The Top 10 Things To See And Do In Bahia Inglesa Chile

Between Antofagasta and La Serena is the tiny little coastal town of Bahia Inglesa. Many travelers don’t even know it exits let alone that it exists in Chile. With the typically chilly (no pun intended) waters in this area, seeing the baby blue sea and white sands will make you believe that the photo is portraying another country, but these Caribbean-esque beaches and water are definitely in Chile, and definitely worth a visit.

Bahia Mako

The coast around this area curves in and out, creating tiny coves and open bays, and one of the most beautiful ones is Mako Bay. Large rocks and rocky headlands on either side give the bay shelter from wind, as well as waves, and a deep strip of sand makes Bahia Mako a great place to bring your sun umbrella and treat yourself to a much needed day at the beach.

Windsurfing

The completely open ocean in front of Bahia Inglesa makes for high winds, which can be annoying for people trying to get in a ciesta at the beach but makes for perfect conditions for windsurfing. You can take lessons if you are a beginner, or rent the equipment and step out on your own if you are a veteran.

1. Casa Tornini Museum

Museum

In the neighbouring town to the north of Bahia Inglesa, you will find Cadera which is considerably bigger than Bahia Inglesa, but that’s not saying much. It is great to visit for the day and stop in at the Casa Tornini Museum, one of the oldest buildings in the area and one which houses articles significant to Chilean history: the War on the Pacific as well as the influx of Italian immigrants.

Diving

With gorgeous blue waters like this, you will naturally want to get in and you might as well get below the windy surface and see what lurks below on a dive tour. Link up with a tour company in Bahia Inglesa and organize a dive or two off the coast, and see a great transition of scenery and marine life along the ocean floor.

2. Stone Zoo

Zoo

This zoo is open 24 hours and has no fences and no cages whatsoever – but do not expect much interaction from the animals as they are made of stone … literally. The wind and ocean spray have shaped the coast here and some rocks resemble the shapes of animals. It’s been named the Zoológico de Piedra (Stone Zoo) and even has signs next to some shapes saying what animal they represent.