Our intention is that you have the best experience with us and discover all the amazing things in Chile; therefore, we give you some suggestions so you can discover magic places from north to south in our country.

Travel North of Chile and live the unique experience of its stary skies.

In the north of Chile, we have the clearest and cleanest skies of the Southern hemisphere, where you will be able to see, during 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

Only 50 kilometers away from San Pedro de Atacama, there is ALMA, the biggest observatory in the world. There are guided and free tours on Saturdays and Sundays. There is always high demand, so it is suggested to reserve in advance and even register yourself on the waiting list.

More information: https://welcu.com/alma/visit-2018?locale=es

CERRO TOLOLO OBSERVATORY

The Interamerican Observatory of Cerro Tololo is located in the valle de Elqui, approximately 80 kms away from the city of La Serena, in the Región de Coquimbo, Chile, at 2,200 mts above sea level.

More information: https://astroturismochile.travel/observatorio-cerro-tololo/

PARANAL OBSERVATORY

Observatorio Paranal is an astronomic observatory located in Taltal, Second Region of Antofagasta. It also has guided tours on Saturdays, which have to be reserved in advance here

More information: https://www.eso.org/public/teles-instr/paranal-observatory/

PAILALÉN OBSERVATORY

Pailalen Astronomic Observatory is located only 50 kms from Santiago, specifically at Fundo San Lorenzo, Cajón del Maipo.

Pailalén has a Restaurant, astronomic observatory, coffee shop, audiovisual room, wide paths, which, together with the clarity of the sky, will turn your visit into an unforgettable experience.

More information: https://www.pailalen.cl/

Chile’s Land and weather combine so well to make it the perfect place to cultivate delicious and worldwide renowned wines.

In Casablanca and Valparaíso, you will find exquisite Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay wines, cultivated and produced with the refreshing influence of the Pacific Ocean. You will be able to get to know the process of Carménère elaboration. Be part of the Vintage Party in March and April, one of the most ingrained traditions in Chile.

CASABLANCA VALLEY

This Valley is widely renowned for its huge wine production.  Come enjoy the best Chilean flavors in Valle de Casablanca, located between the Cordillera de la Costa and the Pacific Ocean, in the valleys of the central zone. This fruitful valley is characterized by a refined elaboration of white wine and its varieties of Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. A refreshing white wine glass awaits you… flavorfully filling up the beautiful vineyards.

Viña Miramar (poner foto con nombre de la Viña)

https://www.chile.travel/donde-ir/destino/valle-de-casablanca/

MAIPO VALLEY AND PIRQUE

Only one hour away from Santiago is Valle del Maipo, located at the bottom of the Cordillera de Los Andes.  Its land is fertile and noble. This is one of the zones with the highest productivity and wine traditions. There is a wide range of vineyards and traditional activities of Chile in this area, favorite place of tourists and wine lovers.

Come taste Cabernet Sauvignon wines, highlighted among the best exponents in the country. Visit the different vineyards in this valley, which offers fun tours that include biking, tastings, and exquisite gastronomy. Do not hesitate! If you want to try one of the best wines in the world and only a few minutes from the city, Valle del Maipo is waiting for you with multiple activities worth trying.

Viña Concha y Toro: https://conchaytoro.com/

LIMARÍ VALLEY

Known as the green valley of Chile, Limarí Valley is a natural beauty oasis with spectacular landscapes. Come see its distinguished production of white wine and its delicious tropical fruits, like the papaya, symbol product of this part of the country. One Must is to Ride the Ruta del Vino of Limarí (Wine Route), which combines visits to important Export-wine cellars, where you will get to know the processes, manufacturing, and distribution of this exquisite product, and also get to know the history of this place. The vineyards in this area are famous for its Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Cabernet varietals. Furthermore, you will be able to take advantage of the occasion and get to know up front and personal the production of pisco, grape distilled of great relevance in Chile. Enjoy the several activities at Limarí Valley!

Tabalí Vineyard: https://tienda.tabali.com/

Do you like adventure? Then Chile has the best experiences for you. Climb down mountains and volcanoes by skiing or doing beautiful trekking paths.  Enjoy the Pacific Ocean and our gorgeous lakes practicing water sports like diving, surf, kayak, and kitesurf.

Slide down the dunes with a sandboard, go across leafy vegetation landscapes on a canoe, or go trekking through the immense Cordillera de Los Andes. And if you are into sport fishing, go deep into the rivers and lakes of the south of Chile.

Trekking paths through the wide and long Cordillera de Los Andes await you along most of the Chilean landscape: from walks made in the northern Altiplano, at over 4,000 meters of altitude, to mountain circuits of different complexity at the worldwide famous Parque Nacional Torres del Paine.

Carretera Austral, a Natural Paradise for Fly Fishing

Did you know that in the South of Chile we have incredible places to practice fly fishing? It doesn’t matter if you are an expert or if it is the first time you try…. Route 7 or Carretera Austral de Chile, is your destination if you want to fish in rivers and lakes. Its long 1,200 kms, that start in the city of Puerto Montt, will allow you to get to numerous National parks, not only famous for their natural surrounding beauty, but also for the clarity and color of its waters.

Don’t miss Puelo, Futaleufú, Petrohué, and Palena rivers, where not only will you find the ideal conditions to practice this fascinating and ancestral sport, but also an incredible indigenous nature.

Hiking y trekking

Hiking or trekking is the best way to travel through Chile and get to know its amazing landscapes from a privileged view. The ride begins at Laguna Lejía in the heart of San Pedro de Atacama. From there you can start an excursion to over 4,000 meters of altitude, which includes seeing volcanoes, hills, and the stunning Miscanti Lagoon.

A Must in the central area are the paths through Parque Nacional La Campana, near Valparaíso. Close to Santiago, you have Cajón del Maipo; Monumento Natural El Morado will amaze you with a white snowed top.  In the South, Parque Nacional Huerquehue surprises you with Caburgua Lake and Parque Nacional Villarrica.  And Patagonia is another Must-destination that offers parks and National reserves with trails of different levels of difficulty.

Enjoy nature and look at Chile’s endemic species. Take a walk across Parque Nacional Pan de Azúcar in the north. In the central zone, explore Parque Nacional La Campana, that was declared Biosphere Reserve. More to the South, you will be able to get to know Reserva Nacional Radal Siete Tazas and Parque Nacional Villarrica, and live the adventure at Parque Nacional Vicente Pérez Rosales and Parque Nacional Torres del Paine, in Patagonia.

Pan de Azúcar National Park

It is located on the coast of Region of Antofagasta; it has marine and land environments, hence fauna being diverse and abundant. Among the sea animals you can find the chungungo or sea nutria, and the one-hair wolf. In the coastal environment there’s also great amounts of birds, such as seagulls, terns, pelicans, cormorants, chorlitoes, sandpipers, and oystercatchers. In the more vegetated continental areas you can spot foxes and Andean Mammal, the biggest wild camelid in Chile.

More information: www.aspticket.cl

La Campana National Park

La Campana National Park is a wild area, protected by Chile in the Region of Valparaíso. It is one of the natural areas which mostly represent flora and fauna of the central zone in the country. Furthermore, Unesco has declared this park, together with the area of  Peñuelas Lake, Biosphere Reserva. It is mainly characterized by the «Palmar de Ocoa», one of the last natural forests of Chilean Palm (Jubaea chilensis),  endemic species in Chile.

More information: https://www.conaf.cl/parques/parque-nacional-la-campana/

Conguillio National Park

Conguillio National Park is located in the Araucania Region, 148 kms Northwest of Temuco, in Chile.
The beauty of the park is due to its lakes and lagoons, Llaima Volcano, its native vegetation, especially the Araucarias, the different Nothofagus, palos santos, among others, which, together with the various plants and flowers, form one of the most visited parks in Chile.

More information: www.sendasconguillio.cl