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It is a small resort known for its white sandy beaches and
its warm, calm waters.
Its name remembers an English corsair, Edward David, whose ship
reached its coast in 1687. The local gastronomy consists mainly
of seafood and the preferred varieties are large oysters, flounder,
and albacore. As far as accommodations are concerned, there
are cabanas, campsites, motels, and houses that can be rented
throughout the season. The most important restaurants and services
are located at the port of Caldera, just a couple of miles from
the locale.
Location
Atacama Region, 80 km (50 mi) northeast of Copiapo.
6 km. (3.75 mi) south of Caldera. Map
When to go
Year-round.
Attractions
Beaches, culinary tour.
How to get there
From Santiago to Copiapo by airplane, public transportation
or car. From Caldera by way of the
Atacama Desert Airport, located 20 kms. south of the city of Caldera and 60 kms. from Copiapo. From Copiapo to Bahia Inglesa take the Panamerican
Highway to the northeast, after 66 km there is a 6
km detour to Bahia Inglesa. See
Transport
Activities
Hiking, windsurfing, sea kayak, swimming. Activities Index
Services
Food, lodging, transportation, roads, restaurants.
Surroundings
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