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Saltpeter Works and Oasis of Pica

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If you cancel your reservation up to 24 hours before the start of the activity, we will refund you 100% of the reservation payment. No refunds will be issued on cancellation requests received after the indicated anticipation.

Free cancellation

You can reschedule your booking without any additional cost until 24 hours before the beginning of the activiity.

Free rescheduling

Explore the Humberstone and Santa Laura saltpeter works, the oases of Pica and Matilla, and experience tradition at the Sanctuary of La Tirana.

Duration:

11 hours

Times:

08:15 am to 07:30 pm

Minimum of passengers:

4 personas

Included:

  • Pickup at your accommodation (urban area)
  • Shared transportation
  • Lunch
  • Spanish-speaking guide

Not included:

  • Entrance fee to saltpeter works (group tour: CLP$ 4.000 adults, CLP$ 3.000 students, CLP$ 5.000 elderly people)
  • Entrance fee to Cocha Resbaladero (CLP$ 7.000 per person)

Cancellation and rescheduling policy:

  • If you cancel your booking up to 24 hours before the activity starts, you will receive a 100% refund of the amount paid to book. If you cancel with less notice, no refund will be issued.

What to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Water
  • Comfortable clothing

Description

Embark on an unforgettable journey from Iquique, discovering the history and traditions of northern Chile. Your first stop will be at the Humberstone and Santa Laura saltpeter offices, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you’ll learn about the golden age of nitrate or “white gold” as you walk through historic buildings and industrial plants.


The trip continues across the impressive Pampa del Tamarugal until reaching the oasis of Pica, home to the Church of San Andrés. Later, we’ll visit the nearby oasis of Matilla, famous for its 18th-century Spanish wine press and the Church of San Antonio with its distinctive bell tower.


On the return journey, you’ll pass through Pozo Almonte and stop at the Sanctuary of La Tirana, the setting of the most important religious festival in northern Chile. To end the day, you’ll have time to relax at Cocha Resbaladero, the perfect spot to enjoy its thermal waters before heading back to Iquique.


Important notes​


  • For the included lunch, you may choose between beef, chicken, or a vegetarian option. Please note that drinks and dessert are not included.
  • The service includes a Spanish-speaking guide. If you require an English-speaking guide or another language, please contact us in advance at reservas@nomades.com to check availability.


You can choose between the following options:


Group tour​​


  • Time:  8:15 AM to 7:30 PM.
  • Entrance tickets to the saltpeter offices not included.
  • Price:
    • Adult: CLP$ 56.000 per person.
    • Child (age 4 to 10): CLP$ 45.000 per person.
    • Infant (age 0 to 3, with a car seat): CLP$ 29.000 per person.


Private tour​


  • Time:  8:30 AM to 7:30 PM.
  • Entrance tickets to the saltpeter offices included.
  • Price:
    • 1 person: CLP$ 188.000.
    • Group of 2 people: CLP$ 125.000 per person.
    • Group of 3 people: CLP$ 102.000 per person.
    • Group of 4 people: CLP$ 86.000 per person.
    • Group of 5 to 8 people: CLP$ 72.000 per person.
    • Group of 9 to 12 people: CLP$ 67.000 per person.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • To book Saltpeter Works and Oasis of Pica, you must choose the date and follow the steps on the website. You can add more tours to your cart before confirming your booking.
  • We accept bookings up to 1 days in advance, subject to availability. Therefore, we recommend booking as early as possible to secure your spot.
  • A minimum of 4 people is required to confirm the service. If this number is not met, we will offer you the closest available dates or a full refund. The earlier you book, the more time we have to add passengers and confirm the departure.
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