flamingos National Reserve is located.Discover the Chaxa lagoon to observe different types of flamingos, as well as other species that inhabit the lagoons of the to Salt. Then go through the towns of Toconao and Socaire, built with stone of volcanic origin. Arrive at Los Flamencos National Reserve, where you can explore the altiplanic lagoons, two lagoons over 4,000 meters high at the foot of two large volcanoes, and finally the Salar de Aguas Calientes, a salt flat with beautiful contrasts of turquoise and calypso colors, and next to the Piedras Rojas viewpoint, a stone platform that owes its name to its reddish color product of iron oxidation.After your incredible experience in the Atacama Salt Flat, return to San Pedro de Atacama. The drop-off will be at the city center.

What to remember

Important info

Extra fees to be paid on-site:

  • An additional surcharge of approximately 23.000 clp p/ person for admission to Altiplanic Lagoon is payable on the day of the tour

Know in advance:

  • Please contact the local operator at least 48 hours prior to the departure date of the tour to reconfirm the date of travel and the pick-up details. You will find their contact information on the voucher after booking
  • The pick-up time is between 06:00 to 06:40, it may vary from 07:00 to 07:40 in case there is no availability in the early hours. The local tour provider will confirm the pickup time the day before
  • Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a jacket in cooler months
  • Infants are allowed to visit the lagoons but be aware of the altitude before going, it is the parents' responsibility in case of any inconvenient
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What's included
included-item
Guided tour of Altiplanic Lagoons and Atacama Salt Flat (Bilingual guide English/Spanish). Lunch. Hotel pick-up
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What's not included
excluded-items
Tips (optional). Hotel drop-off. Entrance ticket
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Highlights

Discover the Altiplanic Lagoons with an expert guide. Admire unique landscapes with millenary stories. See the unique flora and fauna that are only found in these protected areas. Enjoy a traditional lunch

Cancellation Policy
can-cancel You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
Grayline Chile
Meeting Point

The hotel pick-up is included only in accommodation near the city center. If your accommodation is in the allyus please contact the local tour provider.