Hiking and Rappelling in Salto del Chintaguay

The gorges of the Atacama Desert are a notable attraction. This tour focuses on the Salto del Chintaguay gorge, featuring an engaging rappelling activity.

Hiking and Rappelling in Salto del Chintaguay

You will be picked up at your chosen time from your hotel in Pica and taken in a 4x4 vehicle to the Salto del Chintaguay. This gorge, located in the Tamarugal Pampa within the Atacama Desert, offers captivating scenery.

Initially, the 4x4 will take you to a hilltop for panoramic views of the Atacama Desert. Afterward, you will embark on a medium-difficulty trekking route through the Salto del Chintaguay gorge, covering approximately 2 kilometers (1.25 miles).

The route includes an ascent of 70 meters (230 feet) to a viewpoint with scenic views. During this break, there will be a snack comprised of an energy bar, chocolate, nuts, and fruit, with options for tea or coffee.

Post-snack, the trek continues along the gorge's edge, featuring several pre-Columbian pictograms. After completing the hike, you will return to the starting point and then travel back to your hotel in Pica, arriving four hours after pickup.

Add a Rappelling Experience

You can enhance your experience by booking the option for rappelling in Salto del Chintaguay. This includes the hiking route followed by a 7-meter (23 feet) rappel.

A brief walk along the ravine leads to another rappel of 5 meters (16.5 feet). The tour concludes with viewing the pre-Columbian pictographs before returning to your hotel in Pica, arriving five hours after pickup.