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.
Hiking in Chile
The best treks and hikes in Chile
A country to which superlatives can do no justice, Chile is probably my favourite place on earth for hiking and trekking. With virtually all the world's landscapes packed into one slender stretch of land, the scenery oscillates between arid desert, tropical islands, and piercing mountains, volcanoes and glacial lakes; of which a whopping 21% is protected by law. And, with much of Chile’s natural areas unspoiled by roads or heavy infrastructure, the best way to explore – the only way, in my view – is by foot...read more
Atacama Desert Travel Guides
Atacama Desert Tours

Santiago & Uyuni Salt Flats
View the Tatio Geysers and other desert attractions
10 daysFrom $4,990
Chile & Easter Island Uncovered
Guided walking holiday
13 daysFrom £4,649
Hiking Atacama Desert
7-Day Hiking Tour - Atacama Desert
7 daysFrom $3,270
Bike & Hike The Atacama Desert
7 daysFrom $3,615
Best of Peru, Bolivia & Chile
Journey through the Andes from Lima to Santiago
19 daysFrom £7,040
Argentina & Chile Steak, Wine & Culture
A culinary adventure through the wine lands
19 daysFrom £5,770Atacama Desert Travel Companies


South American Vacations
Custom tours to Latin America since 2002


Patagonia Trails
Guided adventures in Chilean Patagonia


Amity Tours
Chile adventure travel specialists


HF Holidays
UK walking holidays since 1913


Walk Patagonia
Walking holidays in South America


Rainforest Cruises
Exotic Riverboat & Small Ship Cruises


The Adventure People
The Most Inspiring & Exciting Adventure Holidays On Earth.

