Pica
Chile · Regi�n de Tarapac�CL
Chilean oasis and town in Atacama Desert
Pica is a Chilean town and commune in Tamarugal Province, Tarapacá Region. Situated in the inland of the Atacama Desert on an oasis, Pica is famous for its small and unusually acidic limes known as Limón de Pica. The town has a communal hot spring with a surface temperature of 40 °C, which makes it a popular bath place in the middle of the desert. It has hotels and all basic services. The town lies four kilometers to the northeast of the oasis village of Matilla.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Coordinates
- -20.491, -69.331
- Timezone
- America/Santiago
- Elevation
- 1106 m
Overview of Pica
Pica belongs to Regi�n de Tarapac�, Chile and has the feel of a place. The local offer centres on adventure, wellness and water sports. Season planning starts with its southern-hemisphere location. Elevation is roughly 1,106 metres.
Things to do in Pica
Adventure in Pica
(2)For adventure, expect Amusement Parks and Theme Parks. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Pica.
Wellness in Pica
(2)The wellness shortlist for Pica: Farms and Hammam. All of it is drawn from Pica's recorded activities. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Water Sports in Pica
(1)Under water sports, Pica is tagged with Jet Skiing. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Pica.
Best time to visit Pica
The shoulder months of October to November and March to April suit hiking and outdoor days. Snow activities belong to June to August.
Getting there & around
Small places like Pica are best explored by car or on two wheels after reaching Regi�n de Tarapac�. Time zone: America/Santiago.
Similar destinations
Places near Pica that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Pica known for?
- Pica, in Regi�n de Tarapac�, Chile, is best known for adventure, wellness and water sports. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here.
- What can you do in Pica?
- Recorded activities in Pica include Amusement Parks, Theme Parks, Farms, Hammam and Jet Skiing. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Pica?
- The shoulder months of October to November and March to April suit hiking and outdoor days. Snow activities belong to June to August.
- Where is Pica located?
- Pica is located in Regi�n de Tarapac�, Chile. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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