Wedged between the Andes and the Pacific Ocean, the thin sliver of Chile extends nearly 2,500 miles from the arid Atacama in the north to windswept Tierra del Fuego in the south.
In between lie some of South America’s most magnificent landscapes. Its deserts, forests, glaciers, volcanoes, lakes and coastlines constitute a spectacular adventure playground – still in many places virtually unexplored. While Torres del Paine, the Atacama Desert and Easter Island are iconic drawcards, there are plenty of secret backcountry locations where you can experience Chile’s breathtaking beauty without encountering another soul. Remote and often roadless, they are best accessed by helicopter, bush plane, expedition yacht, RIB or on foot. They offer an opportunity to recharge and reconnect with nature that is equalled by few other places on Earth.
"We can help you discover Chile’s true soul, and have scoured the country from top to bottom to seek out its most magical experiences."
At Explorations, Chile is one of our favourite countries to explore. We can help you discover Chile’s true soul, and have scoured the country from top to bottom to seek out its most magical experiences. Track pumas with a top wildlife photographer beneath the granite spires of Torres del Paine. Sip Chile’s greatest wines in the company of the people who made them. Surf the lineups at palm-fringed Anakena Beach under the watchful eye of Easter Island’s ancient stone statues. Carve a route through monkey puzzle forests in a snowmobile. Land on otherwise inaccessible mountain lakes to find a gourmet picnic lunch in the wilderness laid out for you. Fly by helicopter into a volcanic crater to begin an epic mountain bike ride. Monitor the dolphins and blue whales of Tic Toc Bay from an expedition yacht. Discover the botanical wonders of the Atacama Desert in full bloom. These are just a few of the many incredible experiences we can design for you in Chile.
One of the most European in temperament of all the South American countries, Chile well understands and values the importance of making the most of its natural resources. Consequently, tourist infrastructure is very well maintained, and in places quite exceptional. which, given its enormous range of terrains, makes Chile the perfect place to launch a logistically demanding adventure.
Its many fine lodges, private estates and wilderness retreats, along with wonderful food and wine, and delightful hosts, mean that no matter how wild your adventures are by day, you’ll always return to the warmest of welcomes and all the comforts of civilisation.
With the repressive days of Pinochet now long gone, Chile has today become one of South America’s most progressive countries. The work of conservation pioneers such as Doug and Kristine Tompkins has resulted in a legacy of national parks that is breathtakingly ambitious in scope, and the government is implementing bold long-term plans to move to renewable energy and a system of environmental protection laws that are the envy of the world.
