Explora Atacama
Overview
The adobe town of San Pedro is tucked into the Atacama Desert, which stretches between the northern Chile’s Pacific coast and the steep slopes of the Andean mountain range. In these harsh conditions, Explora Atacama has carved out a lodge that expertly blends authentic travel experiences with peace and relaxation.
Life at Hotel Explora Atacama
The rustic beauty of Explora Atacama echoes the dramatic desert landscapes of the area, which are covered with sand dunes, geysers, hot springs, and volcanoes. Ideally placed to help you experience all the region has to offer, hotel Explora Atacama is the ideal home base for your stay in Chile. Upscale amenities, including jetted bathtubs, bathrobes, and local infusions, turn each of the 50 rooms divided over three room categories into private respites of calm.
The hotel, which is situated on 42 acres made up of 20 indigenous parcels, has preserved many of the ancient pathways and buildings developed by the local Aymara people. The spa, which houses steam baths, outdoor hot tubs, and a sauna, invites you to unwind between explorations. For even more relaxation, take a dip into one of the four secluded warm-water pools. At mealtimes, sit down to gastronomic creations of fresh, local ingredients accompanied by Chilean and Peruvian wines.
Excursions from Hotel Explora Atacama
While staying at Explora Atacama, you will engage in a bespoke itinerary of activities that you will select with the help of a certified, trusted guide. Best of all, there is no need to plan too far in advance or overcommit. Each evening you will select activities for the next day, keeping in mind your newfound interests and desired activity level.
Explora Atacama offers a wide range of excursions, including hiking, biking, horseback riding, and mountain ascents. There is always something new to see with five different altitude zones to explore, including the salt flat basin, the intermediate ravine zone, and the mountain zone. Saddle up for a horseback ride through the sand dunes and across the San Pedro River with the Andes Mountain Range in view. For a more physically demanding experience, take a van ride to the Tatio Geysers before hiking along a creek to the warm water of the Blanco River.
The observatory at Explora Atacama
The landscapes surrounding San Pedro de Atacama may be dramatic, but the most striking scenes aren’t visible until darkness settles over the area. Chile offers some of the best star-gazing on the planet, thanks to clear skies, low precipitation, and near-zero light pollution. The domed observatory at Explora Atacama is home to an advanced Meade 16” f/10 LX200R Advanced RD telescope with a primary mirror measuring 40 centimeters in diameter. The facility is one of the best private observatories in Chile and allows guests to see the wonders of the night sky in a whole new way.
Families, who will appreciate the interconnecting rooms and available cribs, and solo travelers alike will find much to love in the arid landscapes of Chile. With Explora Atacama as a springboard for your journeys, the unique region is yours to explore.
Itineraries & Prices
All itineraries are subject to change due to seasonal weather conditions (and resultant variations in river and tributary water levels) affecting accessibility to locations. Thus navigation routes, times and excursions may need to be modified at the cruise captain’s or your guide's discretion.
Accommodations
Social Areas
Suites & Cabins
Tulur Room
There are 19 Tulur rooms, 8 of them are interconnected rooms, ideal for families, providing views to the hotel's grounds. Designed to take full advantage of the silence, privacy, and spaciousness of the surrounding landscape, ensuring deep rest after a long day of exploration.
Each Tulur Room includes one king sized bed or two twin beds, toiletries, an (optional) extra bed for children, bathrobes, slippers, safe deposit box, jetted bathtub, heating hairdryer, complimentary wake up calls, and tasty local infusions. Interconnecting rooms available for families, subject to availability at the time of booking.
Yali Room
There are 27 Yali rooms in total providing views of the desert landscape. Designed to take full advantage of the silence, privacy, and spaciousness of the surrounding landscape, ensuring deep rest after a long day of exploration.
Each Yali Room includes one king sized bed or two twin beds, toiletries, an (optional) extra bed for children, bathrobes, slippers, safe deposit box, jetted bathtub, heating hairdryer, complimentary wake up calls, and tasty local infusions. Interconnecting rooms available for families, subject to availability at the time of booking.
Catur Suite
The 4 luxurious Catur Suites have balconies and views of the countryside. Designed to take full advantage of the silence, privacy, and spaciousness of the surrounding landscape, ensuring deep rest after a long day of exploration.
Each Catur Suite includes one king sized bed, toiletries, an (optional) extra bed for children, bathrobes, slippers, safe deposit box, jetted bathtub, heating hairdryer, complimentary wake up calls, and tasty local infusions. Interconnecting rooms available for families, subject to availability at the time of booking.
Technical Information
Property Layout
Features
- Connecting cabins
- Pool / Jacuzzi
- Massage room
- Lecture room
- Wheelchair access
- Spa
- Onsite tour desk
- Souvenir shop
- Hot showers
- All inclusive
- Heating
- Family Room (Triple or Quadruple)
- Charging areas for electronic equipment
Equipment
- Satellite phone
- Flash lights
- Water canteen/bottle
- Binoculars
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