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El Tatio Geysers Tour from San Pedro de Atacama

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San Pedro de Atacama, Chile

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Overview

Don't miss this early morning tour to El Tatio geyser field, one of San Pedro de Atacama’s most popular surrounding attractions and one of the biggest geothermal fields in the world with more than 80 geyers. With a local guide, you'll arrive at El Tatio at sunrise, when the cold, high-altitude air creates a mystical landscape of steam. Then enjoy a light breakfast. End your tour with a stop in the small adobe village of Machuca.

What's Included

  • Breakfast
  • Drop off is at the city centre
  • Hotel pickup
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fee to El Tatio geyser field
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
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Remember that the Hotel pick up is included only on Hotels located nearby San Pedro de Atacama urban zone. If your Hotel is located on Ayllus far away from the downtown, please let us know to arrange a meeting point for being picked up.

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San Pedro de Atacama (pass by)

Your tour starts with hotel pickup by van before dawn — yep, that's early! — from San Pedro de Atacama. The hotel pickup starts from the Hotels located nearby San Pedro de Atacama urban zone. We will drive north of San Pedro de Atacama to El Tatio, an approximate 1.5- to 2-hour trip.The El Tatio Geyser Field stands just over 14,000 feet above sea level in the Andes Mountains of northern Chile and getting there is half the fun. You’ll travel up windy scenic mountain roads surrounded by snow-covered active and dormant volcanic peaks along the way. Magma beneath the surface acts to heat an underground source of water resulting in an explosive release of pressure.
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Geyser del Tatio

Your arrival at the geyser field coincides with the rising sun, which gives the geysers their most spectacular appearance. In the cold, early morning air of sunrise, each geyser is topped with a white column of steam that disappears when the temperature warms up. You have about two hours to walk around the field, marveling at the geothermal wonders and taking pictures. Then enjoy a light breakfast that typically includes a ham and cheese sandwich, biscuit, fruit, juice, tea and coffee.After about three hours total at El Tatio, head back toward San Pedro de Atacama, stopping in the village of Machuca.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Machuca

You have about an hour here to explore the very tiny village (about 10 residents) at your leisure, checking out its wooden church, handful of adobe houses with thatch roofs, and artisan shop. If you wish, try a llama empanada, the local specialty (own expense).Finally, make the drive back to San Pedro de Atacama.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

San Pedro de Atacama (pass by)

Finally, make the drive back to San Pedro de Atacama, where your tour ends with hotel drop-off around midday. Remember that this trip takes approximately 3 hours to get back to San Pedro de Atacama.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • You must let us know if you have health problems, medication allergy or any problem that may affect physical performance during the tour
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times
  • Note: It is not recommended for children under 10 years old to use the pools due to the high water temperatures
  • Pick up is from 5:00 to 5:40 summer time and 04:30 to 05:10 winter time.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the El Tatio Geysers Tour from San Pedro de Atacama?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (-04). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Breakfast
  • Drop off is at the city centre
  • Hotel pickup
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Local guide
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fee to El Tatio geyser field
  • Food and drinks, unless specified

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • You must let us know if you have health problems, medication allergy or any problem that may affect physical performance during the tour
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • It is recommended that you wear comfortable clothes including trekking pants and shoes, and a windbreaker or warm jacket
  • Note: Please bring cash to pay the entrance fees and any additional expenses
  • Note: El Tatio sits at an elevation of nearly 14,000 feet, which may cause altitude sickness for some; it is recommended that you drink plenty of hot tea or water prior to the tour and carry any necessary medication
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times
  • Note: It is not recommended for children under 10 years old to use the pools due to the high water temperatures
  • Pick up is from 5:00 to 5:40 summer time and 04:30 to 05:10 winter time.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (-04).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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