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Discover some of the most spectacular landscapes of the Chilean altiplano on a full-day excursion that brings together lagoons, salt flats, volcanoes and small Andean villages.The tour includes a visit to Laguna Chaxa, set in the heart of the Salar de Atacama and known as one of the main spots to watch flamingos and other birds characteristic of the area.
The route also takes in the striking Miscanti and Miñiques Altiplanic Lagoons, sitting above 4,100 metres and surrounded by volcanoes and sweeping mountain landscapes.
During the day you will also visit the traditional village of Socaire, where you can learn about part of the history and culture of the Atacameño communities.
Another of the great attractions is the Piedras Rojas Lookout, an extraordinary landscape of reddish volcanic formations that contrast with the turquoise waters and the mountains of the altiplano.
The excursion runs in small groups of up to 12 passengers, to offer a more comfortable, close and personalised experience.
Duration: Full day, approximately 10 hours.
Schedule
Departure from San Pedro de Atacama at 07:30 hrs.
Estimated return at 18:00 hrs.
Includes: Breakfast and lunch during the excursion.
Itinerary
07:30 hrs. approx. - Departure from your accommodation in San Pedro de Atacama
About 100 kilometres from Calama, the world's driest desert hides a small oasis called San Pedro de Atacama. It's an adobe town and dirt roads that have stolen the hearts of thousands of tourists for the charms of Atacameña and Spanish culture contained in each of its buildings. What do you say you come with me and we go around

Visit to Laguna Chaxa
We arrive past 3 pm, wearing a hat, sunglasses and lots of sunscreen, following the instructions of our guide Marcelo in order to avoid the high temperatures recorded in Chaxa Lagoon. (more…)

Visit to the Miscanti and Miñiques Altiplanic Lagoons
Over 4,100 meters above sea level and about 2 hours from San Pedro, these deep blue lagoons lie among the towering volcanoes of the Andes. (more…)

Visit to the altiplanic village of Socaire
Socaire is a town located in the second region of Antofagasta at 3500 meters above sea level (more…)

Visit to the Piedras Rojas Lookout
Located 160 km from San Pedro, near the Sico Pass, the Piedras Rojas viewpoint dazzles with its copper-colored volcanic rocks and breathtaking views of highland lagoons like Aguas Calientes and Tuyajto. (more…)
18:00 hrs. approx. - Return to your accommodation
About 100 kilometres from Calama, the world's driest desert hides a small oasis called San Pedro de Atacama. It's an adobe town and dirt roads that have stolen the hearts of thousands of tourists for the charms of Atacameña and Spanish culture contained in each of its buildings. What do you say you come with me and we go around
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Included
- Transport Service
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Bilingual Guide spanish/english
During excursions and departures mentioned in the itinerary - Passenger Transportation Insurance
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Expert advice and coordination
Personalized guidance and coordination of your experience via phone, email, webchat, WhatsApp, and scheduled video calls. -
Booking Fee – Reservation Management
Included in the final price. This fee covers the administrative expenses associated with managing and confirming the reservation, processing payments, and coordinating the service with local operators.
Not Included
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Entrance Fee Chaxa, Miscanti and Miñiques Lagoons and Piedras Rojas Viewpoint
CL$ 20 300
Payable at the destination.
Values per person. Payment only in cash. Nationals: CL$ 20300; Foreigners: CL$ 28750. - Medical, accident or travel insurance
Tickets and entrance fees payable at the destination are a direct contribution to the conservation of ecosystems and infrastructure, and support culture and the local community.
General Conditions
Safety Conditions of the Service
- Whether due to weather conditions or the state of the route (roads) not offering the minimum guarantees for a safe operation, our supplier reserves the right to cancel the service
Acceptance of the Risks of the Activity
- The passenger declares that they know and understand the risks involved in taking part in adventure tourism activities, which cannot be completely eliminated, even when the safety standards accredited to the service provider are met, standards whose purpose is to reduce the risks that carrying out this activity involves.
- It is the duty of the adventure tourism service provider to inform about the conditions and requirements for carrying out the activity, and likewise it is the duty of participants taking an adventure tourism service to properly inform themselves about the conditions under which the service is provided, about the minimum conditions the participant must meet before undertaking the activity, and to follow the instructions given by the company and the guide in charge of the activity.
Conditions for Minors
- The minimum age for minors to take the tours is 12 years
Commercial Conditions
Cancellation Policies
- Cancellations with 3 days or more before the service date: 90% refund.
- Cancellations with 2 days or less before the service date are not eligible for a refund.
Other Conditions
- Entrance tickets to National Parks or Reserves are not included in the price of the Tour
- Rates valid for services at the times indicated
- Services apply with a minimum number of passengers at the time of booking
- Rates per person subject to change.
- For safety and operational reasons, schedules may be modified without prior notice
- On Excursions, pick-up is at the hotel indicated.
- For transfer services, it applies from all hotels in San Pedro de Atacama (does not include Ayllus on the outskirts)
- Excursions with a bilingual Spanish and English guide
Our apply on everything not mentioned before.
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