Erin Wiley
Put simply, travel makes people happy and I want to be a part of that. If I am not traveling myself then I want to surround myself with people who are.
Originally from Michigan, I grew up camping and adventuring along the shores of the Great Lakes from a young age. My love affair with South America started in 2006 when I took my first international trip to Peru. Since, I have been back and forth between my home in Michigan and South America, having spent considerable time both working and traveling across the continent. I am currently based in Puerto Natales, Chile where I am lucky enough to have Torres del Paine National Park as my backyard.
What places and activities do you specialize in?
"We specialize in trips in and around Torres del Paine National Park as well as Los Glaciares National park in Argentina.
I can help you organize anything from the standard ´W´ Hike to more exclusive and off-trail hikes in some of the parks hidden valleys. Would you fancy a 3-day camping and kayaking expedition? I can do that too!
Adventure, adventure, adventure! "
How did you get involved in travel?
"Around 2008 I began traveling to Peru each summer, organizing trips for a University of Michigan based sustainable development project. This initiative brought me back each summer and from there I discovered the world of backpacking. After numerous trips and years spent in South America it became clear that I wanted to root myself here, and what better place than Patagonia. With over 10 years experience in the hospitality industry and a grand passion for travel and the outdoors I decided that a career in the adventure travel industry was the way to go, and here I am!"
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"I spent 4 days in a hammock on a boat floating (very slowly...) down the Amazon River."
Erin's favorite itineraries and travel advice
Top itineraries and travel advice
Spend two action-packed weeks traveling around Argentine Patagonia! This itinerary starts in Buenos Aires, where you'll take a city tour before flying south to El Calafate, the...
Explore southern Patagonia's wild landscapes on this 10-day adventure. The trip starts in El Calafate, Argentina, with a boat ride to the famed Perito Moreno Glacier. Then enjoy...
Trek across Patagonia's glacial landscapes on this 10-day rugged journey through the UNESCO-listed Torres del Paine and Los Glaciares National Parks. Starting in the Chilean...
Family itineraries
Immerse your family in the wonders of Patagonia on this adventurous itinerary that spans two weeks and two countries. Start in the Chilean town of Punta Arenas with penguin and...
Families seeking the best of Patagonian nature need look no further—this far-reaching but gently-paced trip spans two countries and five national parks. Spend two weeks...
Luxury itineraries
Snowcapped volcanoes, pristine mountain lakes, and quiet hiking trails await you on this active weeklong adventure around northern Chilean Patagonia. After city sightseeing,...
Spend a week enjoying thrilling adventures around Chilean Patagonia's wild frontiers and soaring Andes peaks without sacrificing anything in terms of comfort. And though this is...
Sample Chile's art, cuisine, and culture on this luxury weeklong tour. You'll taste fine wines on vineyard tours in the lush Casablanca Valley and learn to make classic Chilean...
Recent trip reviews for Erin
Patagonia: Where the Wild Whispers and the Sky Roars
Patagonia
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Mar 29 - Apr 7, 2025
What a review! Thank you so much Chris. I'm just so happy that you and your family had a great time. I wish all travelers were as easy-going as you all, we loved working with you, our guides loved spending time with you, and you are welcome back anytime. Thanks for trusting us, your program was similar to what I would do if I were to plan a trip for myself. Sending our best to you and your family.
Erin & the team at Dittmar Adventures
Amazing
Patagonia
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Mar 14 - Mar 25, 2025
Mariela, it was such a pleasure to plan this trip for you and your friends! I'm really glad to hear that the trip met your expectations and that you enjoyed this spectacular destination. Thank you for trusting us with your plans and wishing you all the very best.
Outstanding experience working with Erin and ...
Patagonia
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Feb 23 - Mar 14, 2025
The Kim Kim team offered exceptional communication and responsiveness in addition to detailed local knowledge regarding travel destinations and experience excursions.
They offered several suggestions that aligned with the interests that we expressed.
All details regarding numerous location transfers, local guide service and transportation were very well planned by... Read more
Darci, this trip wouldn't have been such a success without you! Both you and Jeff were such fantastic folks to plan with, I love how much you took the time to carefully consider the plans, making adjustments until we had crafted the perfect trip for the two of you. We very much appreciate you both and would love to have you back anytime :)
Custom Patagonia trip
Patagonia
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Feb 19 - Mar 1, 2025
Bruce, I'm so glad that you all had an amazing trip! Our guides and drivers all had great things to say about your group, come back anytime :)
These ladies know the best places.
Patagonia
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Feb 19 - Mar 1, 2025
Thank you Colson and crew for the fantastic review! I'm delighted to hear that you all enjoyed your trip and had great weather to top it off. Planning with you was easy going and I can say on behalf of my entire team that we appreciate you all.
Best,
Erin
Trip to Chile
Patagonia
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Feb 22 - Mar 2, 2025
Harshil,
Thank you kindly for this review! Nara and I both enjoyed working with you to make this trip happen and I'm so happy to see that you and Khushbu had such a spectacular time. Thank you for trusting us with your vacation plans and cheers to more future adventures!
Best,
Erin
Patagonia - exactly the way we hoped to see it.
Patagonia
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Jan 16 - Jan 28, 2025
Karen! You were such an incredible help in getting the nail on the head for this trip. I really appreciate how clear you were with what kind of accommodations you love, and helping me to understand that that was a priority. We loved working with you on making this happen, and having you and Scott here with us in Patagonia, come back anytime :)
Erin is incredible. She was highly flexible a...
Argentina
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Dec 26 - Jan 5, 2025
Erin is incredible. She was highly flexible and offered several options for activities. We loved working with her.
Thank you so much Tiffany! I think that you would also be a great trip planner, you are fantastic with details. We loved working with you and Dustin, congrats again on your recent engagement and best wishes to you both :)
Kimkim is not as good as you may think
Patagonia
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Dec 5 - Dec 17, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. I think it's important to keep in mind that these are lengthy and complicated trips, and sometimes there is human error, however we are here to help solve those throughout and do our best to do so with kindness, grace and humility. We really enjoyed having your group with us and were happy to read the positive reviews from your other group members. I hope that the good memories from this trip will always outshine these logistical hiccups... Read more
This was amazing. Such a thoughtful itinerary...
Patagonia
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Dec 30 - Jan 5, 2025
Jahon,
We are so happy that you had such a wonderful trip - we really enjoyed hosting you here and received nothing but positive feedback from your guides as well! I'm glad that you enjoyed Hotel Ilaia, I also love their staff, they are just lovely people who create such a warm environment in a somewhat cold destination haha.
Wishing you and your family the best, come back anytime!
