"Chile was AMAZING!!! We loved the country, the scenery and all the people we met. Glad we had warm clothes for the cruise or we would have come unstuck in Atacama, especially when going to the geysers as it was minus ten Celcius. As we approached the cruise time we wondered if we'd cope with the Zodiacs, but everyone was so helpful and safety conscious. Our favourite guide was Cyril in Chiloe. He became a great friend and we had some lovely times together"
RW, Pafos – Cyprus, November 2011
Highlights: "Riding a horse to the top of the volcano Terevaka, the highest point on Easter Island. The views were the best ever"
SB, Bristol, November 2011
Highlights: "The cruise and the viewing of the San Rafael Glacier, closely followed by views of Lago Grey and the Glacier, The Torris del Paine Massif, the Perito Moreno Glacier and the Fitzroy Massif"
SB, Bristol, November 2011
Highlights: "The whole experience in Easter Island, guided round with care and interest by the Explora staff; the visit to Iguazu and the privilege of having access to the park when it was closed to the public; the Cavas pampering; and the Buenos Aires Opera House"
DA, West Norwood, November 2011
Highlights: "Walking up to the top of the French valley in Torres del Paine, or flying south on a clear day and seeing the ice fields and torres del paine from above"
JW, Kennington, November 2011
Highlights: "Torn between Machu Picchu & Rana Roratka on Easter Island. I have long wanted to see each of them and both lived up to my expectations"
CM, Portsmouth, September 2011
Highlights: "Finally seeing the vista that always comes to mind when I think of South America. I got to see the snow covered volcanoes with the blue rivers and frozen scrub and vicunas running all around. Totally thrilled with that"
SB, Glossop, August 2011
"Thank you for an amazing holiday which we will long remember. The Andes Crossing will stay in our minds for ever - such a pristine land with no pollution and so few people! We loved the people and the places and we truly hope that they will treasure their land and their refreshing way of life"
JL, Cambridge, June 2011
"There is so much to see & do in Chiloe & surrounding islands that it merits more emphasis. For younger, active people especially it should offer great opportunities. Our "private home" stay was so comfortable & friendly"
MFB, Bude, April 2011
"We have travelled a lot in our lifetime but nothing prepares you for the breadth of landscapes that you will encounter in Chile. We had three weeks there and felt we only scratched the surface"
CM, Trowbridge, April 2011
"Chile was just fantastic, and we thoroughly enjoyed our experiences in both Patagonia and Atacama. Really quite memorable"
MNR, Alderley Edge, April 2011
Highlights: "The bus journey from Santiago to Mendoza -both for the scenery and the wait at the frontier"
GM, Pontypridd, April 2011
"In San Pedro de Atacama we where spoilt for choice for positive experiences although if we had to choose it would be the time at the Puritama hot springs. Time seemed to disappear there and we nearly missed the bus we were so relaxed. Would strongly recommend this as a visit"
CM, Trowbridge, April 2011
Highlights: "So many, hard to select. Suppose San Pedro de Atacama was really special because of the cloudless skies and surreal scenery"
CA, Amersham, April 2011
Highlights: "The Atacama visit including the flight from Santiago where seats had been pre-booked on the right hand side of the plane to give us superb views of the Andes"
JB, Milnthorpe, March 2011
Highlights: "Seeing the planet Saturn with its rings from the Observatory at Explora Atacama, and visiting the Gray Glacier in Patagonia"
SM, Wimbledon, March 2011
Highlights: "The enormous contrasts from the fantastic nature in Patagonia to the desert in the north to the unique culture on Easter Island. Sunset in Patagonia - cactus walk in river valley - 22m/85 ton statue unfinished in the mountain side"
UB, Uxbridge, March 2011
Highlights: "Impact of spectacular scenery especially in Patagonia"
DM, Falmouth, March 2011
Highlights: "The Atacama visit - a step back in time. Torres del Paine - vastness and unspoilt beauty "
VD, Dublin, March 2011
Castro Excursion, Chiloe; "Superb tour. Nice to be a private excursion, as the guide was able to take us over unmade roads to see things which a coach could not. Full marks for a wonderful tour. First class guide"
JK, Bournemouth, March 2011
"Walking in Torres del Paine, the scenery, the glaciers and the contrast with the Atacama was just fantastic. A well balanced trip"
SS, Seaham, March 2011
"I was amazed and enthralled by Chile and am looking forward to visiting again"
DP, Chiswick, December 2010
"The whole holiday was superb. The scenery in Patagonia was breathtaking as was the wildlife"
RM, Sheffield, November 2010
"Atacama Desert - this was the most amazing place in the world and we have travelled a lot"
GM, Woodford Green, September 2010
"Easter Island is a magical place!"
WB, Reading, August 2010
Highlights: "Mine - Torres del Paine and boat trip to glacier. Husband - Atacama Desert. The day on Chiloe was out of this world - needed a holiday to get over it but really superb - can’t believe we had so many experiences in one day. Fantastic day out, recommend to anyone"
VB, Nantwich, January 2010
Highlights: "Torres del Paine - I’d dreamt of going and it was as beautiful as expected. The walking - it’s the reason I came and loved it all and felt capable of managing it all"
LM, Surbiton, January 2010
"I went to Chile mainland without any knowledge and was overwhelmed. The geology was stunning and range of scenery amazing"
PC, Galashiels, December 2009
Highlights: "The trip to Chiloe - fantastic oysters, loved seeing the penguins, really enjoyed the pit bake, our guide was wonderful. Great food and wine"
AT, Barbican, November 2009
Highlights: "Easter Island - garland welcome and great experiences seeing the 20-25 tonne maoi; lake crossing from Argentina to Chile - great scenery, very varied"
SD, Rochester, November 2009
Highlights: "Valparaiso - lots of history, great atmosphere, and good food. Atacama - wonderful excursions in the desert"
MT, Chester, November 2009
Highlights: "The hikes in Torres del Paine - hard work but amazing place; Day trip to Chiloe Island - so much to see and do there; Overall, the scenery and wildlife exceeded what I expected"
EB, Coventry, May 2009
Highlights: "Torres del Paine - lovely scenery, great walks - totally away from it all"
MD Clanfield, April 2009
Highlights: "The spectacular scenery in Torres del Paine and Los Glaciares National Park. The glaciers were amazing. Also seeing the penguins at Seno Otway and Beagle Chanel"
GP, Wickford, March 2009
Highlights: "There were so many it is difficult to chose - but probably the extremes of the heat of the Atacama, the rain at Puerto Montt and the chill from the southern ocean at Seno Otway"
JH, London, January 2009