Atacama & Altiplano Trekking Adventure
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- No booking fees
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- duration 13 days
- tour type Small group
- age requirement 18-79 yrs
- max group size 8
- guiding method Fully guided
- Maximum altitude 5604 meters
- Trek difficulty Medium
- Tour Code BM-10898
- Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
- Operated in English, Spanish
HIGHLIGHTS
- Admire the world's highest volcano lake, the Lago Chungará (4,570m)
- Discover the Altiplano Highlands and relax in the natural Polloquere hot springs
- Visit Salt Lake "Salar de Surire" and observe flamencos and vizcachas
- Climb the volcanoes Guane Guane (5.097m) & Cerro Toco (5.604m) in the Atacama desert
There is no doubt the Altiplano Highlands and the Atacama Desert in Northern Chile rank among the most adventurous trekking destinations on the South American continent. Impressive volcanoes – most of them 6,000m high, glistening Salares, and the driest desert on this planet define the Altiplano highlands and make them unique.
Join us on this unforgettable trekking trip and experience the contrasts between the barren, dry Atacama Desert and the fruitful, green Azapa and Lluta Valleys. Immerse yourself in the world of the Aymara Indigenous and follow the historical Ruta de La Plata. From a technical point of view, climbing the 5,000m summits is a challenge but should not be too difficult.
Nestled between the fascinating wonders of the Atacama Desert – colorful lagoons, glistening Salares and steaming geysers, to name just a few – this tour is much more than a just a trek!
MOSER Active - Patagonia Travel Specialists
Guided Trekking Round Trips & Hiking Tours
Puerto Natales | Patagonia | Chile
Join us on this unforgettable trekking trip and experience the contrasts between the barren, dry Atacama Desert and the fruitful, green Azapa and Lluta Valleys. Immerse yourself in the world of the Aymara Indigenous and follow the historical Ruta de La Plata. From a technical point of view, climbing the 5,000m summits is a challenge but should not be too difficult.
Nestled between the fascinating wonders of the Atacama Desert – colorful lagoons, glistening Salares and steaming geysers, to name just a few – this tour is much more than a just a trek!
MOSER Active - Patagonia Travel Specialists
Guided Trekking Round Trips & Hiking Tours
Puerto Natales | Patagonia | Chile
ITINERARY
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Day 1: Welcome to Arica
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Day 2: Seaport Arica
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Day 3: Andes - Village Putre
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Day 4: Trekking tour to acclimate
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Day 5: Trekking tour to acclimate
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Day 6: Ascent 5,100 m Cosapilla mountain ridge – Lago Chungará
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Day 7: Ascent Cerro Guane Guane - Lauca NP - Guallatiri
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Day 8: Salar de Surire – Oasis Pica
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Day 9: Saltpetermine, San Pedro de Atacama, Sunset Moon Valley
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Day 10: Valle de la Muerte & de la Luna – Salar de Atacama
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Day 11: Ascent of the extinct Volcano Cerro Toco (5,604 m)
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Day 12: Geyser “El Tatio” - Guatin - Canyon
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Day 13: Airport Drop Off
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Accommodation in Arica, Putre: 6 nights in hotels in a double room with private bathroom
- Accommodation in Pica, San Pedro de Atacama: 5 nights in guesthouses in a double room with private bathroom
- Accommodation in Guallatiri: 1 night in Refugio with shared bedrooms and shared bathrooms
- Local English and Spanish speaking certified trekking guide
- Meals: 12 x breakfast, 2 x box lunch, 2 x dinner
- Transport: all private transfers as per detailed itinerary
- All entry fees as per detailed itinerary
- Emergency equipment: including a first-aid kit and satellite phone / VHF-equipment
- Permit for the ascents of 5,000m-mountains
- Airport transfer in/out
- Single Supplement
- Airfare and airport charges
- Not appointed meals and beverages
- Optional trips
- Tips
- Mandatory travel insurance
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CANCELLATION
20% Deposit payable upfront. Remaining balance payable 45 days prior to trip departure. Free cancellation up to 45 days prior departure, but the 20% deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applicable within 45 days of departure.
PaymentA deposit of 20% is required when booking this tour. The remaining balance will be charged 45 days prior departure. For any bookings within 45 days of departure, the full tour amount will be charged upon booking.
Travel InsuranceWe advise to take out Travel Insurance to cover for any unforeseen circumstances. Bookmundi recommends World Nomads' travel insurance.
Other Practical InformationThe offered departure dates include the possibility of booking other people. The group size for this trip has a minimum of 4 people and a maximum of 8. Should we only have 2 or 3 people in exceptional cases, we will add an extra charge (see scaled pricing). Single person booking: Solo travelers should enquire with the tour operator regarding the prices and availability. The tour requires a minimum of 24 participants to be carried out. If the minimum participant is not met, the tour will be cancelled. Client will be notified about the cancellation 45 days ahead and provided a full refund. Best season: from March to October Trip notes: Differences in elevation but also in temperature will likely be the most challenging part of this trek. Good physical fitness and team spirit are necessary requirements for this tour. Higher elevations should not create problems. MOSER Active - Patagonia Travel Specialists Guided Trekking Round Trips & Hiking Tours Puerto Natales | Patagonia | Chile
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