Part of the
Hurtigruten Group

Coquimbo and La Serena

Excursion

Free

Duration
4 hours
Season
Available all year
Min. number
0 travellers
Booking code
INCL-CQQ1

Discover Coquimbo's La Herradura Bay and La Serena with its iconic lighthouse and archaeological museum.
  • Coquimbo

  • La Serena

  • Archeological Museum


Stunning Vistas  

Today’s tour first takes us to Coquimbo's La Herradura Bay, which translates as “Horseshoe Bay” in reference to its distinctive shape. Here we’ll learn about the pirates and corsairs who explored and plundered this coast. 

Continuing our scenic coastal drive north, we head toward the city of La Serena, with its emblematic 91-foot-high lighthouse. We’ll then walk downtown to visit the archaeological museum, which is located only one block away from the picturesque La Recova Market.

Practical information

  • Language: English and German (subject to availability) 

  • Remarks/requirements: Please wear lightweight, comfortable clothing and hiking shoes, and bring sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.  

  • Walking information: Involves moderate physical activity with approximately 0.6 miles of walking over dirt pathways and occasional uneven surfaces, including some steps at the museum.  

  • Wheelchair accessible: No.

Penguins perched on the ice of Cuverville Island, Antarctica. Credit: Espen Mills / HX Hurtigruten Expeditions

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