With the intention that you have the best experience with us and discover all the wonders of Chile,
we leave you suggestions to know magical places from north to south of our country.
Travel to northern Chile and live the unique experience of its starry skies.
In the north of Chile there are the clearest and cleanest skies in the southern hemisphere, where you can see in its incredible nights, all kinds of constellations, planets and shooting stars. In Chile we have some of the best scientific observatories in the world.
ALMA, the largest observatory in the world, is located only 50 kilometers from San Pedro de Atacama. There are free guided tours on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year. The demand is high and it is recommended to book as far in advance as possible and even get on the waiting list.
The Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory is located in the Elqui Valley, approximately 80 km from the city of La Serena, in the Coquimbo Region, Chile, at an altitude of 2200 meters above sea level. It is open to the public every Saturday of the year, with two free guided tours, at 9 am and 1 pm.
The Paranal Observatory is an astronomical observatory located in the commune of Taltal, in the Second Region of Antofagasta. It also has guided tours on Saturdays, which must be booked in advance here.( https://www.eso.org/public/chile/about-eso/visitors/paranal/ )
The Pailalén Astronomical Observatory is located only 50 km from Santiago, specifically in Fundo San Lorenzo, Cajón del Maipo. Pailalén has a restaurant, astronomical observatory, cafeteria, audiovisual room, extensive trails, which together with the clarity of its skies will make your visit an unforgettable experience.
Chile’s soils and climate make it a perfect place to grow delicious, world-renowned wines.
In Casablanca and Valparaíso, you will find exquisite Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay grown and produced with the refreshing influence of the Pacific Ocean. You can learn about the Carménère winemaking process. Experience the grape harvest festival in March and April, one of Chile’s most deeply rooted traditions.
Internationally recognized for its immense wine production, come and enjoy the best Chilean flavors in the Casablanca Valley, nestled between the Coastal Mountain Range and the Pacific Ocean in the valleys of the central zone. This fertile valley is characterized by a refined white wine production and its varieties Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. A refreshing glass of white wine awaits you and fills the beautiful vineyards with flavor.
Just 1 hour from Santiago is the Maipo Valley, located at the foot of the Andes Mountains, with noble and fertile lands. This is one of the areas with the highest productivity and winemaking traditions. There is a great variety of vineyards and traditional Chilean activities in this sector, a favorite place for tourists and wine lovers. Come and taste wines of Cabernet Sauvignon, one of the best exponents of the country. Visit the different vineyards in this valley, which offers entertaining tours that include bike rides, tastings and exquisite cuisine. Do not hesitate, if you want to taste one of the best wines in the world and only a few kilometers from the capital, the Maipo Valley awaits you with multiple activities worth doing.
Known as the green north of Chile, the Limarí Valley is an oasis of natural beauty and breathtaking landscapes. Get to know the distinguished production of white wine and its delicious tropical fruits, such as papaya, a symbolic product of this area of the country. A classic is the Limarí Wine Route, which combines visits to important export wine cellars, where you can learn about the processes, production and distribution of this exquisite product, as well as part of the history of this place. The vineyards in this area are famous for their Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet varietals. You can also take the opportunity to learn about the production of pisco, a grape distillate of great relevance in Chile. Enjoy the various activities in the Limarí Valley!
Do you like adventures? Then Chile has the best experiences for you. Descend mountains and volcanoes skiing or in beautiful trekking. Enjoy the Pacific Ocean and our beautiful lakes practicing water sports such as diving, surfing, kayaking and kitesurfing in the immensity of the Pacific Ocean.
Glide across the dunes on a sandboard, canopy through lush landscapes or trek through the extensive Andes Mountains. And if sport fishing is your thing, try your hand at fishing in the rivers and lakes of southern Chile.
Descend mountains and volcanoes with your skis on or practice water sports such as diving, surfing, kayaking and kitesurfing in the immensity of the Pacific Ocean. Glide across the dunes on a sandboard or canopy through lush landscapes.
Trekking trails in the vast Andes Mountains await you throughout much of Chile: from treks that take place in the Altiplano in the north, at more than 4,000 meters of altitude, to mountaineering circuits of varying complexity in the internationally famous Torres del Paine National Park.
Did you know that in the south of Chile we have incredible places to practice fly fishing? No matter if you are an expert or if it is the first time you try it, Route 7 or Carretera Austral de Chile, is your destination if you want to fish in rivers and lakes. Its 1,200 km long, starting in the city of Puerto Montt, will allow you to reach numerous national parks, which not only stand out for the beauty of their natural environment, but also for the clarity and color of their waters. Do not miss the Puelo, Futaleufú, Petrohué and Palena rivers, where you will not only find the ideal conditions to practice this fascinating and ancestral sport, but also an incredible native nature.
Hiking or trekking is the best way to visit Chile and get to know its wonderful landscapes from a privileged view. The tour begins at Laguna Lejía in the heart of San Pedro de Atacama. From there you can start an excursion to more than 4 thousand meters above sea level, which includes the sighting of volcanoes, hills and the impressive Miscanti Lagoon. The trails of La Campana National Park near Valparaíso are a must-see in the central zone. Near Santiago, in the Cajón del Maipo, the El Morado Natural Monument will reward you with a white snow-capped peak. In the south, the Huerquehue National Park surprises with the Caburgua Lake and the Villarrica National Park. And Patagonia is an unmissable destination that offers national parks and reserves with tours of varying levels of difficulty.
Do you like adventures? Then Chile has the best experiences for you. Descend mountains and volcanoes skiing or in beautiful trekking. Enjoy the Pacific Ocean and our beautiful lakes practicing water sports such as diving, surfing, kayaking and kitesurfing in the immensity of the Pacific Ocean.
Glide across the dunes on a sandboard, canopy through lush landscapes or trek through the extensive Andes Mountains. And if sport fishing is your thing, try your hand at fishing in the rivers and lakes of southern Chile.
Descend mountains and volcanoes with your skis on or practice water sports such as diving, surfing, kayaking and kitesurfing in the immensity of the Pacific Ocean. Glide across the dunes on a sandboard or canopy through lush landscapes.
Trekking trails in the vast Andes Mountains await you throughout much of Chile: from treks that take place in the Altiplano in the north, at more than 4,000 meters of altitude, to mountaineering circuits of varying complexity in the internationally famous Torres del Paine National Park.
It is located in the coastal sector of the Antofagasta Region and has marine and terrestrial environments, so the fauna is diverse and abundant. Among the marine animals, we can mention the chungungo or sea otter, and the sea lion. In the coastal environment, there is also a large number of birds, such as gulls, terns, pelicans, cormorants, plovers, sandpipers and pilpilenes. Associated with the continental sectors with more vegetation, foxes and guanacos, the largest wild camelid in Chile, can be observed.
La Campana National Park is a wilderness area protected by the State of Chile in the Valparaiso Region. It is one of the most representative natural areas of the flora and fauna of the central zone of the country. In addition, Unesco has declared this park, together with the area of Lake Peñuelas, a biosphere reserve. It stands out mainly for the "Palmar de Ocoa", one of the last natural forests of Chilean palm (Jubaea chilensis), a species endemic to Chile.
Conguillío National Park is located in the Araucanía Region, 148 km northeast of Temuco, Chile. The beauty of the park is due to its lakes and lagoons, the Llaima volcano, its native vegetation, highlighting the araucarias, ñirres, coihues, lengas, palos santos, raulíes, among others, which together with the varied plants and flowers make up one of the most visited parks in Chile.
