What you'll do on day 14
- “Tatio” means “The Crying Old Man” in the language of the indigenous people who once inhabited these slopes. The geysers are located at an altitude of more than 4,000 meters above sea level. The hot water fountains are most active at sunrise, between 6:00 and 7:00 a.m., when the jets of steam and boiling water reach their maximum height, creating a spectacular sight.
- Our trip begins early in the morning to witness the sunrise over one of the most important geothermal fields in the world — the Tatio Geysers. More than 70 fumaroles release powerful steam columns and form pools of boiling water. The most magical moment of the day is sunrise, when the contrast between the bright blue sky and the white steam creates an unforgettable scene.
- In the heart of this striking natural landscape, surrounded by the Andes, we will enjoy a refreshing outdoor breakfast, which will also help us warm up, as the morning temperatures often drop below –2°C.
- On the way back to San Pedro de Atacama, we will admire the beauty of the valleys, local flora and fauna — including the charming vicuñas and viscachas. We will also stop in Machuca, a tiny Atacameño village made up of a few adobe, straw, and cactus-wood houses. Here, locals live off tourism, offering Andean handicrafts and typical regional dishes such as llama meat, sopaipillas, and empanadas.
- Transfer to Calama and flight to Santiago. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel.