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Choose your Day Trip from Santiago, Chile

Are you sold to the urban beauty of Santiago? Have you decided to spend longer than the few days visitors usually allow it? Well done, this is a great decision! The capital can certainly keep your head spinning for a week or more, with its cultural events, restaurants and street life. But if you fancy a day off in a different environment, browse this article for 13 easy day trip ideas from Santiago de Chile. This Chile travel guide contains affiliate links. We’re not selling anything ourselves – we just help products and services we find great. If you click …

Dickson camping Torres del Paine
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The Complete Guide to Torres del Paine Campsites (2022)

Dreams of wild landscapes and soul searching are almost at hand! Chile’s most visited and most wonderful national park in Patagonia is calling you by your name. But now comes the unnerving part of choosing and booking your campsites in Torres del Paine, weighing the different camping options – and making sure you’re well prepared, to make the best of your visit. I went through all this in March 2022. So I’m here to help with this full list of campsites within the park, descriptions, operators, and my best tips specifically for Torres del Paine. Jump to: Campsites operators  |  …

Landscape during the Base of Torres hike
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O Circuit: Patagonia’s Best Hike in Torres del Paine

Every hiking enthusiast has their own dream trail. After I first travelled in South America in 2018, I was dying to discover the nature of the Far South. Torres del Paine National Park, and particularly the O circuit, Patagonia’s most amazing multi-day hike, made it to the very top of my list. That dream came true in 2022 – along with unforgettable memories and many lessons learned. In this post, I share all the practical information you’ll need to ease up the pain of the preparation and make your hike the best possible: length, sites, tips, and my detailed itinerary …

Puerto Natales waterfront
City Visits

Top 10 Things to Do in Puerto Natales, Chile

Every year, Puerto Natales is crossed by hundreds of visitors who come here to brave Torres del Paine National Park. For many, it’s just a stopover; a starting and ending point for their hikes. But in reality, Puerto Natales is a safe small town, whose slow pace and local charm are resourcing, and somewhat fascinating. I’m happy I spent 3 days following the gentle flow of the town, surrounded by fjords and mountains. So here come my personal recommendations for things to do to enjoy your time in Puerto Natales; I also include a selection of the best hotels and …

Carretera Austral without a car
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Road Trip: Carretera Austral (Chile) Without a Car

The “Carretera Austral”, in the South of Chile, is one of those mythical roads that scream for a road trip. It’s a great way to experience Patagonia, especially if you stop along the way to visit the stunning national parks. So prepare for breath-taking views! In this post, I’ll explain what to expect and what the highlights are along the road; and how to prepare for an unforgettable road trip on the Carretera Austral. And as we didn’t have a car during our trip in 2022, I’m giving all the info you’ll need to plan your road trip route using …

Nordenskjöld Lake Torres del Paine
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How to Visit Torres del Paine from Puerto Natales

Puerto Natales is the main gateway town to Torres del Paine National Park, in the Chilean Patagonia. Hikers come from around the world to marvel at the breath-taking nature the very south of Chile has to offer. The area boasts probably some of the best hikes in the world. In this post, we’ll explain how to get to Torres del Paine from Puerto Natales, and what activities visitors can do in and around the park. This post on Torres del Paine contains affiliate links. We’re not selling anything ourselves – we just help products and services we find great. If …

Torres del Paine Glacier Grey
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16 Best Multi-Day Hikes in Patagonia (without a Guide)

Patagonia, covering the southern tip of South America, is a paradise for hiking and trekking lovers. The area is shared between Chile and Argentina; and in-between the two countries stretches the magnificent Andes mountain range – which means plenty of great hiking trails on both sides! It’s possible to take day hikes from various towns. But in this post, we’ll introduce the best multi-day hikes you can do in Patagonia on your own, without a guide. For each one, we’ll also give prices (correct as of Jan 2024), difficulty levels and a few tips. Jump to: Patagonia in Chile Deep …

Patagonia road
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How to Plan a Trip to Patagonia in 2022

Give me sharp mountains and frozen landscapes, demanding hikes and wild adventures! Patagonia fits the description and I’ve been willing to explore it since our backpacking trip in 2018/19. Now 2022 opens up traveling possibilities again so the time has come to reach the tip of the continent. Planning my trip to Patagonia wasn’t easy though, due to the multitude of contrasting and ever-changing regulations in 2022. So in this post, I list the steps I’ve taken, the things to know before traveling to Patagonia in 2022 and the entry requirements for both Chile and Argentina. Jump to: Why Patagonia?  …

View from Villarrica volcano on the surrounding National Park, Chile
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🇨🇱 A Hiker’s Guide to Chile National Parks

Be ready to hop on the train of Adventure and we swear: it’ll be a beautiful ride. There has to be something for you here somewhere, as Chile takes care of 41 National Parks, 45 Reserves and 17 Natural Monuments. The National Parks of Chile are indeed wide, wild, and many of them are frighteningly remote. But at the end of a long rocky road, the wonders of untouched Nature await. In active volcanoes and Patagonian glaciers, in fjords and high-altitude deserts, they await. And always with the most colourful wildlife you’ve ever seen. We’ve partnered with some of our …

View on Mount Roraima, Venezuela
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What is your favourite South America trek?

Sore legs and contented soul – nothing beats a good hike. In the sand, the snow or on the rocks, through the forest or along the sea, we feel happier outside. If the body’s moving, the mind is too, and the wonders of nature are the best inspiration. When it comes to hikes and treks, South America is just shy of paradise. We’re telling you here about our favourite hikes on the continent, but we’ve also turned to 10 fellow travel bloggers who share our love for the outdoors and our passion for Latin America; and we’ve asked them this …