The Salt Flats Route

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The Salt Flats Route

08:00 hrs. Departure from Hotel in San Pedro de Atacama to the Paso de Jama. Border Control Chileno.Por international route Paso de Jama, The road climbs a steady slope, formed by lava and ash.

En route we stop to admire the beautiful panoramic view across the Salar de Atacama and the Oasis of San Pedro de Atacama. At km 41 to an altitude of 4,200 m, this crossing or diversion to Hito Cajon north LICANCABUR appreciate the majestic volcano of 5916 M. altitude.



We continue between high mountains, where it is common to find groups of ostriches, at km 75 may see small lakes where flamingos and other birds live in the km 91 pass through the hills of the Pakana, then surrounded the Farellón of Tara, a wall of rock carved with sculptures, little further, an esplanade, where we see the Moai of Tara, also known as the Pakana Witness, are a set of columns such rock structures that were preserved in the geological times as evidence of violent volcanic events occurred during the Tertiary period, then, panoramic view of the Cathedrals of Pakana, arrival at the Salar de Tara located at 4500 meters, with wonderful scenery and its unique ecosystem of the Salt Lake where the presence of numerous highlights being the most common birds flamingos chilensis .

Available options:
Shared service or with more people

Departure days: Every day, Previous reservation
Start Time: 08:00
End Time: 17:00
Duration: Full Day
Start location: The price includes starting all hotels, apartments and accommodation in San Pedro de Atacama.
Cancellations and refunds: You have up to 2 business days to cancel your reservation

Included

  • Pick up and transfer back to hotel
  • Guide during the whole tour

Not Included

  • tickets
  • Meals and drinks not specified
  • Optional Gratuities for driver and guide

Facilities


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