Explora Atacama The Atacama Desert

• Guided Adventures: Explora offers over 40 unique explorations, such as trekking through lunar-like valleys, mountain biking to remote lagoons, and horse riding across salt flats.
• Stargazing: Witness the clearest night skies in the world at Explora’s private observatory, featuring high-powered telescopes and guidance from skilled astronomers, offering an unforgettable view of the Milky Way.
• Sustainability Focus: The lodge integrates eco-conscious design, using locally sourced materials and renewable energy to minimise its environmental impact while protecting the desert ecosystem.
• Luxurious Accommodations: Stay in beautifully appointed rooms and suites with minimalist design that enhances the natural beauty of the desert. All rooms offer serene spaces, private terraces, and views of the Andes or Licancabur Volcano.
• Cultural Experiences: Participate in immersive cultural excursions, including visits to pre-Columbian archaeological sites, traditional villages, and ancient petroglyphs.
• All-Inclusive Dining: Savour gourmet cuisine with locally sourced ingredients, blending traditional Chilean flavours with modern culinary techniques. Meals are paired with fine Chilean wines, allowing guests to enjoy a refined yet relaxed dining experience.

Excursions

Explora Atacama offers a wide range of excursions designed to immerse guests in the breath taking landscapes and rich culture of the Atacama Desert. Here are some of the highlights:

• Hiking Through Diverse Terrains: Explore the striking desert landscapes, from the lunar-like Valle de la Luna to the vast salt flats, with guided hikes that cater to all experience levels.
• Mountain Biking: Ride along rugged trails through canyons, dunes, and remote paths, experiencing the desert’s unique beauty from an exhilarating new perspective.
• Horse Riding Expeditions: Journey by horse across ancient indigenous trails, connecting with the desert’s history while taking in stunning views of vast plains and hidden oases.
• Geysers and High-Altitude Lagoons: Witness the dramatic El Tatio Geysers at sunrise and explore high-altitude lagoons, home to vibrant wildlife like flamingos, against the backdrop of towering Andean peaks.
• Cultural and Archaeological Tours: Visit ancient ruins, petroglyphs, and traditional villages, learning about the Atacameño culture and the region’s rich archaeological history from expert guides.
• Stargazing Tours: Experience the Atacama’s famously clear skies with guided stargazing sessions, using powerful telescopes to discover distant planets, galaxies, and constellations.