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Explora Atacama - Hotel de Larache
Explora Atacama is an all-inclusive lodge  situated  just a few minutes’ walk from the town of San Pedro de Atacama. In the area surrounding the lodge, they have maintained the ancient pathways and buildings of an ancient Atacameño community. It will open again on Dec. 21, 2020
Explora Atacama was acknowledged among the world’s top 25 all-inclusive resorts in the 2020 “Travelers’ Choice” Awards by TripAdvisor. Furthermore, it was recognized as the second best all-inclusive resort in South America.
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.

At their observatory, they share with you the unforgettable experience of exploring the Atacama night sky, one of the clearest on Earth and therefore one of the best locations for astronomy (low humidity, 300 sunny days a year and high altitude  also helps). 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, at 700x magnification. The guides are trained by the director of the ALMA Observatory.

Taking advantage of the warm waters of the Puritama river, they 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.

Their 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.
Frequently asked questions:
  • Is there a high season? / The high season in Atacama is from November to March.
  • What is the minimum length of stay recommended? / A minimum stay of five nights is recommended for travelers in order to truly experience what Atacama has to offer. They are sure that after each exploration day you will want to extend your stay to explore even more of this wonderful place. A six-night program is a good option to get a full sense of the area and explore the highlands and volcanoes.
  • When was the last time the property was renovated? / In 2016, 60% of the hotel was renovated.
  • What makes the Atacama so special? / The driest desert in the world has a surprising number of different geographical features, including active volcanoes, ancient local culture, and the clearest skies in the world, ideal for astronomy.
  • What views do the rooms have? / All the rooms have 12 foot / 4-meter-high windows with varying views across the landscapes of our extensive property.
  • Are there scorpions and snakes? / There are no scorpions nor snakes. Unlike other deserts, no deadly creatures are found in Atacama.
  • Is the pool heated? / One of the pools is temperate. We also have outdoor hot tubs.
  • Do you offer complimentary shuttles to town? / Yes, we do.
  • How about the Puritama Hot Springs?  It’s one of their most valuable conservation projects and includes 7,500 hectares of pristine canyonland, home to the elusive Andean Cat.
  • Is the altitude high enough to get altitude sickness? / San Pedro is at 2,750 meters above sea level. Some explorations could take you to 6,000 meters above sea level. They make sure our travelers are well acclimatized for the excursions they wish to take, provided they are staying with them for long enough to do so. If travelers would like to do high altitude excursions, they    encourage a longer stay so they can be properly acclimatized and prepared.
  • Do you provide oxygen for people with altitude problems? / Yes, they do.
  • What type of plants exist in the Atacama Desert? / Dozens of varieties, among them cactuses, native trees like the Chañar and the Algarrobo, and one of the most interesting plants on earth, the Llareta moss.
  • Are all the activities far from the hotel or do some start right there? / It’s a mix. All the horseback rides and bike rides start directly at the hotel, but others need some transportation by van.
  • When is summer there? / From December to March.
  • What languages do the guides speak for the stargazing tours? / English and Spanish.
  • For stargazing, is it better to go when there is not a full moon? / No moon means full sight of the stars, so if that’s what you want, it’s better to go when the moon is not full. On the other hand, a full moon would be an epic experience due to the luminosity. Gazing at the moon with the telescope is superb.
  • What do you do when stargazing isn't possible? How would you modify a client's experience? / It’s extremely rare to have rain for more than two consecutive days. Even with bad weather, some patches of the sky will reveal through the night and they can take advantage of that. So, if that happens, we can adapt a travelers’ experience and offer them the best options available for that day.
  • Is Stargazing before or after dinner? or both? It’s usually done after dinner.
  • What is the capacity of the observatory? / Maximum of seven people: Six travelers and one guide.
  • Is it possible to observe the stars from the pool? / There is no telescope there, but the sight from the pools is great.
  • What types of stars can people see from the observatory when they are in the Atacama Desert? More than 80 constellations can be seen from the Atacama Desert; basically, all of the Southern Hemisphere’s highlights.
         Rates per person, double occupancy

Rates May 1-June 30, 2022  + April 9-30, 2023
room
3 nts
4 nts
5 nts
6 nts
Tulur
$1830
$2318
$2745
$3294
Yali
$2040
$2584
$3060
$3672
Catur
$2700
$3420
$4099
$4860
Rates  July 1 - Oct. 31, 2022:
room
3 nts
4 nts
5 nts
6 nts
-
dbl
dbl
dbl
dbl
Tulur
$2100
$2660
$3150
$3780
Yali
$2370
2$3006
$3555
$4266
Catur ​Suite
$3120
$3952
$4680
$5616
​Single supplement for above periods  is 15%

​Rates valid Nov. 1 - Dec. 21, 2022 + Jan. 2 - Feb. 16, 2023 + Feb. 26 - March 31, 2023 + April 1-8, 2023:
room
3 nts
4 nts
5 nts
6 nts
Tulur
$2310
$2926
$3465
$4158
Yali
$2610
$3306
$3915
$4698
Catur
$3450
$4370
$5175
$6210
Single supplement for above period  is 34%

​Rates valid Dec. 22, 2022 - Jan. 1, 2023 + Feb. 17-25, 2023 
room
3 nts
4 nts
5 nts
6 nts
-
dbl
dbl
dbl
dbl
Tulur
-
3838
4545
5454
Yali
-
4332
5130
6156
Catur Suite
-
5738
6795
8154
​Single supplement is 70%
  • Fixed 5-night schedule with arrival and departure on Dec 22 and Dec 27 2022.
  • Fixed 6-night schedule with arrival and departure on December 27 2022 and Jan 2 2023
  • Minimum stay of 4 nights from Feb 17 to Feb 25 2023 (Carnival).
  • Child and youth rates not available, only additional beds

​Child Rates for other periods:
-
3 nts
4 nts
5 nts
6 nts
12-17 years in
​added room
870
1160
1450
1740
3-11 years in 
​added bed
570
760
950
1140
​Single supplement is 100%.  Teen rate not applicable during holidays
Extra bed for those up to 12 is for sharing in parents room. Max. of 1 extra bed per room. Children under 3 are free

Rates include: 
In addition to lodging and the more than 40 various guided explorations on foot, horseback or bicycle as well as stargazing,  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

PAYMENT POLICIES
Only a 20% down-payment is required to confirm bookings. The remaining balance must be paid 30 days before check-in.
Payment policies for Holidays 
When booking for periods defined as holidays, a 30% payment is required to confirm reservation, with the balance being paid 60 days before your check-in.

BOOKING CHANGES
You can make changes to your booking without penalties up to 14 days before check-in, after which 100% of the reservation will be charged.
Booking changes for Holidays The periods defined as holidays to which these conditions.
• You may change your booking free of fines up to sixty (60) days before check-in.
The following fines apply:
• >60 or more days before check-in: No fines
• >59-30 days before check-in: 30% fine
• >29-0 days before check-in: 100% fine

CANCELATION POLICIES
You may cancel your booking up to 30 days before your check-in, free of fines. If you cancel your booking after that period, the following conditions apply:
• Cancellation 29-20 days before your checkin: 30% fine
• Cancellation 19-10 days before your checkin: 50% fine
• Cancellation 9-0 days before your check-in: 100% fine
For returns and refunds, a transaction fee will be charged depending on the payment method: 3% of the amount refunded for credit card payments and USD 25 for bank transfers.
Booking cancellation for Holidays
The periods defined as holidays to which these conditions. You may cancel your booking free of fines up to ninety (90) days before check-in.
The following fines apply:
• > 90 or more days before check-in: No fines
• > 89-60 days before check-in: 30% fine
• > 59-30 days before check-in: 50% fine
​• > 29-0 days before check-in: 100% fine
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