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GEYSERS TATIO:

The geothermal field is located in the Cordillera de los Andes, being the highest in the world (4,200 mts) and is located 89 kilometers from San Pedro de Atacama. Go there in the early hours of the morning and see an impressive steam fumaroles activity produced by the high temperatures of its craters. It is surrounded by mountains that reach 5900 meters in height.

Tourists are advised to bring warm clothing, swimsuit, towel, sunscreen and bottled water. It is without doubt one of the most wonderful performances offered by the Atacama desert.

The edges are soft minerals, we must use caution when approaching. The color of the ground and the sky stands out among the plumes of 7 meters, the first rays of the sun. It is a wonderful show. Nearby are thermal pools where you can swim.

Approximately between 06:00 and 07:00 hours produces the highest expression of the vents of steam and water with temperatures reaching 85 ° C, and emerges from the ground with force reaching approximate heights between 7 and 8 mts . On the way and at the place, we can see vicuna, llamas, ostriches and vizcachas, while the giant cactus stand, among the llareta and coiron. The temperature fluctuates between 15 ° C day and 2 ° C below zero at night.

The site also features thermal water pools, encrusted with mineral deposits, lining the 10 km2 of the geothermal field, while in the background, the snowy summits of volcanoes are silhouetted against a sky blue metallic.

With its famous and spectacular scenery the Geysers are clearly one of the most impressive attractions to visit.