Arica, Chile

Cruise Port

Arica

City in Arica y Parinacota, Chile.

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Overview

Arica is a cruise port in Chile. It lies on the coast at approximately -18.478, -70.321.

About Arica

Arica is a port city and commune in the Arica Province of northern Chile’s Arica y Parinacota Region. It is Chile’s northernmost city, being located only 18 km (11 mi) south of the border with Peru. The city is the capital of both the Arica Province and the Arica and Parinacota Region. Arica is located at the bend of South America’s western coast known as the Arica Bend or Arica Elbow. It is also where two valleys which dissect the Atacama Desert, Azapa and Lluta, converge. These valleys provide citrus and olives for export.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Arica — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Arica

Montaje de Arica
Montaje de Arica
Morroarica2011
Morroarica2011
Arica after the earthquake
Arica after the earthquake
Batalla de Arica
Batalla de Arica

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 27°C in Feb and coolest around 19°C in Jun (average daytime highs).

Jan
26°
19°
Feb
27°
20°
Mar
27°
20°
Apr
24°
18°
May
21°
16°
Jun
19°
14°
Jul
19°
14°
Aug
19°
14°
Sep
19°
14°
Oct
21°
14°
Nov
22°
16°
Dec
25°
19°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Arica the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Arica, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →