Coquimbo

Coquimbo stands apart from other cruise ports with its rare blend of maritime calm, historic wooden architecture, and dramatic desert coastline that meets the Pacific. The name itself evokes placidity—“place of calm waters”—a welcoming contrast to busier ports and a signal that ships arrive to a relaxed, well‑orchestrated gateway. Here, signature experiences begin as you stroll the seafront and the historic quarter, where early British and American settlers left elaborately carved woodwork and enduring facades that remain among Chile’s most evocative architectural treasures. From the port, guests can easily reach sun‑soaked beaches amid a striking desert landscape, the resort town of La Serena, and the Elqui Valley, a high‑altitude corridor famed for pisco production and some of the world’s clearest night skies thanks to renowned observatories. Onshore and onboard alike, Coquimbo celebrates Chilean culture through guided tastings of fresh seafood, crisp wines, and iconic pisco sours, complemented by stories of the region’s mineral exports and maritime history. Onboard services match the setting with thoughtful dining that highlights regional flavors, wellness and enrichment options, and attentive guest services designed to streamline embarkation and shore experiences. The port’s fleet‑friendly facilities—modern terminals, scalable berthing, and efficient turnaround capabilities—accommodate a wide range of ships, from intimate mid‑size vessels to contemporary large liners, making Coquimbo not just a stopover but a destination‑driven gateway to La Serena, the Elqui Valley, and stargazing adventures under Chile’s famously clear skies.