Ollagüe + Alto del Loa Salt Flats Private Tour
Ollagüe + Alto del Loa Salt Flats Private Tour
After we pick you up from your hotel in Calama, we'll kick off our tour through Ollagüe and the Alto del Loa Salt Flats. A unique natural landscape awaits us in this area of northern Chile!
From Calama, we'll take on a 190-kilometer (118-mile) car ride with stunning views of the San Pedro, San Pablo, and Ollagüe volcanoes. As we arrive at the Ascotán salt flat, we'll marvel at the large size of the gypsum and halite in front of us. Additionally, this landscape comprises lagoons fed by salt flats during the rainy seasons. We'll share many more curiosities during our visit to the site!
A short distance away and separated by volcanoes like Ollagüe and Aucanquincha, we'll come across the Carcote Salt Flat. Today, you can still find small lakes near the banks of the salt flat, the highlight of which is Laguna Verde.
At about 2:30 pm, we'll visit the former sugar refinery of Buenaventura. This space played an important role in the town's flourishing economy, thanks to the geographic location of the salt flats.
Before returning to Calama, we'll pause for a moment in Ollagüe so you can enjoy lunch at any of the local restaurants nearby. This rural village, founded in 1979 and located in the highlands of Loa, sits 3,660 meters (12,007 feet) above sea level, making it a unique place in the Antofagasta region!
Lastly, we'll make our way back to your hotel, arriving between 10 and 11 hours after pickup.
More Information
Duration
10 - 11h.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in Spanish.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop–off
Transport by 4x4
Spanish–speaking guide
Private and exclusive tour, there will be nobody else in your group
Not included
Food and drink
When to book?
You can book up until 48 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Expediciones El Loa
Corporate name: Expediciones El Loa Limitada.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Is there anything to keep in mind when participating in this tour?
A - Please note that on this tour, we'll reach a height of 3,700 meters (12,139 feet) above sea level. Additionally, we'll drive up to 450 kilometers (279 miles) by car.
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
