Top Activities on the Ground in San Pedro de Atacama

We will make observation of the deep sky through high-end, computerized and manual telescopes with which we will make an equatorial and azumuthal sweep of the objects visible during the night in Atacama, depending on the time of the year we can observe: planets, open clusters and closed, galaxies and stars. Where we can distinguish its shape and colors with great ease. Add to the explanatory scientific talk of our astronomy guides Patricio and Nathan who seek to dynamically and didactically deliver the scientific information of the universe. We can also relate the visible constellations of the southern hemisphere with the help of a laser pointer. If you like to know about the Andean archeology-astronomy of Latin America, you should ask for an explanation from Patricio, who is the speaker in the explanatory talk about how our American ancestors related the cosmos to the geographical and cultural zone.

The cosmos vision and traditions from the ancient people seamlessly combined with technology, computerized telescopes, augmented reality tablets & current catalog with the best deep sky objects. We are located in the first settlement where the Atacama people emerged, with privileged clear night skies and a noise and light free experience. Magical moments that will be immortalized with Professional Astrophotography under the southern night sky.

We will leave from San Pedro towards the Valley of the Moon at 4:00 pm, we will make our first stop in the salt caverns, which are formed by the erosion of water on salt. Later we will make a trekking through the interior of the valley, visiting different places like; The three Marias, the amphitheater and the great sand dune to finally wait for the sunset at the Kari Viewpoint, after sunset we will return to the municipal parking lot located one block from the Plaza de Armas

Take a tour of the world’s driest desert, Atacama, and visit a number of natural landmarks on a full-day tour. See the resident flamingo population, explore the small desert village of Toconao, and visit the altiplanic lagoons for a well-rounded look at the flora and fauna of the region. Round-trip hotel transfers from San Pedro de Atacama and lunch are included.

Moon Valley and Death Valley are two of the most popular day trip destinations from San Pedro de Atacama, and this day trip lets you experience them both with one easy booking. Hike through the out-of-this-world landscape in the Valley of the Moon, get the chance to sandboard in Death Valley, and then watch the sunset over the desert from a lookout point in the Salt Mountains.

The ascent of Cerro Toco is a very good experience both for mountain initiates and to acclimatize to make height ascents. From the top you can see in the foreground the Licancabur volcano, the Salar de Uyuni and a privileged view of the San Pedro de Atacama valley.

Los cielos de San Pedro de Atacama son únicos en el mundo debido a la baja humedad en el cielo lo que permite ver muchas estrellas de gran claridad visual

Must-see Luna Valley Tour You will be amazed by a Sunset from Another Planet 1/2 Period Tour to La Luna Valley in Atacama

Our purpose is to provide our clients with responsible tourism through relaxed travel experiences that exceed their expectations based on our quality of service, professionalism and passion for the details of our staff.

San Pedro de Atacama, a laid back oasis town on the edge of the direst desert on the earth. Little adobe houses, cozy restaurant are the base to explore one of the Chile's most spectacular sceneries. With this semi-private tour, you will have the opportunity to visit one of the highlights in a more intimate way, sharing your day with other travelers but avoiding big groups.

Book the 4 captive tours of San Pedro de Atacama. We are the best local suppliers in the region to make sure your next trip is a safe, personalized and exceptional experience. Our prices are not higher than what you will find at destination. We do not charge management fees. We accompany you before, during and after your trip to immediately address all your doubts and requirements, in your language and through the service channel you prefer.

Sandboarding is a sport that consists of descending sand dunes or hills with special snowboard-like boards. The most famous place in Chile to practice this sport is the Death Valley, located just 2 kilometers from San Pedro do Atacama. Let's head from the center of San Pedro do Atacama to the Valley of Death. Once we have already selected our equipment (helmet, boots and board), we will climb to the top of the dune to receive an introduction class, in which they will teach us what are the best practices of this sport. After class we will start with the descents, which are accompanied by the spectacular landscapes of the Death Valley, with their strange rock formations surrounding the dune.

We are the ones who will make your next trip unforgettable to make it a safe, personalized and exceptional experience. We accompany you before, during and after your trip to immediately address all your doubts and requirements, in your language and through the service channel you prefer. We have multiple destinations and we can customize your experience, with Private Tours. We hope to see you .... We do everything.

The adventure on two wheels begins from Casa Sorbac, where we will take the necessary sports equipment. We will enter the Catarpe Valley, home to incredible postcards that mix vegetation and a geography of great contrasts. Then we will enter the famous Devil's Throat, which will transport us to another planet during its 7 km journey. Finishing the route, we will go through the San Isidro chapel and depending on your capacity, we can make the ascent to the cornice through the old tunnel that connected San Pedro with the city of Calama.

We will start the tour with a visit to the pre-Hispanic village of Socaire, characterized by its cultivated terraces. Then we go to the Altiplano, where we will visit Laguna Miscanti and Laguna Miñiques, habitat of aquatic birds and mammals such as red foxes and vicuñas. We will continue to the Salar de Talar (also known as Salar de Águas Calientes) and the viewpoint of Piedras Rojas, from where we will see these reddish volcanic stones that will surprise you with their shape and the exceptional natural environment where they stay. The tour continues on the Atacama Salt Flat, the largest in Chile and the third largest in the world. There, we will walk along the paths of Laguna Chaxa, nesting and habitat of the three species of flamingos present in Chile: Andean, Chilean and James. Finally, we will visit the village of Toconao, its Church of San Lucas and its characteristic orchards.

This is a 4 day program, ideal minimum stay to enjoy the region. The emblematic Valley of the Moon receives them the first day; the Rainbow Valley shows us another color of the desert; and from the second day we enter the vast Andean Altiplano that gives us some of the innumerable postcards that this territory offers. All the tours have their "particular touch": avoid the schedules of greater flow of tourists; tour other sectors less visited and of great value; share a picnic surrounded by nature; or simply share moments of conversation and silence while touring San Pedro de Atacama and its surroundings. I see tourism as an art that requires dedication in details and elegance in its execution; each program is special and each excursion an opportunity to meet with the enjoyment of life and its beauty. That's why I enjoy organizing and guiding private programs, fostering an intimate and authentic encounter with the environment.

Enjoy a day of relaxation and adventure. First we will go for a trek in Guatian Gorge, to explore amazing landscapes, then, continue with a relaxing afternoon in the pools of the Puritama River, which waters are born in the mountain range and have high temperature because of the proximity with volcanic materials. The place has facilities such as walkways, bathrooms, changing rooms and cafeteria, to be able to enjoy it to the fullest, and at the same time, they are assembled in such a way that they do not affect the natural environment.

In the morning, half-day excursion: Modality: Panorama // hiking. Total duration: from 3 to 4 hours. Distance: about 20 km. Meals included: none. The visit to the Valley of the Moon and the Valley of Mars is a "must do" in the region. It is located at 2,500 meters above sea level and only ten minutes by car from San Pedro de Atacama. Here we will visit part of the Cordillera de la Sal, which is actually the set of folds and hills where these two valleys meet. A topography carved by rain and wind for millions of years allows us to see different layers of highly soluble sediments such as clay, sand, conglomerates and different types of salt; creating a unique and fascinating landscape. The reddish and muddy tones interspersed with white layers illuminated by the intense sun of the Atacama Desert, create a unique landscape that seems from another planet, and that in turn is framed by the imposing Andes Mountain Range, the backbone of America.

Cerro Toco is an ancient volcano, now asleep in San Pedro de Atacama, just 60 kilometers away, and being easily accessible. We will leave by vehicle until we reach an old sulfur boat, on a trip of 1 hour and a half. Once there, at 5,000 m altitude, we will begin our ascent that will take between 2 and 3 hours, and that will take us to the top of the hill, at 5,600 m altitude. During most of the year, it is possible to see penitents during the ascent, large icy waters that are generated naturally as a result of sublimation. Once up, we will enjoy the spectacular view towards the other peaks of the high plateau. Our descent will take approximately 1 hour, then take the vehicle that will take us back to San Pedro de Atacama. * The time of return to the tour is approximate and varies every day depending on weather conditions, road conditions and group pace. The return may be one hour before and up to one hour after the indicated.

We will leave San Pedro do Atacama to the west, visiting Yerbas Buenas first, an area of great historical importance, as it has one of the largest groups of petroglyphs in the region. This place crossed the indigenous caravans that traveled from the northeastern Argentina and the Bolivian Altiplano, and reached the Pacific Ocean. We will find carvings and drawings on the rock very diverse such as llamas, camelids, birds, monkeys and dogs. Next, when crossing Matancilla, we will see the Rainbow Valley, called in this way by the different colors that the mountains have because of of minerals. The earth, reddish, beige, green, white and yellow colors show the different concentrations of salts, clays and minerals. We will take a walk, covering its rock formations and the unique landscape of the place.

Unmissable tour to the Tatio Geysers, a unique show in the world with 80 smoking geysers at 4200 m altitude. It includes a breakfast for you and your companions and a visit to the town of Machuca.

Our full-day excursion to the Rainbow Valley invites you to get away from the tourist circuits and visit a wonder frequented by few people. The Rainbow Valley is named after the colors we find in the hills of the same, product of erosion and the presence of different types of minerals. It will be an incredible experience, walking through this beautiful place on foot and witnessing how the landscape changes at every step. You just have to bring your equipment and eager to make the walk. Don't miss it!

Because we make the visit the less crowded times (regular tours do it at 4:30 AM, we do it at 6:30 AM) with few people and show what others do not show, always calm and at the rythm of our travelers.

Reaching this crater is a journey that you must do with people who generate confidence and a spirit of adventure. Once there you feel the immensity of the place, of the land in its infinite colors and away from towns and people which gives a unique feeling of tranquility. Due to its location and altitude, it has a privileged panoramic view of the Andean massif to the east and the Salar de Atacama to the north. The gorges near the crater present a great variety of highland flora that contribute to its scenic beauty. A wonder, recommended to have a unique and unforgettable experience in the Atacama desert.