Toco Volcano (5.604 m) – Active Atacama Highlights – 5 Days

Trekking, Hiking, History & Culture.

Duration

5 Days

Tour Type

Private Tour

Program

Trekking, Mountain Biking & Adventure

  • Overview

Explore the Atacama Desert in depth. A 5-day exploration that combines both Trekking, Hiking, and sightseeing, covering many of the most breathtaking sites and beautiful destinations around San Pedro de Atacama, culminating in an ascent to the Summit of Toco Volcano (5.604 m). This journey is designed for those who love Trekking, Nature & Culture, gradually ascending through various altitude levels for optimal acclimatization while experiencing the intense beauty of the Atacama Desert and Andean highlands.

Experience the Atacama Basin and desert, the High Plateau lagoons & Piedras Rojas, fascinating nature, visiting unforgettable spots such as the Catarpe canyon and its Inca trails, the captivating Moon & Death Valley, the Tatio Geysers, the Atacama Salt Flat, trekking through diverse vegetation levels, the Puritama Hot Springs, and much more! Discover San Pedro de Atacama and its incredible landscapes in an immersive 5-day adventure through the most arid desert on Earth.

  • You will explore
  • San Pedro de Atacama.
  • Tatio Geysers.
  • Moon & Death Valleys.
  • Salt Mountain Chain.
  • Catarpe Valley and its hidden trails.
  • Trekking and exploring through diverse vegetation and altitude levels.
  • Puritama Hot Springs.
  • High Plateau Lagoons Miscanti & Miñiques, and Piedras Rojas (Red Rocks).
  • Atacama Salt Flat & Flamingo Reserve.
  • Rainbow Valley.
  • Andean Villages.
  • Atacama's Cultural Heritage.
  • Details of the program
  • We offer this trip only as a PRIVATE SERVICE.
  • Our Private Trips are adapted to your specific travel dates.
  • This Program can be Tailored, meaning if you wish to change or add any part of the itinerary, we will be pleased to adapt it to your specific requirements.
  • The dates for private trips are requested by the participants. In general, it is not possible to add external persons to the group. If required, the itinerary can be adapted to the group's needs, priorities, and size.
  • The service includes
  • Private and personalized service.
  • Private and comfortable 4WD Vehicles, Vans, or Mini-buses, with professional drivers, air conditioning, heating, First Aid Kit, satellite phone & portable oxygen.
  • Professional English, German, French, Portuguese, Italian, or Spanish-speaking Guides, with deep regional knowledge and First Aid License (WFR or WAFA).
  • Driver with Professional Driving License / Where it applies.
  • Transfers from and to: Airport of Calama - San Pedro de Atacama.
  • All entrance fees to all National Parks, Natural Monuments, & Sites.
  • Pick-up from your lodging for all circuits and program activities.
  • All meals specified in the program (adapted to your dietary requirements).
  • Mineral water during all outings (Refill system for low ecological impact).
  • Private and personalized service with total assistance.
  • Non-Massive Tourism.
  • Not included
  • Lodging in San Pedro de Atacama (We can arrange or add accommodation upon request).
  • Services in Santiago. We will be pleased to organize shuttles, accommodation, city tours, etc. (Services in Santiago de Chile).
  • Alcoholic Drinks at restaurants and hotels.
  • Tips
  • Personal international health and accident insurance.
  • Personal equipment (If needed, we offer gear rental for Adventures, Expeditions, and other activities, including Trekking Poles, Helmets, etc.). Please review the recommended equipment list for each program.
  • Services not mentioned in your program.
  • Recommendations
  • Warm clothes (to handle temperatures under -15º Celsius).
  • Light wear for the day (first and second layer).
  • Comfortable Trekking shoes, Sport Shoes, and/or Hiking Boots depending on the activity (For High Mountain Expeditions, please inquire about specific technical gear required for altitude and temperature conditions).
  • Backpack (45 to 50 Liters recommended).
  • Trekking Poles.
  • Swimming suit and towel.
  • Sun protection: Sunglasses, Hat or Cap, Buff, Sunblock factor 30 or 50, and lip balm.
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