Altiplanic Lagoons & Piedras Rojas Tour from San Pedro de Atacama Discount Tickets

Overview

We will begin this excursion having breakfast in the Tambillo forest, a particular forest of a tree called Tamarugo that grows in the middle of the desert. Then we will 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. Then we will go through the towns of Toconao and Socaire, towns built with stone of volcanic origin. for later arrive at Los Flamencos National Reserve, where we will visit 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.

Pickup Information

The pick-up time is between 06:00 to 06:40, it may vary from 07:00 to 07:40 in case we do not find entry availability to the park at the earliest times. We will confirm the pickup time the day before. Remember that the Hotel pick up is included only on Hotels located nearby San Pedro de Atacama urban zone. If your Hotel is located on Ayllus far away from the downtown, please let us know to arrange a meeting point for being picked up. Please reconfirm the pick up information (time and location) 1 day before the departure!

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

Inclusion

Transport by air-conditioned minivan or bus

Lunch

Drop-off is at the city centre

Hotel pickup

Live tour commentary provided in English & Spanish

Exclusion

Gratuities

Entrance fees to Altiplanic Lagoons

Entrance fees

Cancellation Policy

Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
• 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

It is recommended that you wear comfortable clothes including trekking pants and shoes, and a windbreaker or warm jacket

It is recommended that you bring water, sunblock and sunglasses

Important: Please bring cash to pay for the entrance fees to our guide. If you do not pay the entrance fee, you will not be able to enter the park and the service will not be refunded.

Note: The altiplano lagoons lie at more than 13,500 feet in elevation, which may cause mild altitude sickness for some; it is recommended that you drink hot tea or water prior to the tour and carry any necessary medication. Infants are allowed to visit the lagoons but be aware of the altitude before going, the responsability is under the parents in case of any inconvenient.

Remember that the Hotel pick up and drop off is included only on Hotels located nearby San Pedro de Atacama urban zone. If your Hotel is located on Ayllus far away from the downtown, please let us know to arrange a meeting point for being picked up. Please reconfirm the pick up information (time and location) 1 day before the departure!

Children over 8 years old are allowed