Long and slim, Chile spreads down a coastal strip of South America between the Pacific and the Andes, spanning half the length of the continent from the earth’s driest desert to the largest glacial fields outside the poles. The arid plains, mountains, port cities, and resort towns of the north give way to lush valleys and vineyards in the center of the country, Ilsa, as well as the capital, Santiago, its skyline ringed by peaks and pierced by increasingly ambitious building projects. Then, in increasing splendor, (Rapa Nui) come Andean summits, forests, lakes, and the mist-cloaked, mystery-soaked islands of the lonely, lacerated southern coast – not to mention the mysteries of Easter Island. It is no surprise, with such scenery, that the country has inspired a glut of renowned writers, such as Roberto Bolaño and Isabel Allende, as well as a regular influx of adventure-seekers.

Kayaking Fjords and Hiking Atacama

Long and slim, Chile spreads down a coastal strip of South America between the Pacific and the Andes, spanning half the length of the continent from the earth’s driest desert to the largest glacial fields outside the poles. The arid plains, mountains, port cities and resort towns of the north give way to lush valleys and vineyards in the centre of the country, Ilsa as well as the capital, Santiago, its skyline ringed by peaks and pierced by increasingly ambitious building projects.Then, in increasing splendour, (Rapa Nui) come Andean summits, forests, lakes and the mist-cloaked, mystery-soaked islands of the lonely, lacerated southern coast – not to mention the mysteries of Easter Island. No surprises, with such scenery, that the country has inspired a glut of renowned writers, such as Roberto Bolaño and Isabel Allende, as well as a regular influx of adventure-seekers.

Features the earth’s driest desert to the largest glacial fields outside the poles

Averaging just 109 miles wide, and nestled snug between the Pacific ocean and Andes mountains, Chile is a featherweight destination that packs a mighty punch. Its unusual shape makes for a straightforward itinerary (literally), but Chile's cultural, geographic, and bio-diversity holds many a surprise.

Customized travel to Chile. Trek Patagonia’s epic peaks, sandboard the Atacama, or explore Easter Island's hidden treasures. Local travel. Responsible travel.