Los Flamencos National Reserve (Reserva Nacional Los Flamencos)

Los Flamencos National Reserve, spanning 286 square miles (740 square kilometres) in the Atacama Desert, lies between the Andes and Chile’s Pacific coast. The reserve is a tapestry of natural wonders, featuring glittering salt flats that stretch as far as the eye can see, wind-sculpted moonscapes with rugged, otherworldly formations, and serene high-altitude lagoons. These lagoons, often fringed by reeds, are home to wild flamingos, their vibrant plumage adding a splash of color to the stark landscape. Visitors can explore this diverse terrain, observing the unique geology and wildlife that make the reserve a remarkable destination.