Is it safe to travel to Chile?

Chile is amongst the safest countries on Earth Chile is a very safe destination for travelers in South America. According to the Global Peace Index (updated every year), Chile currently ranks as the 27th safest country on the planet. It is usually considered the safest country in South America, together with Uruguay.

Why do tourists go to Chile?

Beautiful Chile is a destination of prized contrasts with dramatic landscapes that vary from the starkness of the Atacama Desert, the world’s driest, in the north and the Patagonian ice fields in the south to fertile valleys, forests as old as time, temperamental volcanoes and unspoilt beaches.

How do you get to Puerto Montt Chile?

Sky Airline, LATAM Chile and JetSMART fly from Santiago to Puerto Montt every 3 hours. Alternatively, E.T.M. operates a bus from Santiago – Terminal Alameda to Puerto Montt every 3 hours. Tickets cost $26 – $50 and the journey takes 12h 20m.

Where are the Chilean fjords?

The magnificent Chilean fjords stretch down the south west coast of South America. They start in the Reloncavi Sound near Puerto Montt and finish at the end of the continent in Cape Horn. As the crow flies, this is a distance of well over 1,500 km.

Which country is Puerto Montt Chile?

Puerto Montt, port and city, southern Chile.

Do I need a Covid test to fly to Chile?

No. Travelers will have to present the following documents when boarding their flight to Chile: A completed “Traveler’s Affidavit” prepared less than 48 hours before boarding; Proof of a health insurance policy that provides coverage for COVID-19 and related health issues during the traveler’s stay in Chile.

Is English widely spoken in Chile?

English is not commonly spoken in Chile either in the tourist areas or larger cities. 10.2% of the population speak it, which amounts to 1,867,408 Chileans having some level of English language skill. This means that only 1 in 10 speak English and these are usually in more affluent areas.

Are there trains in Chile?

In Chile, there are some excellent train routes for railfans. Ride the rails of Chile from Puerto Varas to the coast and mild climates of Santiago de Chile. Travel by rail to Temuco, Chillán, Talca, and Constitución. There is also a train from Calama in the north to Uyuni in Bolivia.