Funicular railways of Valparaíso
Historical monuments that take us back to another period in time, but that nowadays are considered an icon of Valparaíso and part of what makes it so unique.
Category Archives: Our Blog Posts
Here is where our staff adds comments while they are on the road, or where you learn interesting information about Chile to help you plan your visit.
Indigenous New Year
From the 21st to the 24th of June several indigenous communities hold their festivities to receive a new year and celebrate the return of the sun.
Discover The Lauca National Park
The Andean foothills and high plateau landscapes merge in a place of great cultural and historical interest with amazing natural beauty. One of its main attractions is the wonderful […]
Wine Routes
Planted up the sides of mountains and on foggy hills rolling down to the sea, Chile’s vineyards, with their array of world-renowned wines, stretch across an enormous swath of the country – and welcome interested visitors. Here’s a guide to the some of the best.
7 must do experiences in the Chiloé Archipelago
A unique piece of earth that is also an invitation to explore its beautiful landscapes, its native fauna and all of its mysteries. Chiloé offers a variety of activities that have to be within the plans of every visitors.
Five top observatories to try astronomy tourism in Chile
As well as being home to some of the world’s best scientific observatories, Chile has some high-tech viewing facilities that are open to travelers and the general public.
6 coastal destinations that you need to visit in the Atacama desert
Beaches, national parks and archeological sites are some of the destinations you can find in the shore of the Atacama desert. We invite you to discover them!
Discovering the volcanoes in Chile
Geographical giants that complete the most diverse landscapes of our national territory.
Which penguins can we find in Chile?
From the magnificent Emperor Penguin, to the charismatic Macaroni Penguin, several species of penguins have turned our national territory into their home.
Discover the “Seven Pearls” that are part of the beauty and history of Chile
Beautiful cities of our country that surprise for their landscapes, culture and people
Southern and Northern Patagonian Ice Field
Two huge fields of ice that captivate for their beautiful and defying glaciers, that have been part of our territory since the last ice age, thousands of years ago.
Unforgettable experiences in the Tarapacá Region
From beautiful landscapes to places filled with history and heritage, this region at the north of Chile, invites everyone to travel across its corners.
Travelling across the O’Higgins Region
A region that captivates for its historical, cultural and patrimonial values. Learn about the civilizations and economic activities that are a reflection of its people. This small region, south of […]
Humans may have reached Chile by 18,500 years ago
If the theory is proven right, this discovery would shake the world of archaeology and the history in terms of the settlement of America.
Discovering the Universe in Chile
Chile is a global power in terms of astronomical observation and everyday new initiatives are being created in order to access the wonders of the universe.
Learn about Chile’s natural contrasts
As Chile grows and develops, it protects its ecosystem. Eight World Biosphere Reserves are found within its extraordinarily diverse territory.
Chinchorro Mummies, their history and preservation
The Chinchorro Mummies, due to their antiquity and technique, are considered an archaeological and historical heritage of international relevance.
Discovering the Exploradores Glacier
A unique experience through ices formed thousands of years ago. Walking through the Exploradores Glacier is one of many activities that makes Chile the perfect place for adventure tourism.
Extreme activities you can do in Chile
Chile is a country full of contrasts and surprises. We invite you to learn more about the different extreme activities you can do in our country.
Spectacular and varied adventure tourism in Chile
Chile can be discovered not only through the visual appreciation of its landscapes, but also while defying our bodies and capacities through activities in water, land and even in the sky.
Discover the National Park Cerro Castillo
A protected area in the heart of the Carretera Austral has been declared a national park. We invite you to learn more about the new Cerro Castillo National Park.
Experiences that must be done in the Chiloé Archipelago
A unique piece of land that is also an invitation to explore its beautiful landscapes, its native fauna and all its mysteries. Chiloé offers a variety of activities that must […]
7 beaches that you have to know this summer
7 ideal places in the national territory that allow us to escape the routine and disconnect from our daily lives.
Where to enjoy nature and the environment in Chile.
Chile is a place filled with nature and beautiful landscapes. Discover some of the most amazing and breathtaking National Parks, National Reserves and Natural Monuments.
Popular destinations in Chile
Year after year, these destinations attract thousand of national and international visitors eager to know the wonders of Chile.
A journey to the Antarctic continent
Antarctica is the southernmost continent on earth and is comprised of territories below the 60th parallel south.
Discover the amazing National Parks of Chile
Here we give you a list of some of the National Parks of our country, all of them worth visiting.
Chilean felines
Not only the puma delights us for its beauty, through the country other felines have also decided to take advantage of the geographical characteristics of Chile and make it […]
Tourism in the Robinson Crusoe Island
A place that captivates for its landscapes, opportunities and history.
Navarino Island and the treasures of the end of the world
The Cape Horn Biosphere Reserve and a forest that you can only see through a magnifying glass, are some of the surprises that you can find in this island at the end of the world.
Lonely Planet ranked Chile #1 to visit in 2018
Lonely Planet, the largest travel guide book publisher in the world, just chose Chile as country number one out of 10 to visit in 2018. Chile is a sinewy sliver of a […]
“Chile with different eyes”: the project that shows Chile from above
The project seeks to exhibit the country from another perspective and to include not well known places
The 4 greenest and most sustainable destinations in Chile
Tourism in Chile comes hand in hand with a new trend: a more green and sustainable way of exploring, protecting the natural resources and the indigenous cultures.
Chiloe: the island of legends
Prior to visiting this land it is a must to become familiar with the stories that surround its inhabitants with magic.
Hot Springs in Chile
Discover the different and varied options of thermal waters throughout the territory of Chile, each with unique characteristics.
Valparaíso, 14 years as a World Heritage Site
Its history, architecture and urban development are some of the reasons that became relevant at the moment of declaring Valparaiso a World Heritage Site of UNESCO.
Flowering desert: How does this nature phenomenon happen?
There are only a few places in the world where the natural phenomenon of the flowering desert occurs: Australia, United States, Peru and Chile are some of them.
Patrimonial routes and fauna of Chiloe’s wetlands
Along with being an area of preservation, reproduction, feeding and rest for migratory birds, Chiloe’s eastern wetlands also have a tourist route that is worth your time.
Lonely Planet names Chile as the top travel destination for 2018
The international tourism company has declared our country, among 10 different nations, as the best destination for 2018.
Chile Recommended by International Media as Best Travel Destination for 2017
International publications like The Telegraph, CNN and Travel and Leisure have pointed out different reasons to visit Chile in 2017.
Chile’s Atacama desert: World’s driest place in bloom after surprise rain
After intense and unexpected rain fell in the north of Chile, parts of the usually arid Atacama desert have turned into a carpet of flowers.
Which penguins can we find in Chile?
From the magnificent Emperor Penguin, to the charismatic Macaroni Penguin you will find in Chile
Chile is first of 10 destinations with low threat of terrorism
Following the devastating news of the latest terror attacks, which hit Spanish holiday hotspots Barcelona and Cambrils after that, many people from UK (Brits) will be wondering which travel destinations […]
National Reserves in Chile
National Reserves in Chile, beautiful and unique landscapes, flora and wildlife.
Chile’s Energy Transformation: Powered by Wind, Sun and Volcanoes
Chile has South America’s first geothermal energy plant. With the ability to power roughly 165,000 homes, the new plant is yet another step in Chile’s clean energy transformation. This nation’s […]
And the tourism Oscar for best adventure travel destination goes to: Chile!
Chile World’s Leading Adventure Tourism Destination
Punta Arenas 2016/17 cruise season: 99 calls and 67.560 visitors
Punta Arenas is the point of departure for great adventures in Torres del Paine National Park. Punta Arenas, extreme south of Chile received 73.358 visitors during the last 2016/17 cruise […]
7 Epic Places in Chile Even Chileans Don’t Know About
Boasting nearly 4,000 miles of coastline, some of the clearest desert skies on the planet and the world-famous Torres del Paine National Park, it’s no wonder Chile is an international […]
Unesco Biosphere Reserves in Chile
The Biosphere Reserves are protected areas part of UNESCO’s Man and the Biosphere Programme, that seeks to establish a scientific base to improve the conditions of the relation between […]
Carmenere: a uniquely Chilean wine
Marked by a singular history, this stock, originally from France, is today only produced in Chile, a country that provides unique conditions for its development. Ignored for years, today it […]
Chile Recommended by International Media as Best Travel Destination for 201
Chile Best Travel Destination for 2017
British Airways launches direct flight to Santiago, Chile
On 3rd January British Airways launched its first direct and non-stop route between London Heathrow and Santiago, Chile. See more here. Now is easy for you to come visit the […]
Chile recognised as World’s Leading Adventure Tourism Destination by World Travel Awards
Tourism hotspot Chile has been selected as the World’s Leading Adventure Tourism Destination by voters at the World Travel Awards. The accolade demonstrates the potential of the South American country’s […]
Tourism operating as normal throughout Chile following earthquake
Having witnesses a seismic event measuring 7.6 on the Richter scale on Christmas Day, tourism authorities in Chile have been quick to state tourism in the destination is unaffected. With […]
Typical food and beverages
Eating is by far one of the best attractions in this long, engaging and appetizing country.
Puerto Montt city: The start of something new
Puerto Montt, the capital city of Los Lagos Region is a frequent starting point for travelers venturing into southern Chile. South of this city, the coastal mountain range sinks into […]
The south of Chile, its lakes and volcanoes
Welcome to the south of Chile!
Chile Travel Season 2016-2017
Skip your winter enjoying summer in Chile! We specialize in providing you with seamless end-to-end services for your time in Chile. You pick your tours or just tell us what you […]
Chile’s traditional festivals: Independence Day
On September 18, Chileans pull out their cowboy customs – and costumes – and fire up the grill to celebrate traditional culture, food and drink throughout the country.
Adventure.Travel by Patagonia Southernland Expeditions
Discover Chile guided by people born and raised in the places they would love to show you.
Reservation will be required for entry to Torres del Paine National Park
This year, the National Forestry Corporation (Conaf) began a process to test the obligatory reservation measure for overnight stays in the Torres del Paine National Park. The initiative covers the […]
Adventure tourism in Chile
Chile is the ideal place for adrenalin junkies and those who love to admire landscapes with incredible natural beauty.
Carmenere – a uniquely Chilean wine
The history of Carménere is very special. Recognized as the most complex of grapes when it comes to achieving its maturity, this is because it suffered more than any strain from […]
7 incredible natural wonders to explore in Chile’s Atacama desert
The Atacama desert is one of the world’s best places to see and photograph the night sky.
A journey to the Antarctic continent
Antarctica is the southernmost continent on earth and is comprised of territories below the 60th parallel south.
Chile’s Unique Geography for Wine
A journey through Chile is a journey around the world.
The world’s highest concentration of native marine species in Chilean islands
An unprecedented research lead by the NGO Oceana revealed in its report that the Juan Fernández and Desventuradas islands have a very high rate of endemism in relation to the rest of the planet.
Chile Nature: contrasts that coexist
As Chile grows and develops, it protects its ecosystem. Eight World Biosphere Reserves are found within its extraordinarily diverse territory.
Myths, legends and magic of Chile
A desert in bloom, an enchanted lake, or a mermaid in the austral sea. Here is a list of popular legends to be found in Chile, from north to south. […]
Delicious exotic fruit from Chile
It is very likely that the term “Chilean fruit” has already come to your attention. In supermarkets all over the world it is possible to find Chilean apples and grapes, […]
Chile’s Typical food and beverages
Eating is by far one of the best attractions in this long, engaging and appetizing country. 22 Chile’s typical cuisine features a wide variety of meat, fruit, vegetables, fish and […]
21 reasons why your next holiday should be to Chile
The Daily Telegraph is a broadsheet newspaper published in London, UK. On June 2nd, 2016 The Daily Telegraph published this article by Hannah Meltzer. Chile is about to become much more […]
The Churches of Chiloé celebrate 15 years of World Cultural Heritage
Just like its legends, mingas and curantos, the churches of Chiloé are an integral part of its landscape. They’re magical and imposing, just like the land that shelters them, and […]
Chile is one of the 10 countries with the highest tourism growth in the world
The British newspaper, The Telegraph, drew up a ranking of the 17 countries in the world to have registered the highest growth in tourism during 2015 and Chile came in […]
10 things that you should know about Chile’s vineyards
If you love wine, Chile is an excellent country for you to visit. What’s more, if you decide to visit our valleys in March and April, you can participate in […]
Patagonia SouthernLand Expeditions participating in WTM LatinAmerica
Our Chief Executive Officer, Andres Oyarzún at the World Trade Market LatinAmerica exhibit in Rio de Janeiro, Brasil Find out about all the wonderful tours and programs our experts from […]
Patagonia SouthernLand Expeditions at World Travel Market in Sao Paulo, 29 – 31 March 2016
In 2013 a new international campaign to promote Chile as a tourism destination was launched by the Under Secretariat for Tourism, the institution responsible for the promotion of Chile in […]
Chile is one of the best countries in the world to do business
Marked by its high foreign trade level and good reputation in terms of its strong financial institutions and policies, Chile took 1st place in the 2015 Latin America ranking of […]
Chile, 10 Romantic Trip Ideas to inspire your visit
Chile’s well known internationally for its adventure tourism activities, for wonders of the natural world including the Torres del Paine National Park and the Atacama Desert, the driest desert in […]
Discover the Chilean beaches for this summer
With 4,300 kilometers of coastline and a large number of islands, Chile has plenty to offer when it comes to beaches and resorts. See Our Tours to all these recommended […]
10 Reasons to visit Chile in the summer
The Chilean summer, like most other southern hemisphere countries, runs from December through to February. While visits to the north of the country are little affected by the changing of […]
Doug Tompkins: international conservationist, died doing what he loved, kayaking
For more information about the work of Dough and Kris Tompkins in Chile see this video. Less than a week ago Doug Tompkins (72) died in a kayaking accident. […]
You will remember Chile
You will remember those gifts from the earth,” writes Chilean poet Pablo Neruda. The scenes that accompany his words were captured by the ATTA’s storytelling team at the Adventure Travel […]
Chile Creates Largest Marine Reserve in the Americas
The Chilean government on Monday announced that it has created the largest marine reserve in the Americas by protecting an area hundreds of miles off its coast roughly the size […]
Chile’s new tourism frontier comes hand in hand with astronomy
Given Chile’s astronomical natural advantages, a strategic plan has been developed between public contributors from the world of tourism and scientific research. It is well known that Chile has privileged […]
Chile plans world’s biggest Marine Park to protect Easter Island fish stocks
Chile will be creating a marine reserve around the iconic Easter Island. The marine reserve, designed to cover 631,368 square kilometers, will be the largest one in the Americas and […]
Llanquihue Lake will host the longest cycle path of Chile
With a total extension of 81 kms, the bike lane under construction will surround the coast of the second largest lake in our country. This construction belongs to a project […]
Chile Crowned “Best Adventure Tourism Destination” in the World Travel Awards 2015
In a ceremony which took place recently in Bogota, Colombia, Chile was recognized as Latin America’s leading destination for adventure tourism. This is the first prize, in this category, that […]
Santiago, Chile ranks 3rd in South America: 2015 Mercer Quality of Life Ranking
Mercer conducts its Quality of Living survey annually to help multinational companies and other employers compensate employees fairly when placing them on international assignments. Employee incentives include a quality-of-living allowance […]
Happy 18 of September to all tourists in Chile today
Welcome to celebrate the “Fiestas Patrias” of Chile today and tomorrow! “Fiestas Patrias” means Patriotic Festivities. September 18 is the commemoration of the proclamation of the First Governing Body of […]
Village in Atacama Desert changed by two indigenous women
CASPANA, Chile , Sep 2 2015 (IPS) – Liliana and Luisa Terán, two indigenous women from northern Chile who travelled to India for training in installing solar panels, have not […]
Chile, A Destination with a Unified Vision
The Adventure Tourism Development Index (ATDI) has had Chile near the top of the list of the top ten developing countries for the past five years. In 2011, it ranked […]
Puerto Varas becomes a carbon neutral destination
Closely surrounded by the imposing Osorno and Calbuco mountains and the watery edge of Lake Llanquihue, Puerto Varas will be the first city in Chile to become a carbon neutral […]
Penguin Colony of Puñihuil: The magical route through the penguin nesting grounds of Chiloé
Known as the entrance way to the mysteries and tourist attractions of Chiloé, the Puñihuil Natural Monument is the magical ascent up to an important biodiversity zone, where penguins, whales, […]
Visa or Reciprocity fee no longer required for US Citizens visiting Chile
FAST FACTS ABOUT TRAVELING TO CHILE http://www.chile-usa.org/fastfacts.htm VISA No visa is necessary when you travel to Chile, only a valid passport. When entering Chile (By cruise, vehicle or plane), at […]
2015 Adventure Travel World Summit Chile
Chile has won the bid to host the Adventure Travel World Summit (ATWS) in 2015. The adventure tourism industry’s foremost annual gathering will take place over 5 days this year, from […]
Chile’s ‘Astro-Tourism’ Industry To Boost World Tourism
According to Chinese lifestyle magazine Travel, Chile has the most potential to boost global tourism in the next few years, and it looks like it has found how: by allowing […]
Winter Activities in Puerto Varas – Lake Volcanoes district, Patagonia – Chile
Winter and the snow arrived to the Osorno Volcano and the still active Calbuco Volcano yesterday! Photos from La Picada – Paso Desolación (Desolation Pass) route, northwest part of Volcano […]
Ski resorts begin the 2015 season in Chile
The Osorno Volcano ski resorts, located at 60 kilometers from Puerto Varas, began their winter seasons on Sunday June 21st, 2015. You can escape the summer in the northern hemisphere at a […]
