5D SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA TREK

DESTINOS DESTACADOS

RESERVATION FORM

DURATION
5 Days / 4 Nights

DIFFICULTY
Medium

QUANTITY
Per person

Discover the world’s driest desert in a different way. You will sleep in a camp under the stars and walk through the incredible landscapes that nature offers in this magical place.

SUMMARY

Day 1: Llegada a San Pedro de Atacama (2400 meter above seal level)
Day 2: San Oedro de Atacama – Rio Salado
Day 3: Rio Salado – Rio Grande
Day 4: Rio Grande – Machuca
Day 5: Machuca –Geysers of Tatio – Calama or San Pedro de Atacama (out)

ITINERARY

Day 1: ARRIVAL IN SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA

Reception at the airport in Calama and transfer to San Pedro de Atacama. Right outside the village, we find the salty mountain range which we will hike through for approximately 3-4 hours. Hike ends at the Valle de la Luna (Moon Valley) where we watch the sunset as if we were truly on the surface of the moon. Transfer back to San Pedro de Atacama.

Accommodation at the Terra Luna Atacama hotel (or similar accommodation depending on availability).

	3 – 4 hrs		Included: Dinner

Day 2: SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA – RIO SALADO

After having a free morning, we will visit Pukara de Quitor: ruins of a pre-Columbian fort strategically located on the banks of the San Pedro River which once established the military and commercial control of the oasis. We will continue the river until we reach Catarpe, where we will begin our walk along the ravine that was inhabited by natives.

* The riverbed will be used on some occasions as a trail, bring sandals.

Accommodation in CAMP (approx. 2.700 meter above seal level).

	3 – 4 hrs		Included: Breakfast, box lunch and dinner.

Day 3: RIO SALADO - RIO GRANDE

On our second day of our walking, we will continue along the canyon that shows us its geological past in many colors in its rocks. We will pass through an old abandoned mine.

When we begin to pass through a cactus cord, it is because we are approaching agricultural land in the town of Rio Grande, where we will spend the night.

Accommodation in CAMP (approx. 2.700 meter above seal level).

	6 – 7 hrs		Included: Breakfast, box lunch and dinner.

Day 4: RIO GRANDE - MACHUCA

We will continue slowly to the plateau while gaining altitude. Our way leads us to abandoned farmer homes and through agricultural terraces. Finally we arrive at the source of the river in a sector of wetlands known as “bofedal”. These high moors are the habitat of many Andean birds and the vegetation is highly appreciated by the “llamas” of the nearby village of Machuca. Tonight we camp at the village, which has an attractive colonial church.

Accommodation in CAMP (approx. 2.700 meter above seal level).

	6 – 7 hrs		Included: Breakfast, box lunch and dinner.

Day 5: MACHUCA –GEYSERS OF TATIO - CALAMA O SAN PEDRO DE ATACAMA (OUT)

Early departure to visit the Tatio Geysers (4.300 meter above seal level). Breakfast and observation of the different geothermal manifestations. Transfer to Calama airport or San Pedro de Atacama.

	3 hrs		Included: Breakfast and lunch.

INCLUDE

Hotel mentioned in the program or similar according to availability (DOUBLE/TRIPLE room basis)
Full equipped camps (DBL sleeping tents, mattresses, kitchen equipment)
Meals as mentioned in the program
Drinks for picnics / box-lunches
Private transportation during the whole trip, full
English bilingual guide
Driver(s) according to the group size
Guide(s) and driver(s) expenses
Excursions, visits, entrances, park fees mentioned in the program
Safety and communication equipment (VHF radios, first aids kit)
Administrative charges

NOT INCLUDE

Flights and airport taxes
Tips
Services in Santiago (hotels, transfers). (Please ask us for further information.)
Visa if necessary
Personal insurance
Personal equipment
Every other service NOT mentioned in the program

PRICE

Validity 01-01-2024 to 30-03-2025

1 Pax: USD 3,765 per person

2 Pax: USD 1,882 per person

3 Pax: USD 1,451 per person

4 Pax: USD 1,686 per person

5 Pax: USD 1,464 per person

ITINERARY MODIFICATIONS

Todas las excursiones están sujetas a las condiciones meteorológicas.

DEPARTURES

All year, subject to availability.

RESTRICTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Part of this trekking is done through rivers. Therefore, we recommend that you bring the following items with you:

Two pairs of trekking shoes (or similar)

Swim suit, towels, etc.

If possible, a small waterproof bag to protect cameras when walking.

This program ends on DAY 5 at approx. 04:00 PM. Please book afternoon departure

Flight from Calama.

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