Atacama Desert

In the far north of Chile, but only a two hour flight from Santiago, lies the driest desert in the world - the Atacama. The Atacama is one of the world's most accessible deserts and has a clutch of superb lodges to relax at after a day of exploring and adventuring.

The desert oasis village San Pedro de Atacama is just under a two hour drive from the regional airport at Calama. From here spend your days travelling with a private guide and 4x4 setting off before sunrise to experience the vivid colours of turquoise sulphur lakes with flamingos at dawn, watch exploding geysers and soak in thermal pools. Enjoy a gourmet picnic with views to mesmerising volcanoes and finish your day atop a sand dune watching the sunset.

The Atacama is a heaven for photographers, astronomers and adventureres but also for those that simply want to get the most out of a personalised, unrushed desert experience staying at exquisite lodges with exceptional service.