- San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
- February through March
- 4 days, 3 nights
"I saw more stars in the night sky in one night than I did in my entire life... combined."
"I saw more stars in the night sky in one night than I did in my entire life... combined."
"I saw more stars in the night sky in one night than I did in my entire life... combined."
"I saw more stars in the night sky in one night than I did in my entire life... combined."
"I saw more stars in the night sky in one night than I did in my entire life... combined."
"I saw more stars in the night sky in one night than I did in my entire life... combined."
"I saw more stars in the night sky in one night than I did in my entire life... combined."
Trip in a Nutshell
The Atacama desert is one of the most unexpectedly gorgeous place in the world. It may have never rained in some areas of this desert land, but the place is a freaking oasis of natural beauty. From volcanoes, dunes & canyons to salt flats, lakes and geysers it's harder to find a sight that isn't stunning. To top it off, you can literally see the shape of the Milky Way on a Atacama night sky. Based out of the quaintsy tourist town of San Pedro de Atacama, where operators willing to show you the sights are falling over each other to get your money, not many others (if any) can give you the true cultural context of this ancient, historic and barren land like these guys.
Bragability Factor
- The largest geyser field in the southern hemisphere
- Sunset at Valle de Luna with stunning views of a moon-like barren landscape
- Floating in waters about as salty as than the Dead Sea
- Kickass views of Chile's most active volcano from the second largest salt-flats in the world
- An opportunity to really understand the culture behind indigenous Atacama
Day 1
- Hike through Valle de la Muerte (Death Valley)
- Views of the Atacama Salt Flats
- Dune bashing
- Exploring a local Atacama village and culture
- Traditional lunch at the village
- Sunset hike through Valle de La Luna (Moon Valley)
- Andean astronomy star-gazing experience
- Early, early morning trek through the Geysers of Tatio
- Visit to thermal springs
- Llama skewers for lunch
- A visit to the local handcrafts market
- A free evening
- A trip to Talar Salt Flats
- Visit to a small Atacamenian village to explore the traditions and cuisine of the Atacama culture
- A visit to the Altiplano Lgoons
- Sunset at the Atacama Salt Flats with a view of the most active volcano in Chile
What's included?
- Entrances to all parks
- Transportation to and from all excursions What's not?
- Accomodation in San Pedro de Atacama (readily available and bookable on the internet)
- It can get rather cold at night. Warm clothes are advisable.
- Temperature on the sunrise/sunset tours can drop to 20ºF/-5ºC so be prepared with a couple of pairs of socks, warm jacket, scarf and hat.
- Altitude can be a problem. The village of San Pedro de Atacama is already at 8,000 feet above sea level. Some of the attractions can be at up to 12,000 feet above sea level. Most people are fine, but if you are worried, consult with your doctor for preventative options prior to the trip.
- UV Rays are strong in the desert. Pack sunglasses, sunblock, a hat and long sleeves shirts.
- Pack a flashlight
- Pack a swimsuit for thermal springs and the salt lakes
- Water from your body evaporates at a rapid pace in the desert. Stay hydrated! Always carry a water bottle.
- Unlike the rest of Chile, it is not okay to drink the local tap water due to the mineral content.
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