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Atacama on a map, where is the desert?

The Atacama Desert comprises a big portion of Northern Chile. It borders Southern Peru and Bolivia but also Northern Argentina and the South Pacific Ocean. It covers 995 miles of stony soil, sun, and salt flats. 

Atacama desert temperature

Temperatures can drop up to -13 F at night and rise up to 122 F during the day. The average temperature during the day is 95F. A meaningful rain can happen every 15 or 40 years. Thus, UV radiation is high (sunscreen and sunglasses are a must!).

How can I reach the Atacama Desert?

The nearest airport is Calama in Chile. From here you can take land transportation to San Pedro de Atacama at the gateway of the desert. The trip lasts 1h 30 min.

Can I book an accommodation in San Pedro de Atacama?

Yes, though this is a small village there are many options. No worries on that!

How many feet above sea level is San Pedro de Atacama?

Around 7900 feet.

Can I book a tour to go stargazing in San Pedro?

Yes! Astronomy tours are a common thing in Atacama. It is really easy to book them and you don’t have to travel far from the town. 

Can I visit Atacama and Uyuni on the same trip?

Yes. In  6 days you can visit the highlights of both destinations.

What is the Uyuni salt flat tour?

It is a 3-day expedition in a 4WD vehicle through different Bolivian landscapes like desert, high plains, lagoons and national parks. Many of these are actually surrounding the great salt flats which you will visit on the last day. So the Uyuni salt flat is the excursion to the white salt desert but also the discovery of the neighboring natural highlights. 

 

Where are the Uyuni salt flats located?

Uyuni Bolivia salt flats are located south of the country amidst the Andes mountains and 11975.07 feet above sea level.

 

Where can I stay during the Uyuni salt flat tour?

As this is one of the most remote places on Earth, accommodations don’t abound. During the Uyuni Bolivia salt flats tour you will usually stay in basic refuges and occasionally enjoy 1 night in a hotel (the Hotel de Sal, included on our tour). 

 

What is the weather like during the Uyuni Salt Flats tour?

Windy and rather cold. Temperatures can drop up to 26.6 F and rise to 70 F.

Which is the nearest city to the salt flats?

The nearest city is Uyuni located at the age of the salt flats. Near the city you will discover the Train Cemetery included in the Uyuni salt flats tour.

Atacama on a map, where is the desert?

The Atacama Desert comprises a big portion of Northern Chile. It borders Southern Peru and Bolivia but also Northern Argentina and the South Pacific Ocean. It covers 995 miles of stony soil, sun, and salt flats. 

How can I reach the Atacama Desert?

The nearest airport is Calama in Chile. From here you can take land transportation to San Pedro de Atacama at the gateway of the desert. The trip lasts 1h 30 min.

How many feet above sea level is San Pedro de Atacama?

Around 7900 feet.

Can I visit Atacama and Uyuni on the same trip?

Yes. In  6 days you can visit the highlights of both destinations.

Where are the Uyuni salt flats located?

Uyuni Bolivia salt flats are located south of the country amidst the Andes mountains and 11975.07 feet above sea level.

 

What is the weather like during the Uyuni Salt Flats tour?

Windy and rather cold. Temperatures can drop up to 26.6 F and rise to 70 F.

Atacama desert temperature

Temperatures can drop up to -13 F at night and rise up to 122 F during the day. The average temperature during the day is 95F. A meaningful rain can happen every 15 or 40 years. Thus, UV radiation is high (sunscreen and sunglasses are a must!).

Can I book an accommodation in San Pedro de Atacama?

Yes, though this is a small village there are many options. No worries on that!

Can I book a tour to go stargazing in San Pedro?

Yes! Astronomy tours are a common thing in Atacama. It is really easy to book them and you don’t have to travel far from the town. 

What is the Uyuni salt flat tour?

It is a 3-day expedition in a 4WD vehicle through different Bolivian landscapes like desert, high plains, lagoons and national parks. Many of these are actually surrounding the great salt flats which you will visit on the last day. So the Uyuni salt flat is the excursion to the white salt desert but also the discovery of the neighboring natural highlights. 

 

Where can I stay during the Uyuni salt flat tour?

As this is one of the most remote places on Earth, accommodations don’t abound. During the Uyuni Bolivia salt flats tour you will usually stay in basic refuges and occasionally enjoy 1 night in a hotel (the Hotel de Sal, included on our tour). 

 

Which is the nearest city to the salt flats?

The nearest city is Uyuni located at the age of the salt flats. Near the city you will discover the Train Cemetery included in the Uyuni salt flats tour.

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