Audio Guide of Valley of Enchantment

The Valley of Enchantment is open during the following hours:Winter (April to September): 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.Summer (October to March): 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.If you do not have a car, you can take a bus or taxi from Ovalle toward the Río Hurtado area and ask to get off at the Valley of Enchantment junction. From there, it is about a 2 km walk. We recommend contacting the Ovalle Tourism Office for more direct options: +56 532 628900.

General admission to the Valley of Enchantment is 1,500 Chilean pesos. We do not currently have specific information about discounts for locals or students, but we recommend checking directly at the entrance or with the Ovalle Tourism Office: +56 532 628900.

To fully enjoy the Valley of Enchantment, it is recommended to set aside at least 2 to 3 hours. This will allow you to walk the trails at a relaxed pace and take time to observe the petroglyphs, pictographs, and geological formations. If you enjoy photography or simply want to relax, you may want to extend your visit.

The Valley of Enchantment is an archaeological site of great importance, inhabited by pre-Columbian cultures such as the Molle and Diaguita. Petroglyphs are stone carvings depicting human figures, animals, and abstract symbols, while pictographs are paintings. They are believed to have had ritual, ceremonial, or communicative meanings, although their exact interpretation remains a subject of study and fascination. We invite you to bring our audio guide for an immersive experience of its history: iaudioguia.com.

The best time of year to visit the Valley of Enchantment is during spring (September to November) or autumn (March to May), when temperatures are more pleasant. In summer, it can be very hot. The best time of day is early morning or late afternoon, as the light enhances the carvings and the atmosphere is more peaceful.

The Valley of Enchantment has dirt trails and some uneven terrain, which may make access difficult for wheelchair users or people with very limited mobility. While part of the site can be appreciated, the full route may not be completely accessible. We recommend contacting the administration directly for more detailed information about current conditions: +56 532 628900.

Near the Valley of Enchantment, in Limarí Province, you can visit Pichasca Natural Monument, with its geological formations and fossils, or explore the Limarí Valley, famous for its vineyards and pisco producers. You can also explore Ovalle and visit its model market, the Limarí Museum, or head to the Southern Cross Observatory for an astronomical experience.

For the best visit, we recommend bringing comfortable walking shoes, sun protection (a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen), plenty of water, and something to eat. Don’t forget to bring a camera to capture the beauty of the place. Consider downloading our audio guide at iaudioguia.com for a complete immersion in the history and meaning of the valley.