La Serena: Full day to Isla Damas & Humbolt Pinguino National Reserve

4.5
(11 reviews)

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

We head for north through the Panamerican Highway and cross a semi-desert like area. The road continues on a sloping ground from where we can observe several views of the rocky coast.

What's Included

Navigating Gull, Choros and Damas Island
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Lunch
Meals and drinks not specified
Tickets and permissions
Optional Gratuities for driver and guide

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Only from centrally located Hotels in La Serena and Hotels in the Av. del Mar from Coquimbo city

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    We head for north through the panamerican higway and cross a semi-desert area. The road continues on a sloping ground from where we can observe several views of the rocky coast. We also will be able to see , from the road, a common dense glaze called "Camanchaca" A phenomena occurring just some months a year, is the "full of flowers dessert", If we are lucky we will appreciate it., after travelling 122 klms., we arrive at Los Choros Fishermen´s wharf., a natural viewpoint to see Gaviota.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Choros and Damas islands.We will board a motor boat leading us to Humboldt Penguins National Reserve, which is part of this area. Aboard we have the possibility of can see will the bottle-nose shaped dolphins making jumps and pirouettes, obviusly it will depend of the availabilty of the anilmals in the zone. The group will disembark from the motor boat in Damas Islands to appreciate its white sand beaches. Return to the coast and lunch consisting of seafood and fish ,in a typical restaurant. Return to La Serena accompanied by a spectacular sunset in the background.

    4 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Eco Tours
Small Group
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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4.5 Based on 11 11 reviews
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