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Ballena Jorobada Chañaral de Aceituno

Whale Watching Chanaral Island

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November to April

If you cancel your reservation up to 48 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 48 hours before the beginning of the activiity.

Free rescheduling

Make this Whale Watching Chanaral Island tour and have access to different views of the place and of the fauna that inhabits there.

Duration:

10 hours and a half

Times:

06:00 am to 04:30 pm

Minimum of passengers:

8 personas

Included:

  • Hotel pick up (only central urban area)
  • Shared transportation
  • Navigation
  • Bilingual guide (Spanish and English)
  • Lunch

Weather:

In case of suspension for weather conditions, we will refund 100% of your payment.

  • Subject to weather conditions

Cancellation and rescheduling policy:

  • 48 hours

What to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Hat to protect against the sun
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Water

Descripción


Price

​Until April 30, 2026

  • Adult: CLP$ 58.000 per person.

From November 1, 2026

  • Adult: CLP$ 64.000 per person.


We will pick you up from your hotel in La Serena to head north towards Chañaral de Aceituno cove, the departure point for this maritime adventure.


You will board a boat for a 1 hour and 40 minute navigation (weather permitting), where you will have the chance to spot whales, dolphins, sea lions, and seabirds. Our expert guide will share fascinating information while you capture unforgettable photos of the local wildlife.


After the navigation, you will stop at a rustic restaurant in Los Choros cove to enjoy a traditional lunch and take a short rest before heading back.


Finally, we will return to La Serena, closing a day filled with marine life, coastal landscapes, and an extraordinary whale watching experience.


*From May to Octobr there are less probabilities to see whales, because it is not the time in which these animals visit the coast. If you don't see whales, there will be no refund.


*The pickup is made only in downtown La Serena and in the Hotel Enjoy Coquimbo. After making your booking we will indicate if it is inside the downtown pickup area. If you are staying in Coquimbo or outside downtown area, we will set a meeting point.


*While the probability of sighting is very high, please note that nature is unpredictable, so sightings are not 100% guaranteed.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The tour is operated on an open boat with individual seats and capacity for approximately 30 passengers. Everyone sails with a life jacket included, meeting the service’s safety standards.

  • To book Whale Watching Chanaral Island, 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 8 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.
CLP$58.000
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