Full Day Tour to Geyser del Tatio, Vado Putana and Machuca
Overview
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7 hours
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An essential excursion, large-scale fumaroles, it is worth getting up early, it is necessary to dress warmly to weather the temperatures of -10 to -15 degrees. A wonderful environment that offers the opportunity to be very close to different types of Geysers that very early in the morning offer impressive fumaroles. We offer a rich breakfast and stops en route to see and observe the Flora and Fauna of the Altiplano.
Altitude 4,320 masl. approx.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Minimum 12 years (Policies of our agency)
Does not allow pregnant women (Policies of our agency)
People with Hypertension (only with medical authorization)
What To Expect
Geyser del Tatio
El Tatio (from the Kunza “tata-iu”) which means “the grandfather who cries”, is one of the highest Geyser fields in the world. Located in the Cordillera de los Andes to the NE of San Pedro de Atacama, it is the largest group of geysers in the southern hemisphere. and the third largest in the world, after Yellowstone (USA) and Dolina Giezerow (Russia). The maximum expression of these fumaroles begins between 06:00 and 07:00 hrs. Approx. With temperatures reaching 85 C. On our return it is possible to observe fauna such as vicuñas, llamas, rheas, vizcachas, etc. Meanwhile in the Flora stand out the giant Cactus, llaretas, coirón, etc. We will observe from a viewpoint, the small town of Machuca, its few inhabitants are mainly dedicated to grazing and cheese production, very close to from the place is the Laguna Salada where families of flamingos, ducks and seagulls live with an imposing landscape of beauty.
Vado del Rio Putana
Putana Ford - description and duration of the visit as well as entrance tickets
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Full Day Tour to Geyser del Tatio, Vado Putana and Machuca
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Shared Transportation
Pick up Hotel
drop off center
Driver/Guide (English/Spanish) 1 person
Breakfast
Entrance ticket to Geyser del Tatio $15,000 CLP ($16 USD) per person.
Geyser of Tatio
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
170 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Unforgettable
73thomazb,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an unforgettable experience. The guide was very good, polite, careful and intelligent. The breakfast was perfect. The information was very important.
Tatio Geysers
claudianJ5595BS,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience visiting the Tatio Geysers and the town of Machuca. The driver and guide Alex were very pleasant and provided complete information about the places. I totally recommend the agency.
Excellent experience at Ratito. Great learning.
L2590CKcristinao,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience. Alex is a fabulous guide. Very cultured, pleasant, and concerned about the group. Always attentive to safety. Completely reliable. I highly recommend it.
Geysers of Tatio Tour
johnfernandom2026,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked the tour with Whipala, and they picked us up on time at the hotel without any issues. We had Martha as our guide and Orlando as our driver. They were quite friendly, respectful, and enjoyed sharing with the group and getting to know us. The tour begins in the early morning since it takes almost 2 hours to arrive. Martha gave us safety instructions and guided us on the walk to see the fumaroles and geysers. She explained the history of the place and recommended spots for photos, even offering to take pictures for us to have an excellent memory of the place. The walk is light; the hard part is the cold. Today we experienced -13°C with a lower wind chill. It is necessary to dress warmly in layers and not overexert oneself to avoid altitude sickness. At the end of the walk, they provided us with an excellent breakfast to replenish our energy. During the return journey, Martha showed us the local wildlife (flamingos, vicuñas, Andean geese, vizcachas, Andean foxes), and Orlando always stopped to give us time to observe and take photos.
Very Interesting and Cold morning!
chantellegomes,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a fantastic tour! Our guide, Alex, was lovely and funny and provided us with a lot of very cool facts about the geysers and different historical facts. I would caution anyone who does this trip to make sure they have a WARM winter jacket- we did not dress adequately unfortunately and suffered for it but they did warn us in advance!
Amazing experience
Excursion02516185811,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience. The landscape is impressive. The guide gave us the info to appreciate and understand what we've seen. Suggested!
Very good!
N2100JSjo oc,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good tour and very attentive guide.
Tour to Geysel Del Tatio
T6491VWeduardos,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour, done with a lot of dedication and professionalism by guide Alex. Me and my wife were delighted with the landscapes, attention and comfort. I hope to return for new attractions. Thank you very much!
Whipala Experience
C1061XJrodrigom,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience with Alex and Andres as guides, the tour was very comprehensive in terms of knowledge, attention, and the breakfast was very good. They are 100% recommended.
unmissable beauty
627paolad,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alex was amazing! The excursion was incredible! The beauty of the geothermal park is indescribable! The only very important thing to keep in mind is the freezing temperatures (-10 °C), so it is essential to wear warm clothing. The breakfast was undoubtedly the best part of all the excursions. Highly recommended!
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