San Pedro de Atacama : Excursion to the Tatio Geysers
Description
As the sun rises over the Andean peaks, you will witness the magic of dawn on the Tatio Geysers. Throughout the day, our bilingual guides will share knowledge about the geothermal wonders, native flora and cultural value of the region. Feel the high air as you explore the geothermal field, where hot water emerges at temperatures near 86 °C, contrasting with the altitude of more than 4,300 meters above sea level. Along the way, you will also have the opportunity to appreciate the flora and fauna of the Putana River. The experience also includes panoramic views of the picturesque village of Machuca and the exploration of the bodeals. During the excursion, breakfast is offered, allowing you to take a comforting break to enjoy the surroundings and continue the experience with energy.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Our expert guide will accompany you on this unique experience, providing you with information about the formation and functioning of these geological phenomena, as well as the rich biodiversity that inhabits this protected area. Immerse yourself in the energy and beauty of the Tatio Geysers as you watch the impressive spectacle of nature unfold before your eyes.
On our Machuca and wetlands tour experience, travelers will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the natural and cultural beauty of this unique region. We will begin our tour enjoying the stunning panoramic views of the picturesque town of Machuca.
Along the majestic Putana River, which meanders through the arid landscape of the Atacama Desert, participants will have the opportunity to witness an astonishing diversity of life in a seemingly inhospitable environment.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Payment must be made in advance before the start of the itinerary, preferably in cash. We will contact you to request payment. If the reservation is last minute, we will request payment. Payments made through the payment link may incur a 4% surcharge due to taxes.
- Warm clothing, comfortable footwear, sunglasses, sunblock, 1.5 liters of sparkling water per person, beanie, gloves for the cold.
Reviews(49)
Today, I went with my girlfriend on the Geyser tour with guide Manuel from agency Layana. A 7.0 in every sense. Concerned about the altitude sickness, he provided historical data and took photos of the group we were with. We had already had a tour with him last year, and his level of dedication is tremendous. If we go back again, we will request Layana and Miguel as our guides!
¡Muchísimas gracias por su hermosa reseña! Nos alegra enormemente saber que nuevamente disfrutaron la experiencia junto a Manuel. Su dedicación, preocupación por cada pasajero, sus conocimientos y la pasión con la que realiza cada tour son cualidades que valoramos profundamente. Le haremos llegar sus palabras. Estamos seguros de que le harán muy feliz. Será un placer recibirlos nuevamente en San Pedro de Atacama. 🌵✨ PD: ¡Creemos que al final quisieron decir Manuel en lugar de Miguel! 🤭
The Tatio Geysers are very interesting with a stunning landscape. The cold and the start time of the tour are the inconveniences.
Muito obrigado pelo seu comentário! Ficamos felizes em saber que gostou dos Gêiseres do Tatio e da paisagem. Sobre o horário, ele é necessário, pois é nas primeiras horas da manhã que os gêiseres estão mais ativos e o fenômeno é mais intenso. Esperamos recebê-lo novamente em San Pedro de Atacama. 🌵✨
Efficient and knowledgeable tour guide and driver. The geysers are interesting and the landscape on the drive back down is stunning. Breakfast was good. Be warned that it is VERY cold at the geysers (minus 7 degrees Celsius in mid/late March).
Thank you for your detailed review! We’re glad you enjoyed the geysers, the landscapes, and the work of our guide and driver. We also appreciate your note about the cold, it’s very helpful for future travelers. We noticed your 4 star rating and would love to know if there’s anything we could improve to make the experience even better. Your feedback is very important to us.
Very good experience pass by you on the hour, very nice all the trip friendly and friendly guides and driver, very rich breakfast
¡Muchas gracias por su reseña! Nos alegra saber que tuvo una muy buena experiencia, destacando la puntualidad, el trato del equipo y el desayuno. Para nosotros es fundamental cuidar cada detalle del servicio. Esperamos recibirle nuevamente en San Pedro de Atacama. 🌵✨
Enthusiastic and interesting guide, Manuel. And he made us a delicious breakfast .And he adapted to what we wanted. Top experience!
Hartelijk dank voor uw mooie beoordeling! We zijn blij te horen dat Manuel uw ervaring zo bijzonder heeft gemaakt. Zijn enthousiasme, interessante uitleg en het ontbijt dat hij voor jullie bereidde maken inderdaad een groot verschil. We geven uw complimenten graag aan hem door. We hopen u opnieuw te mogen verwelkomen in San Pedro de Atacama. 🌵✨
I came to Layana on the advice of a friend and it was the best decision. Manu and Andrea were our guides on the tours, demonstrating knowledge of the place and integrating us into the Atacamenha culture. The meals are excellent and the transfers comfortable, with large vehicles (14 people) for personalized groups, making the tours more enjoyable. I hope to be back soon. Greetings to the team.
Muito obrigado pelo seu comentário e pela confiança em escolher a Layana Travel! Ficamos muito felizes em saber que a indicação do seu amigo resultou em uma experiência positiva e memorável. Caro, Manu e Andrea certamente ficarão muito contentes com suas palavras, nossa equipe se dedica diariamente para transmitir não apenas os passeios, mas também a essência e a cultura atacamenha. Nos alegra saber que apreciaram as refeições, o conforto dos transfers e o formato de grupos reduzidos, que realmente tornam a experiência mais personalizada e agradável. Será um prazer recebê-los novamente em San Pedro de Atacama. Saudações de toda a equipe Layana Travel! 🌵✨
It is the third most geyser place in the world so if you haven't seen any you have to go. When we went there was only one intermittent, the rest were fixed. You have to go first thing, when it dawns you can hardly see the fumaroles anymore.
¡Muchas gracias por su comentario! Es cierto, los Geysers del Tatio son uno de los campos geotérmicos más increíbles del mundo y una experiencia única. El horario temprano del tour es fundamental, ya que es durante las primeras horas de la mañana cuando las fumarolas y la actividad de los géiseres son más visibles e intensas. Esperamos recibirle nuevamente en San Pedro de Atacama. 🌵✨
Loreto and her team were fabulous about everything - punctuality, checking with group about washroom stops, introducing us to different characters of geysers, sharing astonishing historical information about the place, breakfast, etc. We all connected well, and felt very satisfied at the end of the tour.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that Loreto and the team made your experience so enjoyable and well organized. It’s great to know that the explanations, historical insights, attention to the group, and breakfast all contributed to a memorable tour. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again in San Pedro de Atacama. 🌵✨
We had a great tour to the geysers thanks to the great care team of Loretto and the two Daniels. Impressive natural spectacle of geysers and interesting information with lots of charm make this tour unforgettable. Welcome additions were breakfast with phenomenal views and some sightings of desert animals. Tip: be sure to follow the tips for acclimatization, the altitude of 4,200 m is strongly noticeable.
Vielen Dank für Ihre wunderbare Bewertung! Es freut uns sehr, dass die Tour mit Loreto und den beiden Daniels für Sie unvergesslich war. Schön, dass Ihnen die Geysire, die Informationen sowie das Frühstück mit Aussicht gefallen haben. Vielen Dank auch für den hilfreichen Tipp zur Akklimatisierung. Die Höhe ist tatsächlich ein wichtiger Faktor. Wir hoffen, Sie bald wieder in San Pedro de Atacama begrüßen zu dürfen. 🌵✨
Fantastic tour! Such a unique place and experience. Loreto was our guide, sharing all of her knowledge about the culture and the places we visited. This tour was a full immersion in the local history, also we could see different birds and other local animals… besides great food and nice people
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a unique and immersive experience. Loreto will be very happy to know that her knowledge about the culture and local history made the tour even more special. It’s great to know you enjoyed the wildlife, the food, and the atmosphere of the group as well. We hope to welcome you again in San Pedro de Atacama. 🌵✨
