Tour to the Valley of the Moon and Valley of Death
Discover the lunar landscape of the Valley of the Moon and the Valley of Death during a spectacular tour from San Pedro de Atacama. See the sunset from the Kari viewpoint in the driest desert in the world. Book online!
Type of service | Regular |
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Seasons | All year round |
Type of traveller | Solo traveller, With kids, Backpackers, Couples |
Country | Chile |
Type of tour | Experiences, Sightseeing Tours |
Associated destination | Destinations | Tours & Activities in Chile |
Includes Tour to the Valley of the Moon and Valley of Death:
- Return transfer from hotels in San Pedro de Atacama.
- Guide in Spanish / English / Portuguese (See notes).
- Tickets.
- Drink.
Monday to Sunday.
Departs at 09:00 hs or 14:00 hs.
4 hours approx.
Itinerary Tour to the Valley of the Moon and Valley of Death:
If you travel to the north of Chile you must make this Tour to the Valley of the Moon and Valley of Death in the Atacama Desert. Many people consider this area to be the most inhospitable place on the planet and we invite you to explore it.
The walk will take place in the Cordillera de la Sal, an area eroded by water and wind for millions of years. This Tour to the Valley of the Moon and Valley of the Death will take you to observe landscapes from another planet, thanks to the surprising geologic formations that you will find.
Your day begins as we pick you up at your hotel in San Pedro de Atacama. First you will visit the Valley of the Moon, which was declared a Nature Sanctuary in 1982, and is part of the Los Flamencos National Reserve. The valley received this name due to its great similarity with the lunar landscapes. There is no life in this valley, nor humidity, making it the most inhospitable place on the planet. From here, you will appreciate the salt sculptures known as Las Tres Marías that were formed by wind erosion.
The second stop will be at the Valley of Death or "Valley of Mars", named after its huge dunes with narrow edges of the sand. It is characterized by its strange geological forms and its incredible rock sculptures. It is one of the most recommended sites for trekking and sandboarding.
Finally, you will climb to the highest part of the Cordillera de la Sal, known as mirador Kari, and observe the splendor of this landscape. Go ahead and explore with Daytours4u the most beautiful corners of the driest desert in the world, accompanied by the most experienced guides.
Important Notes Tour to the Valley of the Moon and Valley of Death:
- Tour Policy: This tour departs with a minimum of 4 people. Otherwise it will become a private tour and will have an additional cost.
- Children policy: Please note that children from the age of 2 years pay the full price of the tour.
- Transfer policy: Only applies to the following hotels: Hostería SPA, Kimal and Village of Kimal, Don Raul, Terrantai, Casa de don Tomás, Altiplánico, Cumbres, Iorana, Casa Atacama.
- Dress code & recommendations: We recommend that you wear comfortable clothes and shoes, and bring with sunblock, sunglasses, and water.