How to Plan an Adventure Trip to Chile

Located between the Andes Mountains and the Pacific Ocean in South America, Chile is a terrific location for an adventure trip. Between the dessert landscape of northern Chile, near the highest volcano in the world, and the gigantic glaciers in the south lies the world famous Chilean vineyards and waterfalls in the central portion of the country.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Appropriate clothing and gear
• Trip reservation
• Airline tickets

1. Research Chile. Get information about traveling to Chile from your local library or travel agent. Decide if Chile is where you want to take your adventure trip and what type of activities you would like to experience.

2. Contact Cascada de las Animas at [phone] to book an adventure trip to Chile. Cascada de las Animas is a former horse ranch located in the Andes Mountains in Cajon del Maipo, just 60 kilometers southeast of Santiago, Chile. They offer several different vacation packages, which include horseback riding, trekking, hiking and whitewater river rafting. The treks, which can last anywhere from 30 minutes to four hours, take you through a beautiful, private sanctuary where you will experience wildlife and waterfalls.

3. Choose your accommodations. At Cascada de las Animas, you can rough it by camping outdoors, sleeping in a rustic log cabin or spending your nights at a nearby bed and breakfast inn. Cascada de las Animas has a beautiful campground, swimming pool and sauna.

4. Pick a date and book your adventure trip to Chile. The best time to visit central Chile is the spring (September through November) or fall (late February through mid April). Temperatures are cool but not too cold. And there are less travelers and cheaper rates at this time than in the summer months (December through February).

Tips & Warnings

• Bring plenty of warm clothing and rain gear for unexpected changes in weather.
• Check the small print and understand the cancellation policy before booking any trip.