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2-day Lauca National Park and surroundings hiking and sightseeing tour in northern Chile

2-day Lauca National Park and surroundings hiking and sightseeing tour in northern Chile 2

Join one of our certified guides to embark on a unique hiking and sightseeing tour in northern Chile. Explore the rich biodiversity of Lauca National Park and learn about Chilean culture on this 2-day trip!

Private

2 Days

All year

Open To Everyone

Beginner


Highlights

* Visit the Lauca National Park

* Enjoy traditional Chilean food.

* Explore the unique culture and biodiversity of northern Chile.

Description

Join us as we take you on an exceptional 2-day hiking and sightseeing tour in northern Chile. We’ll visit Lauca National Park and explore the rich biodiversity of the area on this incredible trip.

Beginning from the beautiful village of Arica, we’ll visit the bustling local market and the breathtaking beaches of the city. The tour leads to the famous Caves of Anzota, famous for Chinchorro culture. Next, we’ll head towards Morro of Arica to enjoy panoramic views. Moving further towards the beautiful Azapa Valley, we’ll spot the geoglyphs of Cerro Sombrero and the Geoglyphos de la Tropilla. Our following objective will be the holy mountain of Cerro Sagrado. Las Llosyas, the Archaeological Museum of San Miguel of Azapa and the fort Pukara de Copaquilla, are just a few of the many attractions we’ll be seeing in the region. Then, passing through breathtaking Lluta Valley, we’ll learn about the Poconchile culture. The beautiful Iglesia de San Gerónimo church is on the way. Finally, we’ll head towards Socoroma village to witness its outstanding architecture. By the end of the day, we’ll arrive in Putre.

The next day, we’ll visit the Lauca National Park which is rich in biodiversity and you’ll easily spot parinas, ducks, vicuñas, vizcachas and taguas. Chucuyo and the beautiful lagoon of Cotacotani will also be part of the itinerary. Additionally, we will go to the magical Chungara lake. You’ll be stunned to see the marvelous reflection of the Parinacota volcano on the surface of its crystal clear water. Furthermore, we’ll visit the quaint Parinacota village before our final stop at the thermal springs of Jurasi where we will enjoy a refreshing dip.

This 2-day adventure is a great way to explore the Chilean landscapes and culture. And, you’ll get to sample the traditional food on the way too! Just make sure you are ready for some sturdy trekking and you will be all set.

So, send us a request to experience the unique culture and landscapes of northern Chile.

Want more? Then check out this 4-day hiking, history, culture and nature tour in northern Chile!

Price includes

- Accommodation included

- Guiding fee

- Breakfast

- Lunch

- Dinner

Price details

Price per Person. Price Incudes: Oxygen cylinders.

English guide costs:

2 Pax: USD 456 per person.

3 Pax: USD 354 per person.

4 Pax: USD 288 per person.

Not Included: Tickets to National Park or Museums.


Itinerary

Day 1: From Arica to Putre

We will start out from Arica. Then we will move past beautiful Azapa Valley, past the holy mountain of Cerro Sagrado, and head towards Socoroma village to see its unique architecture. Finally, we’ll stop at  Putre.

Day 2: From National Park Lauca to Arica.

On day 2, we’ll head from Putre towards Lauca National Park. We will explore the rich biodiversity of the national park and head towards the beautiful Lake Chungara to see the reflection of the Parinacota volcanos. Finally, we will head back to Arica.

 

Details

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Guides available in English or Spanish.

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FAQs

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About the guide

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Mayuru

4.80

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Mayuru Tour is a family run tour operator. We offer a great variety of touristic circuits in the Chilean Altiplano (highlands).

Our programs include the most valuable places of our environment, an incredible nature, ancient cultures, observation of flora and fauna, ethno tourism, thermal baths and the development of our activities in silvestre areas.

Without doubt our aim is to make your trip an unforgettable experience, to satisfy all of your expectations and to give you an opportunity to live an incredible adventure. On top of all you will get to know the richness of our ancestral culture.

It lives within us to introduce you to the fascinating Ayamara culture, to support the local tourism, to communicate the hospitality of the Chilean highlands and to show you fascinating places which are part of the biosphere national parks, such as National Park Lauca.

The magic of a trip lies within the incredible sceneries and getting to know the local traditions, which are the characteristic services that our company offers.

Languages

English | Spanish | French | German

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What people are saying about Mayuru

Rodney

5.00

Excellent trip, guide Helmut was fantastic, excellent local knowledge, great driver


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