Chile

The Atacama, Patagonia, wine valleys and Easter Island in one long, thin country.
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chile

from desert to ice

Chile stretches more than 4,000 kilometres from the driest desert on earth to the glaciers of Patagonia. In between are vineyards, lakes, volcanoes and the lively capital, Santiago.

The Atacama and Torres del Paine are the headline acts, and both are home to excellent all-inclusive lodges with guided excursions.

where to go

where to go

  1. 01

    The Atacama Desert

    Salt flats, geysers, lagoons and the clearest skies.

  2. 02

    Torres del Paine

    Granite towers, glaciers and lakes in Patagonia.

  3. 03

    Santiago

    The capital, with mountains on the doorstep.

  4. 04

    The Lake District

    Volcanoes, lakes and forests.

  5. 05

    Colchagua

    Chile's leading wine valley.

  6. 06

    Easter Island

    The moai of Rapa Nui.

when to go

the seasons in chile

The best time depends on the region. Patagonia is best in the southern summer.

September to November

spring

Good for the Atacama, the wine valleys and the Lake District.

December to February

summer

The best time for Patagonia, with long days.

March to May

autumn

Autumn colours and the wine harvest.

where to stay

hotels we love

Looking for something different? We know many more hotels and villas in Chile, and we'll happily suggest the right one for you.

experiences

what we love to arrange

Stargazing

Look at the Atacama sky through a telescope.

Hike to the towers

Walk to the base of the Torres del Paine.

Wine tasting

Visit the best wineries in Colchagua.

El Tatio geysers

See the geysers at sunrise.

Rapa Nui

Explore the moai with a local guide.

Horse riding

Ride with gauchos in Patagonia.

good to know

questions we’re often asked

Anything else you’d like to know? Simply ask us.

When is the best time to visit Chile?

October to April for Patagonia; the Atacama is good all year.

How long do we need?

At least twelve nights for the Atacama and Patagonia.

Is Chile good for families?

Yes, especially for active families.

Can we combine Chile and Argentina?

Yes, particularly in Patagonia.

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