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Hotel de Larache

Our lodge is located on a plain known as the Ayllu de Larache, once inhabited by an ancient Atacameño community. We have respected the original layout of the land and restored and maintained some of the buildings. Opened in 1998, our lodge is situated on 17 hectares (42 acres) of grounds just a few minutes’ walk from the town of San Pedro de Atacama. In the area surrounding the lodge, we have maintained the ancient pathways and buildings which form a labyrinth that invites exploration.

There are 50 rooms housed in three long buildings, positioned to form a central square planted with large trees for ample shade. They are tastefully designed with wooden ceilings and floors made of stone and tiles. Each has a small living area, a hydromassage bath and beds designed for deep, pleasurable sleep after a day of exploration. Finally, we provide you with a unique treat: the rooms are television-free.On the fourth side of the square is the building which houses the lodge’s public spaces. The views from the lodge’s broad terraces enable you to enjoy Atacama’s vast chain of volcanic mountains.

The lodge has an extensive patio area totaling 1,700 meters2 (18,298 feet2). Within this area are four interconnected, outdoor swimming pools, two of them heated by solar panels. So, for those looking for the best Atacama hotels let us just add that in addition, we have saunas, steam baths, heated open-air jacuzzis and a self-service bar. This area has beautiful views. The deep silence is broken now and then by the songs of local birds.

About 200 meters (656 feet) from the lodge is a colonial adobe building which we have restored. After a tiring day of exploration or simply for the pleasure of it, you may come here and place yourself in the gifted hands of our experienced masseuse. In “Turi Puri”, which in Kunza means “House of Water”, you can enjoy various types of massage with essential oils, such as therapeutic, relaxing or energizing. This is a peaceful place to restore your energy and awaken your senses.

In early 2008 we opened our observatory. Here we share with you the unforgettable experience of exploring the Atacama night sky, one of the clearest on Earth. The night sky at our lodge is amongst the clearest in the world and therefore one of the best locations for astronomy. Located 100 meters (328 feet) from the central lodge building, the observatory has a powerful telescope, the Meade 16” f/10 LX200R Advanced RD, with advanced optics similar to a professional telescope and a primary mirror that is 40 centimeters (15.7 inches) in diameter with high resolution and great clarity.

Taking advantage of the warm waters of the Puritama river, we built eight pools fed by hot springs and connected by wooden walkways. This is a very special place and some of our explorations end here.

Our cuisine offers pure flavors based on the best-quality ingredients, many of which are produced locally. It is healthy and well-balanced, ideal for people going trekking, horseback riding or looking for a great Atacama restaurant while on other explorations.

Every day different excursions are offered: by bike, on foot, on horseback or in a group of max. 10 people by a minibus. All inclusive.

Long after you have returned home and long after you have forgotten about the creature comforts you enjoyed there, you will remember your guides, your walks, the camaraderie of your fellow guests, but most of all, this tremendous scenery. It is an environment conducive to experiencing that dream of a scenery to the fullest, summer or winter, 365 days a year.

Stay 4 nights and get a 5th night for free if you travel before Sept. 31, 2011

Travel solo from May 15 to October 15, 2011 and enjoy the same rate charged per person in a double-occupancy guest room,
instead of having to pay the more expensive single rate!

Rates per person in US$ (valid Jan. 1, 2011 till March 31, 2012)

Child rates are not applicable in single rooms. Rates for those up to 15 are subject to availability.
Extra bed for those up to 12 is for sharing in parents room. Max. of 1 extra bed per room.

Rates include:
In addition to lodging and the various guided explorations on foot, horseback or bicycle as well as stargazing, our rate includes:
Three meals a day chosen from a varied menu.
Open bar for spirits and an extensive wine list
Transfers to and from the airport at Calama
Use of outdoor swimming pools
Use of saunas, steam rooms and open-air jacuzzis

Honeymoon in the Remote

VALID FROM MAY 1st - SEPTEMBER 30th. 2010 – 2011

Program Includes:

• 4+1 Program (stay 4 nights and we invite you to a 5th night).
For this benefit to apply, a minimum of 4 night stay is required.
For stays of less than 4 nights, we will only offer the Welcome & Farewell amenity.
• Welcome: One bottle of Champagne and Cheese or Fruit Tray.
• During the stay: 1 Private excursion. 1 Private Dinner.
1 (One) 30-minute massage for each one, coordinated by the reception of the Hotel.
• Farewell: One (1) bubble bath prepared with various natural essences such as Lavender, Mocha, Citrus and Cinnamon.

Subject to availability.

VALID FROM OCTOBER 1st - APRIL 30th. 2010 – 2011

Program Includes:

• Welcome: One bottle of Champagne and Cheese or Fruit Tray.
• During the stay: 1 Private Aperitif. 1 (One) 30-minute massage for each one, coordinated by the reception of the Hotel.
• Farewell: One (1) bubble bath prepared with various natural essences such as Lavender, Mocha, Citrus and Cinnamon.

Subject to availability.

EXPLORATION OPTIONS

A. hikes

1. TO CATARPE
Duration: 2 1/2 -3 hours. Itinerary: Quebrada del Diablo -Valle de Quitor -Tambo Catarpe. Easy.

2. QUEBRADA DEL DIABLO
Duration: 2 1/2 -3 hours. Itinerary: Vilama. Medium.

3. VALLE DE LA MUERTE
Duration: 2 1/2 -3 hours. Itinerary: Valle de la Muerte, visiting Pukara de Quitor. Medium

4. CHULACAO
Duration: 2 hours. Itinerary: Mine and its surroundings.Medium.

5. TO TERMA5 DE PURITAMA
Duration: 2 1/2 -3 hours. Itinerary: Arrival to hot springs,picnic, buffet and possibility to bathe. Medium.

6. LAS CORNISAS
Duration: 2 1/2- 3 hours. Medium.

7. RIO GRANDE*
Duration: 1 1/2 hour by Van to Machuca. On foot 5 to 6 hours (includes picnic). Coming back 1 1/2 hours by Van.
Medium.

8. BY THE FOOTHILLS OF THE LASCAR AT 4,500 METERS (14,763 FEET)*
Duration and itinerary: Departure 8:00 A.M. to Salar de Tara, then to Laguna Lejfa. Picnic at an altitude of 4,200 meters (13,779 feet). Ascension by Van to Volcan Lascar at an altitude of 4,500 meters (14,764 feet). Descending on foot for 2 1/2 hours. Views. Medium.

9. VALLE DE LA LUNA
Duration: 1/2 -1 hour. Easy. NOTE: This exploration is only programmed for moonlighted nights.

10. WALK THROUGH THE AYLLUS
Itinerary: Solor, Sequitor or Cucuter. Easy.

* Both hikes are also within the concept of traveling in Atacama which is the idea of the explorations of Group B.

B. traveling through Atacama
The extended territory and its different points of interest allow excursions in small groups by Van, that last half or one day. These excursions capture profound landscapes, natural events or and inhabited places that bare the ingredients and surprises that make the experience unforgettable.

1. CALLEJON DE VARELA
Itinerary: Departure at 7:00 A.M. to Laguna Lejfa -Breakfast. Picnic at Salar de Aguas Calientes at 4,000 meters (13, 123 feet). Visit Lagunas and Socaire. Back at the hotel at 6:30 P.M. NOTE: It might include a 2 hour walk down the gorge from Laguna Miscanti.

2. THE HEIGHTS OF TATIO
Itineraries and departure time: If you want to experience the geysers in action, departure is before 6:00 A.M.,
otherwise, at 8:00 A.M. There are two alternatives:
Half a day, coming back to the hotel for lunch;
one day with picnic:
a) Bathing in the Termas de Puritama and on foot to Guatfn;
b) Through Turipite and Machuca Valley with picnic, on foot by Bofedal and Valley.

3. TULOR
Duration: 1 1/2 hour round trip.

4. SALAR DE ATACAMA
Duration: 3- 3 1/2 hours -Flamingos.

5. TOCONAO AND QUEBRADA DE JEREZ
Duration: 2 1/2 hours. A good opportunity for an afternoon cup of tea.

6. CASPANA
Duration: Departures are at 7:30 A.M. Itinerary: Ascend Tatio. Breakfast. Arrival to Caspana. Depending what time it is, first picnic and then two hours on foot visiting the agricultural terraces.
NOTE: This exploration is recommended on departure day to finish at the airport and avoid coming back to the hotel

7. PLATEAU OF TURI
Departure at 7:30 A.M. to El Tatio, arrival at Toconce through Linzor. Visit the Terraces. Picnic at Toconce or at Turi. Following, visit Pukara Turi and visit Aiquina.
NOTE: This exploration is recommended on departure day to finish at the airport and
avoid coming back to the hotel.

8. VISIT TO PUKARA LASANA / CHIU-CHIU
Recommended on departure day, allowing to have a light lunch at the hotel.

C. traveling through history

1. CONFERENCE IN THE HOTEL
An archeologist's or an anthropologist's points of view of the history, geography and cultural aspects of Atacama.

2. MUSEO LE PAIGE IN SAN PEDRO
Guided tour to the museums' collection, with its tombs, ceramics, and forms of cultures that have lived and passed
through Atacama.

3. TOUR TO ARCHEOLOGICAL SITES
according to visitor's interests, a tour can be arranged to specific sites.

D. horseback riding

1. VALLE DE QUITOR
Duration: 2 1/2 to 4 hours visit to Pukara and Catarpe.

2. TO VALLE DE LA MUERTE
Duration: 2 1/2 -3 1/2 hours. Itinerary: Valle de Quitor. Valle de la Muerte. Pukara de Quitor.

E. Bicycling

1. TO VALLE DE QUITOR
Duration: 2 1/2 -3 1/2 hours. Itinerary: Valle de Quitor, visit to Pukara. Church.

2. QUEBRADA DEL DIABLO
Duration: 2 1/2 -3 hours. Itinerary: Quebrada del Diablo / Catarpe.

3. TO PIEDRA DE LA COCA
Duration: 3 1/2 -4 hours. Early departure. Itinerary: To return, there are two options, by Valle de la Muerte or by highway. Difficult.

4. TO TULOR
Duration: 3 1/2 hours. Surrounding Ayllu. Sandy -Difficult.
Optional: without surrounding Ayllu -2 hours.

5. TO SOLOR
Duration: 2 hours.

6. TO SEQUITOR AND AYLLUS
Duration: 1 1/2 hour. Itinerary: to Sequitor along the beach.

7. CHALLENGE
Challenge, to see who climbs thee furthest from trail to Paso Jama

F. Climbing hills and volcanoes

1. El TOCO: 5,600 METERS ( 18,372 FEET ALTITUDE)
Duration: One journey, in vehicle up to an altitude of 4,600 meters (15,092 feet), on foot to the peak -3 hours. NOTE:
requires acclimatization in San Pedro and previous training. Authorization subject to physical fitness. Mountain clothing is required.

2. VOLCAN APAGADO 5,700 METERS (18,700 FEET ALTITUDE)
Duration: One journey, in vehicle up to an approximate altitude of 5,000 meters (16,404 feet), on foot to the peak -4
hours. Degree of slope is more elevated than in other volcanoes of the zone. NOTE: Requires acclimatization in San Pedro and previous training. Authorization subject to physical fitness. Mountain clothing is required.

3.VOLCAN LASCAR 5,400 METERS (17,716 FEET ALTITUDE)
One journey, in vehicle up to an altitude of 4, 700 meters (15,420 feet), on foot to the peak -3 1/2 -4 hours.
October to April. NOTE: Requires acclimatization in San Pedro and previous training. Authorization is
subject to physical fitness. Mountain clothing and anti-smoke mask are required (provided at hotel)
tion: Mountain clothing is required.

4.VOLCAN SAIRECABUR 6, 100 METERS (20,013 FEET)
One journey, in vehicle up to an altitude of 5,200 meters (17,060 feet), on foot to the peak .4.5 hours. NOTE:
A previous ascent to Volcan Lascar is necessary.