Triple Excursion: Red Stones, High Plains and Chaxa
Overview
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10 hours
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Experience a complete experience in the highlands of the Atacama Desert with this 3-in-1 excursion that combines natural landscapes and local culture. The tour includes an outdoor breakfast, ideal to start a day surrounded by unique settings.
The experience includes a visit to the impressive Red Stones, whose formations of crimson tones contrast with the highland landscape, as well as an approach to the village of Socaire, where it is possible to know aspects of Andean culture and its traditional architecture.
Along the way, the highland lagoons of Miscanti and Miñiques are explored, surrounded by volcanoes and wide landscapes, offering an atmosphere of calm and connection with nature. The itinerary also includes the Chaxa Lagoon, located in the Salar de Atacama.
During the day, a lunch is included in a natural environment, accompanied by information and the accompaniment of bilingual guides.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What to bring: Warm clothing, comfortable shoes, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, 1.5 liters of still water per person
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Tropico de Capricornio
Start your day with a delicious breakfast at the Tropic of Capricorn, where the first rays of sunlight caress the landscape, preparing you for a day full of discovery and natural beauty. Your tour guide will introduce you to the surroundings, highlighting the natural and cultural aspects of the region.
Piedras Rojas
Experience the unique geological phenomenon of Piedras Rojas, a landscape that will take your breath away with its splendor and mystery. Your tour guide will explain the geological formation of this place and take you to the most impressive points to enjoy spectacular views and unique photo opportunities.
What‘s Included
Pick up from the accommodation for comfortable transportation.
Lunch
Explore iconic sites: Red Stones, High Plains, Chaxa Lagoon and Socaire
Gourmet breakfast and snacks included for a delicious culinary experience.
Bilingual guides offering detailed commentary (English and Spanish).
Red Stones, High Plain Lagoons and Atacama Salt Flat
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Triple Excursion: Red Stones, High Plains and Chaxa
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Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Unfit guide
danixac2024,Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Despite the wonderful places we knew, we did not enjoy the tour as Juliet, the guide did not handle information or vocabulary of geography, fauna or flora. In addition, the tour included Brazilians and Anglophones (12 people in total, 2 Spanish speakers) language that she did not speak at all or in the most basic, making serious mistakes, which made us feel tremendously uncomfortable. However, a Bulgarian passenger expressed her unease and it was she who assumed the role of official translator. Juliet, you improvised permanently. For example, instead of cactus "thistles", instead of flamingo "flamingo", instead of volcanic eruption "explosion". Although, it was nice does not meet the guide profile. I must point out that the one who saved the tour was Luis « Lucho » the driver who taught us a lot, he explained us about each place we visited (but only to us who were the only Chileans since he assumed he did not manage English). I find it unusual for a tour guide in one of the most visited places in Chile.
Must GO!
Emily L,Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide, Daniel and photographer, Carina are very professional. They climbed the mountains with us, they took the long and narrow path with us! They made sure we had the best experience and see the farthest and deepest! The company should promote this tour more and not just focus on the Star gazing tour which itself is amazing too :)
Great
Katherine W,May 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was great and value for money . The tour guide was great and so was the driver . I would recommend this tour
Piedras rojas
khanomt2019,May 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent excursion, Carolina and Ariel were adorable and friendly. The places visited are beautiful Recommend to 💯 🙏
Agency with great cost benefit
guedesgizelle,May 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Super punctual company. Organized and with skilled guides Everything went as planned We visited all the places that were on the script without problems. The guide is the driver were great.
Pricy but great
Alfie H,Apr 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I have never seen scenery so stunning. We visited a number of places. My tour guide Manu was great. He made sure all of us were doing well even at the high altitudes, and insisted on taking pictures of all of us at every scenic point. The bus would often stop to allow us to get a good look of animals along the way. This tour was great, if you don’t mind paying a bit more for a safe choice for a tour this is it!
A wonderful day out,
williamfJ2028NM,Apr 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The whole trip was well organized with an early morning breakfast just as the sun was rising. It was quite a long day but the group bonded well and the driver (Marco) and courier (Chris) kept us well informed and helped out with photo's etc. In between locations a good selection of music helped the journey along. Excellent day!
Amazing guides (andrea...
Kieran B,Feb 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing guides (andrea and tito), super well organised. Stops were well placed, good food. Altitude didnt affect us and the guides took things slowly.
Amazing visuals
Maribranconaka,Nov 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide was quite professional, we liked Mauritius, who explained everything with a lot of patience and detail. Great experience.
Spectacular tour with guide Mauricio Silva and driver Sergio
giorgiamZ3177VN,Nov 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lovely places, the guide Mauricio Silva and the driver Sergio are very kind people, helpful. Mauricio has a huge culture in relation to these places, history, geology, animals. You sense love for these places and culture and desire to transmit them! Bravissimo! Breakfast and lunch, included, were plentiful and delicious!
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