Toconao and Salt Flats in Atacama: Explore Natural Landscapes and Discover Atacameña Culture
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San Pedro de Atacama
Explore the stunning natural landscapes of Toconao and the Salt Flats in Atacama. Discover the rich Atacameña culture and witness the native fauna and flora. Don't miss this unforgettable excursion!
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • San Pedro de Atacama - The walk ends with the return to San Pedro de Atacama.

What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off included for centrally located hotels
  • Guided tour with a professional guide
What's Not Included
  • Lunch and Drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees to Laguna Chaxa
Additional Information

Our trip to Toconao and the Salar de Atacama offers a journey through stunning natural sights with an opportunity to observe local wildlife and plantlife, as well as an ancient village reflecting Atacameña culture.

We’ll be visiting noteworthy locations such as a National Reserve hosting Flamingos, Chaxa Lagoon, and the village of Toconao. This is an experience you won’t want to miss.

  • Wear comfortable clothes, sunscreen and mineral water
Location
San Pedro de Atacama
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Lucia_r
Dec 30, 2023
Thanks for the great tour! - This was one of my favorite tours we did in San Pedro de Atacama! Willie was our driver and Tiari was our guide. It was just my family in the tour which allowed for easier connection with the guide and more room to ask questions. Together, they gave us a great breakfast that was well enjoyed! Tiari was a great guide: gave us a thorough history lesson on the area, told us stories and legends of the volcanoes that the indigenious communities told, and along with Willie, took us to the best spot to see and photograph the three species of flamingoes found in the area. Finally, they took us to Toconao and showed us around the downtown of the town. It was a great time! 10/10 recommend, and would definitely do this tour again!
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Peter_h
Oct 10, 2023
A fantastic short tour that covers a lot - To see the flamingos, the fantastic surroundings and our great guide. We also loved to visiting the small village and to meet with some of the villagers. A great short tour that covered a lot. Can highly recommend!
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