Our history

We operate from the desert we love

We dreamed of living in a place like San Pedro de Atacama, and today we share it with the world. We believe there is no better way to reconnect than to lose yourself among salt flats, lagoons and sunrises amid geysers. We are a local agency registered with Sernatur, recognized with the Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice award three years in a row (2022, 2023 and 2024).

How Atacama Tours began

How it all began Atacama Tours

Atacama Tours was founded by a couple who came to San Pedro de Atacama and fell in love with the desert. What began as a personal dream became a project: to create a local agency offering authentic experiences, with guides who know the land and a personal touch for every traveler who arrives.

Today we accompany travelers from all over the world on private tours through the desert, with our own guides, private transportation and the flexibility to adapt to every story. Because San Pedro de Atacama deserves to be discovered at an unhurried pace, with respect for the environment and for local communities.

Operational Excellence

WHY CHOOSE ATACAMA TOURS

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We are locals in the desert

We operate from San Pedro de Atacama, not from a remote office. We know the routes, the seasons, the weather and the details you only learn by living here.

Recognized three years in a row

An agency registered with Sernatur, recognized with the Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice award in 2022, 2023 and 2024, and part of Marca Chile.

We operate with judgment, not volume

Every itinerary is planned with altitude, physical effort and schedule compatibility in mind. We'd rather run a few tours well than many rushed ones.

Frequently Asked Questions about Atacama Tours

1

How do you select the tours you offer?

Every tour is designed to showcase the best of the desert. We prioritize safe, educational and memorable routes, always with a focus on respecting the environment and local communities.

2

Who are the founders of Atacama Tours?

We are a couple who came to San Pedro de Atacama and fell in love with the desert. We decided to stay and create a local agency to share with other travelers what we ourselves came looking for: silence, clear skies and a real connection with the landscape.

3

What kind of tours do you offer?

All our tours are private, starting from 2 people. Tours through valleys, salt flats, geysers and unique astronomical experiences like The Roofless. Every itinerary is tailored to the group's pace and interests.

4

What sets your guides apart?

Our guides are certified and have extensive experience in the area. Beyond leading the tour, they share the history, geography and culture of the desert, making every tour educational, entertaining and respectful of the environment.