San Pedro de Atacama: Shared Moon Valley Tour
El Loa, Chile
Visit: - Amphitheater - Major Dune - Tres Marias Formation - Viewpoint of Ckari ( Piedra del Coyote)
Moon Valley Sightseeing Tour in San Pedro de Atacama
This guided tour explores Moon Valley, a desert landscape in Los Flamencos National Reserve, ideal for visitors interested in geology and nature.
Highlights
- Hiking to visit Duna Mayor
- Hiking to Tres Marias Formation
- Observing the Amphitheater
- Sunset at the Ckari vantage point (Piedras del Coyote)
Description
Moon Valley, once called Las Salinas by indigenous peoples, is a geomorphological site that resembles a lunar landscape. It was declared a Nature Sanctuary in 1982 and forms part of Los Flamencos National Reserve. The valley offers significant geological formations, especially visible at sunrise and sunset.
During the tour, you will visit:
- Los Tres Vigilantes, now known as Las Tres Marías (The Three Marys)
- Duna Mayor, a prominent sand dune
- Vantage points such as Quebrada Honda with Piedra del Coyote (Coyote Stone)
Includes
- Moon Valley sightseeing tour
- Visits to:
- Amphitheater
- Duna Mayor
- Tres Marias Formation
- Ckari vantage point (Coyote Stone)
- Pick-up from the agency at Tocopilla #418, downtown San Pedro de Atacama
- Drop-off in downtown San Pedro de Atacama
Excludes
- Food and beverages
- Tips
- Entrance ticket to the Los Flamencos National Reserve (CLP 10,800 per person), which must be purchased in advance at valledelaluna.com
If you have difficulty purchasing the ticket, contact +56966501961 for assistance.
Important Information
- The National Reserve is managed by Indigenous Communities, which may close or set specific opening hours due to weather or emergencies. These conditions are outside the agency's control.
- The tour requires a minimum of 6 participants to operate. If this minimum is not met, the agency will join another partner agency to run the tour.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
For the best experience, bring sun protection, water, and sturdy footwear. Early morning or late afternoon visits offer optimal lighting for viewing geological formations.
