San Pedro de Atacama: Hidden Lagoons of Baltinache Tour Hidden Lagoons of Baltinache Morning Group Tour
ID: GYG385614-O-698147
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Discover the 7 hidden lagoons of Baltinache to see the crystal clear waters among rock and sand formations on a guided trip from San Pedro de Atacama. Swim in the lagoon to float on the salty water.
Meet your local host in the main street of San Pedro de Atacama to begin your experience. Heading towards the southeast of the desert taking the scenic route to the hidden lagoons of Baltinache. During the 1-hour drive, see all the rock and salt landscapes that make up the desert, and learn about why this area is believed to have been at the bottom of the ocean millions of years ago.
Walk to the beginning of the track where you can visit all 7 lagoons. Be stunned by the crystal clear waters of the lagoons and wonder how such a thing is possible in the middle of nowhere.
If you wish to take a dip, you are permitted to swim in the first or at the last lagoon only, for conservation purposes. Due to the amount of salt that they have in the water, experience the sensation of floating like a cork. Swim and relax in the water for up to 20-minutes.
After swimming, enjoy a shower and remove the salt from your body to return to the city. Then, enjoy the scenic ride back with the opportunity to catch the sun setting over the desert. Finally, arrive back in San Pedro de Atacama where your memorable tour concludes.
Highlights
- Take stunning pictures of the incredible desert and salt lake landscapes
- Go for a swim and experience floating in the incredible water
- Enjoy a delicious snack in the driest desert in the world
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour is subject to weather conditions
• The included pickup service is not carried out in accommodations located outside the urban area of San Pedro de Atacama.
• We do not pick up from accommodations located in ayllus close to San Pedro de Atacama (Quitor, Yaye, Checar, Sequitor, Solor and Coyo) or from accommodations in the town of Toconao.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.