FASCINATION ALTIPLANO

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1 1/5 INTRODUCTION: Discover the Altiplano region of Chile, in the far north of the breathtaking Atacama Desert, at the border with Peru and Bolivia. Lake Chungará, Surire Salt Lake, Lauca National Park etc... Magical names of tourist pearls situated between earth and sky. SPONDYLUS invites you to discover the wonders of Chiles High Plateau in a very interesting program that gives you a complete overview of this unique area. Natural treasures, cultural heritages and wildlife preservation are some of the numerous ingredients of this trip.

2 2/5 DESCRIPTION OF THE TOUR: DAY 1: ARICA (IN) CODPA Morning reception at Arica airport (or exit from the hotel), Departure southward in direction to Codpa Valley. Arrival in Codpa, beautiful oasis hidden in a deep ravine. We visit the church and the crop fields along the creek. Posibility to do a short and easy walk through the fertile valley and it s crop fields (about 1h30) that allows us to discover the lifestyle of its inhabitants. Accommodation: Lodge Meals: Lunch DAY 2: CODPA - PUTRE Morning visit to the Ofragia petroglyphs. Then we take the road along the prehispanic towns visiting, Timar, Tignamar and Saxamar. Picnic. The tour continues visiting Belen, Chaquipiña before reaching Zapahuira. A brief excursion to the viewpoint over Putre dominated by the volcano Tarapaca. Transfer to Putre. Accommodation: Hotel DAY 3: PUTRE - LAKE CHUNGARA SURIRE SALT LAKE - CODPA Full day excursion into the highlands. We visit the Lauca National Park and the famous Lake Chungara. We continue to the Surire salt lake and we descend to Codpa. Lunch in route. Accommodation: Lodge DAY 4: CODPA - ARICA (OUT) In the morning we depart towards the city of Arica. Visiting the Azapa Valley, and its archaeological museum. Lunch and transfer to Arica airport. END OF THE SERVICE.

3 3/5 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This program ends on day 4 at 4 PM (approx.). It is important to book the afternoon flight. PRIVATE SERVICE: We offer this program as Private Service. It departs at clients best convenience and require a minimum of 2 persons to run. Prices for these programs are subject to the number of booked clients. Private Services include BILINGUAL GUIDE (ENGLISH, FRENCH, ITALIAN, GERMAN) according to availability. RATES: PRIVATE SERVICES (prices valid from 01/07/08 until 31/08/09 except in case of an important change of general prices and/or variation of the USD exchange rate in Chile): 02 pers: US$ 1440 /pers + flights 03 pers: US$ 1090 /pers + flights 04 pers: US$ 975 /pers + flights pers: US$ 1000 /pers + flights pers: US$ 965 /pers + flights Single Room Supplement: US$ 150 /pers

4 4/5 INCLUDED: Accommodation in hotels as mentioned (double/triple room basis) Meals as mentioned Private transportation during the whole trip Experienced, specialized, bilingual guides Driver(s) according to the group size Security equipment Excursions, visits, entrances, park fees as mentioned NOT INCLUDED: Flights and airport taxes All kind of drinks during restaurant and/or hotel meals Services in Santiago (hotels, transfers). Please ask us for further information. We would be glad to assist you. Single room supplement Tips Visa if necessary Personal insurance Personal equipment (see recommended items) Any other service NOT included in the program

5 5/5 RECOMMENDED ITEMS: SPECIAL CLOTHES Fleece Polar, Hiking Pants, Wind Jacket, Fleece Jacket Medium Weight, Shorts HEAD AND HANDS Sun Hat, Wool Cap, Gloves BOOTS Tennis Shoes, Sandals ADDITIONAL ITEMS Bathing Suit, Towel, Water Bottle, Binoculars, Day Pack (30l), High Quality Sunglasses, Sun Blocker Factor 30+, Camera SEASON: All the year round PHYSICAL AND TECHNICAL LEVEL: For everyone Medium Difficult For experts Physical Level Technical Level x x RESERVATIONS (upon request):