Puritama River Gorge Hiking Tour

On this hiking route along the Puritama River, participants will explore the waters with curative properties and have the opportunity to bathe in natural pools.

Puritama River Gorge Hiking Tour

At the specified time, we will meet at unit 2, 429B Tocopilla Street in San Pedro de Atacama to travel towards the valley of the Puritama River. The journey will cover 45 kilometers (27 miles) by bus to reach the hiking start point.

The riverbed features numerous waterfalls and natural pools, with some exhibiting hydrothermal properties. Erosion has created high canyon walls along the river basin.

Participants will hike along the Puritama River gorge for half an hour, following the Atacameño people, who have utilized the river's therapeutic waters for centuries. During this hike, there will be opportunities to observe the local flora and fauna of the Chilean altiplano.

At the end of the route, a thermal pool with crystalline waters will provide two hours for relaxation and bathing. Following this, the bus will return participants to San Pedro de Atacama, arriving at the central square four hours after departure.