Piedras Rojas, the Altiplano lagoons and Laguna Chaxa
SP-04Full dayExcursions in Atacama
Piedras Rojas, the Altiplano lagoons and Laguna Chaxa
A full day of salt flats, volcanoes, Altiplano lagoons and flamingos.
- Origen
- From San Pedro
- Duración
- 10 to 12 hours
- Modalidad
- Shared or private
- Capacidad
- Depends on the service booked
- Alojamiento
- No aplica
About this tour
Shared or private. Depends on the service booked. Sale from San Pedro de Atacama y termina en San Pedro de Atacama. Leaves early in the morning and returns late in the afternoon. Nivel de exigencia: Moderate, because of the length and the altitude.
Worth knowing: The route may change because of snow, wind, road closures or restrictions set by the local communities.
Places it visits: San Pedro de Atacama · Piedras Rojas and the Altiplano lagoons
The highlights
What is and is not included
- Tourist transport
- A local guide
- Breakfast
- Lunch or a packed lunch, as the programme states
- Water along the way
- First aid kit
- Entrance fees to the sites
- Extra drinks
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and tips
The main route
- 01
Laguna Chaxa and the Atacama Salt Flat
- 02
The village of Toconao or Socaire, depending on logistics
- 03
Lagunas Miscanti and Miñiques
- 04
Piedras Rojas and the Aguas Calientes salt flat
- 05
Scenic stops across the Altiplano
What to bring
- Layers and a windproof jacket
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunscreen, a cap and sunglasses
- Tell us about any dietary restrictions in advance
Meeting point
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