Lauca National Park and Chungara Lake from Arica

10 hours Private tour

Chungara Lake — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Travel from the Pacific coast to one of South America's most spectacular high-altitude landscapes. This private experience takes you through valleys, archaeological sites, traditional Andean villages, and Lauca National Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve renowned for its extraordinary biodiversity and dramatic scenery.

Surrounded by the majestic Parinacota, Pomerape, Guallatire, and Quimsachatas volcanoes, you'll visit the stunning Chungará Lake at 4,500 meters (14,764 ft) above sea level, considered one of the highest lakes in the world. Along the way, discover colonial churches, ancient fortresses, towering cactus forests, wetlands, and abundant wildlife including vicuñas, llamas, alpacas, guanacos, flamingos, and many native bird species.

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At a glance

Duration: 10 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: Tangol

Ages: Adults (10–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional local guide
Included: Snacks and refreshments
Included: Oxygen for high-altitude assistance
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off (centrally located hotels only)
Included: Box lunch

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Additional food and beverages not specified
Not included: Any item not specifically mentioned as included

Itinerary

Arica

Passing by

Pickup from centrally located hotels in Arica
Stop 2

2 hours

Travel through the fertile Lluta Valley while admiring its agricultural landscapes.
Stop 3

2 hours Admission included

Admire giant candelabra cacti and explore one of the region's most important archaeological sites.
Tambo de Zapahuira

2 hours Admission included

Stop at the historic Tambo de Zapahuira and enjoy panoramic views of the Andean town of Putre.
Parque Nacional Lauca

2 hours Admission included

Visit one of the world's highest lakes, surrounded by snow-capped volcanoes and home to flamingos, ducks, coots, and other Andean birds.
Putre

2 hours

Enjoy a short visit through Putre before returning to Arica.
Arica

Passing by

Arrival back at your hotel in the evening.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hotel Raissa
Americano Hotel Arica
Hotel Sotomayor
Hotel San Remo
Hotel Samana
Hotel Casa Beltran
Hostal Colonial
INTI Hotel
Hotel Concorde
Hotel Gavina Express
Antay Hotel & Spa

and 2 more pickup points

The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm you the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel.

Using your ticket

We suggest you to confirm the booking details with us prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.

OFFICE NUMBER: (+54 11) 3221-8400 (Mon to Sat from 9 to 18 Hs and Sundays from 10 to 19 Hs)

EMERGENCY MOBILE: (+54 911) 4991-4035 (After office hours)