Salt Flats Route
Salt Flats Route
We'll pick you up at your hotel in San Pedro de Atacama at the indicated time. From there, we'll head towards the Andes Mountains crossing the vast plains of the Chilean Altiplano, or the Andean Plateau.
As we travel 150 kilometers by bus, we'll observe the best examples of flora and fauna of the area until we reach the Licancabur volcano, which acts as a natural border between Chile and Bolivia. Did you know that it's more than 5,900 meters (19,356 feet) high?
The cone of this stratovolcano crowns the landscape of the Chilean Altiplano, where we'll also find highlights like the Quepiaco wetlands, an extensive plain of endemic vegetation located at the foot of the volcanic mountain range which we'll visit during the tour.
Next, we head east and stop for a picture next to the Monjes de la Pakana, geological formations shaped by wind erosion that were considered stone sentinels by the ancient cultures that inhabited the high plateau.
Hungry? Don't worry, at midday we'll take a break for a bite to eat. Lunch can be en route (includes a main dish and a drink) or at a restaurant (includes a main dish, to choose between two options, and a drink).
Afterward, we'll travel to the salt flats of Aguas Calientes and Quisquiro, two deposits that form extensive white beaches of this chemical compound. The contrast with the Andean mountain range makes these places look like something from another world! We'll also make a last stop to visit Laguna Negra, meaning 'Black Lagoon'. Can you guess how it got its name?
From here, we'll take the trip back to San Pedro de Atacama and leave you at the small square in the center of the town after a total of 7.5 hours.
Pickup
The tour includes pickup from hotels located within a radius of 10 kilometers from the center of San Pedro de Atacama. If your hotel is outside this area, we'll pick you up at Calle Ignacio Carrera Pinto, 451.
Price
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Duration
7 hours 30 minutes.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, Spanish and other language.
Included
Hotel pickup
Transportation by bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Breakfast and lunch
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Atacama Extrema Spa
Corporate name: Atacama extrema SPA
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 5 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
