Motorcycle dual-purpose and Adventure Chile, Antakari route

The Antakari or Las Estrellas Route is a circuit that joins the towns of Andacollo, Río Hurtado, Vicuña and the towns of the Elqui Valley. The second day of the trip is from Illapel heading north and from Ovalle we head east through valleys, slopes and reservoirs. We take the Antakari route from the town of Samo Alto, 40 kilometers from Ovalle, and it includes 40 paved kilometers along a narrow and winding road to the town of Hurtado. The road passes through several towns with heritage churches.

The 45-kilometre section between Hurtado and Vicuña is the most interesting for motorcycle lovers as it has many slopes, curves and is dirt. It is well compacted and wide, so it is not too complex for motorists with little experience on this type of road. There are several points with panoramic views, abundant fauna (Tricahues parrots) and you can see the Tololo observatory. From Vicuña, the trip to Pisco Elqui is another 40 kilometers