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Chile
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Chile Highlights
Be amazed in the longest and ancient land of South America.
Chile includes a long narrow strip of land known as continental Chile, between the Pacific Ocean and the Andes, bordered in the north with Peru, the east by Bolivia and Argentina, and south by the Drake Passage.
In addition, island territories in the Pacific Ocean as the Juan Fernandez archipelago, the islands Desventuradas Sala y Gomez Island and Easter Island, the last two located in Polynesia, a total area of 756 102,4 km².
Tour ideas to visit Chile by Theme
Planning a trip to Chile is super interesting due to the wide variety of activities you can do. Surely you will find a thematic activity of your preference.
From the desert of Atacama to the cold areas of Punta Arenas, Chile awaits you with a travel style that that you are going to love.
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Tour ideas to visit Chile by Duration
It doesn’t matter if you plan to visit Chile for 2 days or for more than 15! It is a country so rich in experiences that it adapts to you perfectly. Whether it’s a quick visit to the luxury boutiques in Santiago or an adventure in Torres del Paine, or a tour through the pristine landscapes of the Carretera Austral.
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Travel Tips
Our main travel tips to enjoy a complete experience in Chile.
Learn more about the best season to visit this destination, currency, electrical connections, means of transport and much more!
Due to its extension, Chile is a country of beautiful and great contrasts, which constantly surprises as it offers a wide variety of possibilities to do within its territory.
Its continental territory occupies part of the southern part of the continent and limits to the north with Bolivia and Peru; to the east with Argentina; to the west and south with the Pacific Ocean.
The People
Chilean population belongs to two major ethnic groups, Criollos and Mestizos, who together constitute about 95% of the population.
The Criollos are mainly from the former Spanish immigration and European immigration occurred since the eighteenth century to the twentieth century.
The Mestizo population comes mainly from Spanish mixture of Castilian origin, Extremadura and the Basque and indigenous peoples belonging
mainly Diaguita picunche and Mapuche first two having disappeared during the Colony.
The Language
Chile´s official language is Spanish, but Mapudungun, the official language of the Mapuche Culture , is the tongue of the majority of the Indian population.
German and English is spoken in major visitor centers.
Best time to go
The best season for visiting Chile depends on whether you’re going to Patagonia, Atacama or Santiago.
Summer is the best time to visit Patagonia with warmer temperatures perfect for outdoor adventure.
High Season
(dec-march)
Best time for excursions.
Best time for excursions. Busy season.
High temperatures during day.
Low Season
(jun-aug)
Ideal for visits without crowds.
Snow falls are usual.
Useful travel tips to Chile
Documentation
A valid Passport.
Most countries in America and
Western Europe do not require a visa.
Insurance information.
Currency
Peso Chileno.
Major credit cards are widely accepted.
Packing
Chilean flights allow, as their restrictions are limited to 50 pounds (23 kg) per person.
Clothing
It’s best to dress in layers.
Hat & Sunscreen (factor 35 or higher).
Waterproof coat / jacket or rain poncho.
Comfortable pants.
Insect repellent & personal medications.
Altitude Sickness
It is not unusual in the Andes.
Take it easy when you land in Atacama and try not to do anything too strenuous.
Check with your doctor before coming if in doubt.
Electricity
Chile: 220 V – 60 Hz.
Plugs Type C / I
How to get there?
Chile runs 4,300 km along South America, almost half the continent. Thanks to its geographical location you can arrive by air, sea or land from its neighboring countries.
Air Transportation
The main access by plane is through the airport that is most frequently used and which has the most international connections, the Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez Airport in Santiago. But there are another six international airports located in the cities of Arica, Iquique, Antofagasta, Easter Island, Puerto Montt and Punta Arenas.
Sailing
By Sea: Cruises put in mainly at the port of Valparaiso (2 hrs. from Santiago de Chile).
By Land
The entry points by land are:
From Argentina: in more than 50 places, being the most used ones near La Serena, Santiago and Osorno
From Peru: through Arica.
From Bolivia: to Arica, Iquique and Antofagasta.
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