Pass By: San Pedro de Atacama, San Pedro de Atacama, Antofagasta, Chile

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.

Stop At: Geyser del Tatio, 174a Caracoles, San Pedro de Atacama 1410000

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.

Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Machuca, Route B-245, San Pedro de Atacama

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.

Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: San Pedro de Atacama, San Pedro de Atacama, Antofagasta, Chile

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.

• Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
• Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
• Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
• Duration: 7 to 8 hours (Approx.)
• Departure Time: 05:00 AM

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

• Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
• Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
• A Smile!

Hotel pick-up is offered for this tour. Note: if you are booking within 24 hours of the tour/activity departure time, we cannot guarantee hotel pick-up. Once your purchase is complete, we will send you complete contact information (phone number, email address, etc.) for our local operator to organize pick-up arrangements.

• 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
• You must let us know if you have health problems, medication allergy or any problem that may affect physical performance during the tour

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