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Activities in San Pedro de Atacama

Tatio Geysers & Machuca Lagoon Trip

Discover one of the largest geyser fields in the world at El Tatio on our fantastic trip from San Pedro de Atacama. During the journey, you'll also visit the Machuca Lagoon, known for its great variety of birds.

Discover one of the largest geyser fields in the world at El Tatio on our fantastic trip from San Pedro de Atacama. During the journey, you'll also visit the Machuca Lagoon, known for its great variety of birds.

Tatio Geysers & Machuca Lagoon Trip

At the indicated time, we'll pick you up from your hotel in San Pedro de Atacama and then head to the most important site of geothermal activity in all of Chile. After traveling for around an hour and a half, we arrive at El Tatio geyser field, situated at more the 4,000 meters (13,000 ft) above sea level.

El Tatio is one of the most visited locations in the Atacama desert. Here, you will witness the constant eruptions of steam, rising out of more than 100 small craters in the earth. The site is the third-largest geyser field in the world. We will also visit thermal pools and enjoy a delicious breakfast while watching this spectacular geothermal activity at the break of dawn.

After eating, we'll leave the mesmerizing landscapes of the El Tatio behind as we make our way to the Machuca Lagoon, where we'll visit a wetland inhabited by a great variety of highland birds such as flamingos and ducks.

Finally, from the lagoon, we'll return to San Pedro de Atacama, where we will conclude this 7 to 7.5-hour excursion. We'll drop you off in the centre of the town.

Pickup

This activity includes pickup from hotels located within a radius of up to 10 kilometres (6.2 miles) from the centre of San Pedro de Atacama. Depending on availability, we may be able to pick you up from hotels closer (maximum radius of 2 kilometres or 1.2 miles) or further away (maximum radius of 10 kilometres or 6.2 miles), so we recommend that you always indicate accommodation located in the historic centre of San Pedro. Please note that pickups in the nearby towns of Ayllus, Solor, Cucuter and Toconao are not included.

If you're staying in other more remote places, you'll have to go to an alternative meeting point which will be detailed on your booking voucher.

Itinerary Order

Please note that, for organisational reasons, the order of the visits described in the itinerary may vary.

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Duration

7h - 7h 30m.

Language The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

Included

Hotel pickup

English–speaking guide

Transport by bus

Breakfast

Not included

Return hotel transfer

Entry to the Tatio geysers site: CL$ 15,000 (US$ 15.70) per person

When to book?

You can book up until 24 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.

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

Atacama Extrema Spa | Whipala Expedition Show more

  • Atacama Extrema Spa

    Corporate name: Atacama extrema SPA

  • Whipala Expedition

    Corporate name: Orlando Alberto Cortes Mora

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Pets

Not permitted.

Frequently asked questions

  • Q - Will there be hot springs to bathe in during the tour?

    A - No, there are no hot springs.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?

    A - This activity requires a minimum of 5 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.

If you have any other questions please contact us.

Meeting point

451, Calle Ignacio Carrera Pinto.

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