Trekking to Puritama Canyon and Guatin Natural Exploration in San Pedro de Atacama
Highlights
- Puritama Canyon, rock formations and biodiversity of the canyon.
- Puritama Hot Springs, natural hot springs known for their therapeutic properties.
- Guatín community, culture and local life in Guatín. Traditions, agriculture and its relationship with nature.
- Panoramic views, contrasts of colors and geological formations.
- Hiking and Adventure in this challenging and rewarding trekking, ideal for nature lovers and adventurers.
- Diversity of plants and animals that inhabit this ecosystem, from giant cacti to native birds.
Itinerary
Departing from San Pedro de Atacama, at the agreed time, to head towards the Heart of the Desert. The fresh, clean air will fill us with energy as we advance until we reach to our destination in the Puritama Canyon and Guatin.
This experience combines natural beauty, hot springs and the ancestral culture of the local communities.
We will begin our trekking by immersing ourselves in these landscapes so impressive as well as diverse. We will skirt the canyon along a winding road the bank of the stream, we can see the high rock walls until we reach a series of natural hot spring pools warm and revitalizing.
We will have the opportunity to immerse ourselves and cool off in these natural pools, a dip in these hot springs in order to continue With our adventure, we recommend that you wear your swimsuit under your clothes now. There are no bathrooms or dressing rooms in the place.
After enjoying of these waters and replenish our energy, we will continue our trekking towards Guatin, a small community located in the Chilean highlands. During the journey, we will be able to appreciate the panoramic views of the mountainous landscape and the rock formations unique to the region.
At Guatin we will immerse ourselves in the local culture and the hospitality of the community. Here we will have the opportunity to meet the local inhabitants and learn about their ancestral traditions. The visit to Guatin will allow us to experience life in the highlands and better understand the way how these communities have thrived in such a challenging environment for centuries.
This is a journey that will allow us to connect with the beauty of nature and the authenticity of life in the Chilean highlands.
Don`t miss it, you You will renew and fill with energy.
included with
- March Ration (Snack).
- Trekking pole.
- Transfer.
- Bilingual guide.
excluded by
- Puritama Hot Springs are not included, but you can bathe in a natural pool during the Trek.
- Unspecified drinks or meals.
- Tips or extras not specified.
Essential
Information
- Option for vegan, vegetarian, celiac food, informing in advance.
- Passengers with food restrictions or allergies, inform in advance.
- Regular service minimum 2 passengers / maximum 14. Spanish/English.
- Modifiable schedules depending on the season of the year, weather conditions, park restrictions or others.
- Entrance fees to tourist sites NOT included in the tour.
Restrictions
- Minimum age 8 years. They are recommended after 48 hours of arrival.
- Passengers with special health conditions, such as hypertension or heart disease, must present a medical certificate indicating that they are under control.
- Not suitable for pregnant women.
Detailed Description
Today we invite you to live an extraordinary adventure, a different way of visiting a place known, impressive landscapes that we will only find in the heart of the desert.
Trekking through the Puritama and Guatin Canyon combines the majesty of a deep canyon with beauty and hot springs and culture ancestral of the Guatin community.
This path leads us It will wind along the side of a stream, as well as a series of natural thermal pools, where we can immerse ourselves and enjoy warm and revitalizing waters.
We will continue taking in the panoramic views of the mountainous landscape and formations rocky until you reach the community of Guatin, nestled In the middle of the Chilean highlands, here we will learn a little more about its local culture and its ancestral traditions.
