You can see llama so near! And the grass and sky and lake was so nice and it feels like I'm in 'The garden of Eden'. You guys have to visit here. Recommend strongly!

This place is also called as hidden lagoon which is really looks like. The surrounding landscape is beautiful! A lot of Llamas spend time here.

We had lunch here are were blown away at this oasis. Sprawling rock formations and luscious green fields with rivers in them. Llamas are everywhere, actually a great deal of wildlife call this home. This is a great place to devote about 2 hours towards including your lunchbreak. A fantastic escape. No toilets, no bins (take your rubbish) and plenty of visitors.

This lagoon is slihgtly different from the others. It's a little bit hidden but the silence and the atmosphere you can find are unique.

A beautiful place with rocks and small lagoons. It is fun to climb the rocks, reach the top (and later brag about it). The views are beautiful from the top. Usually included in the last day of the 3 day salar de uyuni tours. Glad i came to this gem.

The Laguna itself is nice but what really worth it is the surrounding landscape! Beautiful!

For us on the way to uyuni was this place most beautiful... just check the photos 😉

📍 Canāpa lagoon, Bolivia 🇧🇴 For the last 2 days I was out of the network, no internet, no network, no hot water, no electricity, no good food! But Alhamdulillah is showing a place that God is incredible even if it is incredible; What I have seen these days is not like expressing language. Repeatedly, I just thought I went to another planet, not the earth. How beautiful is this world of our world! The following pictures are pictures of Canāpa Lagoon; It is like a color game: blue water on the lake, gray color of the mountain, green/yellow grass, white ice on the top of the hill, hundreds of flamingo in their wildlife! It is a real sign of the artist's hand painted.

A beautiful lake with stunning surrounding scenery - literally a mountain/volcano in every direction. Theres a nice walking trail by the side of the lake which is well worth it to take in the atmosphere. It is quite a popular stop so can get very busy at times!

There are so many flamingos here. We saw both James and Andean flamingos. They’re beautiful to watch!

Tremendous landscape. Totally worth visiting. If you are planning a 3 day tour definitely put it in your schedule. It is not considered one of the famous lakes like Colorada or verde but believe me it is equally impressive

An amazing stop which is mostly likely part of your tour. We visited during winter so the lake had quite a number of flamingoes. One of the nicest sights to see.

If you ever wanted to see what Earth looked like when it was still loading, this is it. Laguna Cañapa sits at over 4100m in the Eduardo Avaroa Reserve and makes you question whether your lungs are working—or if it’s just the view taking your breath away. The lake is usually graced by three types of flamingos strutting like they own the place (which honestly, they do). Framed by dead-serious volcanoes and salt-streaked shores, it’s got the vibe of a Wes Anderson film, minus the symmetrical humans. Fun stats: • Surface area: 1.42 square kilometers • Elevation: ~4140 meters • Zero cafes, one million flamingos Verdict: Looks photoshopped, feels dreamlike, sounds like wind whispering secrets through the Andes. Bring a jacket, a good camera, and leave your existential dread at sea level. Positively definitely a must‑visit place.

This salted lake lies in the South of Lipez desert and it has a surface of 1.4 sq. klm. It is flooded with flamingos, which is a feeding ground for them. The area is surrounded by volcanoes and it feels like you have reached the end of the world. The elevation is approximately 4,100m.

Just wow. This was the highlight of the lakes in the region for us. Not only is it situated in a beautiful location, with incredible views of mountains and volcanoes that surround it, but it had hundreds of flamingos! And it was possible to get very close to the flamingos, who hung by the lakeshore and were not timid - excellent to observe them and for photos! Also, despite how busy other lakes were, we seemed to have the whole place to ourselves!

A saline lake in the Nor Lípez Province, Potosí Department in Bolivia. Various migratory species of pink and white flamingos can be found here. This lake has a high saline content of 66-80% and an average depth of just under one foot. The name Laguna Hedionda fittingly means ‘Stinking Lake’ in Spanish after the unappealing smell caused by its high sulfur content.

We had lunch overlooking the flamingos. You can walk close to the flamingos. We saw James and Andean flamingos. Bathrooms costs 5 sol.

This is a salt lake in the Bolivian Altiplano near to the borders with Chile. It lies at an altitude of approximately 4,120m and it houses important local fauna and flora. It is part of the 9 small saline lakes, and one of the four blue lakes in the area, and its name means stinking lake, due to the high sulphur content.

The sulfur-laden Laguna Hedionda (translating to 'stinking lake') lies above 13,500 feet on the Altiplano of the Andes, near the foot of the volcano Ollagüe. In contrast to its great elevation, Hedionda's depth is less than a foot on average, so even if you hold your nose, don't expect to do the backstroke on this backcountry water body. Time your visit right, though, and you'll see flocks of flamingos and other wallowing waterfowl.

One of your first stops if you are touring from San Pedro. What an amazing sight to witness. The beautiful Laguna Hedionda is opening sight once you enter Bolivia. A must see!

Truly amazing place to come to get a real close up look at the flamingos around. The smell by the water is pretty awful but that's the price you pay for it's beauty. Highly recommended.

Tayka el Desierto is a tough one to review, as it’s such an isolated place that expectations need to be kept realistic. The rooms are absolutely freezing at night once the heating goes off, but the beds are wonderfully warm thanks to thick thermal blankets. I still ended up sleeping in my Marks and Spencer thermal undergarments to stay comfortable! Mornings are cold too — although there is hot water, I couldn’t face stepping out of the shower into the chilly room. The food is okay, nothing special, but enough to get by. WiFi is available, but only in the reception area. This isn’t the kind of place you’d want for a long stay, but if you’re passing through, it’s part of the adventure. Be tough, brave the experience, and it’ll make you appreciate every other hotel you stay in afterwards. A unique and memorable stop!

An interesting hotel to review. The hotel is located in the middle of nowhere at 4600m so your expectations cannot be high. The rooms are clean but basic. You get a bathroom, a reasonably comfortable bed and that's about it. The area gets cold and they are somewhat geared up for it. We had a gas heater in our room which helped (although we couldn't leave it on overnight) and were given hot water bottles at bed time to keep us warm. The covers are nice and warm and really helped. The hotel is solar powered and there is no electricity other than some emergency lights after 10:30PM. I would say that while this is understandable, it would have been nice for them to provide some battery powered lanterns so you can at least use the bathroom overnight without fumbling with your phone torch. The meals were okay. The restaurant is kept very warm and while there are vegetarian options, they were basic. It definitely wasn't bad, but it won't win prizes. Given the context of the hotel being located in the middle of nowhere, you cannot complain. The last thing to mention is the view outside the windows is amazing. If you're there before sunset or after sunset, it's breathtaking and really makes it all worth it.

Worst experience ever : The food made me sick (salmonella), the night without heating was freezing cold (but still more warm than the receptionist) and I couldn’t breath at this altitude. Unfortunately, this is the only hotel in this area, if you want to visit the lagoon and the different place around, you’ll have to go there. I wish they’ll open another hotel in this area with decent service and comfort.

As people have said, expectations need to be managed due to the extreme remoteness of this location. We were here in Winter and yes the cheap rooms are unbelievably cold but the more expensive ones are great - warm, and you get a hot water bottle! The location is incredible. I am not sure why the criticism about the food - it was basically 'fine dining' - the food and the service! Different things every night (we stayed 3 nights); it was fabulous. Breakfast was OK (included). The service from the staff was top-notch

We enjoyed our experience here in the middle of nowhere. The dinner was excellent. The breakfast unfortunately was not great which was surprising as the dinner was well done. My recommendation is to shower in the morning at your previous hotel before arriving at Tayka as the water pressure in the shower was not great - at least in Room 3 when we were there.

One of the most interesting places I've ever visited. You're literally in the middle of nowhere. What surprised me was the quality of service considering your situated in the middle of desert. The service was very outgoing and solved any problem that occurred. Also the rooms were very cozy and nice. The heaters were working, but consided that it's cold outside so it takes time to heat the rooms, but I felt pretty comfortable in the bed. The restaurant was also very good (the food and service). This place also had pretty stable internet (better that in hotels I've been to in cities). You can pay in Bolivianos, but also in dollars or euros. I can only recommend to stay in this charming place. Take a walk during the day, but also during the night.. you're in special place after all :)

This hotel is located in the middle of nowhere at 4500 m, but still manages to deliver a nice dinner and ok breakfast buffet and there is well working WiFi (signal is strongest by the reception). Rooms are basic, but clean. They are indeed quite cold (especially since we went in the winter), but covers were really thick, so it was not a problem to sleep (more to dress up in the morning or when using the bathroom). Really beautiful location, nice to see the stars at night.

This is an isolated rock formation in the Eduardo Avaroa Andean Fauna National Reserve of Sur Lípez Province, Bolivia. A popular social share, it projects out of the altiplano sand dunes of Siloli in the Potosí Department, about 18 kilometres north of Laguna Colorada.

The wind has created beautiful sculptures here, with the Arbol Piedra (the Rock Tree) as an absolute highlight. Combine this with the empty plain where the rocks are and the snow-stained mountains and you have an unforgettable experience. Take a walk among the rocks and discover the yareta / llareta (Azorella Compacta) and the southern vizcacha (Lagidium Viscacia).

Giving a rating as one since we were charged 290 usd for a 4 day 3 night package with English guide . On the third day at noon 3 pm we are made to wait at the office for a cab wasting 4-5 hours of our trip with no arrangement of a room though we were promised that

It's ok to pass while you are on a tour, but would not drive there just to see it.

stunning

i havent been here before but it looks great but can u tell on the revew what type of ROCK it is im struggiling to find out if it is a sedementery rock or a metamorphique rock.....

Great quick pit stop on your way back to Uyuni. Interesting to see how the wind had carved in to the stones.

Laguna Colorada or Red Lagoon is an incredible natural wonder in Bolivia, near the border with Chile. It's an experience that no pictures or videos can translate. Seeing the stunning flamingo in their habitat (and the reason why they are pink after all comes from the lagoon pigmentation) felt like being live in a documentary from the BBC. Unforgettable.

🦩 🦩🦩🦩🦩🦩🦩🦩🦩🦩🦩🦩🦩 One of the most surreal places I’ve ever stumbled into, like someone Photoshopped Mars, added a dash of flamingo chic, and forgot to invite the rest of the tourists. When I went, it was just us, the flamingos, and the howling silence of high-altitude nothingness. No selfie sticks. No tour buses. Just volcanic mountains and a lake that bleeds red under the Andean sky. The flamingos 🦩 ? Still hundreds of them.. (as it was low season) strutting around like they own the planet. Which, out here, they kind of do. Mostly James’s, Chilean, and Andean flamingos all doing ballet in freezing shallow waters like it’s no big deal. May to December, especially September to November when breeding season hits and the population explodes like pink confetti across the lake. Outside of this, you might see fewer of them, but even a dozen flamingos in this red surreal soup is something else. Andean flamingos are the rarest in the world, and Laguna Colorada is one of their main breeding sites. During the coldest months (June to August), some migrate to lower altitudes, but many remain thanks to geothermal activity that keeps parts of the lake from freezing. Their primary food source is red algae, which not only fuels their feathers but also paints the lake in its iconic crimson hue—basically the most dramatic dinner date imaginable. At an altitude of 4,278 meters above sea level and covering roughly 60 square kilometers, Laguna Colorada is both breathtaking and breath-snatching. The temperature ranges from freezing to frostbite, the air is thinner than your excuses, and flamingos number in the thousands during peak season. When I explored the lake, tourist count was basically in the single digit, just raw nature, pink birds, and the creeping suspicion that I had entered a flamingo-controlled simulation. VERDICT: Felt like I was trespassing in a sacred sanctuary on another planet, silent, surreal, and utterly humbling. Would absolutely return, though next time with more thermal layers and less ego. If you value solitude, bone chilling temperatures, and raw untouched nature, this is not just a recommendation, it’s a rite of passage.

The most incredible red lagoon filled with up to 30,000 flamingos. We also saw vicuñas and llamas. It shows red when there’s the perfect combination of sun and wind—they say it’s best in the afternoon.

This is an amazing place, full of flamingo and with a wonderful color; red, white and green. There is a small trek to do to see the laguna from an upper view which is great and allow you to have a 360 degree vision.

One of the most unusual and stunning attractions in Bolivia. Laguna Colorada is a shallow salt lake, peppered with white borax islands. It spans 6000 hectares, but is less than a metre deep. The strong red-brown color of this lake is derived from algae that thrive in its salty water.

This lake is absolutely stunning. The colors you get to see there are unbelievable! I saw flamingoes and llamas there and the landscape was so perfect. This place is definitely a MUST if you’re going to Uyuni, along with the green lake and the thermal pools. Beautiful beautiful beautiful!!!

It is unique place which is available only by jeeps, but it is really Travel worthy. Red colored lagoon with herds of flamingos and variety of other local birds. This landscape is unmistakable.

Sol de Mañana isn’t conventionally beautiful — it’s primal, brutal, and mesmerizing. It’s one of the rare places on Earth where you feel like a witness to something ancient and alive, where the planet's power isn’t hidden — it’s on full display. As part of the Uyuni circuit, it's not a long stop, but it's an essential one. The stark contrast between the peace of the salt flats and the raw violence of the geothermal earth adds depth to the journey — and reminds you just how wildly diverse and dramatic Bolivia truly is.

Very intense experience of the forces of Nature. Well worth a visit. It’s a very high aktitude - and a rocky Road. But if you’re on a trip in the area it’s a must-see.

Such a wonder of nature. Definitely worth a visit to see the geothermal steam spouts bubbling away. We loved exploring around here at sunrise despite the strong sulphur smell! There are clearly marked rock boundaries so you know where’s safe to watch from as it is volcanic activity!

If you're here early enough you can see the steam. It's super cold though so come prepared

Intriguing place to visit. Sol de Mañana (Spanish for Morning Sun) is a beautiful and otherwordly area lined with geysers, bubbling mud pots and the distinct smell of sulphur. Located at more than 4850 m altitude, this field of geysers is fed by an underlying volcanic activity, due to the friction of the American plate with the South Pacific plate.

The place is a geothermal area that extends over 10 sq. klm in an altitude between 4,800m to 5,000m. The volcanic activity is significant, while the sulphur springs and mud lakes steam non stop. Bolivia made a geothermal energy plant in order to sell the stored energy to Chile, but the exploitation of the site is uneconomic.

Feel the force(and smell) of nature! At high altitude, it does get windy around the geysers but what an incredible sight to see it. Definitely worth the experience.

This was a fabulous experience not only because it was freezing cold and the hot springs provided great warmth but also the whole ambience of the area with the desert in the mountains. It is really a great place to break the drive from San Pedro. Nice facilities and the springs are beautiful to sit in.

Really hot, gorgeous gorgeous for sunrise, shame about the accommodation you stay in just near it, absolute shambles. But hot springs super 👌🏼

This enchanting destination is renowned for its mineral-rich hot springs. Something different in Salar De Uyuni, warm enticing pools to allow visitors can bathe, soak and chill in the thermal waters. While the surrounding was not particularly scenic, it is a fascinating experience to relax in the cosy pool which reputedly has healing properties.

Awesome lagoon, you can even bathe in the termal water, if you like (you have to pay a small sum, though). There are flamingos and rarely some other birds, plus the sunny day and the few clouds made the landscape really scenic. There is a place to buy some water, too, and one of the few bathrooms we saw during all day, which is obviously paid.

Amazing experience in the middle of nowhere. Bath at 4.600 meter above sea level, 38 Celsius degrees waters. The views are amazing and after taking a bath there you’ll end up feeling like a feather!!! Amazing plan!

Can get crowded at the Termas de Polques. Otherwise it's part of your tour and one of the first stops. Depending on your tour, you have a limited time to stay here in the Termas.

Good for view. Okay level water quality in terms of skin benefits from hot spring since low surfer concentration.

This is one of my favourite landscapes to see in San Pedro de Atacama. At 4,534 metres above sea level, the Vado is taller than the Geisers del Tatio. You can see Andean gulls and flamingos there.

A beautiful stop on the way to El Tatio Geysers to view spectacular views across rich Wetlands towards the Andes mountains. And lots of wildlife to see. A photographer's dream

Outstanding and breathtaking landscapes. For wildlife lovers.❤️

Beautiful!!! It’s a must stop.

Beautiful place with wildlife too.

Many animals are finding foods here including vicunas. It's an interesting place in a desert.

Half fozen river [in winter] with lots of birds, vicuñas and rabbits. Touristy in morning; all to yourself in afternoon.

Laguna Blanca is a salt lake in an endorheic basin, meaning that it retains water and allows no outflow to other lakes, rivers or oceans. The White Lake, separated from the Green Lake by a narrow piece of land, owns its milky color because of the high concentration of minerals in the waters, mostly borax.

Laguna Blanca, where the water’s whiter than your last lie and the wind slaps harder than grandma catching you in one. Sitting high up in the Bolivian Altiplano, this salty ghost lake looks like someone spilled milk on the desert and left it there to vibe. At over 4000 meters, breathing’s optional. The lake’s shallow, crusted with borax, and sometimes graced by flamingos who seem just as confused as you. No cafes, no crowds, just wind, space, and silence that judges you gently. Like standing in a snow globe designed by Salvador Dalí. If you enjoy surreal beauty, flamingo jump scares, and light altitude induced hallucinations, this one’s a keeper. Would ghost again, if I ever pass by this part of the world.

Marvelous play of colors in crystal clear landscape high up in the desert. We were here for a Licancabur climb from the Chilean side. Approach from San Pedro and border crossing uncomplicated, you have to bring some time. Accommodation and excellent food in the near hut. Wonderfully, the lagoon at sunset is not white, but blood red - if you are lucky, there are still flamingos in it.

A beautiful lake surrounded by an amazing landscape. The conditions are harsh for the animals that live here, because even in the blistering sun the water along the shore is frozen and some birds just have to see how they collect their food.

Beautiful colors,so quite but windy. What stunning view that we are so lucky to have it .

We were there in July and it was completely frozen. Cool sight!

Laguna Blanca is a beautiful lake that is unfortunately right next to Laguna Verde which is in my opinion, a lot more beautiful. Still, you get some fantastic views along the road here towards Chile.

Very nice Laguna but is not always green, only in certain period, but very nice miror effect

Equally pretty, but poisonous, sister of the white Laguna Blanca in green (among other things because of the arsenic content so beautiful green; therefore no flamingos here). Light and colors as drawn by Dutch masters. Access as to the Laguna Blanca also over the Chilean border not difficult, but needs some time. Accommodation and meals in the nearby hut (Ref. Alto). Here are some pictures during an ascent to Licancabur.

Beautiful green lake near Uyuni! The color are stunning, the contrast of the pink flamingoes in the green waters and the blue sky is absolutely gorgeous. The landscape looked just like a perfect painting, it was so hard to believe what my eyes were looking at! Definitely must visit when in Uyuni!!!

Amazing ! Get there after 10am to enjoy the green color of the lagune

Laguna Verde is a beautiful natural beauty near Chile border in Bolivia. It is one of the best views on the Salar de Uyuni road.

I think the lake is a bit of a 50/50 in terms of the colours you see. When we had seen it, even our guide was amazed by the colour. I would say it's very similar to the colours of Laguna 69 (although, maybe slightly less spectacular). Still, loved the view!!!!

So the trip from san pedro and finish in uyuni starts after bordercrosing here. And it's amazing... all those lagunas and wildlife was just stuning .... Be awere before high altitude sicknes.... Few of our frinds where pretty out from that high altitude....

7 pools with different temperatures, clearest water I've seen, beautiful setting. OK changing rooms. Beware of you go for the morning slot to be ready to be rushed out at 1pm.

Lovely spot, we had a rental car and the drive was a breeze - no 4WD required! Spend approximately 3 hours in the water and then made the trek back up to the car park. Being plenty of food and water, at this altitude you’ll need it before heading back!

Ancient houses and animal’s domestication corrals, thousand-year old cactus, and the most important the hot springs that you can delight for free, several pools, not crowded. The trail is about 25min to get to the largest pools and moderate difficulty. Solo big steps to go up and down will required to use your hands.

I loved this place! It's great fun to swim in such warm, clear pools and splash under the little waterfalls. The changing facilities are ok, and not too intrusive on the overall natural look of the place. The only downside is that I relied on a tour company to get me there, and they only picked me up at 2pm - so by the time we arrived we'd lost an hour of the 3 hours you can spend here.

Beautiful location. Well maintained baths, changing areas, and walkways. .

A bit of a must-see! Take a robe, towel and sandals - it's cold stepping out of the hot water. I believe the further downstream you go the cooler the water. Was not too hot

A nice, natural place for thermal bath. equipped with changing rooms (lockers without lock) and wash rooms. Recommend to buy tickets in advance online but tickets can also be bought at reception with cash, 30000 clp per person. Connected road is poorly maintained, like most of the roads in San Pedro.

Amazing place. If you want know about the chile history, this is a best opportunity for you. The entrance cost 6.000 CLP.

We borrowed bicycles from Hotel Cumbres as suggested by JLA Max, and he escorted us on the 5km largely flat ride. (Be en route by 9.30am latest to avoid pre-sun heat). Once you’ve got in (after ‘normal for Chile’ bureaucracy which adds ten minutes of form-filing to the simple process of buying a ticket) the archeological site is well-organised. The pathways are in good condition and wind upwards through the terrain. Sadly the route close to the ruins was closed (why?!), so one has to make do with long-distance views. But with a mobile camera the photos enable a good look at the structures. We wondered what the roofs would have been made of? So we looked forward to seeing a scale model reconstruction in the little museum…but a 2cm photo tucked away in a corner is all there was. All-Spanish information about the contents of the glass-topped cases, and not much of that. Disappointing given the undoubted expertise of the archaeologists who’ve uncovered the ruins and found the objects. Whinge over. The main thing is that the integration of habitation with landscape is well worth seeing. And if you’re a walker it’s a rewarding route whether you take in a couple of sections or do the whole traverse.

I love this trail it’s fun and it has a lot of history amazing place archeological site a must when you are traveling to the San Pedro de Atacama

It’s one of the most amazing places you can go here! The views are just amazing and you see the whole of San Pedro from above, the valley of the death and the river valley in a way you will never forget. The people are super nice I super recommend ! Must go!

It's a hike that will require a lot from you, but the view from upthere is quite amazing! 
Pukara de Quitor is located a bit far away from the city, around 30-40 minutes walking depeding on your location. There was several people walking there and also cycling there when I went alone that day. You will need to pay to get into, I believe it is around 5,000 pesos, I entered as a student and paid lower than 4,000. There's also bathrooms in there once you enter. 
There is also several stops with shadow and seats on the way up, I'd say 2-3 stops like this. And the arc on the top is great, the view from San Pedrom from there is amazing, and you will get amazing pictures. I did not went up to the last stop, since I was tired and was not 100%. Up to the arc I might have taken 40-50 minutes walking up with long stops, since it was around 3-4 pm and really hot. But I recommend, it's demanding but it's worthy it.

The hilltop offers beautiful views of San Pedro. Worthwhile if you can walk for 40 minutes. I suggest going in the morning before the overhead sun becomes too hot. Even on cloudy days, sunscreen is highly recommended... the translations on the historical aspects are ok, but I would recommend reading up on Wikipedia for clearer explanations etc.

A difficult but rewarding hike. It can be a grind in some areas but there are shaded and sheltered areas. Bring lots of water. Recommend going early in the day to avoid the sun/heat. Also there is a few to do the hike but it is not expensive. The walk from town to the base of the park is fine to go on foot, although it seemed most drive or cycled.

(Translated by Google) If it seems good to me (Original) Si me parece bien

(Translated by Google) Mmmh bad (Original) Mmmh malo

(Translated by Google) Excellent (Original) Ótimo

(Translated by Google) Well (Original) Bueno

(Translated by Google) Brilliant (Original) Genial

An excellent museum! A treasure trove of information presented in a very interesting manner. Exciting to see 40 years of effort and dedication to amass such an impressive collection. Our guide was so kind, knowledgeable and spoke fluent English. And the dome used to house these meteorites was really cool too! Thank you for sharing your passion with us!

Small but interesting museum with a good amount of information about meteorites and the past events involving them in Atacama and the world. The tour inside the museum follows a audio guide in many languages (Portuguese, English and Spanish, maybe more?).

Amazing collection, with lots of technical details and some great displays. At the end the staff will show you some more samples close up in a more interactive session. Highly recommend!

Definitely one of the best museums I've ever visited. Low budget, high value, excellent audio guide, incredible to see: - physical objects that are older than our earth or our solar system. (4.5 billion years old), that have only been on earth for 1-2 million years. - meteorites with the amino acids from which possibly life later emerged The people behind this should be proud of themselves.

A very nice experience at the Museo del Meteorito! The exhibits are informative and nicely presented, offering an insight into meteorites. It was to have the opportunity to touch real meteorite specimens. I highly recommend a visit to the Museo del Meteorito to anyone with even a passing interest in space or science, it’s a very fast visit but it is an enriching experience!

Very informative look at the history of the earth though meteorites. Thoroughly enjoyed, especially the guided tour at the end and touching samples!

It’s a unique museum of meteorite. They are very small but we can know meteorites details with audio guide and video. Audio guide has several language options, English, Spanish and Portuguese. They open until 21:00, so you can go there after finish the outside city tour.

A really beautiful historical peaceful church. Apart from that it is a significant historical landmark in Chile, known for its cultural syncretism between indigenous and Spanish influences. It was built during the colonial period and the current structure dates back to the 17th century, with modifications in the 18th century. It is constructed from local materials like adobe, chañar wood, and cactus wood, reflecting Andean colonial architecture.

If you're in town, it's easy to find and view. A typical church of this kind, but nothing special. As we visited prior to Christmas, there were a few additional features, but otherwise not worth going out of your way for.

Very old church that has been renovated over the years. Beautiful alter and cactus ceiling and gate.

The creaking floor and quiet atmosphere make this beautiful old church feel mysterious. Why not to pay a visit when visiting San Pedro.

The church and its heritage, its history and its architecture are very beautiful.

How all churches should be: open, welcoming, and with a good atmosphere for prayer.

Pretty, Spanish style mission architecture. No tour. Building changes character as sunlight changes during the day. In the main square at San Pedro. Strikingly beautiful.

The owner of the agency is a lier: you don't get what you pay for, and then he gets very angry at you when you complain. Each tour is a scam! Avoid this agency...

How terrible!!!!! The worst tourism company ever. They were NOT kind and they told us wrong information which is the most important thing about the tour.

We had a bad experience with this tour company. I don't recommend this company.

How terrible! I found this tourist agency's performance completely unacceptable.

It's very Terrible experience !!

That travel agency sucks

Massive and bad experiences

Worst experience in the region! No water or hot shower at the end of a trekking day is awful! The owner is completely absent, they have a huge problem with hot water in the showers and we had a complete day without water at all. They should rebuilt their basic infrastructure urgently! We made a complaint to the owner but got no answer so far.

Lovely hotel with quiet rooms and great views. Nice pool and staff are friendly, and they offer a very nice breakfast in the morning.

Off street parking, great rooms, great pool area, nice breakfast, very helpful staff.

(Translated by Google) Excellent rest, comfortable, spacious, and cool rooms. Very dedicated and friendly staff. Ample but good breakfast. (Original) Excelente descanso, cómodo, habitaciones amplias y frescas. Personal muy dedicado y amable. Desayuno basto y bueno

(Translated by Google) I liked the accommodation, the external infrastructure and the staff (always attentive). Getting to the hotel is a bit deserted and dark but nothing like the starry sky and the full moon to transport your thoughts to a magical place. After all, we are in the desert! I recommend it and would stay at this hotel again. (Original) Gostei da acomodação, da infraestrutura na parte externa e dos funcionários ( sempre atenciosos). Para chegar ao hotel é um pouco deserto e escuro mas nada como o céu estrelado e a lua cheia para transportar seus pensamentos para um lugar mágico. Afinal, estamos no deserto! Recomendo e voltaria a me hospedar nesse hotel.

(Translated by Google) It should be noted that the cleanliness of both the room and the facilities, everything is pristine. The staff is very attentive, kind, friendly and helps you with your questions. The hotel is simple, not pretentious or luxurious. If your plan is to take walks and visits, where you are only looking for a place to sleep and rest without spending a lot of money but with a higher level than a hostel, this hotel is a good choice. The hotel does not have many services (there is no bar, restaurant, laundry, room service, etc.); The pool and patio are very enjoyable and it is a 5-minute walk from the center of San Pedro. (Original) Hay que destacar que la limpieza tanto en la habitación como en las instalaciones, todo está prístino. El personal es muy atento, amable, simpático y te ayuda con tus consultas. El hotel es sencillo, no es pretencioso o lujoso. Si tu plan es realizar paseos y visitas, donde solamente estar buscando un lugar para dormir y descansar sin gastar mucho dinero pero con un nivel superior a un hostel, este hotel es una buena elección. En hotel no cuenta con muchos servicios (no hay bar, restaurante, lavanderia, servicio a la habitacion, etc); la piscina y el patio es muy disfrutable y esta a 5 minutos caminando del centro de San Pedro.

(Translated by Google) Hotel with a good name and logo, fairly new and a good pool. The best thing is the friendliness of the staff, but the bedrooms do not have acoustic insulation, the bathroom without ventilation and has a permanent latrine smell, the bed, the shower and the sink designed for people over 1 meter 90!, without a minibar. I didn't like the price-quality ratio, for half the price I stayed in a hotel in Calama with everything much better, except the surroundings of course, but the difference is too much. The breakfast on the 1st day was disastrous, they did not have enough service, neither plates nor tables, the china and service of low quality, the food less, without options of light yogurt, low quality cheese and ham, etc. In short, it needs to be improved because it is well located, close enough and far enough from the center of town. (Original) Hotel con bien nombre y logo, bastante nuevo y buena piscina. Lo mejor es la amabilidad del personal, pero los dormitorios no tienen aislacion acústica, el baño sin ventilación y con un olor a letrina permanentemente, la cama, la ducha y el lavamanos diseñado para personas de mas un metro 90!, sin frigobar. La relación precio calidad no me gustó, por la mitad del valor estuve un hotel en Calama con todo mucho mejor, salvo el entorno por supuestos, pero la diferencia es demasiada. El desayuno del 1er dia fue desastroso, no tenian servicio suficiente, ni platos ni mesas, la loza y servicio de baja calidad, la comida masmenos, sin opciones de yogurt light, queso y jamon de baja calidad, etc. En resumen le falta por mejorar pues está bien ubicado, lo suficientemente cerca y lejos del centro del pueblo.

Beautiful sunset in an incredible setting

There are near the valle de Luna, we saw the sunset there, it was very beautiful although the we missed the sunset, the red light reflected on the mountain behind was still spectacular 😀

Wonderful and otherworldly view on the sunset and the Moon Valley! Only downside - very crowded. But, it is expected, since the spot is located just 10 minutes from the city.

More than 20 buses with more than 250 people makes it annoying. No clouds makes it not nice. Just ordinary. The Coyote Rock is closed.

It's a sensacional place to see. You will admire one of the most beautiful sunsets you can probably see. I was amazed by it, and really recommend to those who are in San Pedro de Atacama. Great place to take some pictures and to relax thinking about nature and life.

The magnificent seventy of the Moon Valley. It’s an unexpected view for you such like the other planet. The wind is something very strong, so please be careful for taking care of your cap or hat. If you go to Moon Volley with the tour from San Pedro de Atacama, you may visit here.

Very scenic especially in the golden early/late afternoon hours. the park has 2 separate entrances, at Valle de la Luna and one mirador de Kari/ piedra de Coyote by highway 23. The afternoon brings the beauty from the cliffside overlooks. Fyi you can buy affordable admission through PuntoTicket.com but make sure you receive the qr code for entry. I didn't get mine in my email and my account. I had help from the hostel I stayed in to get the qr code.

If you are a geek, this is heaven.

What an experience! Although we we weren't allowed up to the site where 66 telescopes are, it was a priceless experience to be able to talk to the staffs working and get to know how the array works and what's their significances. The seats are very very limited so make sure to book well in advance.

It's an amazing place, very interesting tour. But kind of difficult to get to

Amazing so glad we reserved this well in advance. The tour was fascinating but not so advanced that we couldn’t understand. So worth a visit if you’re stopping in San Pedro de Atacama

The bus leaves at 8 a.m., not 7 a.m. Register on the website if you can - good luck with that! If you can't, just go early, like me, and if you are reasonably lucky you will be able to go, it is an excellent tour of you are at all interested in space exploration!

Went to the bus station and got a reserve seat (5 yrs ago). Well worth it, knew we would not see the dishes but did see a dish mover out the back and a live view of a dish move. You need to ask questions in the control room otherwise it's potentially boring. Great experience.

A nice class on astronomy, a demonstration of equipment (you won’t see the sky because they’re radio telescopes) and a good hike. It’s really worth going there.

Roxana was an incredible tour guide. She was extremely knowledgeable about La Paz, being a native and about the rock formations and legend behind the creations of these formations. She guided us slowly and talked to us about Neil Armstrong and the moon ways of the land, how protected it is and what it's made of. Roxana was an amazing photographer as well. I really enjoyed my time doing this tour.

The valley is a very big and impressive site. The landscape is vast, dry, and full of unusual rock formations and colours. It really does feel like you are on another planet. We joined a tour, which was good but a bit limited. We only stopped at two places inside the valley itself before heading off to the main viewpoint for sunset. The views at sunset were fantastic, wide open skies, golden light over the mountains. It was definitely the highlight of the tour. If you are happy to drive yourself, there is a lot more to explore on your own. You can stop where you like, take your time, and see more of the smaller sights within the area. The site is large, and there are walking tracks and lookouts spread around. Overall, it is well worth a visit, whether on a tour or self-drive. The scenery is unique and very different. Just be aware that tours tend to move quickly, so if you prefer to explore at your own pace, driving yourself may be the better choice.

This is the best natural reserve/park I have ever been to. It is taken care of to an incredible level. At the start you get a personal explanation of the park and there are multiple small hikes that are all worth doing. In total we walked for about 2h and drove around as well. If possible I would recommend doing it in a rental car or by bike, since you can enjoy the place at your own pace and see everything you want. Definitely a must see in this region.

Valley of the Moon (Valle de la Luna) in Chile is an absolutely stunning and unforgettable destination! Located just outside San Pedro de Atacama, this place truly lives up to its name—the landscapes are so surreal and dramatic that you feel like you’ve landed on another planet. The salt flats, jagged rock formations, and massive sand dunes create a breathtaking backdrop that is perfect for photography and exploring. I visited during sunset, and the colors were just incredible—the sky turned shades of pink, orange, and purple, and the whole valley seemed to glow. The views from the top of the sand dunes and the Kari Viewpoint are spectacular, offering panoramic vistas over the Atacama Desert and the distant Andes mountains. Walking the trails through the valley, I was amazed by the unique rock formations like the Amphitheater and Las Tres Marías, as well as the salt caves and canyons. The site is well-organized, with clear trails and friendly staff who help protect the fragile environment. There are basic facilities at the entrance, but I recommend bringing plenty of water, sun protection, and a camera to capture the ever-changing light and scenery. It’s easy to visit on your own by car or bike, but I joined a guided tour and learned a lot about the geology and history of the area. If you’re in San Pedro de Atacama, you absolutely can’t miss Valley of the Moon. It’s one of the most unique and beautiful places I’ve ever seen, and the sunset experience is truly magical. Highly recommended for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone looking for an adventure in Chile!

We self drove The Valley of the Moon and bought tickets online in advance the morning of our visit, it’s very close to San Pedro. This place really is like another planet, a landscape unlike any other. We were blown away by its beauty.

Breathtaking views of mountains, valleys, geological formations (calcium and salt layers compressed by millions of years).

Awesome Place to explore by bycicle and on foot for yourself, but there are some things to consider: First, the entrance fee is 10.800 pesos per person (Nov '25) and you can only pay by card at the entrance station. Second, the last possible entry time is 11am, afterwards they close for private riders and i think guests without a tour in general. And third, the last possible exit time is 3pm. By that time you need to be back at the entrance station. Your ticket is also valid for a sunset point later though. I actually did it that way, because i was only informed about that last minute. It was doable, and a great experience for me, but i did it fast and it was not too hot on that day. I think, for most people, one or two hours more/earlier would be better. 😉 Oh, and bring water, you won't regret it. 😋

A guide told an interesting story about the settlement. We saw the old dishes that they found here. We saw replicas of the houses. Here you can spend a maximum of 10-15 minutes. This place will be interesting for museum fans. From the old houses remained only ground and they are not clearly visible. We were bored, there are much more interesting places in San Pedro. And the price of entrance is 3000 clp 😬

This is a very cool part of the Atacama history. The reconstructed dwellings are great to see, but the dig site is where it's at. This won't take you long to cover, completely doable in 30 minutes. I only wish they were exploring more of the ruins.

This is a well maintained excavated site very close to San Pedro de Atacama. Not sure if the tours take them, but it is easily accessible by car, and a bit long, but accessible by bicycles. The guide knew her stuff, and she explained the things quite well (I'm not sure they have English guides though). We ended up learning quite a bit about region and the Atacamañan people, and not just the site itself. I'd highly recommend this place, especially if you like to know the anthropological history of places.

Very interesting to see the old history of Atacama indigenous population of former times. Impressive!

This place is quite interesting to get an impression of how humans lived in the Atacama desert in the far past. It is designed beautifully, the staff is very friendly, and the place is not overcrowded. You can go there by bike.

It's a very interesting place if you enjoy learning about ancient cultures that were in this place thousands of years before us. I must admit that judging by the pictures, it's more impressive than watching by yourself, but anyway, I think it's important to understand how people survived in these lands so long ago.

It's nice place, rarely visited by tourists and quite close to San Pedro. They have really interesting museum on the site. You can also see a replica of native houses as well as excavations of the original village. Great view to the volcanos.

WARNING!! This map point is wrong, it’s not for Laguna Baltinache! And is no where near to it. We got lost in the middle of nowhere and our car got stuck in the sand two times. Not recommended even if you want to drive into the off-beaten road.

Amazing to float in water, the amount of salt in water is insane.

Warning - this is not the correct point. And don't think you'll be able to swim in this cian lake. In Baltinache there is only one lake for swimming and it's common dark green colored

If you’re looking for Baltinatche salt lake, that’s not the place! Google “baltinache”, there will be another result. The correct one is on the way to Calama. You go around 10 km from San Pedro and take a left turn onto the gravel road. After 45 km you’ll get to Baltinache salt lakes.

Note this is NOT the actual Laguna Escondidos Baltinache, this spot is in the middle of nowhere on the way to Cejar

This is not the correct place if you're looking for the lagoon to swim in! Instead, search: 'Lagunas Escondidas de Baltinache'

It is not the right place, better search for lagunas escondidas de Baltinache

Loved this place. We went with a guide so we had only 20 minutes to get inside the lagoon, so if you want to enjoy it more I definitely recommend going solo, without a guide. It’s not far from the city at all. The water is cold but I personally didn’t find it freezing like people told me it was. It’s so nice to just be floating there. Bring your towels with your if you’re planning to get in, they have a place where you can shower (no soap or anything, just water) you have a limit time in the shower as well, but it’s time enough to get the salt out of your skin. I recommend to slick your hair back or else it will be like a stone lol.

A short drive from San Pedro, Laguna Cejar is a beautiful place. You need to book a ticket on the website in advance. You have a one hour slot. The Laguna is being carefully cared for and preserved by the indigenous people in the area; and the limited time means less impact on the beautiful environment. There are three lagoons, we walked around the first one and then floated in the second one. We didn’t make it to the third as we wanted to spend as much time in the water as possible. We were there in August for the 11am slot and it was chilly. Mornings are for independent travelers and afternoons for guided tours. There are changing areas and showers you can use afterwards, there is a 20 second limit for the shower due to water scarcity. We went back to our Airbnb to shower which seemed easier. You cannot wear sunscreen in the Laguna due to the environmental impact, this conflicts with information on their website when translated to English. This was a beautiful and calming experience, floating in the arid landscape of Atacama. Please don’t be put off by other reviewers. Local people are doing all they can to share the Laguna whilst limiting human impact. It’s a must see in Atacama.

The lake has been closed for human activities for a couple of years because it was degrading the environment. Now it is home of flamingos that can be watched from the border of the lake. Next to this lake there’s another one that still is open to swimming for max of 20min due to skin damage beyond this exposure. It’s really great to float on that salty lake.

This was my second time here after my first visit 6 years ago. It was annoying to get in as cars were filed in a long line, even people who had reservations. But the laguna was just as nice as I remembered. As someone who isn’t a strong swimmer, it was fun to float around

Friendly and knowledgeable staff. We were able to stay part an hour and walked all over the park. We saw flamingos in the lagoons, very cool. There weren’t a lot of people and we were not rushed. Great experience.

Short walk to see three beautiful lagoons. Excellent facilities with changing rooms showers, and clean bathrooms. Tickets available online only, buy in advance. The road is in great shape, easily passable in any vehicle.

What a total waste of of money! Tourist trap!! At $30 for the tour and $20 for the entrance fee you are getting so little. A 15 minute swim in salt water and a poor view of salt lagoons.

Sept.25: on a short visit to Tonocao, we rested in the park with the gorgeous bell tower built in 1557 & restored in 1700. Here they re-use plastic painted white bottles (up side down) as garden trenches. Some of the cacti were already blooming. Closeby is also a small beautiful church, it's said one of the oldest in Chile. It has a small decorated inside & beautiful handcrafted wooden doors.

Good local village for a lunch stop. Whilst on the "Piedra Rojas, Lagunas Altiplanicas y Salar" day trip, our guide took us to 'Campanario de San Lucas' village for lunch - and it was a good choice. The restaurant seemed totally authentic and the meal was delicious, and cheap. Additionally we walked the village for 20 minutes, visiting an old church (closed), the village square and local shops. We bought some interesting fruits. Not worth a visit on its own, but if taken there, enjoy the meal.

Built in the 1700's. Main attraction in the center of town near the artisanal shops. Cute central meeting point.

Great bell tower located in nice small park. Worth to visit and take pictures of this place.

Little old Bell Tower, very nice cozy place. On the way back from Chaxa lagoon you can visit it

Beautiful church tower in Tocanao. Must see if you are there.

Interesting historic town and bell tower. Part of the tour so you can't miss!

(Translated by Google) Here in the town of Toconao. (Original) Aquí en la localidad de toconao.

The climb is non-technical and usually takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes to 2 hours and 45 minutes for an average person, even without prior climbing experience. The views are stunning all the way to the top, making it a rewarding experience. I highly recommend using hiking poles, as much of the trail consists of loose volcanic gravel, which can make you sink or slide. This was my first time climbing to such an altitude, and I had no issues, though I took medication beforehand as a precaution. If you’re in San Pedro de Atacama and have the courage, this is an excellent adventure to try!

Information for people wanting to do this solo/non-guided. The fee to enter the park is $10000 per person, which is paid at the checkpoint in Talabre upon arrival. You will need to arrive at the checkpoint in Talabre before 8.30am if you want to climb Lascar, as it’s ‘protocol’ to refuse anyone after this point. We turned up at 9.20am the day before and they said we wouldn’t get back in time (you need to be back at the checkpoint before 4pm), although it is definitely doable if you are a fast walker! (Not sure if you could just lie and say you’re only going to the Laguna and they’d let you through?) From Talabre, you drive 30 minutes east (road is tarmacced for half the way, rutted gravel the rest) until a building on the left in front of Laguna Lejia (easy to spot, this is only the second building you will see I think). Here is a 30 minute-ish off road journey to the trailhead. DO I NEED A 4x4? Probably, though I think might be doable without one, depending on the conditions and the car but would be a bit sketchy and you’d have to go very slow. The first 20 minutes or so would be SUPER bumpy but probably fine. The last 10 minutes has some sections of deeper sand, but if you build up the speed on the good bits you might be able to coast through the deeper bits. You wouldn’t however be able to park at the top where the tour companies park. We hired a 4x4 (Nissan X Trail, 2.5L)and still weren’t able to get up there! Very steep, uneven and deep sand in places. You could park ~800m or so further down the hill though easily, which is what we did. The walk itself was short but great views at the top. You can no longer climb to the summit, which you’re told at the checkpoint. It wasn’t clear which summit they meant as there’s one to the east and west of the path. Turns out they meant both of them and you need to stay immediately around the crater. But don’t worry you don’t actually lose out as I don’t think the view is any better from up there. Lots of reviews talking about the difficulty, we’re fairly fit walkers and it took us around 2hrs up 30 minutes down. If you’ve acclimatised before think you’ll be fine. Lots of ostriches, vicuñas and flamingos in the Laguna nearby which is well worth going to the viewpoint to the south of it! Amazing colour. Photos and videos show: 1. The view down from the Volcano showing the road you drive on to get there. Also showing where the powerful cars were able to park (centre) and where we parked (white car 1km or so down the road. 2. Video showing the start of the steep bit (deep and uneven sand track just out of sight, we gave it three attempts with no luck) 3. Video showing the majority of the off road section and how rutted it was.

Amazing! Mind blowing views. Not too difficult hike (for intermediate/experienced hikers) but you will feel the effects of altitude. It’s smart to acclimatize before you go up and perhaps take some ibuprofen with you.

Most incredible and difficult experience ever! The view of the crater is a once in a lifetime view! Our guide Juan Pablo (one of the four official mountaineers of Atacama) was very professional, awesome guy!

Great climb!

(Translated by Google) ATTENTION, THIS IS NOT A TOURIST TOUR! Agencies sell it as a tour, it's not! You need to be in very good physical and mental shape to be able to climb. Choose your "mountaineers" carefully; they get pissed off when they realize the group isn't prepared. Ask how many climbers are accompanying you (you need at least two depending on the group size), how many stops are made along the way (I recommend at least three), and if they let you take photos on the way up and down (I couldn't, and the view is much more beautiful on the way up; you can't see anything at the top). Ask about what types of food they give you before and during the climb. I couldn't eat anything they gave me (only carbohydrates/pure sugar, only sweets at 5 a.m.), and they even advise you not to eat protein the night before. It was the biggest ordeal of my life, but I made it. At the top, it's a disappointment; the view isn't great. Lots of smoke, you can barely see anything, very windy, and the smell of sulfur. You don't even get 30 minutes to rest, and you literally have to run down, and it's every man for himself. You don't descend in a single line, and you literally have to slide down. The trail is super steep and unstable (sand, rock). If you have any physical limitations, don't go. Don't even go if you have a cold. MANY people can't climb, and you know what happens? The climbers drop you off on the way, and on the way back, you can try to return with the group (the route there isn't the same as the return route) OR they tell you to return to the car alone if you want. I saw this happen there, and it was also the advice I received. I repeat, choose very carefully which professionals you climb with. I can tell you right now that the cheapest ones aren't good. Unfortunately, I don't remember the names of the climbers or their company. But it was a bad mood from start to finish. The car smelled of exhaust at 4 a.m., and I was forced to listen to weird music while the guide sang the entire way. Bring Gatorade, sunscreen, and a small amount of sunscreen. Wear sunglasses. If you have gloves, I recommend them. I burned my hands (sores) from the sun. Try to carry only a bottle in your backpack; the lighter the better. For women: there are almost no rocks big enough for you to relieve yourself, both at the base of the volcano and at the top. Bring hand sanitizer and wet wipes. (Original) ATENÇÃO, ISSO NÃO É UM PASSEIO TURÍSTICO! As agencias te vendem como passeio, não é! Você precisa estar muito bem fisicamente e mentalmente para conseguir subir. Escolham muito bem os "montanhistas", eles mesmos ficam P da vida quando percebem que o grupo não é preparado. Perguntem quantos montanhistas acompanham (precisa ir pelo menos 2 dependendo do tamanho do grupo), quantas paradas são feitas no trajeto (recomendo pelo menos 3), se deixam tirar foto no trajeto de subida e descida (eu não pude e a vista é muito mais bonita no trajeto, lá em cima não da pra ver nada). Pergunte sobre quais tipos de comida eles te dão antes e durante a subida. Eu não consegui comer nada que deram (só carboidrato/açucar puro, só coisa doce as 5 da manhã) e ainda te orientam a não comer proteína na noite anterior. Foi o maior perrengue da minha vida, mas consegui subir. Lá no topo é uma decepção, a vista não é legal. Muita fumaça, não dá pra ver quase nada, muito vento, cheiro de enxofre. Não te dão nem 30 minutos para descansar e você já precisa descer literalmente correndo e é cada um por si, vcs não descem em fila e literalmente precisa descer escorregando. O trajeto é super íngreme, instável (areia, pedra). Se vc tem limitação física, qualquer limitação, não vá. Nem se estiver resfriado, nao vá. MUITA gente não consegue subir, e sabe o que acontece? Os montanhistas te largam no caminho e na volta vc pode tentar voltar com o grupo (o percurso da ida não é o mesmo da volta) OU falam pra vc voltar sozinho pro carro se quiser. Isso eu vi acontecer lá, e também foi a orientação que recebi. Repito, escolham muito bem com quais profissionais vocês vão subir. Já adianto que os mais baratos, não são legais. Infelizmente não lembro o nome dos montanhistas e a empresa deles. Mas era um mau humor do começo ao fim, dentro do carro entrava cheiro de escapamento, 4 da manhã e fui obrigada a ouvir música esquisita com o guia cantando o trajeto inteiro. Leve gatorade, passem protetor solar e levem protetor pequeno. Use óculos escuros, se tiverem luva, recomendo. Eu queimei (surgiram feridas) nas minhas mãos por causa do sol. Tente ir somente com a garrafa na mochila, quanto menos peso, melhor. Para as mulheres: quase nao tem pedra grande o suficiente pra vc fazer suas necessidades. Tanto na base do vulcão, quanto lá em cima. Leve álcool em gel e lenço umedecido.

(Translated by Google) Incredible hike with beautiful views during the climb and the possibility of standing on the edge of the crater at the end of the climb, a unique experience. But don't be fooled by the distance: it's only 3km uphill, but at over 5000m altitude every meter makes a difference. That's 600m of elevation gain, and that's quite a lot at this altitude. Agencies sell the tour as medium difficulty, but IT IS NOT. My husband and I are experienced trekkers and have done high-altitude hikes before, and every hike in this environment is difficult. Acclimatizing in other places in San Pedro, such as the geysers and high-altitude lagoons, will help prevent altitude sickness, such as headaches, nausea, and dizziness, but it won't improve the shortness of breath, which is the biggest problem with this type of trekking. There is much less oxygen at this altitude, and what we feel is a lot of tiredness and shortness of breath. You walk much slower than normal. It took us about 3h30 to reach the crater. If you've done other high-altitude hikes and know how your body reacts to that condition, you can go without a guide (we went alone), as the trail is very well-marked and there's no way to get lost. If you've never hiked at altitude or have no trekking experience, then having a guide is essential, as they can help with extra oxygen if needed. In any case, I suggest doing the climb to Cerro Toco beforehand, which is a shorter and less steep hike, to see if your body adapts well to the altitude. (Original) Caminhada incrível com vistas lindas durante a subida e a possibilidade de ficar na borda da cratera no final da subida, uma experiência única. Mas não se engane com a distância: são somente 3km de subida, mas a mais de 5000m de altitude qualquer metro faz a diferença. São 600m de ganho de elevação, é isso é bastante nesta altitude. As agência vendem o passeio como dificuldade media, mas NÃO É. Eu e meu marido somos trekkers experientes e já fizemos caminhadas em altitude, e toda caminhada nesse ambiente é difícil. A aclimatação em outros locais de San Pedro, como os gêiseres, as lagoas altiplânicas, vai ajudar para que a gente não sinta o mal de altitude, como dor de cabeça, enjoo, tontura, mas não vai melhorar a falta de ar, que é o grande problema desse tipo de trekking. Há muito menos oxigênio nessa altitude e a gente sente é muito cansaço e falta de ar. Caminha-se muitíssimo mais devagar do que o normal. Levamos cerca de 3h30 para chegar à cratera. Se você já fez outras caminhadas em altitude e sabe como o seu corpo reage a essa condição, pode ir sem guia (nós fomos sozinhos), pois a trilha é super marcada e não há como errar. Se vc nunca fez caminhadas em altitude ou não tem experiência de trekking, aí é fundamental a presença de um guia, que pode auxiliar com oxigênio extra, se necessário. De qualquer forma, sugiro fazer a subida ao Cerro Toco antes, que é uma caminhada mais curta e menos íngreme, para ver se o corpo de adapta bem à altitude.

There is nothing to be seen here. The salt crystal is more like a mixture of salt and dirt, not as impressive as the ones in Uyuni Bolivia or Bonneville in Salt Lake City USA. Some pictures posted by other reviewers actually belong to Laguna Chaxa, a park 10 km away.

(Translated by Google) Very, very hot. It seems obvious, but since I went in the summer, I could feel the salt in the air and in my breath. In the summer, there is almost no water, so there is no mirror effect on the salt. But it is surreal and beautiful. You can walk around it, and there are several stops for photos. That's all: prepare yourself with plenty of water and sun protection. Don't be fooled by the wind, it will burn your skin. (Original) Muito, muito quente. Parece óbvio, mas como fui no verão, dava para sentir sal no ar, na respiração. No verão quase não tem água e por isso não faz o efeito de espelho de água sobre o sal. Mas é surreal de lindo. Dá para caminhar ao redor, tem várias paradas para fotos. Só aquilo: prepare-se com bastante água e proteção do sol. Não se engane com o vento, esta queimando sua pele.

(Translated by Google) The Atacama salt flat, which closes the trilogy along with the Cejar and Tebinquinche lagoons, is located 56 km from the town of San Pedro de Atacama and delights us with its vast saline extension with a radiant white and its semi-crystalline waters. We can also observe the striking flamingos and a scarce flora product of the existing salinity. This particular natural setting has been formed by millennia-old water and geomorphological processes; it is undoubtedly a destination par excellence where charm and beauty come together. (Original) El salar de Atacama que cierra la trilogía junto a las lagunas Cejar y Tebinquinche, se ubica a 56 kms del pueblo de San Pedro de Atacama y nos deleita con su vasta extensión salina con un blanco radiante y sus aguas semi cristalinas, además podemos observar los tan llamativos flamencos y una escaza flora producto de la salinidad existente. Este particular escenario natural ha sido formado por milenarios procesos hídricos y geomorfológicos, sin duda es un destino por excelencia donde se conjugan el encanto y la belleza.

(Translated by Google) Waste of time I don't give it a zero because there isn't any I still don't understand the reason for this tour The flamingos are far away The only thing that was worth it was the guide Rodrigo. Good conversation. I suggest that instead of this tour, go for a walk. Visit the meteorite museum or the Gustavo le Paige museum (Original) Perda de tempo Não dou zero porque não tem Até hoje não entendi o motivo desse passeio Os flamingos são distantes Só valeu pelo guia Rodrigo . Conversa boa. Sugiro que ao invés desse passeio vá bater perna. Conhecer o museu do meteorito ou o museu Gustavo le paige

(Translated by Google) very beautiful, very different geography, the flamingos are also beautiful (Original) muito bonito, geografia bem diferente, os flamingos também são lindos

(Translated by Google) A wonderful and exotic place. (Original) Un lugar maravilloso y exotico.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful place protected by the Atacameños is a natural reserve (Original) Hermoso lugar protegido por los Atacameños es una reserva natural

It's nice... but it is unnecessary to pay the entry fee to enjoy the lake. First of all, you have to pick a time that you will show up at. Then, pay with a credit card beforehand. Then, you have to check in at a location on the way from San Pedro. You aren't allowed to go anywhere but a narrow path. Also, we were harassed and followed by an employee who pretended to be fixing rocks that make up the narrow path. You can check it out from the viewpoints on the west side and the east side of the lake. Save you money and time, and check out the viewpoints. It's much quicker that way.

The scenery is stunning but it’s too regulated, if you’re driving then it’s worth seeing the lakes on the way to the Argentinian border control, those can be roamed freely with no restrictions. We were too far from the lake shore as they’d blocked a lot off to wander. Buy tickets in advance.

An unique place under the Sun, when earth is meeting the sky for a symphony of colours. Stunning and incredible perspectives up to the horizon, as well as many panoramic views from Atacama desert. And everything on a high altitude, be prepared for 4k meters and more. Is worthing all the effort to be here!

A little complicated to buy the tickets, but the day went smoothly. Path to the salt flat is about a km each way, rocky, not suitable for folks with mobility challenges. Very specific areas where you can and can’t go. Plenty of photo opportunities. The day we went was WINDY. Don’t know if that’s the norm, but be prepared. Amazing landscape.

Stunning landscape and well worth the effort, particularly if visiting the nearby lakes

Awesome place, worth every minute of the long drive from SPdA. Bitterly cold and extremely windy, and I felt quite underclothed.

Beautiful place even though it is quite far. Good roads however watch out for potholes. Ticket to reserve in advance online and do not forget to check in at Scolaire or you will get sent back. Take good clothing, you might get blown off your socks. Precautions for altitude sickness are a good idea, take your time for the walk.