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Full Day Tour Piedras Rojas Altiplanic Lagoons Chaxa Lagoon
(83) Reviews
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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No more than 6 years
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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We will visit the wonderful Altiplanic, Miscanti and Miñiques Lagoons. We will be able to get closer to the local culture in the highland town of Socaire. We will observe the Salar de Atacama from above, and we will enjoy beautiful landscapes and ravines.
At the same time, we will be amazed at the impressive Piedras Rojas Viewpoint. Surreal landscapes, a painting that is a gift from nature
We will visit the national flamingo reserve, Laguna Chaxa
With our agency you will live an incredible experience, we differentiate ourselves by having separate drivers and guides, new and comfortable vehicles and premium food
With our team you only have to worry about enjoying yourself!
We are special...
Highlights
11 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
11 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Red wine and premium white wine
Coffee beans, tea and infusions, coca tea, chachacoma and other infusions
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Shared Tour
Premium buffet lunch, salads, proteins and meats, wine, juices and water, we have a menu for people with dietary restrictions
Rich buffet breakfast, with bread baggets from the free range, eggs, avocado, jams, cakes, infusions, tea, coffee from the coffee maker, milk, fruits and natural juices, there is a menu for people with restrictions
All tickets for park entrances
Full Day Tour Piedras Rojas Altiplanic Lagoons Chaxa Lagoon
(83) Reviews
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We will visit the wonderful Altiplanic, Miscanti and Miñiques Lagoons. We will be able to get closer to the local culture in the highland town of Socaire. We will observe the Salar de Atacama from above, and we will enjoy beautiful landscapes and ravines.
At the same time, we will be amazed at the impressive Piedras Rojas Viewpoint. Surreal landscapes, a painting that is a gift from nature
We will visit the national flamingo reserve, Laguna Chaxa
With our agency you will live an incredible experience, we differentiate ourselves by having separate drivers and guides, new and comfortable vehicles and premium food
With our team you only have to worry about enjoying yourself!
We are special...
Highlights
11 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
11 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Red wine and premium white wine
Coffee beans, tea and infusions, coca tea, chachacoma and other infusions
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Shared Tour
Premium buffet lunch, salads, proteins and meats, wine, juices and water, we have a menu for people with dietary restrictions
Rich buffet breakfast, with bread baggets from the free range, eggs, avocado, jams, cakes, infusions, tea, coffee from the coffee maker, milk, fruits and natural juices, there is a menu for people with restrictions
All tickets for park entrances
Itinerary
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Tropico de Capricornio
The Tropic of Capricorn is a parallel to the southern hemisphere. It is located at a latitude of 23º 26' 17" south of the equator. This imaginary line delimits the southernmost points where the Sun can occupy the zenith at noon.
Here we make a stop for photography and explanation of the place
1 hour
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Piedras Rojas
The Salar de Aguas Calientes Sur is located 60 kilometers southeast of the town of Socaire, and 154 kilometers from the town of San Pedro de Atacama in the direction of Paso Sico (border crossing with Argentina). This salt flat is also known as Piedras Rojas.
3 hours
3
Lagunas Altiplanicas
Miscanti and Miñiques Lagoons
The Miscanti and Miñiques Lagoons are sister lagoons and known as “Altiplanic Lagoons”, formed by groundwater from melting snow from the Miscanti hill and the Miñiques volcano. In this natural setting it is very common to find diverse fauna such as foxes, flamingos and vicuñas.
2 hours
4
Iglesia de Socaire
Socaire is a Lickanantay indigenous community, whose territory articulates different ecological levels. That is why the subsistence of our people complements livestock, traditional agriculture and its secondary products.
Socaire Church
The church of San Bartolomé is part of the historical heritage of Socaire. San Bartolomé is the patron saint of shepherds and also of those who work the skins, manufacture or use leather, gloves, coats, belts and boots, his festival is celebrated every August 24. The church is characterized by Andean colonial architecture characterized by a main nave with side chapels, whose construction system is similar to that of traditional houses, forming part of a long tradition of volcanic stone quarries and edgers.
3 hours
5
Laguna Chaxa
In the town of Toconao, belonging to the commune of San Pedro de Atacama, Antofagasta region, is the Chaxa lagoon, the central point of the Salar de Atacama. This sector is located within the Los Flamencos National Reserve.
The reserve stands out for the protection of species such as the tuco tuco of the puna, culpeo fox, puma, large parina, Chilean flamingo, small parina, vicuña and guanaco. It also serves as a conservation area for vulnerable flora, highlighting the presence of tamarugos and carob trees.