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Atacama Desert: View erupting Atacaman geysers

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View erupting Atacaman geysers

Gurgling and steaming at over 4,300m above sea level, the little blow holes of El Tatio reveal their agitation as dawn’s vibrant colours begin to sweep across the sky. Geothermal activity is at its peak here at sunrise, so it’s an early start to reach the geyser field in time to see nature put on its spectacular show.

Adding to what is already an otherworldly scene in the desolate high plains of the Atacama desert, huge jets of steam and water begin to erupt from the earth, backlit against the newly risen sun. This is one of the world’s largest geyser fields and the sight of several jets spouting at once makes this a very special experience.

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Unwind in a Hot Spring

Dip into high-altitude thermal pools


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What our clients say

97% of our clients rated their experience with us as Excellent or Good.

Nandu: Peaks and plains of patagonia | Tour rating: Excellent

Good thoughtful guide who enhanced the return journey.

SB, Milnthorpe | December 2017 | 65 and over

Nandu: Peaks and plains of patagonia | Tour rating: Excellent

Amazing!

HM, Bristol | November 2017 | 50 - 65 | With Partner

Nandu: Peaks and plains of patagonia | Tour rating: Excellent

Well worth getting up pre-dawn for!

RE, Knutsford | October 2017 | 50 - 65 | With Partner

Nandu: Peaks and plains of patagonia | Tour rating: Excellent

Lovely breakfast at the geysers.  We enjoyed this trip most of all of those at San Pedro.

CG, Amersham | January 2017 | 35 - 50

Nandu: Peaks and plains of patagonia | Tour rating: Excellent

Both geysers and the hot springs were superb. Well above expectations.

US, London | December 2016 | 50 - 65

Nandu: Peaks and plains of patagonia | Tour rating: Excellent

Fun.  Enjoyed the early morning breakfast.

SD, | March 2016 | 50 - 65

Nandu: Peaks and plains of patagonia | Tour rating: Excellent

Excellent guide.  Very knowledgeable and fluent in English

GN, Kingsbridge | January 2016 | 65 and over | With Partner

Nandu: Peaks and plains of patagonia | Tour rating: Excellent

Good trip although we did not realise quite how cold it would be and wished we had worn more layers.

CJ, Twickenham | November 2015 | 50 - 65 | With Partner

Nandu: Peaks and plains of patagonia | Tour rating: Excellent

Outstanding.

PM, Redditch | August 2015 | 50 - 65

Nandu: Peaks and plains of patagonia | Tour rating: Excellent

"My goodness it was cold there. -4 deg that morning - made the hot springs a welcome warm up."

JS, Nottingham | May 2015 | 50 - 65 | With Partner

Nandu: Peaks and plains of patagonia | Tour rating: Excellent

"Worth the 4 am start."

JR, London | December 2014 | 35 - 50 | With Partner

Nandu: Peaks and plains of patagonia | Tour rating: Excellent

"Again Superb and a very knowledgeable guide. The thermal hot springs were not that warm though!"

ES, London | September 2014 | 35 - 50 | With Friends

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