Discover Chile's Adventurous Areas for Active Travelers

In the Northern Zone, travelers can explore the Atacama Desert, which has a blooming season of about four months. There, they can camp under one of the most starry night skies in the world in places called the Valley of the Moon and the Valley of Mars and visit the flamingoes that call the Atacama Salt Flats their home.

In the Central Zone, travelers can explore one or several of its many wine valleys, including the famous Casablanca Valley. This region is perfect for day trips from popular cities like Santiago and Valparaiso. Only 40 minutes away from Santiago in the Andes mountain range are also some of the best slopes for skiing and snowboarding in the country.

In the Patagonia and Antarctica Zone, travelers can discover Torres del Paine National Park and Bernardo O'Higgins National Park. Travelers to this region can see penguins and glaciers, as well as learn how to be a Chilean gaucho, or cowboy. The famous Marble Caves, which are located within Lake General Carrera, can also be explored in this region.

Lastly, but certainly not the least, is the Islands Zone. It comprises Chiloé and the islands of Rapa Nui, or the Chilean Polynesia, which are Rano Raraku, Hanga Roa, Anakena, Rano Kau and Orongo. On Chiloé, travelers can find beautiful forests and plenty of whale-watching opportunities, while travelers to Rapa Nui can stand in silent contemplation before the 1,000 Maori statues that have stood on the islands for centuries. The islands also feature pink sand beaches, volcanoes and other natural wonders to enjoy.

Chile is an incredible destination, and its natural wonders never cease to awe its visitors. Trips to national parks and natural wonders help local communities preserve these treasures for the future.

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