Playa Cavancha
Iquique's most popular city beach, a crescent of golden sand sheltered from the waves, with hotels, restaurants, and surf schools lining the coastal boulevard.
Playa Cavancha lies just south of the city center. Sheltered by a peninsula, the bay has small waves and warmer water, making it one of the few beaches in northern Chile suitable for swimming, and lifeguards are on duty in summer. The rocky area at the northern end of the beach is a favorite for surfing and bodyboarding, and surf lessons are available. The coastal boulevard along the beach is ideal for walking and cycling, and in the evening you can watch the sunset and the paragliders landing on the sand. Nearby are hotels and seafood restaurants, as well as the small Cavancha Zoo and a casino. Entry is free.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Palacio Astoreca
- Museo Regional de Iquique
- Teatro Municipal de Iquique
- Plaza Prat & Torre Reloj
- Paseo Baquedano
- Playa Brava
- Casino Español
- Museo Naval de Iquique