A trip to Chile starts with deciding where to go. In a country as long as Chile, with enormous distances separating top attractions, this can be difficult to plan, especially for travelers that don’t have much time to spend in transit between one place and another. The best solution is to pick one or 2 destinations and to concentrate on fully taking in the highlights of a place. (The alternative is a whirlwind Chile tour that frequently involves long hours of travel and less time in each place visited.)
Chile has something for everyone. Winter ski slopes in the winter, extensive hiking trails, beautiful beaches, acres of vineyards, and urban cities with first rate amenities make Chile an ideal vacation destination in South America. Of its many attractions, 2 stand out for the gorgeous beauty of their natural landscapes and intriguing human histories.
CHILOE ISLAND
The Chiloe archipelago makes for an exceptional experience on a trip to Chile. In the past, indigenous communities extended the length of the country, concentrated in the more temperate central coast (and also going further south into the fjord-filled Patagonia). These populations were variously displaced or joined by Spanish settlers and Chiloe provides a unique example of this process.
Alerce wood was already used by natives because of its humidity resistant properties, and Spanish constructions adopted both the material and the techniques. Today, travelers can see houses with wooden shingles painted in brilliant colors. The Churches of Chiloe have also been declared UNESCO World Heritage sites. The gorgeous landscape of islands and water adds a mystical element to a Chile tour in Chiloe. The archipelago’s cuisine is also highly recommended.
PATAGONIA
Its natural beauty includes snowy mountains, glaciers, immense lakes, fjords, and forests and, simply put, on Chile vacation, nature lovers have no better option than Patagonia. Of course, this region is itself quite varied. At its upper limits around Puerto Varas, the beautiful Lakes District is perfect for adventure travelers at any time of year, with scenic hiking trails and good skiing options.
However, probably the top choice for a trip to Chile’s Patagonia is Torres del Paine National Park. In this reserve, travelers can spend any number of days exploring the unspoiled wildness
, visiting glaciers and hiking to iconic sites such as the Torres del Paine mountain towers. This region of Patagonia is also an ideal launch pad for travelers going into Argentina or hopping on an Antarctica cruise (which usually start or end in Punta Arenas). Spend any amount of time in Chilean Patagonia and your memory is sure to be marked by the region’s distinctive beauty.
, visiting glaciers and hiking to iconic sites such as the Torres del Paine mountain towers. This region of Patagonia is also an ideal launch pad for travelers going into Argentina or hopping on an Antarctica cruise (which usually start or end in Punta Arenas). Spend any amount of time in Chilean Patagonia and your memory is sure to be marked by the region’s distinctive beauty.
These are just 2 top Chile travel destinations and there are a lot more: the central and northern coastlines are perfect for beach lovers. Travelers interested in more adventure and surreal landscapes will want to head to San Pedro de Atacama. And those with an interest in cities and culture will definitely want to spend some time around Santiago and the central valleys and coast.
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