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Route guides, travel diaries and practical tips from our team and the travellers who've driven our campers across Chile.

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Checklist: What to Pack for Your First Camper Trip in Chile
Trip Preparation3 min read

Checklist: What to Pack for Your First Camper Trip in Chile

Skip the long explanations. Here is a fast, scannable checklist for your first camper trip in Chile.

September 16, 2026Read
Renting vs. Buying a Vehicle to Explore Chile
Comparisons4 min read

Renting vs. Buying a Vehicle to Explore Chile

Thinking about buying a vehicle instead of renting for your Chile trip? Here is an honest cost and logistics comparison.

September 12, 2026Read
Elqui Valley: A 4-Day Stargazing and Pisco Route by Camper
Routes & Itineraries4 min read

Elqui Valley: A 4-Day Stargazing and Pisco Route by Camper

Four days in the Elqui Valley by camper: dark skies, pisco distilleries, and a route built around both.

September 8, 2026Read
Where to See Guanacos and Condors in Chilean Patagonia
Nature & Wildlife4 min read

Where to See Guanacos and Condors in Chilean Patagonia

Guanacos and condors are two of Patagonia's most reliable wildlife sightings. Here is where to look, and how to view them responsibly.

September 5, 2026Read
Camper Truck vs. Motorhome: Which One Should You Choose
Comparisons9 min read

Camper Truck vs. Motorhome: Which One Should You Choose

Not sure whether to rent a 4x4 camper truck or a motorhome in Chile? Here is how to match the vehicle to your route, group size, and comfort needs.

September 3, 2026Read
Real Chilean Travelers: A Family's 3-Week Motorhome Trip Through Patagonia
Testimonials & Experiences3 min read

Real Chilean Travelers: A Family's 3-Week Motorhome Trip Through Patagonia

A real Chilean family's 3-week motorhome trip through Patagonia, and what their route can teach international travelers.

September 2, 2026Read
How to Drive a 4x4 on Gravel Roads
Camper Life & Practical Tips5 min read

How to Drive a 4x4 on Gravel Roads

Driving a 4x4 on gravel is different from paved roads. Here is what to know before your first unpaved stretch in Chile.

August 29, 2026Read
When to Visit Patagonia: A Month-by-Month Guide
Climate & Season4 min read

When to Visit Patagonia: A Month-by-Month Guide

Patagonia weather changes fast by month. Here is a month-by-month breakdown to help you time your camper trip right.

August 26, 2026Read
How to Cross the Chile–Argentina Border in a Rental Vehicle
Border Crossings4 min read

How to Cross the Chile–Argentina Border in a Rental Vehicle

A step-by-step walkthrough of crossing the Chile-Argentina border in a rental camper: what happens at each checkpoint, in order.

August 22, 2026Read
Camper Truck vs. Motorhome: Which One Fits Your Trip
Comparisons4 min read

Camper Truck vs. Motorhome: Which One Fits Your Trip

Skip the long comparison. Answer five quick questions and find out whether a camper truck or a motorhome fits your specific trip.

August 15, 2026Read
The Complete Guide to Renting a Camper or Motorhome in Chile
Travel Tips9 min read

The Complete Guide to Renting a Camper or Motorhome in Chile

New to renting a camper in Chile? Here is everything you need to know before you book: documents, insurance, vehicle types, and what to expect.

August 13, 2026Read
A week in Patagonia in November: crowds, weather and the roads less taken
Travel Diaries3 min read

A week in Patagonia in November: crowds, weather and the roads less taken

November is shoulder season in Torres del Paine: fewer crowds, unpredictable weather and some of the most dramatic skies we've ever seen. Here's what we experienced driving the W circuit in our Patagonia camper.

May 2, 2026Read

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