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Mejillones Peninsula

A massive, distinctively shaped landmass protruding into the Pacific shortly after takeoff from Antofagasta.

Hornitos Cliffs

Stunning views of the turquoise waters and white sand beaches framed by high coastal cliffs.

Coastal Escarpment

The dramatic wall of the Coast Range dropping nearly 1,000 meters straight into the ocean.

Tocopilla Coast

An aerial view of this industrial port city squeezed between the mountains and the sea.

Patillos Salt Port

Specialized piers and large ships loading salt from the nearby inland salt flats near Iquique.

Andes Cordillera

The high peaks of the Andes are visible in the distance, often with snow caps even in the hyper-arid Atacama.

Open-Pit Mines

Massive geometric scars in the earth and vibrant evaporation ponds from northern Chile's famous mining industry.

Rio Loa Canyon

The deep, narrow gorge carved by Chile's longest river as it struggles to cross the Atacama Desert.

Salar de Llamara

Bright white salt crusts visible from high altitude, creating a striking contrast with the brown pampa.

Pampa del Tamarugal

The vast, flat interior desert plains that showcase the sheer scale and emptiness of the Atacama.