San Pedro de Atacama: El Tatio Geysers & Machuca Lagoon Trip
El Loa, Chile
We will explore the surprising landscape of the El Tatio geyser field and also contemplate the Machuca lagoon. You do not miss the hype!
El Tatio Geyser Field Tour from San Pedro de Atacama
This tour visits Chile's main geothermal area, El Tatio, ideal for nature enthusiasts in San Pedro de Atacama.
Highlights
- Chile's most important geothermal activity zone
- Third largest geyser field in the world
- Visit to Machuca Lagoon with local birdlife
Tour Description
Starting from San Pedro de Atacama, you will travel approximately 1.5 hours to El Tatio geyser field, located over 4,000 meters above sea level. Here, you will observe steam eruptions from more than 100 small craters within the third largest geyser field globally.
The tour includes a walk beside thermal pools and a breakfast featuring tea or juice, sandwiches, cookies, yogurt, and fruit while you watch geothermal activity at sunrise. Afterwards, the tour continues to Machuca Lagoon, a wetland that hosts various highland birds including flamingos and ducks.
The excursion ends with a return to San Pedro de Atacama, arriving between 11:30 AM and 12:00 noon at the town’s main square or a central location.
Included
- Bus transportation
- Spanish-speaking guide
- Breakfast
Not Included
- Entrance fee to El Tatio geysers: 15,000 CLP (approximately 14.20 EUR) per person
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Booking Tips
Dress warmly and bring sun protection as temperatures at high altitude can be low in the early morning, but sun exposure is strong. The best time to visit is early morning to see the geysers at sunrise.
