Piedras Rojas + Altiplanic Lagoons and Salar de Atacama

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From USD 80

4.89
165 reviews

Overview

Available languages

English
Spanish

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

Options

Piedras Rojas + Altiplanic Lagoons and Salar de Atacama

Pickup included

Reviews

4.89

165 reviews

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  • Great host and wonderful...

    Kel S,

    May 5, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Great 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

    5.00

    Manuel, 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

    5.00

    Manuel 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.

  • A must do tour!

    Julie D,

    Apr 13, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Wonderful trip. So much to see-lots of animals (llamas, vicuña, flamingos), Tropic of Capricorn, incredible views (featuring mountains and various bodies of water), and a walk (about 4.5k along a very good path) with stunning views. Breakfast and lunch were delicious and very filling (no dinner needed for me!). Not to be missed tour!

  • a wonderful experience....

    Matthew J,

    Mar 30, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    a wonderful experience. ronald and oscar were amazing hosts and guides….extremely knowledgeable, understanding, and great fun and energy. and not to mention the absolutely beautiful and breathtaking sites visited. highly recommended !