Free
Duration
3h
Season
Available all year
Min. number
0 traveller(s)
Booking code
INCL-IQQ1
Visit Santa Laura, a nitrate town that operated from 1872 until 1960
See Humberstone, founded in 1862, and its theatre with the seats still in place
Admire Humberstone’s hotel, general store, administration buildings and swimming pool
Experience the splendour of this important period in Chile's history, the 'Nitrate Age’
Saltpeter refineries
Leave the pier and enjoy a magnificent panoramic view of Iquique with its stunning beaches and the ridged Cerro Dragón. Continue through the magical and indescribable Atacama Desert. Marvel at the ghost towns Santa Laura and Humberstone, both declared historical national monuments. Learn about the saltpeter refineries and hear the hitstory. This experience will take you back in time.
Practical information
Included: One bottle of water per person.
Requirements: Lightweight, comfortable clothing, and bring sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
Walking information: Long periods of standing and walking under the sun.
Wheelchair accessible: No.
Language: English.
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