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What to do and see in Elqui Valley, Coquimbo Region: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Elqui Valley, Chile including Ecoturismo La Serena, Elki Magic, Planetario Natural Alfa Aldea, Enchanted Valley (Valle del Encanto), Valle del Elqui, Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory, Punta Choros, Jardin del Corazon, Embalse Puclaro, Catedral De San Bartolome De La Serena.
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1. Ecoturismo La Serena
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5.0 based on 238 reviews
We are a tour operator established in La Serena, Chile. Moreover, we have a reliable staff of fluent English speaking guides, as well as a very modern fleet of safety and comfortable vehicles driven by knowledgeable drivers.
2. Elki Magic
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5.0 based on 380 reviews
We are a Chilean-French couple and we offer various activities in and around Vicuña in the Elqui Valley:- Bike rental- Downhill Mountain Biking- Tours to the Elqui Valley - Tours to the Andes (Paso Agua Negra and La Laguna) - Tours to the Hot Springs - Horseback riding English spoken – On parle français
3. Planetario Natural Alfa Aldea
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5.0 based on 255 reviews
Located two kilometres from the city of Vicuna and overlooking nine hectares of beautiful and prolific vineyards you can find the 'Alfa Aldea' Natural Planetarium. In this splendid place you can enjoy an unforgettable stellar experience, a different concept of astronomical observation. Our intention is to be always in touch with nature, mirroring the way the first, ancient astronomers watched the skies. The modern astronomical facilities are located in the middle of the vineyards; in order to provide superior service and ensure a wonderful astronomical experience to our visitors a ground-level amphitheatre has been built with a seating capacity of 50 people. The design of the aforementioned building allows the installation of our last-generation telescopes of 10", 12" and 16" inches. All extra accessories (ocular lens suitcases and filters) are included and are available for the tour guide. Personalized tours are available in English and Spanish languages.
Reviewed By MLL1592 - Innsbruck, Austria
Very nice Tour in a familiar and relaxed atmosphere in beautiful vineyard. Group size Maximum of 12. Excellent explanations in spanish and english. Everyone gets the time to watch through the telescope several times. You can ask all that comes to your mind. I even got picked up and brought back to my hostel with no charge. Wine from their vineyard and tomato soup are served. My first ever astronomy tour. Very impressive. Thank you!
4. Enchanted Valley (Valle del Encanto)
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4.5 based on 112 reviews
Discovered in 1946, this National Historic Monument is filled with petroglyphs and fossils.
Reviewed By ch812 - Washington DC, United States
What a stunning little site. We were met warmly at the main entrance at the top of the hill and after paying CP2800 for our entry and the car, we drove down in to the little valley to start looking around. We were given a map in English and Spanish. After about 20 minutes of walking we bumped into a guide and a guide in training who then spent the next two and a half hours guiding us around in English (and picking up other visitors as we went). Having the guides really added to our experience and understanding of this amazing site, although the petroglyphs etc are all marked with arrows and numbers. amazing to think for 4000 years people have been coming here Once the sun came out it got very hot and you needed water. There were clean porta potties in the park.
5. Valle del Elqui
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4.5 based on 1,418 reviews
This beautifully landscaped valley is rumored to be linked with extraterrestrial activity throughout the years.
Reviewed By ronnyjd0509 - Antwerp, Belgium
What a place! Extremely nice and such clear skies to watch the stars and the galaxies! Awesome! We enjoyed mountain-biking and some walk in the valley. The small village of Alcohuaz is highly recommended and as wine you must taste Rhu! Unique.
6. Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory
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4.5 based on 95 reviews
Reviewed By judythr
This was a remarkably informative experience. I was lucky to be on a Spanish/English tour because I got to hear everything twice. So much to take in! Kadur has worked at Tololo since he was 23 (maybe in his 50's now). He beams with enthusiasm when sharing in depth about the telescope, the recent developments in astronomy....all of it. Though it was a day-time experience, I learned far more than at the Pangue Observatory. Tololo may become outdated because of the soon-to-be-completed observatory near Antofagasta. But I found the tour to be fascinating!
7. Punta Choros
8. Jardin del Corazon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 690 reviews
Reviewed By nicolineb466 - Roosendaal, The Netherlands
Well what a surprise,to find this beautiful Japanse garden in La Serena. Very quiet too! If you have time,it’s a must see! Entrance fee very cheap too! We had a lovely day and had a lovely walk through this botanical garden????
9. Embalse Puclaro
10. Catedral De San Bartolome De La Serena
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 224 reviews
Reviewed By midwaytoheaven - Midway, United States
The exterior of this moderate Cathedral is currently in the midst of having its exterior restored, Even with that happening, we loved stopping here on a Sunday to take a quick look of the interior. It is not over-the-top like many European Cathedrals but is more simple, yet beautiful. It features many gorgeous stained glass windows. BOTTOM LINE: This church is easy to find because it is located directly across the street from the main city plaza, Plaza de Armas. The construction began on this church in 1844 and dedicated twelve years later. The massive front doors are amazing. The Cathedral is named after San Bartolome who is the patron saint of La Serena. MY RATING: 8/10
