Rainbow Valley, Hierbas Buenas Tour From San Pedro de Atacama
Keep your camera to hand as you journey through the startling landscapes of the Rainbow Valley on this morning excursion from San Pedro de Atacama. Learn more about the unique geology and mineral-rich rocks of Rainbow Valley than you would from the guidebook alone, as you weave your way through the multi-colored rock formations. Next, take a peek at the pre-Columbian ruins of Hierbas Buenas, famed for its ancient petroglyphs.
Highlights
- ✓Letting someone else drive lets you soak up the scenery
- ✓Admire ancient petroglyphs at the pre-Columbian ruins in Hierbas Buenas
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for a seamless experience
- ✓A small group means more attention from your guide
What you'll see & do
- ✓Your day trip from San Pedro de Atacama begins with hotel pickup starting at 08:00 a.m. Remember that the Hotel pick up and drop off 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.
- ✓We will travel to the west of San Pedro de Atacama to meet the Cordillera de Domeyko, a spectacular formation that coexists in parallel to Los Andes. First we will visit the sector of Yerbas Buenas, of great historical relevance for its rock art, since it has one of the most important groups of petroglyphs in the region. The tour will transport us to the time of the indigenous caravans, adding historical and cultural value to the experience.
- ✓Then, and crossing Matancilla, a sector rich in flora and fauna, we will find the Valley of the Rainbow, named for the variety of tonalities that can be seen in the surrounding hills: earth, reddish, brown, green, white and yellow colors , which combined with the white salts and the blue sky, make up a unique place.Then we will visit the viewpoint where we will contemplate the Rainbow Canyon where we will enjoy the landscapes that the desert gives to us, includying the cultural and geographic history behind of these places
- ✓After our incredible experience in between the geographic and cultural history of Atacama, we will return our trip back to San Pedro de Atacama. The drop off will be at the same point as where you were picked up (meeting point or Hotels from the list)
What's included
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Local guide
- ✓Transport by air-conditioned minivan or bus
- ✓Drop off is at the city centre
- ✓Hotel pickup
What's not included
- ✓Rainbow Valley
Good to know
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
It is recommended that you wear comfortable clothes including trekking pants, shoes and a windbreaker or warm jacket
It is recommended that you bring water, sunblock and sunglasses
Note: Please bring cash to pay for the entrance fees and any additional expenses
Meals or drinks not specified aren't included
Remember that the Hotel pick up and drop off 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. Please reconfirm the pick up information (time and location) 1 day before!
Remember that the Hotel pick up off 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. Please reconfirm the pick up information (time and location) 1 day before!
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Rainbow Valley, Hierbas Buenas Tour From San Pedro de Atacama
Keep your camera to hand as you journey through the startling landscapes of the Rainbow Valley on this morning excursion from San Pedro de Atacama. Learn more about the unique geology and mineral-rich rocks of Rainbow Valley than you would from the guidebook alone, as you weave your way through the multi-colored rock formations. Next, take a peek at the pre-Columbian ruins of Hierbas Buenas, famed for its ancient petroglyphs.
Highlights
- ✓Letting someone else drive lets you soak up the scenery
- ✓Admire ancient petroglyphs at the pre-Columbian ruins in Hierbas Buenas
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for a seamless experience
- ✓A small group means more attention from your guide
What you'll see & do
- ✓Your day trip from San Pedro de Atacama begins with hotel pickup starting at 08:00 a.m. Remember that the Hotel pick up and drop off 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.
- ✓We will travel to the west of San Pedro de Atacama to meet the Cordillera de Domeyko, a spectacular formation that coexists in parallel to Los Andes. First we will visit the sector of Yerbas Buenas, of great historical relevance for its rock art, since it has one of the most important groups of petroglyphs in the region. The tour will transport us to the time of the indigenous caravans, adding historical and cultural value to the experience.
- ✓Then, and crossing Matancilla, a sector rich in flora and fauna, we will find the Valley of the Rainbow, named for the variety of tonalities that can be seen in the surrounding hills: earth, reddish, brown, green, white and yellow colors , which combined with the white salts and the blue sky, make up a unique place.Then we will visit the viewpoint where we will contemplate the Rainbow Canyon where we will enjoy the landscapes that the desert gives to us, includying the cultural and geographic history behind of these places
- ✓After our incredible experience in between the geographic and cultural history of Atacama, we will return our trip back to San Pedro de Atacama. The drop off will be at the same point as where you were picked up (meeting point or Hotels from the list)
What's included
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Local guide
- ✓Transport by air-conditioned minivan or bus
- ✓Drop off is at the city centre
- ✓Hotel pickup
What's not included
- ✓Rainbow Valley
Good to know
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
It is recommended that you wear comfortable clothes including trekking pants, shoes and a windbreaker or warm jacket
It is recommended that you bring water, sunblock and sunglasses
Note: Please bring cash to pay for the entrance fees and any additional expenses
Meals or drinks not specified aren't included
Remember that the Hotel pick up and drop off 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. Please reconfirm the pick up information (time and location) 1 day before!
Remember that the Hotel pick up off 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. Please reconfirm the pick up information (time and location) 1 day before!
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.