Chile is a new country for me to visit! Argentina is smack-dab right next door to Chile, just look at the map below:
My last adventure to this area of the world was a hiking trip in Argentina where I fell in love with the mountains near El Chalten. This trip I’ll be in the Andes again with an opportunity to visit more of the area: Easter Island, Chiloé Island, Torres del Paine and Iguassu (Iguazu) Falls from the Brazilian and Argentinian sides. When I was in Buenos Aires, so many years ago, Pope Francis was selected Pope … and the people of his church celebrated here! I also remember seeing tango dancing and on this trip I may even get a tango lesson!
Plenty of history to be learned, wildlife to view, UNESCO sites to visit, hikes to enjoy, wines, craft beer and food to taste, local and indigenous people to meet, and new birds for me to discover! Now for the adventure to begin!
What a wonderful adventure you will have!
The Atacama Desert is fascinating. And Easter Island not to be missed. Travel safely.
I will need to return for Atacama Desert from what I keep hearing. Another trip!
My only trip to South America so far was a tour that included Santiago/Valparaiso, Iquique, San Pedro de Atacama and the Atacama Desert, and Easter Island. It was a great trip.