Top Atacama Desert Trips & Tours in May 2026

Spend your nights in San Pedro de Atacama on these 3 to 5-night luxury Chile tours with flexible itineraries that explore the best of the Atacama like the Valley of the Moon, Lasana Valley, and the El Tatio geysers.

Immerse in an all-inclusive adventure in the heart of Atacama and witness geysers, salt flats, lagoons, volcanoes, and dunes. Experience Explora's cozy lodging, including its spa and gastronomic offerings, and various excursions like a trip to the observatory to witness some of the world’s clearest skies and thermal baths in Puritama hot springs.

Explore the Atacama Desert on a 7-day trekking tour through Chile’s most iconic landscapes. Hike Valle de la Luna, Rainbow Valley, and Guatin Valley. Visit ancient petroglyphs, the village of Rio Grande, the Tatio Geysers, and the Atacama Salt Flat. See flamingos at the turquoise Miscanti and Miñiques Lagoons before returning to Calama.

Join an 8-day Explora Travesia from Atacama to Uyuni Salt Flats. Travel in a 4x4 vehicle across high plains, volcanoes, and old trade routes with expert guides. Stay in mountain lodges and a lodge near Uyuni, connecting with local communities. Hike to Tunupa Volcano, bike the salt flats, and see geysers, lagoons, and rock formations in the Altiplano.

Explore Bolivia and Chile on this 10-day adventure tour revealing an extreme geography of deserts, mountains, canyons, and lagoons. Visit Salar de Uyuni, Lake Titicaca, and the Atacama Desert while viewing breathtaking landscapes every step of the way! Starting in La Paz, Bolivia you'll journey to Tatio Geysers, the Valley of the Moon, and more.

Discover Chile's awe-inspiring geographical and natural extremes on this upgraded 13-day, multi-destination trip. From the world's driest desert to the volcanic peaks, the wild Patagonian steppe, the country's vineyards, unique activities, and exclusive boutique accommodation, this trip has everything for a deluxe scenic Chilean adventure.

Explore in 2026 with a relaxed journey through the Andes and Atacama Desert. Enjoy easy archaeological visits and stunning landscapes with minimal effort. Perfect for comfort seekers, this trip blends culture and nature in , part of . Plan for 2027 too!

See one of the clearest night skies on a half-day stargazing tour in Chile’s Atacama Desert. Travel to a quiet spot away from city lights and use 16-inch telescopes to view planets, stars, and galaxies. Learn to read the sky with the naked eye as a local guide shares science facts and stories from Atacama culture.

Start your adventure in San Pedro de Atacama by driving an hour to the ancient archaeological site of Yerbas Buenas. For an hour and a half, walk around the petroglyphs which date back approximately 10,000 years. Embark on another half-day tour of Rainbow Valley, home to colorful mineral-rich rock formations.

Experience the joy and thrill of sandboarding at Mars Valley in the beautiful Bolivian Altiplano! On a day off from the salt mines, be taken to the best sand dunes in town. Descend an incredible 400 feet (120 meters) on a sandboard. Take home unforgettable memories of this surreal landscape and its deep red color contrasted by its rich dark hue.

Immerse yourself in the restorative power of the Puritama Hotsprings on this relaxing half-day tour. Located in a rocky canyon near San Pedro de Atacama, this desert oasis features eight natural mineral pools maintained at a soothing 35°C (95°F). Connected by cascading waterfalls and lined with wooden boardwalks and lush pampas grass, the site offers changing facilities and picnic areas, creating the perfect setting to unwind and relieve muscle tension.