Chile's intoxicating wilderness is complemented by its
sophisticated cities, a gripping history, a fast-evolving culture
and outdoor adventure; you could hike, bike, ski, surf, swim,
horseback ride and even paraglide your way from desert to ice
fields. All of which combines to make travel here reassuringly
easy, always inspiring, often surprising and never, ever
boring.
Flying time: Santiago - 16 hours 15 minutes
Time difference: Santiago GMT -5 hours
Getting there: Daily flights with Air France
via Paris to Santiago.
Currency: Peso
Visas: British passport holders do not require
a visa. All other nationals please check visa requirements with the
embassy.
Best time to visit: Chile always has a
region ripe for exploration, whatever the season. But if your heart
is set on one part of the country, pick your dates carefully.
Chile's southern charms, including Torres del Paine and the Lakes
District, are best visited in summer (December to March) as some
are all but impenetrable in winter (June to September). The
summer's long days boost outdoor fun, although the spring months of
November and December and autumn months of March and April can be
nearly as good.