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Best time to go
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.
Top places
Things to do
Patagonia and peaks
- Trek the W circuit in Torres del Paine
- Cruise the southern fjords and glaciers
- Hike and kayak around Puerto Varas
Desert and stars
- Geysers, lagoons and salt flats near San Pedro
- Stargazing under the clearest skies on Earth
- The flowering desert after rare rains
City and wine
- Street art on the hills of Valparaiso
- Markets and museums in Santiago
- Tastings in the Maipo and Casablanca valleys
Islands and coast
- The moai statues of Easter Island
- Seafood at coastal caletas
- Penguin colonies on Chiloe island
Costs
| What it costs | Typical |
|---|---|
| Hostel dorm, per night | $15 to $28 |
| Budget hotel or guesthouse, per night | $45 to $90 |
| Mid-range hotel, per night | $100 to $180 |
| Meals, per day | $20 to $45 |
With a partner, rooms, taxis and boats are the easy things to share. Our guide to splitting travel costs with a travel partner has a simple way to keep track. Estimates in US dollars, for planning only.
Getting around
Flights bridge the enormous north-south distances; modern long-distance buses are comfortable for shorter hops. Ride-hailing is reliable in Santiago.
How many people visit
International arrivals to Chile over the most recent years with data, roughly number 4 of 10 in its region by reported arrivals.
Source: UN Tourism (UNWTO) and the World Bank, updated 15 Jan 2026. * Latest estimate.
Key facts
- Largest city
- Santiago
- Languages
- Spanish
- Population
- 19.9 million (2025)
- Area
- 756,102 km² (291,932 mi²)
- Calling code
- +56
- Region
- South America
Travelling solo in Chile
Arriving alone is fine: plenty of people start a Chile trip on their own, and a travel partner can be someone you share one day with or the whole route.
- Watch your bags on Valparaiso's busier hills and metros.
- At night, use a licensed taxi or a ride-hailing app rather than an unmarked car.
- Carry a copy of your ID and leave the original in your accommodation safe.
Meeting someone new? Talk here first, meet somewhere public, and read our travel safety guide.
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Travelling to Chile with a travel buddy
How do I find a travel buddy for Chile?
Make a free profile and add your Chile trip with rough dates. You will see travelers going on your dates and open trips to Chile you can ask to join, or you can post your own trip and let partners find you. Asking to join a trip is always free.
When is the best time to visit Chile?
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.
How much does a day in Chile cost?
Typical costs, in US dollars: hostel dorm, per night: $15 to $28; budget hotel or guesthouse, per night: $45 to $90; mid-range hotel, per night: $100 to $180; meals, per day: $20 to $45. These are estimates for planning only. With a travel partner, rooms and taxis are easy to share.
Is Chile good for solo travelers?
Arriving alone is fine: plenty of people start a Chile trip on their own, and a travel partner can be someone you share one day with or the whole route.
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