chile

Nestled between the slopes of the mighty Andes and the Pacific Ocean is the geographical wonder that is Chile, the land of Fire and Ice.

Stretching 4000km along the South American coast with active volcanoes and immense ice fields, few countries can match the astonishing contrasts of scenery. The vast Chilean wilderness will take you from the jagged volcanic peaks, gushing white water rivers and the driest desert in the world, the Atacama. Towering over it all is the long spine of the Andes, running through 80% of the country. Inspiring, enigmatic and always surprising, Chile is the perfect destination for the discerning adventure.

things to do

• Torres del Paine National Park in the dramatic Chilean Patagonia is more accessible than ever, as its hiking trails are dotted with modern campsites and resting points.
• Chile’s capital city of Santiago has some of the best ski slopes on the continent, on the foot of the Andes.
• Despite only about 3% of Chile’s land being suitable for agriculture, its renowned vineyards are the last great vestige of the Carmenere grape.
• The strikingly beautiful Atacama Desert is the driest place on the planet, with volcanic peaks, gaze in wonder at the Milky Way on a stargazing excursion.