Half day Valle del Arco Iris - San Pedro de Atacama

Half day Valle del Arco Iris - San Pedro de Atacama

You will travel through the amazing landscapes of the Valley of the Rainbow in this morning tour of 4 hours from San Pedro de Atacama. Learn about the unique geology and the mineral-rich rocks of the Domeyko Range, which give the valley its name, as it traverses the multicolored rock formations. Next, take a look at the pre-Columbian ruins of Yerbas Buenas, famous for its ancient petroglyphs, and then visit the Rio Grande artisan village.

Itinerary
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Pass By: Valle del Arcoiris, Quebrada Chuschul,, San Pedro de Atacama, Antofagasta, Chile

Start your trip to the Rainbow Valley by climbing to the Andes and reach the highest point, at 1463 meters above sea level. First we will visit the Yerbas Buenas sector, of great historical relevance for its rock art, since it has one of the most important petroglyph groups in the region. The tour will transport us to the time of the indigenous caravans, adding historical and cultural value to the experience. Then, when crossing Matancilla, a sector rich in flora and fauna, we will find the Rainbow Valley, named for the variety of shades that can be seen in the surrounding hills: earth, reddish, brown, green, white and yellow colors , which combined with white salts and blue sky, make up a unique site. Then we will visit the viewpoint where the Rainbow Canyon will be seen where we will enjoy a snack.