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.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- 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 15 participants
Experience
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
- Pick up and drop-off 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
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers must fill out a travel information form
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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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
