Iquique to Alto Hospicio and Pampa del Tamarugal: Day trip
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7h 30mRound tripPrivate driver
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About your trip
Explore Chile's unique desert ecosystems where ancient tamarind forests survive in absolute aridity and modern urban development adapts to extreme desert conditions. Discover remarkable plant adaptations and desert conservation with your professional driver navigating desert roads.
Exclusively yours: private vehicle and professional driver
Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Iquique whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your driverās local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden cafĆ© here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips youāll love sharing later. This isnāt a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.Explore at your own pace
Your professional Daytrip driver will meet you at your accommodation in Iquique and transport you safely to Alto Hospicio and then to Pampa del Tamarugal National Reserve, allowing you to explore Chile's desert urban development and unique desert forest conservation.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions in Alto Hospicio and Pampa del Tamarugal National Reserve should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
- Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From ā¬57
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotalā¬170
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in Iquique
You choose the pickup spot.
1
Alto Hospicio
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 2 hours - admission not included


Explore this modern desert city perched on cliffs above Iquique where contemporary urban planning demonstrates adaptation to extreme desert conditions and coastal cliff geography. Visit viewpoints providing spectacular panoramas across the Pacific Ocean and Atacama Desert.
2
Pampa del Tamarugal National Reserve
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 3 hours - admission not included


Marvel at Chile's unique desert forest where ancient Tamarugo trees survive in absolute desert conditions by accessing underground water sources through extensive root systems reaching depths of 20 meters or more. Walk through marked trails among trees that can live for centuries.
Back to Iquique
Weāll take you back to your starting point.
Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any questions, here are the answers.Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! Youāre free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning youāll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.
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