Atacama Challenge: 8-day trekking adventure with a guide

Don't miss this Atacama Challenge in company with the Chilean and IFMGA mountain guide Eduardo. Unique landscapes and a vast wildlife are there waiting for you.

Andes

8 Days

All year

Description

I am really happy to offer you this 8-day program in Atacama. Undoubtedly, it will be the challenge of your life!

Are you ready to join me for the Atacama Challenge? This exciting program consists in 8 unforgettable days, walking in one of the driest deserts of the world.

The main reasons why I think you should come to this expedition are:

You will cross the worldwide famous Atacama Desert by foot;
You will learn a lot about native people and their lifestyles;
Visit Atacama Salt Flats and the Moon Valley;
A great trek in the Andean High Plateau where you’ll see the flora and fauna of the place.

During the trek you will also witness the natural and cultural features which make Atacama a unique region. We’ll hike through the famous Andean plateau and visit some Inca villages as well as many other archeological sites. In addition, this region offers incredible contrasts in its landscapes and a unique wildlife.

The Atacama challenge is a perfect option for those who are looking for a technical improvement. Of course, some prior hiking experience will be necessary as well as a good fitness level. Keep in mind we must walk during 9 or 10 hours per day. However, and in order to make it an easy-going adventure, you won’t have to carry all the equipment on the way. You’ll just carry your basic needs and our private cars will take the rest to the campsite of the day.

This trip is only available for private groups. So, get in touch with me to obtain a custom program with personalized rates according to your wishes and expectations. I await your message!

Price includes

Accommodation included
Guiding fee
Breakfast
Dinner
Transport during the trip
Permit and entrance fees

Details

More info

Not included in the price:

– International and domestic flights – Personal equipment (e.g. mattress, sleeping bag, backpack) – Compulsory travel insurances (accidents, repatriation) and other insurances of any kind (e.g. medical, trip cancellation – strongly recommended) – Personal expenses – Tips – Extra costs for early departure – Any service/cost not mentioned in the program

Meeting point

Santiago de Chile

About the guide

Eduardo

Mountain Guide

IFMGA/UIAGM Mountain Guide from Chile.

Trekking, rock climbing, ice climbing, backcountry ski courses as well as guiding, expeditions and ascent to the most famous volcanoes in Chile.

You can enjoy a multi-sport trip and why not also a deserved relax in hot springs as Termas Geometricas and all this in the loneliness of many of the places where we are going to travel. An invaluable treasure to your hand thanks to Volcanes del Sur Expediciones.

Languages

Russian | English | Catalan

Certificates

UIAGM | IFMGA

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