Elqui Valley

Elqui Valley is one of the places that calls the most attention to this country, not necessarily for its landscape but for being related to esoteric and extraterrestrial phenomena. In addition, thanks to the weather conditions, the best pisco (brandy-like liquor) is produced here and it is also the ideal place for astronomical research. It is the birthplace of the country's greatest female poet and literature Nobel Prize winner: Gabriela Mistral.

Location

Coquimbo Region, east of La Serena. Map

When to go

Year-round.

Attractions

Folklore and crafts, picturesque route, rivers, landscapes, scientific and technical investigations.

How to get there

Santiago-La Serena: by air, public or private land transportation. From La Serena go east taking Colo Colo Avenue, then just keep following the signs. See Transport

Activities

Cultural journey, trekking, mountain biking. Activities Index

Services

Lodging, food, transportation, entertainment.

Surroundings

La Serena, Tololo Observatory, Vicuņa, Gabriela Mistral Museum.