Chile Tourism News
Live Regenerative Travel at Las Torres Patagonia
Regenerative travel is shaping the future of tourism, and at Las Torres Patagonia more than 30 years of family-led stewardship have shaped every aspect of this estancia experience in Chilean Patagonia. From inviting guests to share the heritage and traditions of Baqueano cowboy culture and sample their multifaceted zero-waste mixology program, to their long-term conservation, volunteer, community partnership and NGO-led initiatives. Importantly, Las Torres Patagonia also celebrates the people who have brought these endeavours to life.
Delta supports marine conservation efforts in Chile
Delta Air Lines is partnering with the Patagonia Azul Foundation to protect and restore some of the world’s most vulnerable marine ecosystems. This collaboration focuses on empowering local communities in southern Chile by providing advanced technology and specialized training to enhance marine conservation efforts. The Patagonia Azul Foundation is a Chilean non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of the Chilean Patagonian Sea, founded with the support of Sylvia Earle, renowned oceanographer and advocate for marine protection through her NGO Mission Blue.
Tierra Atacama Reopens After $20 Million Refurbishment
All-inclusive, eco-friendly, desert hotel, Tierra Atacama, reopens on April 1st 2025 after undergoing a year-long, $20 million renovation. Located just outside the oasis town of San Pedro de Atacama in northern Chile, Tierra Atacama originally opened in January 2008. Built around a centuries-old cattle coral, Tierra Atacama was the first in Tierra Hotels’ collection of boutique luxury sustainably-led lodges located in Chile. It was created by architect Matias González and Miguel Purcell, the founder of Tierra Hotels using traditional adobe walls and rammed earth.
Las Torres Patagonia Expands “10 Volunteers for 10 Days” for 2025
Today, Las Torres Patagonia proudly announces the second edition of its acclaimed “10 Volunteers for 10 Days” campaign. The social media-driven initiative offers ten passionate travelers an all-expenses-paid voluntourism trip to the Eighth Wonder of the World, Torres del Paine National Park, in Chile.
Argentina and Chile to Join Qatar’s Years of Culture Initiative
Qatar’s Years of Culture initiative has announced the Argentine Republic and the Republic of Chile as its partner countries for 2025, two nations enriched by Arab heritage through centuries of migration and cultural exchange as well as a shared enthusiasm for sport. The 2025 partnerships will showcase shared influences – from cuisine to language – while establishing new collaborations across the initiative’s core focus areas of cultural preservation, creative industries, social development, and innovation.
Chile dazzles with its natural diversity and commitment to sustainability at the World Travel Awards
The country won the award for Best Green Destination, which recognizes the promotion of nature experiences and sustainable planning. In addition, Chile is once again the Best Adventure Destination and the Most Romantic Destination for the Atacama Desert in the South American competition.
Chile leads winners at 2020 Latin America World Travel Awards
World Travel Awards – the global initiative to recognise and reward excellence in travel and tourism – has unveiled its Latin America 2020 winners.
Say Hueque goes carbon free in Argentina
Say Hueque has become the first tour operator in Argentina to be recognised as offsetting 100 per cent of the carbon emissions created by its trips.
Chile Tourism launches new post-pandemic campaign
In an effort to lift spirits and encourage post-pandemic travel planning, Chile Tourism has launched the ‘I Dream of Chile’ online campaign across all of its social media channels.
Chile latest country to enter complete lockdown
President Sebastián Piñera announced Chile has entered stage four of its Covid-19 contingency plan. As a result, as of today, all of Chile’s land, sea and air borders will close, and entry of foreigners will be denied until further notice.
Chile unveils plans for Expo 2020 in Dubai
Chile is intensifying preparations for its participation at Expo 2020 Dubai. The South American country will take part in the event under the theme of ‘Sustainability, diversity, tradition, and progress’.
Chile unveils US$5 billion rail development plan
The Chilean government has unveiled plans to invest over $5 billion in one of the largest railway development plans in its history. The plans have the aim of tripling passenger numbers in the country, while also boosting rail freight.