Exclusive Signature Privileges
Included with Vincent Vacations- Full Daily Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner for two daily curated by Chef Virgilio Martínez
- Open Bar with Premium Chilean Wines and artisanal craft cocktails included throughout stay
- 40+ Guided Daily Explorations on foot, horseback riding, and mountain biking included
- Private Hot Springs Access at exclusive Explora pool within Termas de Puritama
- Complimentary 1-Hour Massage for 1 person (Signature Exclusive Amenity)
- Roundtrip Airport Transfers between Calama Airport (CJC) and lodge included
- Priority Room Upgrade upon arrival subject to availability
- Early Check-In & Late Checkout privileges subject to availability
An Oasis of Wonder in the High Desert
Perched at 8,200 feet above sea level in the ancient oasis of San Pedro de Atacama, Explora Atacama is an extraordinary all-inclusive expedition sanctuary set across 42 private acres on the historic Ayllu de Larache—ancestral land once cultivated by Atacameño families. Flanked by snow-dusted Andean volcanoes, glittering salt flats, high-altitude geysers, and sculptured red sand dunes, the lodge harmoniously balances traditional adobe architecture with refined, sustainable luxury.
Explora's 50 guest accommodations are thoughtfully designed sanctuaries crafted from local timber and slate tile, intentionally free of televisions and digital distractions to ensure deep restorative peace after days spent traversing the high desert. Guests venture out with expert resident guides on over 40 distinct half-day and full-day expeditions, retreat to private thermal pools at Termas de Puritama, peer into deep space at the lodge's private astronomical observatory, or unwind across 4 outdoor swimming pools and open-air hot tubs set amidst wild desert pampas grass.
Lodge & Landscape Gallery
Suites & Accommodations
Constructed from natural adobe, local timber, and polished slate tile, all 50 accommodations are acoustically insulated to offer silent, tranquil havens designed for deep rest between expeditions.
Catur Suite
The lodge's premier accommodation featuring a private outdoor balcony with expansive views across the desert countryside, spacious living parlor, handcrafted local wood furniture, and a luxurious bathroom with hydromassage bathtub.
Tulur Room
Serene retreat framing views of the lodge's lush desert gardens and internal walkways. Eight rooms offer connecting configurations, making them ideal for families traveling together seeking tranquil comfort.
Yali Room
Framing panoramic vistas across the vast Atacama desert plains and distant Andean peaks. Thoughtfully appointed with premium linens, artisanal finishes, writing desk, and spacious en-suite bath with soaking tub.
Culinary Creations by Virgilio Martínez
Explora's culinary program is developed in close collaboration with celebrity Chef Virgilio Martínez (of Central in Lima, crowned #1 in the World's 50 Best Restaurants). The cuisine interprets the high desert environment through native Atacameño botanicals, heritage grains, and coastal harvests.
Explora Dining Room & Terrace
Refined seasonal menus celebrating indigenous Atacama ingredients—quinoa, purple corn, chañar, and rica-rica herbs—paired with reserve Chilean Carménère, Cabernet, and Sauvignon Blanc.
Explorer's Bar & Lounge
The vibrant gathering hub where travelers consult expedition maps with guides, enjoy artisanal pisco sours, and sample craft microbrews by the stone fireplace.
Quincho Barbecue
Authentic open-air Andean quincho hosting traditional spit-roasted Patagonian lamb, grilled local vegetables, and live Andean folk music beneath the starry desert sky.
Unique Resort Experiences
🔭 Private Astronomical Observatory
Gaze into celestial nebulas and distant galaxies through a 16-inch Meade telescope under the clearest, darkest skies on Earth, led by Explora's resident astronomer.
♨ Termas de Puritama Hot Springs
Enjoy exclusive private access to Explora's dedicated thermal pool tucked deep within the dramatic red-rock Puritama canyon, naturally warmed to 91°F (33°C).
🐎 Private Stables & 20+ Horses
Traverse sand dunes and ancient salt valleys on horseback from Explora's on-site private stables, home to more than 20 specially trained Chilean and purebred horses.
🏊 4 Outdoor Pools & Hot Tubs
Relax across four heated outdoor pools, open-air hydromassage hot tubs, steam baths, and saunas nestled among native desert pampas grass with volcano views.