Ancient Arica Tour: From the Pacific to the Azapa Valley

Discover more than 10,000 years of history on a journey from the Pacific coast of Arica to the fertile Azapa Valley.

Explore the historic center of Arica and visit the iconic Morro de Arica, one of the best viewpoints overlooking the city and the Pacific Ocean, while learning about the events that shaped northern Chile.

Continue into the Azapa Valley, a green oasis surrounded by one of the driest deserts in the world. Along the way, discover ancient geoglyphs and archaeological landscapes that reveal how different cultures lived, traveled, and adapted to this extreme environment.

A key part of the experience is the fascinating legacy of the Chinchorro culture, internationally recognized for developing one of the world’s oldest known traditions of artificial mummification.

Arica Milenaria combines history, archaeology, desert landscapes, and local culture, offering a deeper understanding of the identity and heritage of northern Chile.