Rainbow Valley Tour and Petroglyphs - San Pedro de Atacama
Rainbow Valley Tour and Petroglyphs with colorful desert landscapes and ancient rock art
Briefing
With the Rainbow Valley Tour and Petroglyphs - San Pedro de Atacama, you’ll discover one of the most colorful landscapes in the Atacama Desert. During the tour, you’ll explore the ancient petroglyphs of Yerbas Buenas, admire the unique rock formations of Rainbow Valley, and enjoy a short hike in the Río Salado area.
The tour also includes the entrance fee, so you only have to focus on enjoying the experience.
Ready to start your day? Here are all the details 👇:
Tour details
Included
- Private transportation
- Bilingual guide
- Breakfast
- Rainbow Valley Entrance Fee
Not included
- Meals
Important information
RESTRICTIONS: Not suitable for pregnant women or children under 6 years old.
Keep in mind that during the first hours of the morning the weather is very cold, so we recommend you to bring all the warm clothes you consider necessary.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation! You can cancel this tour and you'll receive 100% refund of the amount paid if you cancel more than 48 hours in advance. After this time, or in case you do not show up, no refunds will be given.
Tour itinerary
Rainbow Valley Atacama
Altitude: 3,000 masl
Group max: 15 people
Pick up in San Pedro de Atacama
The San Pedro de Atacama Rainbow Valley tour starts with pick up at your accommodation between 7 and 7:40 am. Once the group is assembled, the driver will set off for the picturesque Rio Grande basin.
Yerbas Buenas
You will arrive at the Yerbas Buenas sector, a place of great historical importance, since here you will find one of the most important petroglyph groups in the region. You will find carvings and drawings on the rocks such as llamas, camelids, monkeys and dogs.
Rainbow Valley
Stretch your legs! Once you arrive at the well known Rainbow Valley, you will take a walk with the guide who will explain the history of the place. You will be amazed by the variety of colors of the rocks and geological formations.
Return to San Pedro de Atacama
After this historical and cultural session, it will be time to put an end to the Rainbow Valley tour by returning to San Pedro de Atacama around 12:30.
What to bring to Rainbow Valley and Petroglyphs - San Pedro de Atacama tour
Trekking shoes
Sunglasses
Comfortable and warm clothes
Sunscreen
Water
Where does the tour Rainbow Valley and Petroglyphs - San Pedro de Atacama start
The tour starts in San Pedro de Atacama and most travelers arrive from 3 zones:
- From Santiago de Chile: the most advisable option is to do it by direct plane to Calama. Upon arrival you can take a transfer to San Pedro de Atacama. We recommend the company Transfer Pampa for being the most reliable.
- From Peru: most probably you will arrive directly from Cusco or Arequipa. In this case we recommend you to take a bus that crosses the Arica-Tacna border and then takes you to San Pedro de Atacama, although it is a somewhat complex combination, since it is necessary to combine several buses.
- From Salta (Argentina): there is a direct bus that takes approximately 11 hours.
Questions & Answers
What is the maximum altitude reached during the tour?
The maximum altitude reached is 3500 meters above sea level. It is recommended to eat light meals and drink a lot of water the previous days for a good acclimatization.
In what currency is the entrance fee paid?
The entrance fee must be paid in cash in Chilean pesos.
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