Price:
CLP$ 39.000 per person.
Hidden Lagoons of Baltinache
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3+ years
If you cancel your reservation up to 24 hours before the start of the activity, we will refund you 100% of the reservation payment. No refunds will be issued on cancellation requests received after the indicated anticipation.
You can reschedule your booking without any additional cost until 24 hours before the beginning of the activiity.
Visit the hidden lagoons of Baltinache, one of the secret places of the Atacama Desert. Includes shared transportation.
Duration:
4 hours and a half
Times:
07:30 am to 01:00 pm and 02:00 pm to 07:45 pm
Duration:
4 hours and a half.
Times:
07:30 am to 01:00 pm and 02:00 pm to 07:45 pm
Included:
- Pickup at your accommodation (urban area)
- Shared transportation
- Guide (Spanish, English or Portuguese)
- Drop off at city's downtown
- Breakfast in AM tour
- Cocktail in PM tour
- Pisco sour in tour PM
Not included:
- Entrance fee to Baltinache Hidden Lagoons (until September 28: CLP$ 12.000 per adult, CLP$ 6.000 per child aged 5 to 17, and for older adult aged 65 or more; from September 29: CLP$ 6.000 per adult, CLP$ 3.000 per child aged 5 to 17, and for older adult aged 65 or more, cash payment only, the day of the tour)
Restrictions:
- Not allowed for pregnant women
- Minimum age required of 3 years old
- Entering the water with sunscreen is not allowed
- The use of microfiber swimsuits is not allowed, as they release microplastics that are harmful to the lagoon
Weather:
In case of suspension for weather conditions, we will refund 100% of your payment.
- Subject to weather conditions
Cancellation and rescheduling policy:
- If you cancel your booking up to 24 hours before the activity starts, you will receive a 100% refund of the amount paid to book. If you cancel with less notice, no refund will be issued.
What to bring:
- Comfortable clothing
- Windbreaker
- Trekking shoes
- Flip flops
- Hat to protect against the sun
Description
You’ll depart San Pedro de Atacama heading southeast on a drive of about 1 hour, watching the tones of the Atacama Desert shift along the way. The goal: the Baltinache Hidden Lagoons, a group of 7 salt lagoons linked by an easy trail.
Along the route, there are stops for viewpoints and photos, perfect to capture the contrast between the desert and the turquoise waters. Then, you will head to the Vallecito area to see the Magic Bus, a classic attraction in the Atacama Desert (from September 29 on).
After the visit, you’ll return to San Pedro de Atacama, wrapping up a must-do experience for travelers seeking nature, desert landscapes, and unforgettable photos in Atacama.
Important notes
- If you plan Baltinache + Astronomical Tour on the same day, allow ≥ 45 minutes between the end of this tour and the start of the astronomy tour; end time may vary.
- Swimming is allowed in one lagoon only, up to 15 minutes. No sunscreen or oils when entering (environmental care).
- From September 29 until further notice, swimming is prohibited in the Baltinache Lagoons.
You can choose between the following options:
Group tour
- Adult: CLP$ 39.000 per person.
- Child (age 3 to 12: CLP$ 31.000 per person
Private tour
- 1 person: CLP$ 250.000.
- Group of 2 people: CLP$ 125.000 per person.
- Group of 3 people: CLP$ 83.000 per person.
- Group of 4 people: CLP$ 63.000 per person.
- Group of 5 people: CLP$ 68.000 per person.
- Group of 6 people: CLP$ 56.000 per person.
- Group of 7 people: CLP$ 71.000 per person.
- Group of 8 people: CLP$ 63.000 per person.
- Group of 9 people: CLP$ 56.000 per person.
- Group of 10 people: CLP$ 50.000 per person.
Pickup Area
The pickup service is available for accommodations located within the area marked in blue. If your accommodation is outside this area, you will be assigned one of the following meeting points, marked with a yellow star:
- Plazoleta La Apacheta.
- Domingo Atienza & Gustavo Le Paige Intersection.
- San Pedro de Atacama Bus Terminal.
- Séquitor Roundabout.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The maximum altitude reached is similar to the one in San Pedro de Atacama (2450 m), so you do not need a previous acclimation.
This excursion can be made every day of the year, except for January 1 and December 25.
Swimming is only permitted in one of the seven Baltinache Lagoons, and only until September 28, 2026. From September 29, 2026 onward, swimming will be prohibited until further notice.
Both tours visit lagoons in the Atacama Salt Flat where you can float thanks to the high salt concentration, but they take place in different areas. The Cejar Lagoon tour includes Cejar and Piedra lagoons, with swimming allowed only in Piedra Lagoon. It also offers better facilities, such as showers, making it a more comfortable experience. In contrast, the Baltinache Hidden Lagoons tour visits a group of seven lagoons with an intense turquoise color, where only one is open for swimming. Facilities are more limited, offering a more rustic experience. Both tours are complementary. If you prefer to do just one, choose Cejar if you’re looking for more comfort, or Baltinache if you prefer a more unique and photogenic landscape.
The vehicle will depend on the size of the group, having a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (or similar) for 12 to 18 people.
- It is possible that the tour takes maximum 1 hour more than what was planned originally, due to road conditions and/or the rhythm of the group. It is a tough road that could cause a malfunction in the vehicle, but we are prepared to give solutions as fast as possible.
- To book Hidden Lagoons of Baltinache, you must choose the date and follow the steps on the website. You can add more tours to your cart before confirming your booking.
- We accept bookings up to 1 days in advance, subject to availability. Therefore, we recommend booking as early as possible to secure your spot.
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CLP$39.000