San Pedro de Atacama

Travel Guide
San Pedro de Atacama as well as a small group of people
View some of the most fascinating natural elements you will ever see in this salty desert landscape reminiscent of a sci-fi film.

San Pedro de Atacama is a small town in the centre of one of the world’s most spectacular geological landscapes. In the arid Atacama Desert, where rain has not touched much of the terrain for centuries, find all sorts of otherworldly features, from gurgling geysers and hot springs to moon-like valleys and salty lagoons full of flamingos. 

Make the town a stopping point on the way to the National Flamingo Reserve. Here, find the remarkable Chaxa Lagoon and take photographs of flamingos and other colourful birds around the salty water. 

Take a short trip to a terrain that looks like the harsh environment of space at the Valle de la Luna. Hike through its eerie lands full of natural statues, caves and white dry lakes. For a more colourful walk with fewer crowds, head to the Arco Iris Valley, which takes its name from the Spanish for “rainbow.”

Perhaps the most memorable experience is at sunrise in El Tatio Geyser Field, where jets of steam rise from volcanic openings in the crust. Enjoy a hot bath in a spring with a dreamlike backdrop of volcanoes forming a ring around the field. 

Learn about humankind’s presence in the region at the elegant San Pedro Church and the Petroglifos de Hierbas Buenas. See the artistic imprints from Atacameño people.

The climate varies with the elevation of the attractions around the town, although the weather is always extremely dry. Prepare for mild altitude sickness, as the town rests at 7,900 feet (2,400 metres) above sea level.

This area is in northeastern Chile near the borders with Bolivia and Argentina. Fly to the small airport of Calama from Santiago, Antofagasta or Iquique. The airport is about 1 hour west of the town by bus. Many buses also travel here from cities across Argentina and Chile.

Viewing the sights of San Pedro de Atacama is like seeing the world through a kaleidoscope.

Diego de Almagro San Pedro de Atacama
Diego de Almagro San Pedro de Atacama
3 out of 5
Toconao 460, San Pedro de Atacama, Antofagasta
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$172 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
S$172
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Pedro de Atacama. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8/10 Very Good! (232 reviews)
"Can’t make my mind up about this hotel. There is a great pool - definitely nice to enjoy after early starts on various tours. Staff were super friendly and helpful too. However facilities in the room were quite basic. Having a fridge was a bonus however there was no safe in the room which is pretty ..."

Reviewed on 31 Oct,2024

Diego de Almagro San Pedro de Atacama
Hotel La Casa de Don Tomas
Hotel La Casa de Don Tomas
3 out of 5
Calle Tocopilla Sitio 18, San Pedro de Atacama
The price is S$249 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
S$249
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Pedro de Atacama. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (251 reviews)
"It was a beautiful property and walking distance to the Main Street"

Reviewed on 23 Oct,2024

Hotel La Casa de Don Tomas
Our Habitas Atacama
Our Habitas Atacama
4 out of 5
Domingo Atienza 282, San Pedro de Atacama, Antofagasta
The price is S$347 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
S$347
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in San Pedro de Atacama. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (250 reviews)
"Hotel muito confortável, comida refinada (vale a pena a meia-pensão), funcionários atenciosos e ambientes muito agradáveis. Tivemos uma observação e palestra noturna gratuita sobre astros muito interessante no hotel."

Reviewed on 19 Sep,2024

Our Habitas Atacama
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lodge Ancar Atacama
Lodge Ancar Atacama
3.5 out of 5
Pasaje Lasana 654 - Ayllu Conde Duque, Sector Punta De Diamante, San Pedro de Atacama, Antofagasta
Stay at this 3.5-star cabin in San Pedro de Atacama. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Inca House and Plaza de San ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
Highly Recommend This Property
"Andres was extremely helpful and an amazing host. He was available for any and all things."

Reviewed on 6 Jan,2024

Lodge Ancar Atacama
casa turis
casa turis
3 out of 5
50 Laguna Lejia, San Pedro de Atacama, Antofagasta Region
Stay at this 3-star vacation home in San Pedro de Atacama. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Popular attractions Inca House and Plaza de San Pedro de Atacama ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
Best for budget
"If you have a car, you cannot get it cheaper for the quality in San Pedro, which is notoriously expensive for the mediocre quality of accommodations. It is quiet, spacious and clean, abd has a reasonably well equipped kitchen. The two rooms, bathroom, and kitchen all lead outside to rhe porch, which ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug,2024

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Cabañas Doña Juanita
Cabañas Doña Juanita
3 out of 5
469 Calama, San Pedro de Atacama, Región de Antofagasta
Stay at this 3-star cabin in San Pedro de Atacama. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions San Pedro Church ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
舒适安静家的感觉
"往返玻利维亚在圣佩德罗驻留,都住在小屋,舒适安静像家一样。"

Reviewed on 20 Dec,2019

Cabañas Doña Juanita
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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