Guided tour

Valle de la Luna (Moon Valley) from San Pedro de Atacama

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Guided tour
Valle de la Luna (Moon Valley) from San Pedro de Atacama
4.6
98 reviews
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Take a tour to the Moon Valley and see the beautiful forms and colors up close. Walk through the area and observe a spectacle of geological sculptural forms, which is similar to the lunar surface.

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Duration 5 hours
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Live tour guide
Spanish, English
Pickup included
Pickup from centrally-located hotels in San Pedro de Atacama town. If your accommodation is out of the pickup area, you will be sent a meeting point.
Small group
Limited to 14 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Mary Elizabeth – Canada

We found this tour fascinating! It looked like the surface of the moon or mars! Our guide was very friendly and informative and seemed to enjoy her job immensely! We loved the snacks and of course the pisco sour!

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Leo – Uruguay

Very beautiful tour. Everything was taken care of and everyone had a great tour

Highlights

  • Discover one of the most popular sites in San Pedro de Atacama
  • Experience the magic of the desert
  • Visit the Salt Caves
  • See the salt sculptures of Tres Marias
  • Watch the mesmerizing afternoon sunset from the Gran Duna

Full description

Meet your guide in San Pedro de Atacama and head towards the Moon Valley, locally known as Valle de la Luna. It is around 10 kilometers away from San Pedro de Atacama and has been declared a natural sanctuary as part of the Los Flamencos National Reserve within the Salt Mountain range.  On this tour, see the beautiful and awe-inspiring place, which has multiple colorful formations creating a geological spectacle similar to the surface of the moon. You will also visit the Tres Marias statues, explore the salt cave, and climb the Gran Duna (Great Dune) to admire a beautiful panorama as the sun sets and the colors in the sky change. Return to San Pedro de Atacama after seeing this nature spectacle and creating unforgettable memories.

Includes

  • Pickup from your accommodation in San Pedro de Atacama
  • Local expert guide
  • Snacks
  • Entrance ticket to Los Flamencos National Reserve
  • Food or drink
  • Gratuities (optional)

Not suitable for

  • Children under 8 years
  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems
  • People with mobility impairments
  • People with heart problems
  • Wheelchair users
  • People with high blood pressure

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Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun hat
  • Camera
  • Hiking shoes
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Cash

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Smoking
  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • This tour is not recommended for pregnant women, those with back problems, those with hypertension, and children under 7 years old or adults over 70 years old
  • Please note that a moderate amount of walking is involved so wear comfortable shoes for walking
  • We recommend that you wear a pullover, sunglasses, and a hat and bring sunscreen and a bottle of water

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 98 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.6/5
  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Value for money
    4.4/5

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Mary Elizabeth – CanadaMay 30, 2024 – Verified booking
We found this tour fascinating! It looked like the surface of the moon or mars! Our guide was very friendly and informative and seemed to enjoy her job immensely! We loved the snacks and of course the pisco sour!
L
Leo – UruguayMay 4, 2024 – Verified booking
Very beautiful tour. Everything was taken care of and everyone had a great tour
M
Michelle – AustraliaJanuary 29, 2024 – Verified booking
Great tour with a great guide. Was absolutely stunning and the sunset was amazing!

Product ID: 190598

Activity provider:Ruta Chile

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