San Pedro de Atacama with Trekana Experience

Traveling with Sense is more than just touring places…

…it means to connect with the environment, create profound ties with the place, its people and their culture, observe attentively and with respect, without leaving traces, in a Sustainable, Conscious way and with Local Identity. We invite you to explore this place in a more conscious and enjoyable way, because we want you to have an unforgettable experience, creating a real connection with the place, at times without congestion, and sharing valuable moments with other people and the local communities.

 

sustainability moves us

Generating social and environmental value

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We visit nature with respect and without leaving traces

We work following the principles of the NOLS program “Leave no trace”.

San Pedro de Atacama, Inicio Trekana Experience, Trekana

We respect the local communities

We value their worldview and way of living. That´s why we integrate the experience of cultural and community tourism in each of our excursions.

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We use local products

Where possible we use local products to support the local economy and the artisans of the region.

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We avoid overburdening the places we visit

We don´t want to overburden fragile ecosystems. That´s why our excursions are designed differently and at different times, assuring the least possible impact.

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Conscious and specialized guides

Our guides are professionals with many years of experience, passionate about providing the best service, with profound knowledge of the region and connected to the local communities.

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Tourism professionals

Our experiences and programs are designed by tourism professionals with years of experience in the management of sustainable and community tourism.

We invite you to make a more conscious visit and definitely more pleasant for you. So that you have an unforgettable experience, of real connection with the place, in times of less congestion and sharing with people and local communities

Trekana Customer

…it means to connect with the environment, create profound ties with the place, its people and their culture, observe attentively and with respect, without leaving traces, in a Sustainable, Conscious way and with Local Identity. We invite you to explore this place in a more conscious and enjoyable way, because we want you to have an unforgettable experience, creating a real connection with the place, at times without congestion, and sharing valuable moments with other people and the local communities.

Trekana customer

…it means to connect with the environment, create profound ties with the place, its people and their culture, observe attentively and with respect, without leaving traces, in a Sustainable, Conscious way and with Local Identity. We invite you to explore this place in a more conscious and enjoyable way, because we want you to have an unforgettable experience, creating a real connection with the place, at times without congestion, and sharing valuable moments with other people and the local communities.

Imperative Experience

We offer excursions in private and semi-private service.

Petroglifos de Río Salado, Piedra de la Coca

Con una agradable caminata y una visita al río Salado observaremos las hermosas formaciones de la cordillera de la sal,
2500 m.a.s.l.
low

Salt Mountain Range, Little Moon Valley

We will head west of San Pedro, to enter the plain of patience which is bordered by the Cordillera de
2500 m.a.s.l.
low

Ruta De Los Salares: Humedal De Quepiaco, Monjes De La Pacana, Salar De Quisquiro (Box Lunch En Ruta)

Nos dirigiremos al este de San Pedro de Atacama, hacia la cordillera de los Andes, para poder disfrutar una hermosa
4500 m.a.s.l.
medium (altitude)

Hike Guatin Cactus

We will take the same route that leads us to the Tatio Geysers to begin our journey to the Guatin
3200 m.a.s.l.
medium (altitude)

El Tatio Geysers, Machuca, Putana Wetlands, White Geyser.

Beneath the watchful volcanoes of the altiplano (highlands), the earth brings us a stunning spectacle from its interior, where water,
4300 m.a.s.l.
medium (altitude)

Stars & Fire: Traditional scientific and Andean astronomy tour.

An infinite number of stars will shelter us in the desert night. We will be able to observe and understand
2400 m.a.s.l.
low

Indigenous Experience

In an Indigenous Experience you will immerse yourself in a genuine experience that takes you to a deeper understanding of
2400 – 3500 m.a.s.l.
low

Hidden Lagoons of Baltinache

Why not take a bath in a crystal clear salt lagoon? Float around feeling weightless, enjoying the desert solitude.
2500 m.a.s.l.
low

Thermal Baths of Puritama

Take a relaxing bath in these 8 natural thermal pools of fresh water with a pleasant temperature around 33 °
3500 m.a.s.l
low

Highland Lagoons & Wool Manufacturing Process of Socaire.

We visit other villages of the region where many parts of the traditional life are still preserved. We go up
4200 m.a.s.l.
medium (altitude)

Moon Valley, Ayllus, Atacameñan Tasting

We experience a captivating landscape at sunrise, wander through the alleyways of two Ayllus and learn more about the village
2500 m.a.s.l.
low

Atacama Salt Flat - Chaxa Lagoon (Flamingos), Kezala Canyon (petroglyphs).

During the evening we will ascend about 1.000 meters until we reach the village of Talabre. There we will walk
3200 m.a.s.l.
low

El Tatio Geysers, Machuca, Putana Wetlands, White Geyser.

Beneath the watchful volcanoes of the altiplano (highlands), the earth brings us a stunning spectacle from its interior, where water,
4300 m.a.s.l.
medium (altitude)

Rainbow Valley, Río Grande, Sunset in Salt Mountain Range.

Con sus casas y callejones pintorescos, su cultura viva y su agricultura tradicional, la visita al pueblo de Río Grande
3200 m.a.s.l.
low

Stars & Fire: Traditional scientific and Andean astronomy tour.

An infinite number of stars will shelter us in the desert night. We will be able to observe and understand
2400 m.a.s.l.
low

Indigenous Experience

In an Indigenous Experience you will immerse yourself in a genuine experience that takes you to a deeper understanding of
2400 – 3500 m.a.s.l.
low

Thermal Baths of Puritama

Take a relaxing bath in these 8 natural thermal pools of fresh water with a pleasant temperature around 33 °
3500 m.a.s.l
low

Cejar Lagoon, Tebinquinche Lagoon & Ojos del Salar

Numerous outstanding experiences await you on this excursion to the lagoons of the northern part of the Atacama Salt Flat:
2500 m.a.s.l.
Low

Check our Programs

We offer several programs adapted to your time of stay and special interests, which include the most outstanding experiences. Choose yours!

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PROGRAMA

Classic Experience.

Enjoy 3 days in San Pedro de Atacama with the most sought-after outings and the most outstanding landscapes – all
2400 – 4300 m.a.s.l.
medium (altitude)
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PROGRAMA

Trekana Experience.

Enjoy 4 days with this great experience that includes San Pedro de Atacama´s most popular outings to the spectacular landscapes,
2400 – 4300 m.a.s.l.
medium (altitude)

Traditions and Local customs

We leave here the calendar of traditional festivities in San Pedro and surroundings. So you have the option to match the date of your trip with these events.

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San Pedro de Atacama, Inicio Trekana Experience, Trekana

General precautions

When traveling in the area it is necessary to pay special attention to the climatic characteristics.

San Pedro de Atacama, Inicio Trekana Experience, Trekana
San Pedro de Atacama, Inicio Trekana Experience, Trekana
San Pedro de Atacama, Inicio Trekana Experience, Trekana
San Pedro de Atacama, Inicio Trekana Experience, Trekana
San Pedro de Atacama, Inicio Trekana Experience, Trekana
San Pedro de Atacama, Inicio Trekana Experience, Trekana

Protect yourself from the sun wearing a hat and dark sunglasses.

Use sunscreen.

Drink lots of water and always always take some additional water with you

Take warm clothes with you if your journey includes hours around or after sunset, or places over 3.000 meters.

Avoid dryness in your skin and lips.

Wear comfortable shoes

Customer Testimonials

  • San Pedro de Atacama, Inicio Trekana Experience, Trekana

    Sebastian was the perfect guide Had a wonderful tour of the geysers with Sebastian. He is one of the best tour guides we’ve had! ... leer más

    ebethv81
    28/03/2020
    San Pedro de Atacama, Inicio Trekana Experience, Trekana

    Terrific guides My husband and I did 4 different tours with Trekana while in the Atacama and enjoyed each one. Certainly... leer más

    wistfuldays
    17/03/2020
    San Pedro de Atacama, Inicio Trekana Experience, Trekana

    We couldn't have had better tours After our 5 nights in San Pedro de Atacama we were so glad our travel company had chosen Trekana. ... leer más

    Great_Western
    07/03/2020
  • San Pedro de Atacama, Inicio Trekana Experience, Trekana

    Excellent trip and guide We were picked up promptly by Sebastian from our hotel. The vehicle was clean and comfortable and water was waiting... leer más

    jill_shield
    04/02/2020
    San Pedro de Atacama, Inicio Trekana Experience, Trekana

    San Pedro de Atacama multiple tours with Trekana Experience Dear Trekana,

    I wish to express my sincere thank you for providing outstanding guides for our 3 tours with you. We...
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    janrA9779UK
    31/01/2020
    San Pedro de Atacama, Inicio Trekana Experience, Trekana

    Highly knowledgeable and friendly guides. We did the Geysers on one day and the Altiplanic Lagoons on another and both tours were excellent. We loved... leer más

    Penelope640
    27/01/2020

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