CHILE
Full Day Tour to Red Stones, High Plains and Chaxa
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At a glance
- Location
- Chile
- Languages
- pt, en, es
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation available
- Operated by
- Senderos Atacameños
- Booking
- Instant confirmation, mobile e-ticket
Overview
Our tour combines some of the most spectacular landscapes of the Atacama Desert into one experience. It includes breakfast and lunch, allowing you to enjoy the tour in greater comfort, as well as the company of local guides who will share information about the geography, fauna and culture of the area.
The itinerary is carefully planned to offer the necessary time at each stop, providing excellent opportunities for landscape observation and photography in some of the most emblematic places of the Chilean highlands.
What's included
- Tourism Guide with Certification
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
- Tickets included Red Stones and Altiplanic Lagoons : $18.75 USD per person ($15,000 CLP)
- Breakfast
- Tickets included Laguna Chaxa : $15 USD per person ($13,800 CLP)
Itinerary
- (2h)
The accredited guide will pick you up directly from your hotel to start the excursion towards the village of Socaire. Along the way we will make a stop in the Tropic of Capricorn, where you can take pictures and know its geographical importance.
- (1h)
We will continue with a delicious breakfast, and then visit the traditional village of socaire, renowned for its architecture and local culture.
- (2h)
Discover the spectacular beauty of Piedras Rojas and the Salar de Aguas Calientes, one of the most amazing landscapes of the Atacama Desert. During your visit you can admire the contrast between the reddish rock formations, the turquoise waters of the lagoon and the imposing volcanic environment that surrounds them. You will have time to tour the viewpoints, capture unique photographs and take in one of the most stunning natural scenes of the Andean highlands.
- (1h)
Visit the stunning Miscanti and Miñiques High Plains, located at over 4,000 meters altitude. During the tour you will enjoy unique panoramic views of its intense blue waters, surrounded by majestic volcanoes and Andean landscapes of extraordinary beauty. You will have time to walk through the viewpoints, take unforgettable photographs and get to know the flora, fauna and natural wealth of one of the most emblematic places of the Atacama Desert.
- (2h)
Visit the beautiful salt flat and flamingo spot, we finish the tour with the return to your hotels, ensuring a comfortable, safe and memorable experience.
Meeting & pickup
For your convenience, the service includes pickup from hotels and accommodations in San Pedro de Atacama. Please be prepared in the lobby or main entrance 30 minutes in advance. The exact pick-up time will be informed the day before the tour to ensure an organized and punctual experience.
Good to know
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation available — see Viator booking page for exact deadlines and refund terms.
About the operator
Senderos Atacameños operates this experience in Chile. All bookings are managed and confirmed directly through Viator, the world’s leading marketplace for tours and experiences, ensuring secure payment, instant confirmation, and 24/7 customer support.
Tour information last updated October 5, 2026