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Torres del Paine National Park, Laguna, Chile

Chilean Patagonia

Patagonia covers the tip of the South American continent, shared by both Argentina and Chile. The area is about the same size as Britain but with less than one person per square kilometre.

In the north of the region lies Aysen, a stunning mountainous area with lakes, forests, glaciers, snow-capped mountains and glacial-fed streams.

The Aysen region is perfect for self-driving, the 1,240 kilometres long Carretera Austral winds its way through this area giving access not only to amazing scenery but also to world-class fly fishing, trekking, ice climbing and kayaking. This region is home to Chile’s newest national park, Patagonia Park, an unspoilt wilderness that richly rewards travellers’ with the inclination to explore this little known region of Chile

Guanacos, Patagonia, Chile

About Chilean Patagonia

Southern Patagonia is home to Torres Del Paine National Park, probably the most iconic and well known park in Chile. There are not only the mighty granite towers but also meandering rivers, turquoise lakes, glaciers and endless hiking. Wildlife in this area is also abundant with condors, foxes, guanacos and puma all found in the park. The nearby town of Puerto Natales is an alternative base to staying in the park itself, a colourful place on the edge of the Senoret Channel. A great trip from Puerto Natales is to cruise along Ultima Esperanza Bay and view the imposing Serrano and Balmaceda glaciers.

Punta Arenas on the Strait of Magellan is the jumping off point to visit the wilderness island of Tierra del Fuego, the southernmost tip of South America, Cape Horn and also Antarctica.

Experiences

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Patagonia scenery, Nomads of the Seas, Patagonia

Discover Yendegaia National Park

Explore the high mountains, expansive grasslands, majestic fjords and temperate rainforests that punctuate this iconic wilderness.

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Pumalin Park, Carretera Austral, Chile

Explore Pumalin Park

Head out to discover the hundreds of endemic species that thrive in this park, including some of the planet’s only remaining millennia-old Alerce trees.

Scenic Road, Chilean Carretera Austral, Patagonia, Chile

Drive the Carretera Austral Highway

Complete one of the world’s greatest and most iconic road journeys down the Carretera Austral Highway in the show-stopping Aysen Region.

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King Penguins in Tierra del Fuego, Patagonia, Chile

Observe King Penguins

Visit colonies of comedic king penguins in Tierra del Fuego, one of the only places to view the species outside of Antarctica.

Carretera Austral Lake nr Cochrane, Aysen region, Patagonia, Chile

Self-Drive in Patagonia Park

Hit the road and journey to remote parts of the majestic Patagonia Park, stopping at vantage points to tuck in to a picnic.

Rafting excuRsion, Nomads of the Seas, Patagonia

Adventure in Patagonia

From hiking and kayaking to horseback riding and mountain biking, the possibilities for uncovering Patagonia’s secluded spots are endless.

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Where to Stay

Every captivating tailor-made itinerary needs a perfect base. Our team has handpicked this collection of properties to give you luxury options in styles to suit any adventure.

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Tierra Patagonia Hotel & Spa

Wilderness
£££££

Overlooking Lake Sarmiento and the majestic granite towers of Torres del Paine National Park, Tierra Patagonia Hotel & Spa is a native lenga wood structure that rises discreetly from the earth at the “End of the…

Tierra Patagonia, Chile

Awasi Patagonia

Wilderness
£££££

Utterly isolated and bounded by mountains and forests, Awasi Patagonia is nestled within the undulating Tercera Barranca Private Reserve that overlooks Torres del Paine National Park and the Patagonian Steppe. Momentarily excluding the heroic landscape, perhaps…

Awasi Patagonia, main lodge exterior

The Singular Patagonia

Wilderness
£££££

An impressive national heritage factory building turned remote warehouse-style hotel, The Singular Patagonia rests on the shores of Last Hope Sound and offers a truly unique glimpse of Patagonian history. Despite its distinctly “end of the…

Bedroom, The Singular, Patagonia, Chile

Explora Patagonia National Park

Wilderness
£££££

An inviting and sustainable lodge set within iconic scenery, Explora Patagonia National Park is the only non-camping accommodation in this private nature reserve.

View of Lodges Exterior, Explora Patagonia National Park, Chile

Mallin Colorado Ecolodge

Wilderness
£££££

Mallin Colorado Ecolodge is a family-run property overlooking the General Carrera Lake in the Aysen Region of northern Patagonia. A great base to explore the Carretera Austral. The property is set within 550 hectares, consists of…

View to lake General Carrera from Cabin Nirre, Mallin Colorado Ecolodge, Chile

Eco Camp Patagonia

Wilderness
£££££

Located within Torres Del Paine National Park, Eco Camp Patagonia has fantastic views of the majestic towers of the Paine Massif. Designed with the idea of creating additional accommodation in the park without a permanent impact…

Standard dome, Eco Camp Patagonia, Torres del Paine

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Highlights of Chile

Explore the length of this filament of a country, full of vast and varied landscapes, from the finger-like granite peaks of the Torres del Paine National Park in the south to the lunar-like Atacama Desert in the north, with time spent among the…

11 days from £6,995pp

Atacama Sunset, Chile

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Deserts and Salt Flats of Chile and Bolivia

This immersive overland adventure is brimming with superlatives and other worldly beauty. Journey from the driest desert in the world to the largest salt flat on earth. Travel in a top of the range 4×4, accompanied by private driver and guide and…

12 days from £10,795pp

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Chile & Argentina – Cruise the Patagonian Fjords

Journey through the fjords and channels of southern Patagonia, via Cape Horn and Tierra del Fuego, to the tip of South America, before exploring the glaciers and soaring peaks of Argentina.

10 days from £5,350pp

View across water to Darwin Range of mountains, Australis Cruise, Fjords of Tierra del Fuego, Patagonia

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Highlights of Chile

Explore the length of this filament of a country, full of vast and varied landscapes, from the finger-like granite peaks of the Torres del Paine National Park in the south to the lunar-like Atacama Desert in the north, with time spent…

11 days from £6,995pp

Atacama Sunset, Chile

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Deserts and Salt Flats of Chile and Bolivia

This immersive overland adventure is brimming with superlatives and other worldly beauty. Journey from the driest desert in the world to the largest salt flat on earth. Travel in a top of the range 4×4, accompanied by private driver and…

12 days from £10,795pp

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Chile & Argentina – Cruise the Patagonian Fjords

Journey through the fjords and channels of southern Patagonia, via Cape Horn and Tierra del Fuego, to the tip of South America, before exploring the glaciers and soaring peaks of Argentina.

10 days from £5,350pp

View across water to Darwin Range of mountains, Australis Cruise, Fjords of Tierra del Fuego, Patagonia

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Paul Bird

Combining the arid Atacama Desert and iconic Torres Del Paine National Park in Patagonia, the dramatic contrasts of its landscapes make Chile one of Paul’s most treasured travel destinations.

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James put together what proved to be a fabulous itinerary in Chile. We were slightly concerned that with 11 flights in 3 weeks we might be overdoing it, but the experiences in each location more than justified the travel, and James's first-hand experience proved invaluable.

Destination: Chile
Travel Expert: James

Paul created an itinerary that perfectly suited our interests, and we were particularly impressed with the properties that he selected for us. Thank you for recommending we visit the Atacama Desert, which we hadn’t even thought of visiting, but which turned out to be the highlight.

Destination: Chile
Travel Expert: Paul

I just wanted to say a HUGE thank you to you and your team for looking after us so well! Who could have foreseen electric storms and the civil unrest in Chile. You couldn’t have looked after us better if you had been on the spot! We had an AWESOME adventure – your advice and suggestions were bang on the nail every time. Each hotel was better than the next and the cruise was FANTASTIC.

Destination: Argentina & Chile
Travel Expert: Paul

What a fantastic trip to Argentina, Chile and Brazil superbly organised by James.

Destination: Argentina, Chile & Brazil
Travel Expert: James

I would especially mention the positive and really helpful advice of James, who even met with me to chat face to face before putting together a bespoke trip that really met all of our expectations. As a result, our time in Chile was a lifetime experience that will never be forgotten.

Destination: Chile
Travel Expert: James

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