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Chile

Introduction

The country of Chile is divided into North, Central Region , Lake District, Patagonia and the Islands.  The North of Chile mesmerizes with the Atacama Desert, one of the driest regions on earth, and the Altiplano, the Andean high plateau with its conical volcanoes and lagoons.  The central region is the heart of Chile\'s political and cultural life and a third of Chile\'s population lives in and around Santiago alone.  The region of lake district is situated between the towns of Temuco and Puerto Montt and is renowned for its snow-capped, active volcanoes.  Patagonia offers the traveller an awe-inspiring natural scenery.  Off the Chilean coast, in the middle of the Pacific lies the solitary Easter Island, named Rapa Nui by its indigenous people, meaning \'navel of the world\' which is one of the most visited destinations in Chile.

Places to Visit

  • Santiago
  • Easter Island
  • Casablanca Valley
  • Northern Patagonia
  • The Lake District
  • Torres del Paine National Park
  • The Atacama Desert

Getting to and Travelling around

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Best Time and Weather

Chile’s is an ideal country to visit throughout the year.  The seasons are reversed from that in the Northern Hemisphere, June to August is the best time to ski in Chile, and September to November to visit Santiago and middle Chile.

Important Information

Language

The official language is Spanish, although English is widely spoken in tourist areas

Passports & Visas
You will need a passport of at least six months\' validity.  British passport holders do not currently require a visa to enter Chile, although requirements are subject to change and we recommend you check with the relevant embassy for up to date information.

Currency
The legal tender is the peso.  If you want to purchase currency before arrival, take US Dollars which can easily be changed into pesos on arrival.

Tipping
Tipping is a way of life when you are visiting South America.

Time
GMT - 4