Salares Route and Exploration of the Caldera de la Pacana

4.6
(5 reviews)

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Portuguese and 2 more

Explore the majestic caldera of the Pacana, the second largest crater on Earth, and enter the Andes. This morning tour takes you to discover the iconic Licancabur Volcano, where you will enjoy panoramic views. Visit the Kepiaco Lagoon, ideal for watching flamingos and native birds, before continuing to the Monks of the Pacana, impressive rock formations. Tour the Salt Flat of Aguas Calientes and the Salt Flat of Quisquiro, where the beauty of the salt desert and mountains will leave you unforgettable memories.

- Discover the Pacana caldera, an impressive Andean crater
- Watch flamingos in the quiet Kepiaco Lagoon
- Marvel at the Pacana Monks, natural stone columns
- Capture the beauty of the Salar de Quisquiro and its unique landscape

What's Included

Homemade natural juices Fajitas with chicken a l oregano e lemon accompanied by basil tomato, mozarrela, salt, carrot and game sauces Fresh seasonal fruits
Homemade natural juices: lemonade, pineapple, Brazilian coffee in French press, tea, coca infusion Fresh marquette bread Scrambled eggs, palta, cheese, ham, queques, Nutella, jams
Air-conditioned vehicle
Binoculars for wildlife observation
Bottled water

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We move on to find the clients in their respective accommodations. A whatsapp group is generated with the passengers and the guide. Via the group, the guide coordinates the pick-up by advising the order of the hotels. Passengers should be waiting for the hotel reception from the beginning of the pick-up, attentive to the group and leave the hotel when the van approaches according to the instructions of the guide.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    In that wonderful viewpoint, passengers can enjoy a rich breakfast in front of the majestic volcanoes Licancabur and Juriques.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    In the bodefal of Quepiaco, the local and typical fauna and flora of the Andean highlands are observed. In addition, in the distance you can observe the antennas of the largest astronomy project on the planet: the ALMA project.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Salar de Aguas Calientes

    Near the hot water salt flat, several stops are scheduled, The viewpoint above the Pacana caldera, The monks of the PAcana, typical geologic formations of volcanic ash, The viewpoint of the hot water salt flat and the black lagoon,

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4

    From the quisquiro viewpoint, passengers can enjoy a wonderful view over one of the most beautiful salt flats in the region.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age 6 years
Supplied by HORIZONTE ATACAMA

Tags

Full-day Tours
4WD Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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