Adventure · Hiking & trekking
Salt Mountain Range Night Trek
Nomades
The Salt Mountain Range Night trek is about a soft walk at sunset in the middle of the desert, under the stars
Please check with the organizer whether this activity is available in English.
Details
We’ll depart from San Pedro de Atacama and head into the Atacama Desert. At the trailhead, you’ll begin a 2–3 hour night hike through the Salt Mountain Range (Cordillera de la Sal). The landscape changes with the moon phase: under a full moon the relief glows; under a dark sky, shadows and desert silence take center stage.
The trail has ups and downs over dry, compact terrain; moderate difficulty for travelers with basic fitness. We’ll pause to stargaze with the naked eye in one of the world’s best sky-watching spots, thanks to low humidity and minimal light pollution. Back at the vehicle, you’ll enjoy a snack before returning to San Pedro de Atacama, where the tour ends.
Important notes
- Visit to the Moon Valley (Valle de la Luna) and Death Valley (Valle de la Muerte) not included.
- Pick-up and drop-off ervice does not operate from/to lodgings outside the urban area, nearby ayllus (Quitor, Yaye, Checar, Sequitor, Solor, Coyo), or Toconao.
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Where
San Pedro de Atacama
San Pedro de Atacama, Región de Antofagasta
