Camping Río Mágico

Amazing view of the river (added by manager 21 Apr 2016)

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  • In an area of spectacular scenery surrounded by mountains
  • First-rate stargazing setting among clear and dark skies
  • Playground, picnic areas and barbecue area
Camping Río Mágico is in an area of spectacular scenery surrounded by mountains, in the Elqui Valley on the Andes mountain range. Its Cochiguaz location is a first-rate stargazing setting, among some of the clearest, darkest skies on earth. Among the stunning local landscapes is Río Mágico lake with its natural pools surrounded by mountains. The area is a designated Dark Sky Sanctuary, one of the most rare dark places left on the planet. The comfortable and modern facilities in this rural setting include a playground, picnic areas, a washing-up area, toilets and showers. Barbecues are permitted in the designated area.

Site type

Motorhome pitches 70
Tent pitches 70
Touring caravan pitches 70

Tourist board rating

Languages spoken

English

Spanish

Features

Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Rallies welcome

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Forest

Lake and/or mountain

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Nearby farmers' market

Shop nearby

Type

Large (51-200 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Climbing nearby

Cycle hire nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Restaurant nearby

Location

Camping Río Mágico

Km 11 Camino Unico

Cochiguaz

Pisco Elqui

Elqui

Chile

0

Directions

Timezone

America/Santiago -0300 (GMT-03:00)

GPS

-30.14286°N
-70.40729°W

Route directions

From La Serena, take route CH-41 up to kilometre-marker 100.

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Many traces and ruins of ancient tribes living here centuries ago are in the area, such as the Guanaco Stone a huge rock carved with petroglyphs dating back to Inca, Diaguita and El Molle ancient times. Choose among the many tours available to visit the surrounding natural reserve or go hiking around the local mountains. Stargazing is one of the most popular activities in this area. The Alfa Aldea observatory offers small, personalised astronomical tours in English or Spanish, and you can also visit Mamalluca Observatory, 9km northeast of Vicuña and one of the most popular attractions in the area. At higher altitudes of 2,200 metres is the Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory. For a taste of local drinks, visit Pisquera Aba, a family-run pisquera in business for almost a century and with info on the local pisco production. If you prefer beer, take a tour around Cervecería Guayacan.

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  • Does Camping Río Mágico have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Camping Río Mágico dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Camping Río Mágico? Many traces and ruins of ancient tribes living here centuries ago are in the area, such as the Guanaco Stone a huge rock carved with petroglyphs dating back to Inca, Diaguita and … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Camping Río Mágico?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  8 a.m. –  11:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  4 p.m.
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