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San Pedro de Atacama
Chile - Antofagasta
Chile - Antofagasta
San Pedro de Atacama is a magic village in the Atacama Desert, the driest place on earth. Known for the Valley of the Moon, geysers, salt flats and the best skies in the world for stargazing.
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Experience the magic of Chile's most fascinating deserts, with the best skies in the world for stargazing and surreal landscapes.
Discover towns with unique charm in Chile, from mystical San Pedro de Atacama to bohemian Valparaíso, with unique landscapes.
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Discover the best attractions in this destination
Magic village with colonial architecture and a peaceful desert atmosphere
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Moon-like salt and clay formations with views of Licancabur volcano
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The largest field of active geysers in the world, at 4,300 metres
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The largest salt flat in Chile, with flamingos and coloured lagoons
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The largest astronomical observatory in the world, on top of the desert
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💰 Estimated price: $20-40
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📍 View on Google Maps →📍 Places they visit: Valley of the Moon, Death Valley, El Tatio Geysers, Atacama Salt Flat
🕐 Horario: 4:00 AM - 8:00 PM
📞 Phone: +56 9 3333 4444
📍 Places they visit: ALMA Observatory, Stargazing tours, Valley of the Moon
🕐 Horario: 8:00 PM - 2:00 AM
📞 Phone: +56 9 4444 5555
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Essential items we recommend packing for San Pedro de Atacama
Ideal for staying hydrated in the Atacama Desert or during the Torres del Paine treks.
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Adapter with three aligned round pins, compatible with Chilean sockets (220V).
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Thermal top and bottom garments to cope with the extreme cold of Patagonia or nights in Atacama.
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