Chile Family Explorer
Trip highlights
- Enjoy a private walking tour of Chile’s capital
- Discover the UNESCO port city of Valparaiso
- Hike the awe–inspiring trails around Torres del Paine
- Go stargazing under Atacama's infinite clear skies
- Experience the thrill of outdoor adventures in North Aysén
- Track wild pumas around Torres del Paine national park
Our bespoke trips include
We design one-of-a-kind journeys incorporating luxury in all its forms. Our bespoke trips include:
- Luxury accommodation throughout
- Privately guided tours
- Private transfers
- Meticulously selected experiences
- Expertise and support from your Jacada Concierge
- Days 1–3 Santiago
- Days 3–7 Torres del Paine
- Days 7–10 North Aysén
- Days 10–13 Atacama Desert
- Days 1–3 Santiago
- Days 3–7 Torres del Paine
- Days 7–10 North Aysén
- Days 10–13 Atacama Desert
Itinerary in detail
Every Jacada trip is tailored to your personal preferences and interests. Below you’ll find a sample itinerary to inspire your own custom-designed journey.
Two nights in Santiago
The most striking feature of Santiago is its position on the Central Valley, with the Andes providing an amazing backdrop as they loom majestically on the horizon to the east. Home to over 40% of the Chilean population, the city is abuzz with activity, and over the past decade has transformed itself from a necessary stopover to a cultural nucleus, pulsing with creativity. You’ll have our list of recommended restaurants and attractions to make sure you make the most of your time here.
Where you could stay
Santiago
Overview
As one might expect from the Ritz-Carlton, this is one of the best luxury hotels in South America, with impeccable service. The hotel is well located, near some excellent restaurants.
The rooms are very luxurious, and the crowning feature of the hotel is the stunning, glass-covered rooftop pool and spa. Which, on a clear day, offers fantastic views to the Andes.
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Highlights
- 62 rooms
- Restaurant & Sky Bar
- Rooftop swimming pool
- Spa, Jacuzzi, sauna & steam room
Overview
The Singular Santiago is a luxury hotel in the Lastarria neighbourhood of Santiago.
A sister hotel to The Singular Patagonia, The Singular Santiago is located in one of the artiest areas of the Chilean capital, Lastarria: the Museum of Fine Art, the Museum of Visual Arts, and the Gabriel Mistral Center are all within walking distance of the hotel.
It’s not just the location that’s appealing: the rooftop pool provides a scenic setting in which to both cool down after a day exploring Santiago and take in the view; the spa offers post- or pre-long-haul flight massages; and the Singular Restaurant serves French dishes alongside local specialties, such as Guanaco and Penca, to keep the flavour decidedly Latin. The ninth-floor Sky Bar is the perfect place to polish off a day in Lastarria.
There are 62 rooms: the Patio Rooms and the Classic Rooms overlook the Plaza Mulato Gil, and the Deluxe Balcony Rooms have views across the Parque Forestal. All rooms at The Singular benefit from stylish decor and all the mod-cons you could wish for, including wireless internet, LCD TVs, large and comfortable beds, and well-equipped, spacious marble bathrooms.
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Overview
A charming boutique hotel set in the heart of the relaxed Providencia district of the city.
The hotel has an elegant, French style to the decoration of the rooms and communal areas combined with modern comforts.
Service is personal and attentive making this a relaxing and enjoyable place to stay and explore the city from.
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Overview
Mandarin Oriental Santiago enjoys a reputation for style, service and outstanding facilities. You’ll find it in the exclusive neighbourhood of Las Condes making it the perfect place to call home while you’re in this part of South America. There are 310 spacious and calm rooms to choose from, with incredible views of the Andes Mountains, city or garden.
The hotel’s collection of restaurants and bar offer a unique fusion of flavours from around the globe. Enjoy the art of Nikkei cuisine at Matsuri. Taste outstanding wines coupled with unforgettable Italian dishes at Senso, or unwind in the Atrium Lobby Lounge.
When you’re not out discovering everything the city has to offer, while away the hours beside the pool, or enjoy a rejuvenating spa treatment.
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Santiago
Highlights
- 42 comfortable rooms some with park views
- Restaurant featuring simple yet striking dishes
- A tranquil spa with unique treatments
Overview
Hotel Magnolia offers you an oasis where the art of hospitality and comfort are celebrated. The 42 rooms are inspired by history and each highlights remarkable details, like the stained glass windows of the heritage building. The decor is elegant, with a focus on being a home away from home.
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City Tour
Valparaiso
Walking tour of the city
Discover the rich history of Santiago on an engaging city tour. Learn about the country’s art, architecture, sports and daily life with stops such as Santa Lucia Hill, where the city began in 1541, and the historic Plaza de Armas. Along the way, take in spectacular views of the Mapocho River valley, framed by the majestic Andes Mountains.
Day trip to Valparaiso
Travel to nearby Valparaiso for a half day guided tour of this delightful port city with UNESCO status with an expert local guide. Take in the important historical and cultural attractions at your own pace, stopping to admire the eclectic street art that this city is famous for.
Four days exploring Torres del Paine
The national park of Torres del Paine and its surroundings are one of the most spectacular and unique places in the world. Rising from sea level to a height of almost 3000 metres, the granite peaks that make up the ‘Torres’ would be a truly breath-taking sight on their own. However, when they’re joined with turquoise glacial lagoons, icebergs, snow-capped mountains, endless fjords, forest and rushing rivers all overseen by condors, pumas and vicunas, it becomes something truly special and, for many, the sole reason that they visit Chile.
Depending on the lodgings you have a chosen and your family’s preferences, a program of activities featuring a whole host of different and diverse ways to explore and encounter Torres del Paine for all ages is on offer so you can all make the absolute most of your stay here.
Where you could stay
Torres del Paine
Highlights
- 14 freestanding villas
- Relais and Chateaux Restaurant
- Bar and lounge
- Completely tailor-made experiences
- A dedicated professional guide and 4x4 vehicle to explore in privacy
Overview
You wouldn’t think that the spectacular Patagonian region of Torres del Paine could get any better regarding luxurious design-led hotels, but it has, courtesy of the exclusive sibling hotel to Awasi Atacama, and the only lodge in the area to offer tailor-made excursions for each guest. Adding to that, a portion of the proceeds from each guest’s stay helps to support The Awasi Patagonia Conservation Project, which aims to create a natural corridor for wildlife. Awasi guides also help to monitor the puma populations and keep hunters away, increasing the properties, and its guests, positive impact on the region.
14 wooden-clad, shipping crate-style ‘villas’, which were inspired by the old outpost shelters, lie scattered over the wind-protected private reserve, facing the epic Lake Sarmiento and the famous three-tower peaks. Inside, the warming and minimal Scandinavian cabin decor nicely cushions you from the harsh weather outside, with natural wood interiors, large inviting beds, your own living room with log fireplaces, a hot tub and with every modern amenity to hand. The master villa, which has two bedrooms, is perfect for families.
The dispersal of these freestanding villas befits the solitude of your surroundings, giving you a pleasing level of privacy but also a heightened experience of the landscape’s isolation.
The main house, just a short walk from the villas, features a Relais & Chateaux restaurant, terrace and living area. Awasi is renowned not only for its style, but for tailoring its tours to each individual guest and for serving delectable gourmet food. Guests can choose whatever excursions they want to do, without having to compromise for the sake of a group.
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Highlights
- 40 rooms
- Uma Spa
- Wi-Fi
- Bar, lounge, TV room
- Indoor swimming pool
- Half-day treks, full-day hikes to the national park
- 4WD excursions
Overview
It’s this hotel’s bizarrely beautiful shape, designed to imitate that of a sun-bleached fossil on the ruggedly wild shores of Lake Sarmiento, which makes Tierra Patagonia such a striking place to stay. In fact, this sustainable lodge is known worldwide for its innovative architecture, which blends naturally into the landscape. The revitalised pampa, where the complex is based, has benefited from great conservation efforts, as well as focus on minimising footprint in this beautiful area.
This impressive blonde-wooded, design-led ‘shell’ houses 40 simple yet sophisticated Scandinavian-style rooms. Their exposed timber interiors create a tangible Sauna-like warmth that contrasts well with the views of the desolate pampas outside. There are family apartments of two adjoining rooms available, as well as the extensive Uma Spa, which is particularly welcomed after a hard day hiking the Torres del Paine National Park, which is simple given the hotel’s superb team of guides and the varied activities on offer here. From horse riding to climbing, this great range of opportunities means you really can take full advantage of your truly magnificent surrounds.
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Highlights
- Enjoy views of the channel or the Patagonian plains from one of the 57 rooms
- Explore the hotel's history through its galleries
- Feast on traditional Chilean dishes and French-infused cuisine
- Embark on a trek of the Torres del Paine
- Head out on a boat to sail the nearby fjords
Overview
Housed in the restored, post-Victorian cold-storage factory ‘Frigorifico Puerto Bories’, the Singular Patagonia is part of a National Monument that has been sympathetically and stylishly converted into one of Patagonia’s most elegant hotels.
Located on the shores of the Señoret Channel, at the end of the Ultima Esperanza Sound, the Singular Patagonia is ideally placed for expeditions to some of Patagonia’s most inaccessible parts and sights. With two of their own boats to explore the intricate fjords, channels and islands, as well as a wealth of other land-based activities, you really will have the entirety of the Torres del Paine at your disposal.
The hotel’s décor blends regional character with the building’s unique history for a contemporary industrial chic fused with a warm, old-style comfort. All of its 57 rooms command steely Patagonian views over the channel water or rugged plains, whilst soft carpets, cosy beds and traditional pieces of furniture add a warmth to their bunker-style design of bare concrete walls and seamless glass windows.
For dining the Singular Restaurant celebrates the mountain ridges of Seno Última Esperanza, presenting locally-sourced ingredients fused with French trends. Indulge in traditional Chilean dishes in a delightful historic and rustic atmosphere of the property’s 100-year-old former blacksmith’s forge at El Asador. We also highly recommend Pisco Sours at sunset.
The main highlight of the Singular Patagonia, however, is certainly its experiences. Enjoy everything Chilean Patagonia has to offer: visit local estancias, explore the Milodon Caves or head out to the town of Puerto Natales and wander through its mountainous national park.
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Highlights
- Included, shared activities
- Horse riding
- Trekking
- Boat navigations
- Heated Indoor swimming pool
- Four open air jacuzzis
- Restuarant and lecture spaces
Overview
Perhaps the most famous hotel in all of Chile, the Explora Patagonia one of the most stunning settings in the world.
Simple and cool from the exterior, things could not be more different once inside. There are large picture windows everywhere (even in the bathrooms) to make the most of the stunning vistas surrounding the hotel. Much of the furniture is hand crafted from local wood and slate, and there are many little design touches to make things more comfortable. The hotel also has a large indoor swimming pool and outdoor jacuzzis.
All activities are included in the programme as are all meals and drinks.
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Hiking
Puma Tracking
Hiking
Torres del Paine is renowned for having some of the most scenic hiking routes in the world, such as the iconic W trek. Set out solo or with a private guide to discover the majesty of these awe–inspiring landscapes, choosing from a variety of routes to suit all fitness levels and abilities.
Puma Tracking
Watch one of the world’s largest cats prowl across the Patagonian Steppe. Puma tracking takes place at sunrise and sunset to coincide with the times of day when Torres del Paine’s pumas are most active. Our local experts know the lay of the land better than anyone, and are familiar with puma habits, the routes they routinely take, and the ‘hotspots’ where they rest or raise their cubs.
Three nights in North Aysén
Located in the heart of Chilean Patagonia, North Aysén is known for its dramatic fjords, turquoise rivers and vast temperate rainforests, showcasing some of the most spectacular scenery in South America. Adventure seekers will find North Aysén to be a haven for outdoor activities. The region’s rivers, including Baker and Futaleufú, are prime destinations for rafting and kayaking. Hiking trails abound, from accessible paths in national parks like Cerro Castillo to challenging treks that lead to breathtaking viewpoints.
Where you could stay
North Aysén
Highlights
- Five uniquely charming cabins
- Communal table in the restaurant and vibrant menus
- Exciting trekking trails to discover
- Try your hand at stand-up paddle boarding and kayaking
Overview
Set amidst breathtaking landscapes, PATA Lodge offers five cabins, each with its unique architectural style, layout and rustic charm. Built using local materials and crafted by local artisans, the cabins reflect a commitment to supporting the surrounding Patagonian community and preserving the region’s natural beauty. The design here is inspired by Patagonia’s rugged landscape, with simplicity and authenticity front of mind. The spaces are warm and inviting, free from unnecessary frills, creating an environment that fosters a deep connection with nature.
The heart of PATA Lodge is the beloved Quincho – a gathering spot where you’re invited to sit by the fireplace, enjoying a glass of wine and lingering over conversations late into the night. In PATA’s restaurant, communal tables encourage a sense of community. Fresh, organic fruits and vegetables from the lodge garden and orchard add vibrant flavors to dishes crafted daily with seasonal ingredients. The PATA team partners with local farms to expand their selection and the wine list highlights exceptional Chilean vineyards.
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Rafting & Kayaking
Hiking
Fly Fishing
Fly Fishing
Rafting & Kayaking on the Futaleufu River
The rushing waters of the Futaleufu river are perfect for a kayaking or rafting excursion. Your guide will accompany the whole process, showing you how to paddle and helping you navigate the thrilling whitewater. Depending on ability, you can tackle more difficult or steeper sections of the river, taking in the stunning views as you go.
Hiking
There are a multitude of hiking routes throughout the North Aysén region. Our favourite is the Carretera Austral (Southern Highway) which weaves a scenic journey through lush valleys, towering mountains and secluded villages. Your guide can advise on the best routes for all fitness levels.
Fly Fishing
A flourishing trout population in North Aysén’s lakes and rivers makes it the perfect place for a spot of fly fishing. Stride out into the serenity of your surroundings and spend a day just you and the water in search of both brown and rainbow trout.
Out of this world encounters in Atacama
The driest desert on earth, the Atacama is renowned for its otherworldly landscapes, such as the captivating Valle de la Luna, which has been used to test Mars–bound NASA rovers. Its rugged landscapes are sculpted by volcanoes, vividly coloured lagoons, salt flats and geysers.
The remote oasis town of San Pedro de Atacama forms a central hub, and from here you can venture out to explore the wilderness on foot, horseback, mountain bike, or 4WD.
Where you could stay
Atacama Desert
Highlights
- 42 rooms, each with a terrace
- Spa
- Swimming pools and hot springs
- Astronomy classes and excursions
- Mountain biking
- Restaurant
- Lounge and bar
Overview
Almost imperceptible from its backdrop of baked red rock, emerging as a perfectly placed traditional adobe settlement, it takes an even closer look to discover that this is, in fact, the very conscientiously designed and luxuriously authentic Nayara Alto Atacama. Its beauty is matched by its sustainable ideals, with the resort dedicated to integrating into the environment without causing harm to the immediate landscapes or ecosystems.
In the shadow of the Cordillera de la Sal and with the San Pedro River coursing by its enviably remote and magical position in the Atacama desert means it is well placed to explore the surrounding natural sights of deep, sweeping valleys and canyons, kaleidoscope skies, serene lagoons, ancient ruins and tempestuous geysers.
Yet the location is only part of the hotel’s unique allure; its design both in and out stylishly embraces the aesthetic of the Altiplano and Atacama. Varying textures in the form of colourful earth-tone tiles, Brea lamps, cave paintings, local iconography, sculptures, and coarse Aguayo tapestries and Amerindian textiles, blend to create an inviting, warm and intimate atmosphere to the contrasting wilderness outside. Each comfortable room features its own terrace and is equipped with many modern appliances and luxuries.
What’s more the hotel’s activities and expeditions are expertly planned and personalised to you, with private guiding available. The staff will do their utmost to look after you and there are many facilities to enjoy at the hotel, such as yoga, spa treatments, hot springs, or just sitting under the patio awnings gazing at the spectacle in front of you.
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Overview
The Explora hotels are perhaps Chile’s most famous, meaning Explora Atacama comes with an enviable reputation to live up to and it’s pleasing to say that it doesn’t disappoint.
Everything about the hotel exudes understated quality, with tastefully furnished, extremely comfortable rooms. Each has its own jacuzzi in the bathroom and a cut-out floor to ceiling window with panoramic views.
There are four interconnected high-design swimming pools and saunas, a stargazing platform (complete with high quality telescopes) and an open bar. The hotel is also home to a superb restaurant.
The programmes offered are all inclusive, so all meals, most drinks and all tours are included in this price. Explore this beautiful region either on foot, horseback riding, bike, or 4WD excursions. There are also cultural excursions and high mountain ascents ranging in difficulty and altitude. For safety reasons, high mountain hiking requires a minimum of two-night acclimatization but we’d recommend four nights here simply to get the most out of your time here.
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Highlights
- 12 thoughtfully crafted circular suites
- Indulge in delicious dishes in the open-air restaurant
- Dip your toes into the outdoor pool to cool off from the desert heat
- Head out on 4WD adventures with your private guide
- Spot roaming llamas and alpacas
Overview
Within the ancient town of San Pedro de Atacama lies Awasi, a 12-suite lodge complete with communal areas and a restaurant. The lodge offers a private guide and a 4WD vehicle with each room, so your Atacama Desert adventures are mere moments away. The hotel’s experiences are all completely private and personalised to your needs and requests.
The stunning suites of Awasi Atacama are circular in shape and thoughtfully crafted from adobe, stone and wood which help to keep them cool in the day and warm in the evenings. Each suite has its own private patio along with indoor and outdoor showers, whilst ten of the suites also feature their own walk-in wardrobes and chaises longues. For the rare, chilly evenings you’ll find cosy armchairs and alpaca blankets to wrap up warm in.
Throughout the lodge the walls are splashed with beautiful decorations of wool hangings and hardwood and marble floors, all of which evoke a sense of history and tradition.
The charming restaurant uses local, seasonal produce to create delicious dishes that show off some of the more traditional ingredients used in Chilean cooking. Its open-air setting makes for a truly magical and memorable meal.
For a welcome relief from the heat take a dive into the outdoor pool, or relax under the twinkling stars in one of the common areas, the crackling flames of the nearby fire pit your only companion.
Operating on an all-inclusive basis, Awasi Atacama ensures that transfers, accommodation, full-board meals, non-alcoholic beverages and all excursions are seamlessly included in your stay, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in this extraordinary experience.
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Highlights
- Choose from rooms or spacious apartments
- Andes mountain and volcanoes views
- Each room has a private terrace (except the family rooms) with views of the Licancabur volcano
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Pool
- Yoga area
- Spa
- Hot tub
- Steam room
- Volcano climbing
- Horseback riding
- Stunning natural surroundings
Overview
Nestled in the northern desert of Chile, the Tierra Atacama encapsulates exquisite design and authentic experiences. The hotel has been designed to be casually elegant in a neo-minimal style, with rooms intricately decked out with local, carefully sourced, hand-made textiles to add an authentic desert feel.
Within the guest rooms you’ll find touches of local culture everywhere, from handwoven throws to cowhide rugs and llama figures carved from the volcanic rock of nearby Toconao. Rooms range from the Oriente rooms, which feature private terraces and volcanic views, to the apartments. These can accommodate up to six people and are spread over two floors. All rooms look out over the Andes mountain range and nearby volcanoes, with views of the desert available from dusk until dawn.
For dining, you can enjoy a blend of the rich flavours of Chilean cuisine and local produce from the Atacama Desert in a restaurant inspired by the desert surroundings. Whether indulging in traditional Chilean specialities or sipping on world-class wines at the bar, you’ll be enveloped in an atmosphere of simple luxury.
There are a plethora of activities to embark on during your stay at the Tierra Atacama as well. Feast your eyes on the Tatio Geysers, one of the world’s most impressive geothermal sites, uncover the bewildering sights of the Salar de Atacama on a captivating excursion to Chaxa Lagoon, or you can even unearth ancient petroglyphs and admire a kaleidoscope of color at Rainbow Valley.
When you’re not exploring the hotel’s surroundings, Tierra Atacama will offer you the opportunity to rejuvenate yourself within its spa. Soak in the al fresco hot tub, enjoy a spa circuit as you drift between the indoor pool and steam room, or dive into the outdoor pool. The spa’s treatments also incorporate natural ingredients from the region, such as sheep’s milk, honey, and clay. If you prefer yoga to relax your muscles, there is an area located on a shaded platform within the gardens.
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Stargazing
Surreal Landscapes
Biking & Hiking
Biking & Hiking
Stargazing
The clear skies of Atacama, considered the best in the Southern Hemisphere for astronomy, offer exceptional observation of the firmament and celestial bodies. Here, your private guide and driver will take you out into the desert to enjoy stargazing.
Tour of the Atacama Desert
Explore Atacama’s otherworldly landscapes, from salt flats that stretch infinitely into the horizon, to vivid coloured lakes populated by flamingoes and powerful geysers bursting forth from the rocks. Your private guide will take you through the desert’s most intriguing sites, and explain how each of them came to be.
Biking and hiking
There are a multitude of ways to explore the wonders of Atacama, including horse riding and by 4WD, although some of our favourites are hiking and biking. Go at your own pace, exploring wherever piques your interest, and take in the sights of salt flats, geysers, canyons, valleys and volcanoes.
Delfina created an itinerary for us that matched our requirements perfectly. The information prior to our trip enabled us to prepare for it and the help and advice from Carlos was excellent. The attention to detail throughout our visit was exemplary. Everything was taken care of and we really did not have to think or worry about a single thing.…
Why book with Jacada
Personalised design
We’ll plan your trip around your personal interests, tastes and preferences, providing honest advice based on first-hand knowledge.
Authentic experiences
Our expert guides and brilliant Concierges are hand-picked for their ability to bring your destination to life with care and passion.
Positive Impact
We seek out unforgettable experiences that benefit both local communities and the environment.