San Pedro de Atacama, Laguna de Chaxa and Toconao - Half day

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

7 hours

Mobile ticket

Visit the Salar de Atacama and Laguna Chaxa to observe flamingos in their natural habitat. See up close the high plateau lagoons with its rich fauna, which is a gift of nature for us to observe. Explore the towns of Socaire and Toconao.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

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

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Laguna Chaxa

Begin this tour with a pick-up between 6:30 AM and 7:00 AM. Your first stop is in Miscellanea and Miñiques Altiplanic Lagoons located at 4,200 meters above sea level. Spend some time here to appreciate the fauna of this unique place. The next stop is in the village of Atacameño de Socaire, where you can see the cultivation terraces and the village church. Visit the Salar de Atacama, the largest salt lake in Chile, where the national flamingo reserve is located. See the Chaxa lagoon and see three types of flamingos, as well as other species, that live in the Salar lagoons. For your final stop, visit the city of Toconao to appreciate the fantastic architecture of the bell tower and the village church. Departure: 07:30 hs Arrival: 2:30 p.m.

Admission Not Applicable