


Mars Valley (Valle de la Muerte/Valle de Marte) offers otherworldly salt-rock formations, rippled dunes and ochre cliffs that mimic a Martian landscape. Best at golden hour and blue hour for deep shadows and saturated colors; sunrise and sunset reduce heat haze. Accessible from San Pedro de Atacama by short drive (some dirt road); small park fee and limited parking at main viewpoints. Bring wind protection, plenty of water and warm layers for cold desert nights. Respect protected status and stay



Mars Valley (Valle de la Muerte/Valle de Marte) offers otherworldly salt-rock formations, rippled dunes and ochre cliffs that mimic a Martian landscape. Best at golden hour and blue hour for deep shadows and saturated colors; sunrise and sunset reduce heat haze. Accessible from San Pedro de Atacama by short drive (some dirt road); small park fee and limited parking at main viewpoints. Bring wind protection, plenty of water and warm layers for cold desert nights. Respect protected status and stay