All the magic of the Desert in one walk.
ATACAMA TREK
Duration
7 DAYS
Minimum
4
Maximum
8
Season
MAR-JAN
Difficulty
2
From
ON DEMAND
San Pedro de Atacama was the main center of Atacama or Likanantay culture, had a defensive fortress in Quitor since the twelfth century that resisted the onslating of the conquerors and still preserves numerous ayllus, vestiges of a community socioeconomic organization prior to the Incas. Currently this oasis of the desert is considered the Archaeological Capital of Chile and you can already check it out. But it’s not just history but the desert surprises us. The Valley of Death and the Valley of the Moon, Sanctuary of Nature, show in its extreme aridity the surprising beauty of its capricious natural formations. You’ll see it. Rio Grande and Machuca, two villages typically atacameños, and the unique flora and fauna, ñandúes, vizcachas, vicuñas and foxes, which lives in the 4000 m high. The Tatio Geysers, the largest geothermal field, managed by neighboring communities, shows all the impressive strength of 80 jets of boiling water that fill the site with bright vapors in the sun, but will not prevent you from taking a good swim in the nearby thermal wells. In pre-Hispanic Socaire the growing terraces almost hide the village, in contrast to the turquoise Salares of Talar and Kapur, where the aridity is bleak. Their diaphanous beauty does not protect them from the imminent threat of lithium exploitation. The picturesque and the most visited high lagoons, Miscanti and Miñiques, in the Los Flamencos National Reserve have spectacular views of the hills. And in the oasis of Toconao the abundance of water and laborious communities have managed to produce a great variety of fruits and vegetables. Note. The salt flat of Talar and Kapur are located in the highland puna surrounded by the greenery of the ichu straw or straw brava this yellow plant typical of the Altiplano, is the food of the Vicuña, in this part of the Altiplano you can see many animals such as the ñandú the vizcachas, the Andean fox the vicuñas that we find from 3,800 meters of altitude. The salt flat of Talar and Kapur have deep blue turquoise blue green colors due to their different minerals are lithium nature reserve and unique landscapes about to disappear as they are in the sights of most mining companies in the world.
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It was really comfortable. Interesting experience. Visiting the Atacama Desert, and its attractions, volcanoes, Geisers. Then the trip to Vi a del March and Valparaiso was amazing. The whole experience would not have been the same without our attentive guides, who were always very attentive and friendly. Sharing your knowledge with us all the time.
Magical moments in breathtaking landscapes. Thank you Tolhuin for this organization, for this circuit, for adapting to our expectations and to our level. Very good contact with Alex. A journey I won't forget.
The trip was very well organized in general with very accurate records and information. The meals provided by the company were tasty and the guide (Alex) had many interesting details. The tour setup worked well, I really recommend it and thanks again to Alex and Lisette for their hospitality. We will be back for sure!
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Responsible Tourism
Our philosophy is that we must be only spectators of our wonderful nature around us. We carry out tours that respect not only the environment, but also the people and their culture.
Transport
The starting points for each experience are indicated on your booking confirmation. Under no circumstances is transportation to reach this starting point included in our prices.
Climate
Like all Outdoor activity, the weather can modify plans! We always try to respect the initial itinerary, but our guides can make decisions that alter the intended route for the safety of our explorers!
Travel insurance
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Formality
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Police International provides at the time of entering Chile a duplicate form called “Tourism Card” and lasts 90 days, extendable for another 90 days.
Requirements for travelling to Chile by car from mendoza
All foreign tourists traveling to Chile by land must enter by customs border crossings between Chile and Argentina, must fill out a unique form for the “Departure and Temporary Admission of Vehicles” (Chilean-Argentine Agreement).
For Argentine tourists the driver’s license granted in their country is valid, but they must have insurance for foreign vehicles entering Chile, which is required by Chilean law for any vehicle with foreign license plates.
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What requirements are needed to enter Chile with a minor?
A) If you are travelling with your parents:
- ID passport of the country of origin.
- Birth certificate.
B) If you are travelling with only one parent:
- ID passport of the country of origin.
- Birth certificate with three simple photocopies
- Notarized authorization of the parent who does not travel by handing over his consent, in original and three copies.
C) If the minor does not travel with his/her parents:
- ID passport of the country of origin.
- Birth certificate with three simple photocopies
- Notarized authorization of the parent who does not travel by handing over his consent, in original and three copies.
- Death certificate in case of death of parents in original and three copies.
- Authorization of the applicable Family Court, giving consent for the child’s travel, in original and three simple photocopies
COVID-19
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