Chile is without doubt one of the oddities of the cartographic world. It stretches nearly 3000 miles from end to end yet is never 70 miles wide. The mighty Andes are ever present on the country's eastern flank, whilst to the west there is the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean. Hemmed in on all fronts it is easy to see why so many people view Chile in such esteem as a remote wilderness destination. Travel to the north of Chile and you reach the Atacama desert, this is the driest desert in the world and ravel to the north of Chile and you reach the Atacama desert, this is the driest desert in the world and home to flamingo, Vicuna and Huemuel as well as many brilliant white salt flats and deep red moon-like rock formations. In the central region you will find an almost unbroken chain of volcanoes which act as a backdrop to the aptly named Lake District. T central region you will find an almost unbroken chain of volcanoes which act as a backdrop to the aptly named Lake District. Travel to the far south and the scenery changes to glaciers and fjords set against dramatic granite massifs. If you are looking for a varied to the far south and the scenery changes to glaciers and fjords set against dramatic granite massifs. If you are looking for a varied holiday offering real extremes of travel then Chile is certain to fit the bill.

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	Chile - The Land of Extremes A 16 day holiday to see Andean wildlife in stunning scenery. Flocks of flamingos, Llamas, geese, woodpeckers, pumas, skunks and Condors can all be seen.
	Easter Island Easter Island is a fascinating destination and can offer some interesting wildlife. Best accessed from Chile.
	Extension ideas for Chile Here are some extension ideas for Chile including Lauca National Park, Chiloe and a Patagonia Cruise!
	Hotel Options for Chile Read more about the hotel options in Chile here! We feature Explora Torres del Paine and Explora Atacama
	Total Solar Eclipse - Easter Island - July 2010 A 2 week Eclipse Adventure. Stay at Vai Moana on Easter Island and see Arica's Azapa Valley, Lauca National Park and the the Atacama Desert. Guided by Tour Leader Professor John Parkinson - July 2010.