Atacama Desert
Covering over 1,000km of land from the Pacific coast to the Bolivian border, the Atacama desert is home to a range of otherworldly landscapes which leave even the most world-weary travellers breathless — though the high altitude could also be to blame for that. The region is a photographer’s dream, with seemingly endless salt flats giving way to volcanos, active geysers and vibrant turquoise lagoons filled with flamingos. Don’t miss a sunset (or sunrise) in the appropriately named Valle de la Luna, which is only 11 miles from the small town of San Pedro de Atacama.
Adventure in Chile
Chile's top adventure destinations & activities
Chile is an adventurer’s paradise. Its national parks are open year-round and the diversity of climate along its 4,270km north to south length means there is always somewhere to visit, regardless of when you choose to travel. From barren deserts and salt plains in the north to icy mountain peaks and glaciers in the south, Chile’s landscapes offer some of the most pristine wilderness in South America...read more
Atacama Desert Tours
Santiago & Uyuni Salt Flats
View the Tatio Geysers and other desert attractions
10 daysFrom $4,990| Bolivia, Chile | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
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Luxury, Beach, Family, Adventure, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Cities, History, Culinary, Food |
Chile & Easter Island Uncovered
Guided walking holiday
13 daysFrom £4,649| Atacama Desert, Easter Island (Rapa Nui), Santiago, Valparaiso | |
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Small group tour |
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Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Archaeology, Cities, History, Solo Travel |
Hiking Atacama Desert
7-Day Hiking Tour - Atacama Desert
7 daysFrom $3,270| Atacama Desert | |
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Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, National Parks, Solo Travel |
Bike & Hike The Atacama Desert
7 daysFrom $3,615| Atacama Desert | |
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Small group tour |
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Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Cycling, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Solo Travel |
Best of Peru, Bolivia & Chile
Journey through the Andes from Lima to Santiago
19 daysFrom £7,040| Bolivia, Chile, Peru | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
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Luxury, Family, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, National Parks, Culture, Archaeology, Cities, Museums & Galleries, History, Culinary, Food, Wine |
Argentina & Chile Steak, Wine & Culture
A culinary adventure through the wine lands
19 daysFrom £5,770| Argentina, Chile | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
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Luxury, Family, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, National Parks, Culture, Cities, Museums & Galleries, History, Culinary, Food, Wine |
Atacama Desert Travel Companies
South American Vacations
Custom tours to Latin America since 2002
| Central America, South America, Antarctica | |
| Custom itinerary, Private guided tour | |
| Cruise & Sailing, Luxury, Honeymoon, Beach, Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Horseback Riding, Snorkelling, Swimming, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Archaeology, Museums & Galleries, History, Culinary, Food, Wine |
Patagonia Trails
Guided adventures in Chilean Patagonia
| South America | |
| Small group tour, Private guided tour | |
| Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Mountain Biking, Water Sports, Kayaking, Canoeing, Active, Walking, Cycling, Horseback Riding, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Solo Travel, Budget |
Amity Tours
Chile adventure travel specialists
| Chile | |
| Custom itinerary, Small group tour, Private guided tour | |
| Family, Adventure, Backpacking, Hiking & Trekking, Mountain Biking, Water Sports, Kayaking, Canoeing, Winter Sports, Active, Walking, Camping, Cycling, Horseback Riding, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, National Parks, Culture, Responsible Travel, Solo Travel, Budget |
HF Holidays
UK walking holidays since 1913
| South America, Europe | |
| Custom itinerary, Small group tour, Private guided tour, Self-guided tour | |
| Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Solo Travel |
Walk Patagonia
Walking holidays in South America
| South America | |
| Custom itinerary, Private guided tour | |
| Adventure, Backpacking, Climbing, Hiking & Trekking, Navigating, Water Sports, Kayaking, Canoeing, Ziplining, Abseiling, Active, Walking, Camping, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Museums & Galleries, Responsible Travel, Eco-travel, Solo Travel |
Rainforest Cruises
Exotic Riverboat & Small Ship Cruises
| South America, South Asia, Southeast Asia | |
| Custom itinerary, Private guided tour | |
| Cruise & Sailing, Safari, Luxury, Honeymoon, Beach, Family, Adventure, Active, Nature & Wildlife, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Culinary, Food |
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