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In the heart of Atacama, the majestic Andes Mountains rise, hosting the largest number of peaks exceeding 6,000 meters in Chile. This privileged corner is home to some of the southernmost high-Andean ecosystems in the world, offering a paradise of biodiversity and breathtaking landscapes.Throughout this journey, we will witness spectacular views of the Andean mountain range, with local wildlife including foxes, vicuñas, and flamingos, and unique flora such as cortaderas, wetlands, and resilient paja brava grass.We will visit the ruins of the old mining town of Puquios, a historical landmark revealing traces of the region's golden mining era. Moving forward, we will explore the Salar de Maricunga, a vast white plain surrounded by towering mountains.The journey will continue to the Salto del Río Lamas, followed by panoramic views of the Ojos del Salado Volcano, the highest active volcano in the world. Finally, we will arrive at Laguna Verde, where you'll enjoy a breathtaking natural setting and have the opportunity to relax in its open-air thermal baths.This experience combines adventure, history, biodiversity, and relaxation amidst unparalleled Andean landscapes.

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Qué hacer en Copiapó

We will begin the experience with pickup from your home or hotel in Copiapó.

Inicio – Pickup in Copiapó

We will explore the ruins of the old mining town of Puquios, a historical vestige of the golden age of mining.

Visit to the Puquios Mining Town

Tour through the Maricunga Salt Flat, a vast saline plain surrounded by mountains.

Exploration of the Maricunga Salt Flat

We will visit the Lamas River Waterfall, an impressive cascade in a mountainous environment.

Lamas River Waterfall

We will admire panoramic views of the Ojos del Salado Volcano, the highest active volcano in the world.

Views of the Ojos del Salado Volcano

We will arrive at Laguna Verde, where you will enjoy an unparalleled landscape and have the option to relax in its outdoor natural hot springs.

Laguna Verde and Natural Hot Springs

We will end the experience with the transfer back to Copiapó.

Return to your accommodation in Copiapó

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Explore Laguna Verde, the Maricunga Salt Flat, the ruins of Puquios, the Lamas River waterfall, and natural hot springs with views of the Ojos del Salado volcano.

Laguna Verde and Salar de Maricunga – Tour | Activities | Chiletur

Explore the Route of the Six Thousand, home to Chile's highest peaks, with unique landscapes, high Andean biodiversity, and stops at iconic sites such as the Salar de Maricunga, the Salto del Río Lamas, the Ojos del Salado Volcano, and the picturesque Laguna Verde with its open-air thermal baths.

Explore the Route of the Six Thousand: Peaks, Lagoons, and Hot Springs of Atacama

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$110.000 CLP

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