We did not spend the money on a tour and thank God! Lunch bag let down. They tell you to be there for when the sun comes up but there is no need. They have tours that leave from San Pedro at 11 am. … Full review by Linda B
Sep 1, 2024
This is one of those instances where it's about the journey more than the destination. The geysers are cool, and there are a lot of them, for sure. You can get as close to them as you dare. But Ol… Full review by Shawn U
Aug 20, 2024
I must say it was quite cool. I went around midday and they were still quite active. Maybe we should have gone in the morning but oh well. Be prepared for a 2h drive with very bumpy roads. Even if yo… Full review by Annabelle C
Worried about the sickness from experience in Cusco which is not even 12,000 ft. Hotel clerk gave me oxygen tank to breath for few minutes twice a day (morning and evening) and problem solved. Is access to oxygen tank available at hotel of on the bus? We're planning to visit the desert this fall. Hope an arrangement can be made ahead of time to avoid distress. Your suggestion will be greatly appreciated.
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Don’t remember oxygen on bus. It is high. Didnt bother me but neither did Cusco.
How much walking is involved with this trip? How many minutes, yards.... one of our family cannot walk far :(
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You can drive close to most of the geysers so one must walk for about five minutes or about 100-200 yards as I recall to be at the geysers. However most of them can also be seen from …
You can drive close to most of the geysers so one must walk for about five minutes or about 100-200 yards as I recall to be at the geysers. However most of them can also be seen from further away so one not need to walk right up to each of them.
I'm trying to decide between visiting the geysers and Salar de Tara (don't have time for both). I know they're totally different but would love to hear from people who've visited both. Which is a more unique experience? I'm also planning to visit valley de la luna and the piedras rojas.
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Can't believe you don't have enough time for both! But on balance, you will appreciate the geysers more than the sala, as the experience is much deeper. Wrap up warm - and even …
Can't believe you don't have enough time for both! But on balance, you will appreciate the geysers more than the sala, as the experience is much deeper. Wrap up warm - and even then, wrap up some more.
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