Farewell to the majestic Torres del Paine, and off we go, flying back to Santiago to catch a connecting flight to Aerodromo El Loa in Peru. Our destination: the world’s “driest place” – the Atacama Desert. As we head north along the Andes, the desolate landscape unfolds like an eccentric poet’s canvas, blending dryness, grandeur, and melancholy into a mesmerizing tapestry.
Here, the arid and desolate terrain stretches out as flat and otherworldly as the surface of another planet. Wind-sculpted rock formations rise from the earth, vast salt flats and dried-up salt pans reveal their mottled, ghostly whiteness, and towering volcanoes stand as silent witnesses to an extraordinary past.
Climbing up a small dune in the desert and gazing out, I marvel at how years of solid rock have been transformed into these fine, undulating sand dunes. Memories of my visit to the Sahara Desert come flooding back; because of “Sahara,” there was Sanmao, and now, every time I encounter a desert, it carries a special, almost romantic flavor. Although desolation and aridity are the hallmarks of any desert, the mention of the Sahara infuses even the Atacama with a touch of enchantment.
Measuring the world on foot [Topic] #Explora crossing the Atacama Desert [Topic] @Explora
This desert scenery sounds otherworldly! I especially appreciate the budget tips for exploring it. The route guide would be really helpful for planning my trip there.
Absolutely, the Atacama’s Martian-like landscapes are truly out-of-this-world! Glad you found the budget tips useful—saving money helps focus on the adventure. The route guide is designed to make planning easier and more enjoyable. Happy travels, and enjoy every breathtaking moment!