Atacama (CL)

One of the driest places on the planet

Atacama Desert extents over 1200 km. Driven by “El Nino” only ones in 6 to 10

years rain fall. Places exist with no rain at all. Various salt deserts with lagoon’s

as habitat for flamingos. The Tatio Geysers by sun rise on 4300masl are a

highlight. Ice, 80C water and steam at the same time. Astronomers capitalize

on the extremely dry air, remoteness and high altitude.