Our excursion to Toconao and the Salar de Atacama will take you to explore beautiful natural landscapes to discover the native fauna and flora, as well as an old town, witness of the Atacameña culture & nbsp;
Among the places of interest we will visit are: a National Reserve the Flamingos and the Chaxa lagoon and the town of Toconao. Definitely a ride not to be missed.
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off (centrally located hotels only)
Professional Guide
Lunch and Drinks
Gratuities
Entrance fees to Laguna Chaxa
Important Information
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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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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Wear comfortable clothes, sunscreen and mineral water
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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Our excursion to Toconao and the Salar de Atacama will take you to explore beautiful natural landscapes to discover the native fauna and flora, as well as an old town, witness of the Atacameña culture & nbsp;
Among the places of interest we will visit are: a National Reserve the Flamingos and the Chaxa lagoon and the town of Toconao. Definitely a ride not to be missed.
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off (centrally located hotels only)
Professional Guide
Lunch and Drinks
Gratuities
Entrance fees to Laguna Chaxa
Itinerary
1
San Pedro de Atacama
The tour begins with the departure from the hotels in San Pedro de Atacama, cradle of the Atacamean culture and archeological capital of Chile.
2
Toconao
We will travel to Toconao, a town that, according to scientific data, has a human life data of more than 12,000 years in the ancient sectors known as lickanantai. In this town is the church of San Lucas, with its small adobe and straw bell tower. We will also visit the workshop and the craft fair in the area, rich in articles of alpaca wool and crafts in cacti.
2 hours
3
Salar de Atacama
Then we will continue to the Salar de Atacama, the largest in Chile, to visit the Los Flamencos National Reserve. We will also visit the Chaxa lagoon, with a viewpoint, where you can recognize the different species of flamingos in the area. There we will enjoy some time to walk and photograph this unique show.
2 hours
4
San Pedro de Atacama
The walk ends with the return to San Pedro de Atacama.