San Pedro de Atacama: Rainbow Valley & Hierbas Buenas Tour
El Loa, Chile
Visit this gorgeous, colorful valley in the middle of the Atacama desert and learn more about it´s magical history. Immerse yourself in it´s ancetral energies and breath-taking surroundings.
Rainbow Valley Tour in the Atacama Desert
This guided tour explores the Rainbow Valley near San Pedro de Atacama, ideal for travelers interested in indigenous culture and desert landscapes.
Highlights
- Visit a sacred site used by indigenous tribes for thousands of years
- Observe the valley’s colorful mineral-rich rock formations
- Enjoy a breakfast surrounded by the desert scenery
Description
The Rainbow Valley features mountains displaying vibrant reds, greens, ochres, and whites due to unique mineral deposits. The tour starts at the Yerbas Buenas petroglyphs, ancient stone carvings created by indigenous people. Following this, you will walk through the valley, viewing wind-sculpted rock formations, and have a peaceful breakfast in the desert. The itinerary may change on the day of the tour depending on weather or logistics.
Includes
- Breakfast
- Hotel pick-up
- Bilingual Spanish and English speaking guide
Excludes
- Entrance fee: 10,000 Chilean pesos per person (payable in advance at the agency)
Important Information
- The tour involves light walking through the Arcoiris Valley, suitable for most fitness levels.
- This is not an altitude-focused tour, making it suitable early in your trip for acclimatization.
Cancellation Policy
Full refunds are available for cancellations made up to 24 hours before the tour.
For the best experience, book in advance and bring sun protection, comfortable walking shoes, and water. Morning departures provide cooler temperatures and better lighting for photography.
