Atacama Desert Tours & Trips
Imagine yourself gazing up at the night sky in the Atacama Desert, where the stars, nebulae, and galaxies are brilliantly visible, a result of some of the clearest skies on the planet. Moon Valley, with its distinctive salt formations and the reddish landscape that shifts hues at sunset, feels otherworldly. A visit to the Tatio Geysers at dawn offers a spectacular show of steam plumes erupting from the ground as the sun begins to climb.
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Philip • traveled in April, 2025
This 4 day tour exceeded all expectations, was absolutely brilliant from start to finish. The itinerary was well thought through and well paced, the tour guides and drivers were fantastic. They were knowledgeable, engaging and provided service way beyond previous tour experiences. The accommodation was well appointed, the room was spacious, comfortable and quiet. The hotel amenities were totally adequate. Would thoroughly recommend Gato Andino as the go to agency for their superior organisation and enjoyment provided.
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Matheu • traveled in June
One of the best things about this tour is that being Self-drive, you can drive your time. No need to depend on anyone.
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Fanny • traveled in April
It was an amazing trip, the agent was perfect, always available for any quesfiin and provided all the support needed. Highly recommend this trip and this agency
7 Days Atacama Desert Route
The best Atacama Desert tour packages
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- 4-Days Discovery @ Atacama Desert
- Atacama Adventure 4D/3N
- 5 Days Self Drive @ Atacama Desert
- Northern Chile: The Moon, the Geysers & the Stars - 6 days
- 7 Days Atacama Desert Route
- Chile: Atacama Desert Discovery
- Best of Chile: Santiago & Atacama Desert
- The Soul of the Atacama Desert
- San Pedro de Atacama Explorer – 4 Days
- 5-Day Trip Best of San Pedro de Atacama
4-Days Discovery @ Atacama Desert
15 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Splendid the tour. I rarely saw landscapes like this one. It is a place that one should visit.”
AxelNerbuenlan, traveled in July
Casa Don Tomás in San Pedro opens doors to the world's driest desert. Three flamingo species grace Chaxa Lagoon, while Mars-like Moon Valley formations astound, and dawn geysers steam. Professional guides reveal Atacama's hidden treasures.
Duration 4 days Destinations Calama, San Pedro De Atacama Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Operator Signature DMC From
- US$1,675
Atacama Adventure 4D/3N
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great trips / adventures with very knowledgeable guides, didn't seemed rushed despite some very early starts.”
Graeme, traveled in February
San Pedro de Atacama serves as your base in the world's driest desert. Float in Cejar Lagoon's salty waters, watch El Tatio geysers at dawn, and observe sunset paint Moon Valley's Three Marias formations. Authentic villages like Socaire and Toconao provide cultural immersion.
Duration 4 days Destinations Calama, San Pedro De Atacama Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Bamba Travel From
- US$821
5 Days Self Drive @ Atacama Desert
7 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“No need to depend on anyone. You can drive your time with this Self-drive tour.”
Matheu, traveled in June
The world's driest desert unfolds from Calama to San Pedro de Atacama. Marvel at Moon Valley's crystal formations, spot wildlife at Los Flamencos National Reserve, and witness El Tatio's geothermal wonders. Four nights at Casa Don Tomas Hotel with unlimited mileage in a Nissan X-Trail.
Duration 5 days Destinations Calama, San Pedro De Atacama Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Operator Signature DMC From
- US$810
Float in Cejar Lagoon's saline waters, marvel at steam vents at Tatio Geysers, and traverse Valle de la Luna's moonscape. Indigenous villages like Toconao and Machuca offer cultural insights, while crystal-clear skies provide perfect stargazing. Five nights in San Pedro de Atacama included.
Duration 6 days Destinations San Pedro De Atacama, Valle de la Luna Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Operator Receptivo Aborigen Tours From $1,299
15% Off- US$1,104You save $195
7 Days Atacama Desert Route
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“It was an amazing trip, the agent was perfect, always available for any quesfiin and provided all the support needed.”
Fanny, traveled in April
San Pedro provides the perfect base for exploring the world's driest desert, featuring Valle de la Luna's moonscape and Rainbow Valley's kaleidoscope hills. Float in Cejar Lagoon's saline waters and watch Tatio Geysers' steam displays. Professional guides and 3-star accommodation included.
Duration 7 days Destinations San Pedro De Atacama Age Range Ages 9+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Responsible Travel South America From $2,150
5% Off- US$2,050You save $100
Stark beauty stretches from Calama to San Pedro de Atacama. Valle de la Luna's moonscape, Death Valley's mineral sculptures, and Las Tres Marías formations create natural art. Watch sunset transform La Gran Duna while learning about desert geology from expert guides.
Duration 4 days Destinations Calama, San Pedro De Atacama Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Operator Receptivo Aborigen Tours From $645
15% Off- US$548You save $97
Duration 8 days Destinations Santiago, Antofagasta Age Range Ages 19+ Operator Firebird Tours From
15% Off- US$4,685
Duration 4 days Destinations San Pedro De Atacama Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Operator Trip to South America From
15% Off- US$1,190
The sun rises over steaming El Tatio Geysers (4,230m) in the world's driest desert. Visit traditional Machuca Village, and adapt to extreme desert conditions with temperatures from -20°C to scorching days.
Duration 4 days Destinations San Pedro De Atacama Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Hi Travel Argentina From
15% Off- US$178
Duration 5 days Destinations San Pedro De Atacama, Socaire Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Tangol Tours From
15% Off- US$1,886
What our customers ask about Atacama Desert Tours & Trips
How Do You Get Around the Atacama Desert?
While you can rent a car for flexibility the challenging terrain and high altitude routes make guided tours your best bet really. TourRadar's guides get great reviews like Ariel who speaks excellent English on the 8-day San Pedro & Easter Island tour and Mariela who's not just knowledgeable but brings fun energy to the experience.
How Long Should You Stay to See the Best of Atacama?
You'll want 3-5 days to hit the must-sees like El Tatio geysers Valle de la Luna and the incredible salt flats. If you've got time the 7-day Atacama Desert Route lets you dig deeper into spots like Rainbow Valley and those stunning high-altitude lagoons. One traveler mentioned the 4-day Discovery tour was perfect as a quick trip to catch all the highlights.