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What should I know before traveling to Chile?
11 Things You Should Know Before You Travel to Chile
- Santiago is Safe to Visit.
- Chile’s Spanish is Not as Hard to Understand as it is Made Out to be.
- Chile Has So Much to Offer.
- Be Prepared to Drink Lots of Wine.
- Out of the Major Tourist Spots, Most Parts are Untouched.
- Chile is an Expensive Country to Visit.
Do you have to quarantine in Chile?
Chilean citizens or residents without a Mobility Pass must complete a 7-day quarantine at a private residence or hotel. Travelers may use private transport, taxi, or transfer (private van) to reach their final destination, as long as it is no more than two hours from their point of entry into Chile.
Is it safe to travel to Chile at the moment?
Chile – Level 3: Reconsider Travel Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for Chile due to COVID-19, indicating a high level of COVID-19 in the country.
Is Chile expensive to visit?
Costs of your travel to Chile Chile is the most developed country in South America, and it is also one of the most expensive. The prices are similar to what you can find in Europe, and in many cases the price we found was significantly higher than what we pay for the same thing in Spain.
What language do they speak in Chile?
Spanish
Chile/Official languages
How do they say hello in Chile?
Chileans tend to appreciate formalities, so always greet a Chilean with a “Buenas días” or “Buenas tardes.” When two women, or a man and a woman, greet each other in a social setting, they do so with one kiss on the right cheek.
Is Santiago safe for tourists?
Violent crime is relatively rare in Santiago, which regularly ranks as the safest big city in Latin America. Pickpocketing and bag-snatching, however, remain a problem, and tourists are often targets. Be aware that organized groups of pickpockets sometimes target drinkers along Pío Nono in Bellavista.
How many days should I spend in Chile?
Our recommendation is at least 2 weeks to experience Chile’s must-not-miss wonders. This allows plenty of time to explore the destination you are interested in most, with some time to visit the best attractions like Santiago, Valparaiso, a wine valley or two and Cajon del Maipo.
Can you spend US dollars in Chile?
Unlike in some other South American countries, U.S. dollars are rarely accepted in Chile. (The exception is larger hotels, where prices are often quoted only in dollars.)
What is the best time of year to visit Chile?
Chile has a Mediterranean climate and you can find four seasons. The best time to visit is in Spring-Summer, between September and March. Especially if you plan to travel to Patagonia and visit Torres del Paine, where rain and cold are part of the landscape most of the year.
Are there any restrictions on travel to Chile?
Individuals in comunas in Paso 1 are allowed outside for exercise without a permit from 5:00 am to 10:00 am, seven days a week. Some regions of Chile have additional travel restrictions. Individuals traveling to the Magallanes Region must also have a negative PCR test taken 72 hours prior to travel.
What to do with a day in Santiago de Chile?
It is very interesting because you can be on the same day first up in the mountains and finish the day seeing the sunset at the Pacific Ocean. If you are in Santiago you can take a Day Trip to Valparaíso and Visit some Vineyards, or go to the Ski centers or trekking in Cajón del Maipo.
What are the health risks of traveling to Chile?
You can get hepatitis B through sexual contact, contaminated needles, and blood products, so CDC recommends this vaccine if you might have sex with a new partner, get a tattoo or piercing, or have any medical procedures. Rabies is present in bats in Chile. However, it is not a major risk to most travelers.