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Day trip to Coyo Farm and Excursion at the Atacama Salt Flats
Day 3 will start when you embark on a captivating excursion, offering a fascinating glimpse into the everyday rhythms of life on a traditional Atacama region farm. Begin your journey with an insightful tour of the farmland, delving into the cultivation of regional fruits, vegetables, and livestock rearing. Discover the farm's array of homemade products, learn about their creation, and savor these authentic delicacies firsthand. Bon appétit awaits! Moreover, explore the awe-inspiring Salar de Atacama, an immense salt lake spanning a staggering 3000 sq km (1,158 sq mi)! Witness its vast expanse blanketed with glistening snow-white salt crystals, a breathtaking sight resulting from the lake's water evaporation. Not only does this location boast the world's largest lithium deposits, but it's also a haven for diverse flamingo species, including the Andean, Chilean, and James flamingos. These elegant birds thrive on the microorganisms thriving in the saline lagoons. Venture to the Chaxa Lagoon within the Reserva Nacional de los Flamencos, observing these magnificent birds and other species flourishing in their natural habitat amid the Salar de Atacama's captivating landscapes.