Travel to Patagonia, Chile if you want some distant destination with lots of secret places to discover.
The nature of this region is simply unbelievable with all those mountain peaks, clearest lakes, flora, and fauna.
One of the most remote territories in South America will amaze you with wild nature and fewer people.
If you are accustomed to modern facilities but striving for some wildlife experiences, this place in Chile is exactly what you need.
Patagonia is now famous for two national parks with more than 10 million acres of parkland.
In addition to these two gems, find another eight places that will amaze you in Patagonia, Chile.
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1. Torres del Paine National Park
The mountains in the Chilean Patagonia are mostly horny-like.
In Torres del Paine National Park you will find one of the best hiking routes in Chile.
The views that you’ll see are the best for your new Instagram selfies.
You can go to the prominent granite mountains and see the glaciers as you move further past the crystal lakes.
2. Land of Fire
The Chileans name this National Park Tierra del Fuego.
This is the land of the tribes of Yamana which used to make fires on the shores.
The sailors who passed through the Strait of Magellan saw the fires and called this area the Land of Fire.
If you walk through thick forests, you can go to the azure lake or stumble on a glacier.
Terra del Fuego National Park goes far beyond the Chilean borders to Argentina.
3. San Rafael Glaciers
Could you ever imagine that you will be able to become a witness of one of the 80% of all the South American glaciers?
Now that you are in Patagonia, Chile it finally becomes possible.
On the territory of San Rafael National Park, you can see the duck-egg-blue lakes and huge glaciers.
4. Cape Horn
For this marvelous attraction, you have to take an impressive boat tour with a guide.
A professional sailor is able to lead you through the best lakes in the Chilean Patagonia.
The place is well-known thanks to an enormous black rock rising above the water depths.
When you see the rock, you will definitely want to call it a horn.
This is really dangerous to sail around the peak and many unprofessional sailors are hesitant to sail to this place.
Cape Horn is the closest spot that you will see before going to the Antarctic.
5. Marble Caves
Another prominent lake in Patagonia, General Carrera is very promising in terms of the amazing things you are going to explore.
Don’t lose your chance to see this natural marvel.
The Marble Caves are located in the Andes in Patagonia, and they are simply stunning.
The blue glow of marble reflected in the waters is an incredible sight.
No doubt, you have to take a boat again to get here, but it is worth it.
This place is coolest to visit at the end of the fall, or in the first two months of winter.
6. Magdalena Island
Ever dreamt of seeing the funny Magellanic penguins with your own eyes?
In Chile, you have all the possibilities to discover wildlife in its best.
Usually, you can see a few penguins at the zoo.
What about a hundred thousand of these haunting dwellers of Isla Magdalena?
Come here in winter to cross the sea without unpleasant adventures and incidents.
7. Puerto Natales
Well, if you have already been to the Torres del Paine National Park, you know that the main ‘door’ to this marvelous place is the Senoret Channel.
When going along the channel, stay in the city for a while and explore Puerto Natales.
This area is a good starting point for the discovery of the picturesque fjords of Patagonia.
8. Another Punta
Southern Patagonia can’t be actually reached without passing by Punta Arenas, one of the Chilean Patagonia’s not-so-touristic spots.
Here is the place to book tours to the Strait of Magellan or the Land of Fire, rent equipment for hiking and swimming, or even refresh yourself in a shower.
For history lovers, Punta Arenas is one of the best towns in Patagonia to explore old-time buildings, get inspired for another long trip and just walk around.
9. Chile’s Route 7
Feel like a hero of an incredible Discovery Channel documentary.
Chile’s monumental Route 7 is called Carretera Austral and it’s a highway started back in 1976 by Augusto Pinochet.
This is the most incredible and complex access road that connects Puerto Montt and Villa O’Higgins.
Patagonia is just a ‘transit zone’ but if you are here you will never forget this adventure.
That’s because you will be able to see fjords, glaciers, volcanoes, and valleys, waterfalls and rivers.
Take a car tour or go hiking to take an adventure of a lifetime in Patagonia.
10. Puelo Valley
One of the difficult yet picturesque Patagonian trails is at the Puello Valley region.
Those who stay here for a while will be able to explore the life of the locals, see both pets like cats, dogs or sheep, and wild animals like condors or pumas.
It is important to remember that those creatures are either allergenic or dangerous so you should take measures to prevent yourself from possible problems.
Also, the rivers in Puelo Valley can be crossed with the walking sticks over logs or stones so you should be well-prepared to all those unusual trials.
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