Find a Travel Partner in Chile
Chile runs the length of a continent in a single narrow strip - the driest desert on Earth in the north, glacial fjords in the south. That geography makes it a trip of contrasts, ideal for travelers who want both stargazing and trekking in one route.
🇨🇱 Chile at a glance
- Capital
- Santiago
- Largest city
- Santiago
- Official language
- Spanish
- Area
- 756,102 km² (291,932 mi²)
- Population
- 19.8 million2024 · World Bank
- Currency
- Chilean peso — CLP ($)
- Region
- South America
- Time zone
- America/Santiago
- Calling code
- +56
- Plug type
- Type C, L
Data updated: weather just now · rates 3 min ago · sources: Open-Meteo, ExchangeRate-API
What Chile is known for
Chile is a 4,000 km ribbon between the Andes and the Pacific, so a trip here is really a string of contrasts - the driest desert on Earth in the north, glaciers and fjords in the south. The driving distances are huge, which makes a co-pilot and a shared playlist very welcome.
- Torres del Paine in Patagonia
- Atacama Desert stargazing and salt flats
- Santiago and the central wine valleys
- Easter Island's moai statues
Tourism in Chile
International tourist arrivals over the most recent years with available data - roughly #4 of 10 in its continent by reported arrivals (sources vary by country).
Top cities to explore in Chile
From Santiago to Puerto Natales, these are the places most Chile trips are built around. Find a travel buddy in Santiago who's already planning the same route, or pair up before you fly.
Santiago
Andes-framed capital with markets, wine and weekend ski runs.
Valparaíso
Bohemian port city of painted hills and funicular lifts.
San Pedro de Atacama
Adobe desert town near geysers, lagoons and clear night skies.
Puerto Natales
Patagonian gateway to the Torres del Paine circuit.
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Create your tripThings to do in Chile
A shortlist of experiences worth building a trip - and a partnership - around.
Patagonia & peaks
- Trek the W circuit in Torres del Paine
- Cruise the southern fjords and glaciers
- Hike and kayak around Puerto Varas
Desert & stars
- Geysers, lagoons and salt flats near San Pedro
- Stargazing under the clearest skies on Earth
- The flowering desert after rare rains
City & wine
- Street art on the hills of Valparaiso
- Markets and museums in Santiago
- Tastings in the Maipo and Casablanca valleys
Islands & coast
- The moai statues of Easter Island
- Seafood at coastal caletas
- Penguin colonies on Chiloe island
Know before you go
The practical stuff every traveler needs - weather, safety, costs and how to get around.
Best time to visit
Visit Patagonia and the south between November and March; the Atacama desert and central valleys are good almost any month. Seasons are reversed from the northern hemisphere, and the country's length means big regional swings.
Safety tips
- Watch your bags on Valparaiso's busier hills and metros
- Use registered ride-hailing apps at night rather than hailing on the street
- Carry a copy of your ID and leave the original in your accommodation safe
- Traveling with a verified partner adds an easy extra layer of safety
Accommodation & daily budget
- Hostel dorm
- $15-28/ night
- Budget hotel / guesthouse
- $45-90/ night
- Mid-range hotel
- $100-180/ night
- Meals (per day)
- $20-45
Splitting a twin room and transport with a partner can cut your daily costs by 30-40%.
Getting around & useful apps
Flights bridge the enormous north-south distances; modern long-distance buses are comfortable for shorter hops. Ride-hailing is reliable in Santiago.
Visa & entry requirements for Chile
Every nationality is different - pick your passport for a personalized answer, or open our Visa page for assisted help applying.
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Hotels & Homes
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Flights
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Trains
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Car Rentals
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Tours & Attractions
Skip-the-line tickets, day tours and experiences at the top attractions.
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