• San Pedro de Atacama - The tour begins with an early morning hotel pickup by van from San Pedro de Atacama, specifically from hotels located near the urban area. The journey heads north to El Tatio, taking approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.

The El Tatio Geyser Field is situated over 14,000 feet above sea level in the Andes Mountains of northern Chile. The drive there is an adventure in itself, with scenic, winding mountain roads flanked by snow-capped active and dormant volcanic peaks. The underground magma heats a water source, leading to an explosive release of pressure.

• Geyser del Tatio - Arriving at the geyser field at sunrise offers the most breathtaking views. In the chilly morning air, each geyser is crowned with a white steam column that fades as the temperature rises. Visitors have about two hours to explore the field, admire the geothermal phenomena, and take photos. A light breakfast is provided, typically featuring a ham and cheese sandwich, biscuit, fruit, juice, tea, and coffee.

After spending around three hours at El Tatio, the tour returns towards San Pedro de Atacama, with a stop in the village of Machuca.

• Machuca - Enjoy approximately an hour in this quaint village, home to about 10 residents. Explore at your own pace, visiting the wooden church, a few adobe houses with thatched roofs, and an artisan shop. For those interested, a llama empanada, a local delicacy, is available for purchase.

Finally, the tour returns to San Pedro de Atacama.

• San Pedro de Atacama - The tour concludes with a return drive to San Pedro de Atacama, ending with a hotel drop-off around midday. The return journey takes approximately 3 hours.

• Local guide
• Hotel pickup
• Transport by air-conditioned minivan
• Breakfast
• Drop off is at the city centre

• Gratuities
• Entrance fee to El Tatio geyser field
• Food and drinks, unless specified

Don’t miss this early morning tour to El Tatio geyser field, one of San Pedro de Atacama’s most popular surrounding attractions and one of the biggest geothermal fields in the world with more than 80 geysers. With a local guide, you’ll arrive at El Tatio at sunrise, when the cold, high-altitude air creates a mystical landscape of steam. Then enjoy a light breakfast. End your tour with a stop in the small adobe village of Machuca.

• It is recommended that you wear comfortable clothes including trekking pants and shoes, and a windbreaker or warm jacket
• Important: Please bring cash to pay for the entrance fees to our guide. If you do not pay the entrance fee, you will not be able to enter the park and the service will not be refunded.
• Note: El Tatio sits at an elevation of nearly 14,000 feet, which may cause altitude sickness for some; it is recommended that you drink plenty of hot tea or water prior to the tour and carry any necessary medication
• Children under 9 years old are not allowed
• Pick up is from 5:00 to 5:40 summer time and 04:30 to 05:10 winter time.
• You must let us know if you have health problems, medication allergy or any problem that may affect physical performance during the tour

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.