Rainbow Valley Day Trip from San Pedro de Atacama

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Mariana Gabriela

Explore one of the most breathtaking places in Chile on our Rainbow Valley Day Trip from San Pedro de Atacama. We'll admire the strikingly colourful mountains and see prehistoric engravings on the rocks.

Details

Duration

4 hours 30 minutes.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

Included

Hotel pickup and city centre drop–off
Bus transport
English–speaking guide
Breakfast

Not included

Entrance ticket to Rainbow Valley: 5000CLP per person
Entrance ticket to the archaeological site Yerbas Buenas: 5000CLP per person

When to book

You can book up to 1 day in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Minimum age

Not permitted for anyone under 7 years

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Reviews of our customers

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Exceptional 1,075 Travelers·42 reviews

May 12, 2026
Mariana Gabriela
Cdmx, Mexico
Excellent service and enthusiasm
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April 23, 2026
Anônimo
Niterói, Brazil
Erick the guide was fantastic. Great tour.
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November 14, 2025
Ricardo Guerrero Casarramona
Bcn, Spain
Excellent communication and professionalism from the guide and driver. Beautiful scenery.
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November 8, 2025
Nuria Rocabayera Ramirez
Barcelona, Spain
Very cultural and carried out with great professionalism
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October 31, 2025
Eduardo
Vilanova I La Geltru, Spain
Excellent guide, very beautiful and highly recommended excursion. Everything was well organized. The site is truly spectacular, and a good guide makes...
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June 20, 2024
Mayra Urteaga
United States
Clau was a very good guide, he taught us a lot about the rainbow valley and the petroglyphs of Yerba Buena. The only thing I didn't like is that the t...
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July 11, 2025
Anónimo
Montevideo, Uruguay
The tour was very nice and the guide Claudio gave a very complete explanation of the places we visited.
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December 3, 2024
Ana Teigell
Madrid, Spain
Very interesting excursion where they explain the petroglyphs very well and where the colors of the valley are impressive. The driver is a sweetheart,...
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September 29, 2024
Priscila Caratin
São Paulo, Brazil
It was a perfect tour. The guide Gustavo was excellent, he explained everything very well and always had a smile on his face. Incredible landscapes an...
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July 31, 2024
Jose Manuel
Spain
The Rainbow Valley is very beautiful.
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Rainbow Valley Day Trip

At the indicated time, we'll you up from your hotel in San Pedro de Atacama and head south towards the foothills of the Cordillera Domeyko mountain range. During the journey, you'll admire wonderful desert landscapes and the huge peaks of the Andes.

Our first stop will be the archaeological site of Yerbas Buenas, where you'll see the famous collection of ancient rock art from the different cultures that once inhabited this region. However, before this we'll enjoy a delicious breakfast. We'll walk through the pre-Colombian site and view the petroglyphs that have been carved onto the rocks using sharp stone tools. These fascinating carvings depict animals, scenes of daily life and even constellations of the stars.

Next, we'll head to Rainbow Valley and pass through the town of Matancilla on the way. When we arrive, you'll be struck by the colourful rocks that gave this place its name. You'll also discover why the minerals are lined up in colourful strips, creating an environment so incredible that it almost appears man-made. Rainbow Valley also has unusual rock formations which have been eroded and shaped by the wind over millions of years.

Finally, we'll make our way back to San Pedro de Atacama, where we'll bring this tour to an end after between 4.5 and 6 hours.

Pickup Info

This activity includes pickup from hotels located within a radius of up to 5 kilometres or 3.1 miles from the centre of San Pedro de Atacama. Depending on availability, we may be able to pick you up from hotels closer (maximum radius of 2 kilometres or 1.2 miles) or further away (maximum radius of 5 kilometres of 3.1 miles), so we recommend that you always specify accommodation located in the historic centre of San Pedro. Please note that pickups in the nearby towns of Ayllus, Solor, Cucuter and Toconao are not included.

If you are staying in other more remote places, you will have to go to an alternative meeting point that we will detail on your booking voucher.

Important Info

Please keep in mind that the itinerary is flexible and is subject to changes.

Points of interest in San Pedro de Atacama

Salar de Atacama

Types of activities in San Pedro de Atacama

Day trips in San Pedro de Atacama Adventure and nature tours Hiking

Other activities in San Pedro de Atacama

Calama Airport & San Pedro de Atacama Transfer Atacama Desert Stargazing Tour San Pedro de Atacama Hot Air Balloon Ride Death Valley Sandboarding Uyuni Salt Flat 4-Day Tour

Rainbow Valley Day Trip

Finally, we'll make our way back to San Pedro de Atacama, where we'll bring this tour to an end after between 4.5 and 6 hours.

Pickup Info

If you are staying in other more remote places, you will have to go to an alternative meeting point that we will detail on your booking voucher.

Important Info

Please keep in mind that the itinerary is flexible and is subject to changes.

Rainbow Valley Day Trip