All Iquique Tours & Excursions in 2026

First time in Iquique? Unveil the charms of Chile’s surf hotspot on this 4-hour city sightseeing tour, including hotel pick-up. Enjoy sweeping coastal views as you follow the seafront promenade; take in historic landmarks like Astoreca Palace and the Municipal Theater; and admire the 19th-century architecture of lively Plaza Prat. Finish by touring the Iquique Museum and browsing the shops in the huge ZOFRI shopping mall.

Cerro Dragón, the largest urban dune in the world, is the most visited tourist attraction in the city of Iquique, its fine sands and the view of the Pacific Ocean, make the dune a perfect place to wait for the sunset, which will make your visit one of the best experiences in the Tarapacá region, it will undoubtedly leave you amazed! The city of Iquique meets all the conditions for sandboarding, all year round.

Get a glimpse of life in 19th-century Chile as you explore the ghost towns of Humberstone and Santa Laura on this full-day tour from Iquique. Discover the fascinating history of the long-deserted Saltpeter works, now protected as a UNESCO World Heritage site, then pay a visit to La Tirana, which hosts the famous Fiesta de la Tirana each summer. After lunch at a local restaurant (included), relax in the Pica hot springs, then marvel over the dramatic Pintados Geoglyphs as you journey back through the Pampa del Tamarugal National Reserve.

Immerse yourself in the history of Chile as you explore Iquique and its surroundings. Visit the UNESCO-listed Humberstone town which was once a booming nitrate extraction site, observe the local flora and fauna, see the petroglyphs carved into the mountain slopes, and visit the salt-mining desert town of Salar Grande. This tour is great for those interested in learning about the history, culture, and daily life of northern Chile.

Discover the driest place on earth by bike on a 9-hour fat biking tour of the Atacama Desert from Iquique. In a small-group limited to four, you’ll embark on a 10-mile (16-km) ride over the dunes of the Atacama Desert. A flat downhill route and fat-tire bike means you’ll be able to travel safely and at high-speeds throughout the tour. All equipment, water, and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.