Chile

Meet a land of extreme as diverse landscapes unfurl over a 4300 km stretch: parched dunes, fertile valleys, volcanoes, ancient forests, massive glaciers and fjords. Rich reds, crisp whites and floral rosés, enjoy Chilean wine culture, leisure of overlapping conversations with uncorking, and the gaze that's met at the clink of two glasses.

Destination in a Nutshell

756,950 km²

Area

19.12 million

Populations

Santiago

Capital

Quick Facts

Approximately one-third of the population lives in Santiago.
Chile is one of the longest countries in the world with around 2,900 volcanoes.
Easter Island isn’t close to the rest of Chile.
The Atacama Desert is one of the driest deserts in the world.
Chile is the seventh-largest wine producer in the world.
There are six UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Chile.
Currency: Chilean Peso
Language: Spanish
Time zone: GMT -4

Best Time to Visit:

Shoulder Season: September to November and March to May

These months are the best time to visit Santiago, temperature wise.
The Lakes District is pleasant from September to November and April brings the blazing colours of fall foliage in the south. Wine country has grape harvests and wine festivals in March.

High Season: November to February

Summer months are best for visiting Chile. Patagonia is at its best from December to February and the beaches throng with crowds from late December through January.
This is the most expensive time to travel as it's Chile’s high season.

Low Season: June to August

Best time for Snow Sports such as skiing as the snow is abundant. This is also a good time to visit the north when the tourists slim out a little.
There are only dew services on the Carretera Austral, particularly as mountain passes can be blocked by snow.

Encounters

Forest Wellness Treatment

Unwind in an exquisitely furnished massage rooms and look out into the quiet forest surroundings and the Liucura River.

Visit Patagonia National Park

Parque Patagonia has plenty to offer daring travellers, including hiking, camping, fly fishing, and bird watching.

Discover Marble Cave

Explore Northern Patagonia's volcanoes, mountains, glaciers, and lakes, a montage of some of the most breathtaking natural attractions Chile has to offer.

Atacama Desert 4×4 Excursion

Explore the dramatic geological changes in the desert on one of the many open-air 4x4 tours available.

Easter Island Ahu Tongariki

Be captivated by volcanic ash guardians on Easter Islands as you stroll or ride a bike around its immaculate grounds.

Chiloe Island Historic Streets

Take a tour to Chiloé's historic capital, which is distinguished by majestic wood-shingled homes that stand above the ground.

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