Piedras Rojas + Altiplanic Lagoons and Salar de Atacama
Overview
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12 hours
Mobile ticket
Toconao (Kunza Rincón perdido) enchants for its simplicity, calm of its people, special climate, beautiful architecture and crafts; We will visit the marginal area of the Salar de Atacama known as Laguna Chaxa located in Sector Soncor R.N.L. F. Later we headed towards the South East (Cordillera de los Andes) to settle in a Socaire Altiplanic Town, we visited its Church and learned about its agriculture. Once installed in the cordon of the Andes we headed approx. At 4200 masl to meet the Miscanti and Meñiques Lagoons. These lagoons belong to the R. N. Los F., characterized by volcanoes and mountainous reliefs such as the Miscanti hill and the Meñiques volcano. Both lagoons are born from groundwater from melting ice. Continuing along the slopes of the South Andes we head to the Salar de Talar Touristically known as Piedras Rojas, where the rocks are subjected to natural oxidation and weathering.
Additional Info
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)
Maximum age 75 years (Policies of our agency)
Pregnant (Policies of our agency)
Does NOT include entrance ticket to sites or places to visit... the tourist pays directly there.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Shared Transportation
Drop off center
Pickup Hotel
Lunch en route
Breakfast
Driver/Guide (Spanish and English)
Entrance Ticket to Parks, Reserves or Sites to visit are NOT included in the Value of the Tour
What To Expect
Iglesia de Socaire
Visit the Town of Toconao, crafts, square, church
Laguna Chaxa
Los Flamencos National Reserve is located in the commune of San Pedro de Atacama, Antofagasta Region in northern Chile. The reserve covers a total area of 740 km
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Piedras Rojas + Altiplanic Lagoons and Salar de Atacama
Pickup included
Reviews
170 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing one day tour! the...
Myriam S,
Jun 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing one day tour! the guide Javier took care of everything: the driving, explanations and breakfast/lunch We saw stunning landscapes
Beautiful Experience
Adriana M,
Jun 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00This tour will make you feel the magic of the Atacama desert. The places you visit are incredibly beautiful and the whole experience is like no other you’ve lived. Our tour guide/driver/chef Daniel was fun, engaging and knowledgeable. A fantastic day!
Great host and wonderful...
Kel S,
May 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great host and wonderful tour. The driver and host easily came up with a Plan B when the main attraction shut their doors unexpectedly due to plumbing difficulties. We saw some beautiful lagoons with rare wildlife both in the lagoons and along the road as we drove. The host was very knowledgeable and thoughtful. Would use this tour group again!
Exceptional Experience with a superb tour guide
Godwin A,
May 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00Manuel, tour guide was exceptional. He picked us up on time and was very courteous, helpful and attentive to everybody. He is a true and seasoned veteran.
Great day trip from San Pedro
Katherine P,
Apr 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00Manuel with Whipala Expeditions was an excellent guide on a very long day trip. He gave us lots of information while also making sure we had lots of time to photograph at each stop. He also was kind enough to slowly walk with me at high altitude while I struggled a bit. Couldn’t ask for a better guide. The sights were exceptional and worth every dollar. You will love the landscapes.
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