12-day Extreme mountain biking tour of the Puna de Atacama, Chile

I will guide you on this truly epic and awesome 12-day extreme mountain biking tour of the Puna de Atacama, Chile, where we will traverse around this remote and amazing region full of humongous and desolate red arid plains, towering and majestic mountains, and oasis-like tranquil lakes and lagoons, all via the unique method of mountain biking.

The Puna de Atacama is a dry, high plateau nestled within the Andes of Northern Chile. The landscape, scenery and terrain is often described as surreal, as there is very little flora or fauna around, adding to the sense of otherworldliness.

We meet on the first day at Desierto de Atacama Airport in the Northern Chilean city of Copiapo, where all relevant safety and general information and gear will be dispensed.

From there we head off in to the wild frontier of Puna de Atacama, with the high altitude meaning conditions are often difficult, with the first 8 days of the trip involving gradually acclimatizing to the conditions as we increase the height we will be mountain biking on.

There will be 10 days overall of mountain biking and in-built rest, as we discover and explore the myriad of exquisite and exotic sights, with one whole day set aside for tackling the awe-inspiring summit of Cerro San Francisco (6018m).

There is also one relaxing and refreshing day set aside to bike ride on the shores of the Pacific Ocean, a great change from the moon-like landscape and terrain we have been exposed to.

We finish after 12 days by heading back to Copiapo, tired and happy at having explored one of the most unique locations in South America.

This is a one-of-a-kind trip in which you will experience the raw natural beauty of this stunning region – book now so you don’t miss out!