Atacama Adventure: Vallecito Sunset & Star Wars (Half-Day Tour)
El Loa
About
Discover the captivating landscapes of Vallecito in the Atacama Desert, famous for its unique rock formations and connection to Star Wars.
This half-day tour offers an immersive experience, starting with hotel pickup from San Pedro de Atacama.
Enjoy scenic stops at the Likan-Antay Viewpoint and the striking Cordillera de la Sal, where you’ll see formations reminiscent of the World Cup trophy.
Short walks through the desert reveal the enchanting ‘Red Riding Hood House’ and insights into mining history. Conclude with a refreshing drink and stunning sunset views over the desert mountains.
- Half-day tour from San Pedro de Atacama (14:30 PM – 18:00/18:30 PM) - Includes transportation, gui...
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Minimum age for alcohol is 18+
Guide in Spanish or English (depends on the availability)
Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Recomendamos llevar agua
Meeting Points
Departure
Plazoleta La Apacheta - Plaza TurisTour
Your guide will be texting you 24 hours before the start of your tour with the pick up details, make sure you will be waiting at the plaza 30 minutes before the starting time. You can recognize your guide with the no hay vida mejor outfit.
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Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Atacama Adventure: Vallecito Sunset & Star Wars (Half-Day Tour)
El Loa
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$89.00
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About
Discover the captivating landscapes of Vallecito in the Atacama Desert, famous for its unique rock formations and connection to Star Wars.
This half-day tour offers an immersive experience, starting with hotel pickup from San Pedro de Atacama.
Enjoy scenic stops at the Likan-Antay Viewpoint and the striking Cordillera de la Sal, where you’ll see formations reminiscent of the World Cup trophy.
Short walks through the desert reveal the enchanting ‘Red Riding Hood House’ and insights into mining history. Conclude with a refreshing drink and stunning sunset views over the desert mountains.
- Half-day tour from San Pedro de Atacama (14:30 PM – 18:00/18:30 PM) - Includes transportation, gui...
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Minimum age for alcohol is 18+
Guide in Spanish or English (depends on the availability)
Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Recomendamos llevar agua
Meeting Points
Departure
Plazoleta La Apacheta - Plaza TurisTour
Your guide will be texting you 24 hours before the start of your tour with the pick up details, make sure you will be waiting at the plaza 30 minutes before the starting time. You can recognize your guide with the no hay vida mejor outfit.
Return
Itinerary
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Lickan-Antay
The journey begins from the center, we drive about 10 minutes to the Likan-Antay Viewpoint, where we stop for photos and to enjoy the scenery.
30 minutes
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Cordillera de la Sal
After a 20-minute drive, we arrive at the Cordillera de la Sal. Here we make a stop to admire a rock formation that looks just like the World Cup trophy.
From this point, we continue exploring by car and also on foot with short walks.
After the viewpoint, explore the Star Wars filming area and the Salt Mountain in the Cordillera de la Sal, a striking Mars-like landscape of salt and gypsum formations shaped by tectonic activity and erosion.
Discover how the rocks expand and crack under the desert sun, and visit an abandoned miners’ bus from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This unique tour combines natural wonders with a glimpse into the region’s mining history.
Finally, enjoy a refreshing drink before returning to town to conclude the tour. If you’re lucky, you’ll witness a breathtaking desert sunset over the Cordillera de la Sal.
