Los Vilos is the gateway to Choapa and the closest coastal getaway to Santiago on Route 5. Its identity lies in its fishing coves, seafood cooking and beaches that alternate rocky shores with quiet sand.
From the seafront you can spot sea lions, penguins and marine otters, and since December 2025 the town has its own museum room dedicated to the Los Vilos Man, one of the oldest prehistoric finds in the country. It is the natural stop to eat and stretch your legs before heading on to the beach, the valley or the mountains; to stay overnight, Pichidangui and the Quilimarí Valley are 25 minutes away.
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Low-glycaemic pastries suitable for people with diabetes or insulin resistance, and organic products served at the table. For those who want to look after their sugar without giving up dessert.
Los Vilos is the gateway; to stay overnight and enjoy the sea, the offer is a step away in the neighbouring resort and valley.
Signature experiences in Pichidangui and the Quilimarí Valley: hikes to quartz mines with sound therapy, sunrise SUP yoga, forest bathing, summit climbs and private dinners under the stars. Small groups, far from mass tourism.
Hotel facing Pichidangui beach, with sea views and direct access from Route 5. Comfortable for those passing through, family holidays and companies working in the area. Cristián looks after you at reception.
Guided kayak and stand-up paddle crossings to Pichidangui island, with equipment rental to go out on your own. Gustavo knows the local sea and plans each outing around the group's level, from beginners to experienced paddlers.
Chilean hot dogs, steak sandwiches and fruit waffles at the southern entrance to Pichidangui. Open all week, not just weekends, with friendly service for locals, workers and visitors.
A place of peace to reconnect with nature and with yourself. Stays in ecological adobe cabins with healthy, natural food, plus healing sessions with quartz singing bowls and gong.
A native mineral shop on the Quartz Route, shipping across Chile. Guided mineral collecting on the family's own land, a café and handmade quartz crafts.
