Atacama Small-Group Geyser and Rio Putana Wetlands Tour
Visit one of the main highlights of the Atacama Desert, the Tatio Geysers, and learn about the geothermal area on this full-day tour. Join a small group and head to the geothermal field before dawn so that you can capture the geysers during the first light of the morning. On the way back, stop at the Rio Putana to observe local flora and fauna.
Highlights
- ✓See the group of Tatio Geysers erupting at dawn
- ✓Tuck into a delicious breakfast at sunrise
- ✓Enjoy round-trip transfers from downtown hotels
- ✓A small group means more attention from your guide
What you'll see & do
- ✓After an early morning pick-up at your hotel, you will be driven to Tatio Geysers. Be prepared to experience one of the most astonishing phenomena produced by nature! **Due to the altitude, it is not advisable to eat anything until you reach the Geysers.
- ✓Next up, walk across the trails of this amazing geothermal field. Tatio Geysers are the largest group of geysers in the southern hemisphere and the third-largest in the world. At dawn, an impressive and wonderful show may be appreciated, generated by the violent steam flows that rise up to 10 Mts., reaching high temperatures. The Tatio spring waters is a natural thermal water pool rich in minerals!. After visiting them, you will go along the imposing Andes Mountain Range, and participate in the adventure of observing native plants and animals in their natural habitat. Your breakfast will be provided when the sun rises during this tour. **Tatio Geysers Entrance fee is only included on Semi-Private tour.
- ✓On your way back, you will make several stops to take photos and see Altiplano flora and fauna. We will be able to spot the village of Machuca. It is a small Atacama village located over 4,000 meters above sea level. In this village, the peasants live isolated from civilization, and their main activity is shepherding llamas and cheese production.
- ✓You will also have the opportunity to observe the Rio Putana bofedal (wetlands), which is a small valley full of native vegetation and wildlife. At the end of the trip, you will be driven back to San Pedro de Atacama. **Notes: Schedules and the order of the visited attractions are estimated and may vary due to conditions of an operational nature such as bad weather, traffic, etc. **Drop-off is at downtown area
What's included
- ✓Hotel Pick-Up (Drop-off is in the downtown area)
- ✓In-vehicle air conditioning
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Professional Bilingual Driver-Guide Assistance
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Tatio Geyser Entrance Fee (included on our Private Tour)
Good to know
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
IMPORTANT: Passport name, number, nationality and date of birth are required at time of booking for all participants
Please bring: Comfortable clothes, sunglasses, fleece in summer and jacket in winter, warm hat, sunscreen and water. You can also bring snacks
Please advise any specific dietary requirements, restrictions or allergies at the time of booking. You may use the “Special Requirements” box for that matter
IMPORTANT: this excursion is not allowed for pregnant women
Please keep in mind that we will reach a height of 4320 m.a.s.l. so some people may suffer from altitude sickness
People with hypertension problems; cardiac patients; those who have suffered embolism or edema
Minimum age for this tour is 12 years old
Pick-up from your lodging in San Pedro de Atacama is included. Pick-up is usually between 5:00 and 5:30 a.m. In summer, pick-up is usually between 4:30 and 5:00 a.m. If your hotel is NOT listed, please provide its name when booking in the 'Special Requirements' box. If you are staying at an Airbnb/ Apartment/ Bungalow please let us know your Airbnb address for pick-up and any other additional features. In this case, you MUST give a phone number so that we can reach you if needed. Pick-up is not included from hotels located in the pedestrian zone.
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.
Atacama Small-Group Geyser and Rio Putana Wetlands Tour
Visit one of the main highlights of the Atacama Desert, the Tatio Geysers, and learn about the geothermal area on this full-day tour. Join a small group and head to the geothermal field before dawn so that you can capture the geysers during the first light of the morning. On the way back, stop at the Rio Putana to observe local flora and fauna.
Highlights
- ✓See the group of Tatio Geysers erupting at dawn
- ✓Tuck into a delicious breakfast at sunrise
- ✓Enjoy round-trip transfers from downtown hotels
- ✓A small group means more attention from your guide
What you'll see & do
- ✓After an early morning pick-up at your hotel, you will be driven to Tatio Geysers. Be prepared to experience one of the most astonishing phenomena produced by nature! **Due to the altitude, it is not advisable to eat anything until you reach the Geysers.
- ✓Next up, walk across the trails of this amazing geothermal field. Tatio Geysers are the largest group of geysers in the southern hemisphere and the third-largest in the world. At dawn, an impressive and wonderful show may be appreciated, generated by the violent steam flows that rise up to 10 Mts., reaching high temperatures. The Tatio spring waters is a natural thermal water pool rich in minerals!. After visiting them, you will go along the imposing Andes Mountain Range, and participate in the adventure of observing native plants and animals in their natural habitat. Your breakfast will be provided when the sun rises during this tour. **Tatio Geysers Entrance fee is only included on Semi-Private tour.
- ✓On your way back, you will make several stops to take photos and see Altiplano flora and fauna. We will be able to spot the village of Machuca. It is a small Atacama village located over 4,000 meters above sea level. In this village, the peasants live isolated from civilization, and their main activity is shepherding llamas and cheese production.
- ✓You will also have the opportunity to observe the Rio Putana bofedal (wetlands), which is a small valley full of native vegetation and wildlife. At the end of the trip, you will be driven back to San Pedro de Atacama. **Notes: Schedules and the order of the visited attractions are estimated and may vary due to conditions of an operational nature such as bad weather, traffic, etc. **Drop-off is at downtown area
What's included
- ✓Hotel Pick-Up (Drop-off is in the downtown area)
- ✓In-vehicle air conditioning
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Professional Bilingual Driver-Guide Assistance
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Tatio Geyser Entrance Fee (included on our Private Tour)
Good to know
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
IMPORTANT: Passport name, number, nationality and date of birth are required at time of booking for all participants
Please bring: Comfortable clothes, sunglasses, fleece in summer and jacket in winter, warm hat, sunscreen and water. You can also bring snacks
Please advise any specific dietary requirements, restrictions or allergies at the time of booking. You may use the “Special Requirements” box for that matter
IMPORTANT: this excursion is not allowed for pregnant women
Please keep in mind that we will reach a height of 4320 m.a.s.l. so some people may suffer from altitude sickness
People with hypertension problems; cardiac patients; those who have suffered embolism or edema
Minimum age for this tour is 12 years old
Pick-up from your lodging in San Pedro de Atacama is included. Pick-up is usually between 5:00 and 5:30 a.m. In summer, pick-up is usually between 4:30 and 5:00 a.m. If your hotel is NOT listed, please provide its name when booking in the 'Special Requirements' box. If you are staying at an Airbnb/ Apartment/ Bungalow please let us know your Airbnb address for pick-up and any other additional features. In this case, you MUST give a phone number so that we can reach you if needed. Pick-up is not included from hotels located in the pedestrian zone.
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.