Evidence of the might of the Incas in the desert.
CATARPE-RIO SALADO TREK
Duration
1 DAY
Minimum
4
Maximum
8
Season
MAR-JAN
Difficulty
2
From
125 US$ (p/p)
From San Pedro de Atacama, the obligatory start of any adventure in the Atacama Desert, traveling north and passing through devil’s Throat, a winding path between vertical walls, you reach Catarpe or Chuschul. This is an ancient pre-Inca Atacate settlement from which some ruins endure and within walking distance is the Inca Administrative Center dominating the valley. The brief Salt River, a tributary of the Rio Grande that we will cross again and again will accompany us during a stretch of the tour. Very ancient trails of troperos and petroglyphs, a lot of history and very ancient, occur during the walk to the pucará de Quitor built in the XII century and symbol that the culture licanantay, which was the defensive fortress of Atacameños and Incas in front of the Spanish invader. From a dominant high, a cyclopean wall forward and an impassable ravine behind, Quitor seemed impregnable but was taken over by Villagra.
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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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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
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Climate
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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
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C) If the minor does not travel with his/her parents:
- ID passport of the country of origin.
- Birth certificate with three simple photocopies
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- Death certificate in case of death of parents in original and three copies.
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