Private full-day excursion from San Pedro de Atacama to the Miscanti and Miñiques altiplanic lagoons, the Salar de Atacama and Piedras Rojas, with guide included. Hotel pick-up is early to cover a high-altitude itinerary exceeding 4,000 m, with a maximum point close to 4,300 m at the altiplanic lagoons. The route includes Laguna Chaxa in the salt flat sector, the villages of Toconao and Socaire and the Piedras Rojas viewpoint, with short walks. Transport is operated in a vehicle with driver. Admissions to the protected areas are paid on site and listed as excluded. Due to the altitude, prior acclimatization is recommended.
What's included
Access to Miscanti and Miñiques altiplanic lagoons, Laguna Chaxa and Piedras Rojas (admissions to the protected areas not included)
Private transport with vehicle and driver from the accommodation
Guide included
What's not included
Admissions to the protected areas (Miscanti and Miñiques lagoons, Laguna Chaxa, Piedras Rojas)
Meals not specified in the programme
Tips for driver and guide
Personal expenses
Services not mentioned in this programme
Service information
TypeExcursion
High-altitude itinerary above 4,000 m, with a maximum point close to 4,300 m: prior acclimatization recommended. Early departure. Subject to weather and road conditions. Admissions payable on site. Guide included. Available languages to be coordinated at the time of booking. Groups of more than 3 passengers: SUV or Minivan.