Chile Travel

Chile's Lake District encompasses some incredible scenery and is suitable for adventure activities like hiking, fishing, horseback riding as well as rafting and kayaking.

Nov 5, 2009 - Karin-Marijke Vis

Elquí Valley is the cradle of pisco. To learn about the production of pisco brandy and to sample a pisco cocktail like pisco sour, take a tour at Planta Capel in Vicuña.

Feb 6, 2009 - Karin-Marijke Vis

Observatory Cerro Mamalluca in the Elqui Valley is a perfect place in Chile for astronomy. English-speaking guides and a 12 inch telescope unfold the magic of the skies.

Jan 30, 2009 - Karin-Marijke Vis

Each summer thousands of tourists flock to the colonial town of La Serena in Norte Chico, Chile's second oldest city with white beaches and excellent seafood restaurants.

Jan 24, 2009 - Karin-Marijke Vis

On December 23rd this mining town is transformed into one of Chile's largest places of pilgrimage where pilgrims enjoy processions, ceremonies and religious dances.

Jan 24, 2009 - Karin-Marijke Vis

The world's largest open-pit copper mine is nothing less than impressive; the owner, Codelco, organizes bus tours that give a glimpse of this industrial masterpiece.

Jan 18, 2009 - Karin-Marijke Vis

Enjoy the Atacameño villages of Chiu Chiu, Lasana and Caspana, where ancient forts, petroglyphs, churches and museums tell their Indian and Spanish histories.

Jan 16, 2009 - Karin-Marijke Vis

The Atacama Desert around San Pedro de Atacama has much to offer: ancient ruins, the Reserva Nacional dos Flamencos, the Moon Valley, and hot pools at the Tatio Geysers.

Dec 25, 2008 - Karin-Marijke Vis

Enjoy San Pedro de Atacama with its shaded plaza, a colonial church and well set up museum. It is also a base for trips to the surreal landscapes of the Atacama Desert.

Dec 25, 2008 - Karin-Marijke Vis