Antofagasta Chile Travel Guide
Follow this timeline to organize your trip effectively, minimizing pressure and maximizing enjoyment.
Outline your journey from initial research to final departure details.
Confirm visa requirements; ensure passport validity for six months beyond departure.
Book your international flights to Santiago (SCL).
Purchase comprehensive travel insurance from World Nomads.
Reserve internal flights from Santiago to Antofagasta (ANF); finalize major accommodations.
Arrange a rental car (as needed) and ensure you have an International Driving Permit (IDP).
Inform your bank of travel plans to prevent card blocks. Consider a VPN like NordVPN.
Pack your bags, confirming all flight, accommodation, and tour bookings.
Exchange a small amount of Chilean Pesos; download essential apps with offline maps.
Arrange for pet/home care and confirm your residence.
Secure these reservations early to avoid disappointment, especially during peak season.
Become acquainted with the destination to add to your journey.
Ensure your home is secure and cared for while you are away.
Make photocopies or take photos of your passport, visa, and Tourist Card. Store them in cloud storage and email them to yourself, kept separate from the originals. This helps if documents are lost or stolen.
These constitute the immediate steps to take upon landing in Antofagasta.
Show your passport and receive your Tourist Card (Tarjeta de Turismo). Keep this document safe.
Retrieve your checked bags from the carousel.
Locate an ATM or currency exchange for Chilean Pesos; get a local SIM card.
Find your pre-booked airport transfer to accommodation (shuttle, taxi, or ride-sharing service).
Settle into your accommodation and become acquainted with the immediate area.
Purchase purified water in bottles and snacks, especially if you arrive late.
Ensure you have enough local currency for immediate needs (e.g., small purchases, tips).
Purchase bottled water and snacks, especially if you arrive late.
Use your pre-booked shared shuttle, licensed taxi, or ride-share app (Uber/Cabify) from Andrés Sabella Gálvez Airport (ANF) to your hotel.
Confirm the fare or ensure the meter is on.
Familiarize yourself with your hotel's immediate neighborhood.
Locate nearby pharmacies, convenience stores, and dining options.
Be sure to keep your Visitor Card with your passport until you depart Chile. This document is required for immigration.
Organize your departure to ensure a smooth and timely exit.
Ensure all documents and organization are in order for a seamless exit.
Always carry your Tourist Card (Tarjeta de Turismo) with your passport.
This document is essential for a smooth departure from Chile.
