Why Go to Chile? 🌍
Chile is a land of contrasts: the driest desert on Earth, the vast Patagonian ice fields, ancient forests, and Pacific islands filled with mystery. It is a country to feel both the power of nature and the warmth of human resilience.
Lives & People
Chile stretches long between ocean and mountains, and so do its peoples. The Mapuche, Aymara, Rapa Nui, and Quechua communities keep ancestral traditions alive, while mestizo and European lineages shape the everyday rhythm of the country. Chile’s people are a circle of resilience, warmth, and movement.
19.5 million lives
Spanish, Mapudungun, Aymara, Rapa Nui, Quechua
Chile stretches long between ocean and mountains, and so do its peoples. The Mapuche, Aymara, Rapa Nui, and Quechua communities keep ancestral traditions alive, while mestizo and European lineages shape the everyday rhythm of the country. Chile’s people are a circle of resilience, warmth, and movement.
Best Time to Visit ⏳
Chile changes dramatically with the seasons. Choose the right time for the experience you seek — from summer hikes in Patagonia to winter skiing in the Andes.
(December to February)
Beaches, Patagonia treks, wine valleys.
(December to February)
Golden forests, harvest season, fewer crowds.
(December to February)
Ski slopes in the Andes, desert starry skies.
(December to February)
Wildflower blooms in Atacama, national celebrations (Fiestas Patrias).
Flora, Fauna y Fungi
Cajón del Maipo is a paradise for nature enthusiasts. The valley’s flora includes a variety of trees, bushes, and alpine plants that are adapted to the harsh mountain environment. In terms of fauna, visitors can spot species like the Andean fox, the Huemul deer, and various bird species, including the majestic Andean condor. The fungi found here are particularly notable for their diversity and are a favorite among naturalists and photographers.
Protected Nature and Fauna
National Parks & Reserves: 106 protected areas.
~36 million hectares (~89 million acres), ~21% of the territory.
Condor, Puma, Guanaco, Araucaria tree, Blue Whale
Regions of Chile
Benomader organizes Chile into four great explorer paths:
National Parks & Reserves: 106 protected areas.
~36 million hectares (~89 million acres), ~21% of the territory.
Condor, Puma, Guanaco, Araucaria tree, Blue Whale
Condor, Puma, Guanaco, Araucaria tree, Blue Whale
Condor, Puma, Guanaco, Araucaria tree, Blue Whale
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Cajón del Maipo is a paradise for nature enthusiasts. The valley’s flora includes a variety of trees, bushes, and alpine plants that are adapted to the harsh mountain environment. In terms of fauna, visitors can spot species like the Andean fox, the Huemul deer, and various bird species, including the majestic Andean condor. The fungi found here are particularly notable for their diversity and are a favorite among naturalists and photographers.
Music 🎵
Cajón del Maipo is a paradise for nature enthusiasts. The valley’s flora includes a variety of trees, bushes, and alpine plants that are adapted to the harsh mountain environment. In terms of fauna, visitors can spot species like the Andean fox, the Huemul deer, and various bird species, including the majestic Andean condor. The fungi found here are particularly notable for their diversity and are a favorite among naturalists and photographers.