Relatively new in the area, Tierra Atacama has totally stolen the limelight. Located a five minute cycle ride from San Pedro de Atacama, it features some outstanding surroundings and luxuriously spacious accommodation, really making the most out of the outside space. Met on arrival by the fantastic guides, you will learn your options during your stay, which go all the way from visiting the Altiplanico Lagoons and Salar de Tara, to the Tatio Geisers and Machuca, a tiny village, surrounded by nature.
A 5 minute cycle, or a 20 minute walk, from San Pedro de Atacama, Tierra Atacama is a 2 hour domestic flight from Santiago to Calama, then a 1 hour drive. Private charter is also available.
The whole hotel has been designed by professionals to preserve local influences, yet keep it modern and comfortable for guests. There is a living room, library and bar, as well as beautifully landscaped gardens and a communal terrace, each made to ensure your comfort at all times. The indoor and outdoor pool means you can take a dip, whatever the outdoor conditions. The spa offers some sublime services to ensure you are pampered during your time in Atacama.All the rooms here feature private terraces and stunning views of the Licancabur volcano and feature elegant minimalist style interiors. Peppered with handmade crafts from the local villages, each room has an authentic feel and unique touches to make you feel at home. There are 3 room types to choose from. Orient offers a romantic ambience for guests, with sublime spaces for two and include Wi-Fi, an outdoor shower, hair dryer and a safe, and you don’t need to worry about getting too hot or too cold, with air-conditioning, central heating and a ceiling fan to keep you at your perfect temperature. Poniente rooms offer a little more space, with an additional bath tub and the family rooms sleep up to six guests, with an en-suite master bedroom upstairs, then two bedrooms with their own bathroom down stairs.
A range of excursions can be organised from the hotel, ranging in difficulty and time. Head out to the Altiplanico Lagoons (Miscanti & Meniques) in a 4x4 for a stunning journey, then enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, a small way of giving back to the community. Take a day to venture to Salar de Tara where you’ll spot salt lakes and bird life as well as areas of marshland before getting there. You can also head to the Tatio Geisers or Puritama Hot Springs, a truly unique experience. There is also the option of visiting the small village of Machuca, exploring the lunar landscapes of Moon Valley or witnessing the Atacama Salt Flats (Chaxa Lagoon and Flamingo Reserve).
The chef creates some delicious menus using fresh, local ingredients. Traditional Chilean and Andean dishes are featured alongside international cuisine and very nice Chilean wines. Vegetarian dishes are easily available on request.
Head out into the wild in search of Patagonia’s elusive apex predator, with your own private puma tracking guide, in this Classic Chile Safari. Take part in an array of activities in and San Pedro de Atacama and spend time in the Atacama Desert, visiting the likes of The Valley of the Moon.
From 10625 per person
Experience the arid wasteland of the Atacama Desert and the rugged landscape of Torres del Paine National Park - as well as the cities in between – on this journey across Chile. There are a host of highlights that draw travellers to Chile, and this adventurous safari takes in some of the best. From the Atacama Desert – one of the driest places on earth – to the mountains and glaciers of Patagonia, this long strip of a country contains within it a wide variety of landscapes and ecological regions for the intrepid explorer to experience. In addition to Chile’s natural wonders, you’ll be able to visit some of the country’s cultural highlights, including the capital city of Santiago and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Valparaiso.
From 11250 per person
An exclusive tailor-made puma tracking safari in Torres del Paine National Park. Track the big cats in Chile in winter; the best time to see them in the wilderness of Chilean Patagonia, stay in luxurious accommodation too. Based in the exclusive Explora Patagonia lodge, and with breath-taking scenery on your doorstep, even if the puma eludes us, there is still plenty to see in this impressive part of Patagonia.
From 5600 per person
