PIEDRAS ROJAS, LAGUNAS ALTIPLÁNICAS Y LAGUNA CHAXA

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Explore the Atacama Desert on a guided tour from San Pedro. Visit the picturesque village of Toconao, admire the Laguna Chaxa, hike to the Salar de Aguas Calientes, and stop at the Altiplano Lagoons.

Highlights

  • Discover the beauty of the Atacama Desert on a guided tour from San Pedro
  • Visit the picturesque village of Toconao and enjoy a delicious breakfast
  • Explore the Laguna Chaxa and admire the stunning views of the salt flats
  • Hike to the Salar de Aguas Calientes and take in the breathtaking scenery
  • Stop at the Altiplano Lagoons of Miscanti and Miñiques and take photos

Description

Embark on a full-day tour of the Atacama Salt Flats and the Altiplano Lagoons. Enjoy breakfast in Toconao, visit the Chaxa Lagoon, and explore the Salar de Aguas Calientes. Admire the Miscanti and Miñiques Lagoons, and stop at the Tropic of Capricorn. Start your day with a hotel pickup and head to Toconao. Enjoy a delicious breakfast in the picturesque town. Continue to the Chaxa Lagoon and take a 20-minute break to admire its beauty. Travel to the high-altitude town of Socaire and take in the stunning views of the Atacama Salt Flats. Ascend to 3,800 meters above sea level and start a 1-hour and 15-minute hike to the Salar de Aguas Calientes. Explore the area for 30 minutes before returning to the vehicle. Visit the Miscanti and Miñiques Lagoons and take the opportunity to walk around and photograph the stunning landscape. Make a final stop at the Tropic of Capricorn before returning to San Pedro de Atacama. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.

Includes

Hotel pickup (urban area only) Shared transportation Bilingual guide (Spanish and English) Breakfast Lunch

Important Information

  • Wear warm clothes and comfortable walking shoes Bring a hat and sunglasses for sun protection Apply sunscreen before the tour Carry snacks and water for the journey Avoid consuming alcohol and red meat the night before the tour Bring cash for entrance fees Not recommended for pregnant women, those with uncontrolled hypertension, or children under 10 years old

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