Chile

The driest place in the world (outside the poles) rests in Chile. This arid region contains stunning valleys and extraordinary stargazing. Move lower into Chile and find regions lush and green where rain is expected most days. Chile has deserts, high-altitude lakes, glaciers, and pristine streams. The world’s third-largest ice field rests on the Argentina border of Chile. Hiking or even just driving the Carrea de Austral are bucket list items for many travelers.

She Dances on the Shores of Chiloe, Chile

Claudio leaned far over the bow of the ship. The mist was so thick that he could barely see the

Gazing into a Galaxy in Elqui Valley

Updated 03/02/2020 Tonight I am reminded that I am a tiny speck of dust on a small mass of matter

Nature's Prison, Pisagua, Northern Chile

"They say Humberstone used to have a summer home in Pisagua to get away from the heat," Pedro said as

Fog Catchers and Ghost Towns of the Desert: Examples of Resilience

The smell of old wood and rusted walls wafts lightly in the breeze. A gentle wind cools the desert air and plays

Cycling the Driest Desert on Earth: The Atacama Desert

As the rising sun chased away the morning shadows, the heat began to seep through our jackets and the rocks

The lower portion of Argentina and Chile combined make up the Patagonia region.  Since most travelers exploring this region often do multiple border crossings, we have combined Chile and Argentina posts below to provide a better view of this region of the world.

Exploring the Patagonia Region

After our first taste of Patagonia in Bariloche, we were ready to see more of the snow-capped mountains and pristine Read more

Torres del Paine W Trek

Jagged mountain peaks line the sky, glaciers cling to the rugged landscape, and streams cascade into turquoise lakes. The lakes, Read more

Hiking the W Trek in Torres del Paine

Everyone we met that had been to Torres del Paine raved about it. The trek had been on their bucket Read more

Day Hikes in El Chalten

My first view of El Chalten was from the window of the overnight bus that we took after crossing the Read more

This Glacier is Advancing

The Los Glaciares National Park is home to incredible glaciers such as Perito Moreno, Upsala, Viedma, and the Spegazzini. The Read more

The Marble Caves of Chile

Imagine being in a cave with marble walls. Colorful veins in the stone make intricate patterns all around you. You Read more

Climbing a Castle: Cerro Castillo Patagonia

At 10,000 Chilean pesos (US$15) per person, the entrance fee to hike up Cerro Castillo is steeper than the climb Read more

Introduction to Patagonia: Bariloche Argentina

Patagonia You might have some outdoor gear or clothing with a label that says Patagonia. Did you know that the Read more