We had an incredible time visiting Chile and creating experiences!
Chile | Oct 16 - Nov 2, 2025

Nilsa
Nilsa M.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Nov 07, 2025

We had an incredible time visiting Chile and experiencing the country. Marcela did a wonderful job accommodating all the things we wanted to do with all the places we wanted to visit. It entailed a lot of moving parts and everything fell into place. Thank you Gaboo for coordinating all the domestic air tickets. The hotels we stayed in were very nice, comfortable and centrally located to restaurants and shops within walking distance. Our driver in Santiago, Eliseo Albornoz, was outstanding. We so much enjoyed talking to him each time he picked us up from the airport and during our time in Santiago. We enjoyed all the activities and the sights at the Atacama desert, Santiago, Patagonia and Rapa Nui! But I leave most impressed with the young men and women who were our guides in San Pedro de Atacama and Patagonia. They guided us in areas of extreme weather conditions, while educating us in all that pertains to the native wildlife, plants, vegetation, and even geology of the region. They maintained a positive attitude and high energy throughout. It was truly a pleasure to learn about Chile through them.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Cabo De Hornos
Punta Arenas

Beautiful and elegant hotel, eco-friendly. It’s situated right in the middle of downtown, walking distance to many restaurants, shops and tourist attractions .

Authenticity & Character
The artwork in this hotel is beautiful
Location
Walking distance to everything you need -restaurants, shops, museums and tourist attractions.
Staff
Everyone was very courteous and accommodating.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Nice room with super comfy beds.
Hotel Kimal
San Pedro de Atacama

This hotel is centrally located to everything in town. The room small but quaint although a bit dark. The bed was not very comfortable. The room had a nice private sitting area outside your door.

Authenticity & Character
Adobe like room with a private sitting area outside your room which was very nice.
Location
Close to everything in town.
Staff
Staff prepared to-go breakfast bags for us several times when leaving early at dawn for the different activities.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The bed was not very comfortable and the room was a bit dark.
Weskar Lodge
Puerto Natales

This hotel is situated right outside of town with an incredible view of the fjord. The rooms are quaint.

Authenticity & Character
The hotel holds a lodge feel throughout.
Location
The hotel sits just outside of town with a beautiful view of the fjord.
Staff
Everyone was very pleasant and approachable.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Room is on the small side but nice and clean.
Hotel Hare Nua
Hanga Roa

This is a boutique hotel that embraces you with many personalized experiences, from the lei once you land at the airport, the arrival special drink waiting for you at the reception room, to your breakfast table with your personalized name placard served and ready for you every morning. The location is great, walking distance to shops, restaurants and the cove.

Authenticity & Character
A very nice layback tropical boutique hotel
Location
Close to restaurants, shops and the cove.
Staff
The staff was super warm and welcoming.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The rooms were nice, comfortable and clean.
Hotel Lago Grey
Torres del Paine

This hotel is right in the middle of the glacier grey park . As soon as you walk into the reception area the view from the floor to ceiling window in the bar and restaurant takes your breath away with direct view of a neon blue iceberg floating in the distance and surrounded by nature. Our room was super spacious with a huge picture window facing the water and nature with complete privacy. You can sit and look out the window mesmerized for hours. What an amazing privilege it was to be able to stay in this hotel.

Authenticity & Character
Quiet elegance surrounded by nature, superb!
Location
This hotel is stunning, right in the middle of the glacier grey park with view of an iceberg and surrounded by nature.
Staff
The staff was very warm and professional.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Beautiful spacious room with a very comfortable bed and great big picture window facing nature.
Hotel Eco Boutique Bidasoa
Santiago

This boutique hotel was our home base during our trip through Chile and we couldn’t be happier with it. It’s in a safe location with shops close by. The interior design of the hotel is very elegant and vibrant. The rooms are spacious with a very comfortable bed and convenient mini-fridge with nice decor. The restaurant has a delicious menu, great drinks and superb service.

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful boutique hotel with vibrant interior design.
Location
Great location walking distance to shops.
Staff
Service was superb.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean, spacious room with comfortable bed.
Activity Reviews
Penguin Colony on Magdalena Island
Penguin Colony on Magdalena Island
Chile

Visiting the Penguin Colony on Magdalena Island was an amazing experience. The penguins were adorable, and the setting was breathtaking. It was a unique opportunity to see these beautiful creatures in their natural habitat, and the tour was well-organized.

Kayaking in Eberhard Fjord
Kayaking in Eberhard Fjord
Puerto Natales

Kayaking in the Eberhard Fjord was truly a highlight of our trip. Our guide Paulo was incredible, helping us with equipment and making sure we were comfortable. The serene location with mountains and snow in the backdrop made the experience unforgettable. After kayaking, being welcomed with tea made the day perfect.

Tour of Tatio Geysers
Tour of Tatio Geysers
San Pedro de Atacama

The Tour of Tatio Geysers in Atacama was impressive beyond words. Despite the rugged conditions, our guides were constantly checking on us and ensuring our well-being. Their expertise and stamina under such conditions were commendable. It was an educational and awe-inspiring experience.

Certified Diving in Easter Island
Certified Diving in Easter Island
Easter Island

Certified Diving in Easter Island was a fantastic experience. Despite not having dived in years, the dive masters took great care of us and later let us dive independently once they were confident in our skills. The only drawback was not knowing to bring a thumb drive for the pictures, which added some inconvenience. Overall, though, the experience was wonderful.

Morning Tour to Orongo
Morning Tour to Orongo
Easter Island

The Morning Tour to Orongo was a standout experience. The views of the crater with water were simply spectacular. Having a knowledgeable guide made the visit even more enriching, as they provided deep insights about the area. It was undoubtedly my favorite part of the visit to Easter Island.

Boat Trip to Glacier Grey
Boat Trip to Glacier Grey
Chile

We visited 3 different areas of the glacier grey all equally beautiful. It was a fun catamaran trip and we took great pictures. We even enjoyed a drink with glacier ice.

Quality of Experience
We had an opportunity to see all 3 sites of the glacier grey.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The staff had a great sense of humor, they provided information on how this glacier was formed and offered to take take pictures .
Transport
We were picked up from the hotel to the trail to the beach site.
Tour to Torres del Paine National Park with Overnight
Tour to Torres del Paine National Park with Overnight
Chile

The views of Torres del Paine were impressive . The area is beautiful and so well protected. Worth revisiting to continue exploring the sites. Our guide, John, was incredible. He was so warm and friendly it felt like we had been friends of many years.

Quality of Experience
Amazing sights
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Marcela Huidobro
Marcela
Marcela Huidobro
Local specialist in Puerto Varas | Replied on Nov 10, 2025

Hola Nilsa, hola René!
Thank you so much for your wonderful message. It makes me happy to know that you enjoyed such a long and complete journey across Chile and that you were able to experience the beauty and diversity of our country’s landscapes and people.

It was a real pleasure to help you plan this adventure, and I’m delighted to hear that everything came together so well. I hope the memories you made here stay with you for a long time and that one day you’ll come back to explore even more of this corner of the world!

Un abrazo,
Marcela