El Tatio Geysers Tour from San Pedro de Atacama

Yes. In the early morning hours, temperatures at the Tatio Geysers can be very low, both in winter and summer. We recommend wearing very warm clothing and dressing in layers. If you don’t need a particular item of clothing later on, you can leave it on the minibus during the tour.

Yes, it is possible, since the tour reaches an elevation of 4,320 meters above sea level. We recommend acclimating first in San Pedro de Atacama and not taking this tour on the first day of your stay. Whenever possible, it’s best to schedule it for the second or third day. It’s also advisable to eat light meals and drink plenty of water in the days leading up to the tour.

No. Swimming is currently not permitted in the old “rustic pool,” the thermal pool located within the geyser field. If you’d like to enjoy a thermal bath during your stay in San Pedro de Atacama, you can book the Puritama Hot Springs Tour.

Booking a tour allows you to visit the Tatio Geysers without having to worry about arranging transportation or driving from San Pedro de Atacama first thing in the morning. The Howlanders tour includes pickup from your lodging, shared transportation, admission to the Tatio Geysers, a bilingual guide, and breakfast.

You will be picked up at your lodging in San Pedro de Atacama between 4:30 and 5:10 a.m. The tour departs so early to arrive at the Tatio Geysers during the early morning hours, when the steam vents are at their most active.

Halfway through the tour, the guide will serve a breakfast consisting of a variety of items, such as bread, avocado, coffee, and pastries. If you have any dietary restrictions, please let us know when you make your reservation, and we'll do our best to tailor the breakfast to your needs.

The tour includes shared transportation from San Pedro de Atacama, a bilingual guide (Spanish and English), breakfast, and admission to the Tatio Geysers. Other meals are not included.

This is a half-day tour. Pickup in San Pedro de Atacama takes place between 4:30 and 5:10 a.m., and the return is scheduled for around 12:00 p.m., so you’ll have the rest of the day free.

Due to the high altitude reached during the tour, this activity is not permitted for children under 9 years of age, pregnant women, or people with heart conditions. To verify age eligibility, you may be asked to present your ID or passport at the entrance.

No. The water and mud from the fumaroles emerge at temperatures exceeding 85 °C. The crust of earth surrounding the craters can be fragile and unstable, so it is mandatory to stay on the marked trails to avoid accidents and burns.

The Tatio Geysers Tour from San Pedro de Atacama runs year-round, except on January 1 and December 25. In the event of adverse weather conditions that block access roads, the route may be closed; in such cases, we will offer to reschedule the tour or provide a refund.