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Discover the nitrate boom in the heart of the Chilean desert.
Visit Humberstone and Santa Laura with a local guide.
Learn about the lives of saltpeter workers and the "White Gold" legacy.
A heritage tour full of history and reflection.
What to expect
9:00 AM – Pick-up from Accommodation in Iquique
Comfortable transport will pick up participants from their accommodation to begin the experience.
30 Minutes9:30 AM – Scenic Transition into the Desert
As we leave the city and coast behind, enjoy the changing landscape en route to the Atacama Desert.
30 Minutes10:00 AM – Arrival at Humberstone
Tour the preserved remains of the saltpeter town: the school, church and theater, while the guide shares historical context.
1 Hour11:30 AM – Transfer to Santa Laura
Short transfer to the neighboring industrial site.
15 Minutes11:45 AM – Visit to Santa Laura
Explore the structures and learn about the saltpeter extraction process and its economic legacy.
1 Hour1:00 PM – Return and Reflection
Begin the return journey while reflecting on the historical impact of the "White Gold" era.
1 Hour2:00 PM – Return to Accommodation in Iquique
Drop-off at participants' accommodations.
15 MinutesWhat you should know
What to bring
- Comfortable footwear
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
Not allowed
- Alcoholic beverages
- Pets
Important information
- Minimum age: 0 years (accompanied by an adult)
- Duration: Approximately 5 hours
What is included
- Transfers
- Guide
- Light snack
What is not included
- Lunch
- Entry tickets to Humberstone and Santa Laura
Location
Iquique, Tarapacá, Chile: Iquique, Tarapacá, Chile
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