Tour Rojas and Highland Lagoons

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9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Explore some of the most impressive landscapes of the Atacama desert on a complete, comfortable and full of unforgettable scenery tour. The experience begins with a delicious breakfast and follows iconic places like Piedras Rojas, the Salar de Aguas Calientes, the incredible Lagunas Miscanti y Miñiques and the famous Laguna Chaxa, flamingos’ natural habitat.

During the journey, you will have a local Guide, comfortable transportation.

Itinerary:
• Tropic of Capricorn
• Rojas Piedras and Salar de Aguas Calientes
• Highland Lagunas
• Laguna Chaxa
• Return to San Pedro de Atacama

A perfect experience for those who want to know the best of Atacama in a single day.

Pick-up between 06:30 and 8:00 - we will contact to confirm.

What's Included

fruit, bread, juice, coffee, tea, biscuits, cheese, cake. Lunch
Lunch
Red stones
Altiplanic lagoons
Laguna Chaxa

Meeting and pickup

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

The meeting point may vary, we will always communicate the day before the tour.

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Meeting point

We didn't catch Ayllus. If your hotel is outside our pick-up range, please contact us to see if we can pick you up, otherwise we will match the meeting point at Plaza Turistur or at the address described in the meeting point above.

End point
Plazoleta La Apacheta

All tours end at the Plaza Touristur.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Tropico de Capricornio

    We will pass through the Tropic of Capricorn with a stop to take photos and enjoy a rich breakfast.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Laguna Chaxa

    We will make a stop at Lagoa Chaxa, the heart of the Atacama! In this place you can see flamingos.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Piedras Rojas

    After approximately 2 hours of travel, we arrive at Piedras Rojas, one of the most iconic landscapes of the desert. The site impresses by the red colouring of the rocks, formed by curious geological phenomena over thousands of years, perfect setting for unforgettable photos. To get to the Salar de Aguas Calientes, also known as Salar de Aguas Calientes, we will have to climb in our vehicle up to 3,800 meters of altitude and walk 1 hour and 15 minutes, to see the red stones, plus some lagoons and salines.

    4 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Lagunas Altiplanicas

    In the Miscanti and Miñiques Laguna region, our Guide will share information about the local rich flora and fauna, as well as the natural features that make this Andean landscape so unique and charming.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Socaire

    We will pass through the city of Socaire, where we will make a stop to take photos.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • Toconao (Pass by)

    We will pass through the city of Toconao.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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
  • Not recommended for travelers with respiratory problems
  • Children under 7 years are not allowed
Supplied by Norte Sul Chile

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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
City Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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