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Take the wheel for five days across the driest desert on Earth. This self-drive itinerary from Calama to San Pedro mixes lunar valleys, salt flats, hot springs and pre‑Andean lagoons with hotel stays and GPS-equipped vehicles.
Take the wheel for five days across the driest desert on Earth. This self-drive itinerary from Calama to San Pedro mixes lunar valleys, salt flats, hot springs and pre‑Andean lagoons with hotel stays and GPS-equipped vehicles.
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Operated by Signature Tours · San Pedro de Atacama, Antofagasta Region
Dawn breaks over a horizon of rust and salt; your rental SUV sits ready at Calama for the first stretch of road toward San Pedro de Atacama. The desert pushes and cools around you—daylight daring you forward while nights pull temperature down with high-altitude certainty. On this five-day self-drive you alternate between short paved sections and long gravel stretches, moving from lunar valleys to high-altitude lagoons.
moderate.
5 days.
Suitable for travelers in good general health; must handle prolonged sitting and periodic short walks at altitude.
No—Chile accepts valid national driver’s licenses; ensure the license is current and carry your passport.
A 4x2 SUV (Nissan X-Trail class) is provided and adequate for the outlined itinerary, but avoid unmarked tracks and request local advice before high‑elevation off‑road detours.
Symptoms can occur above ~3,000–4,000 m; ascend gradually, hydrate, avoid alcohol, and descend if symptoms worsen; consult a doctor if concerned.
This booking is non‑refundable (all sales final). Confirm travel plans and insurance before purchase.
The Atacameño (Likan Antai) people have inhabited these high valleys for millennia, managing water and salt resources long before modern roads.
Water is scarce and wetland islands are ecologically sensitive—drive only on established roads, keep distance from flamingo colonies, and pack out all waste.
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