Has anyone been to Chile recently? Looking for the latest intel.
Specifically interested in:
- Current price ranges
- Best areas right now
- Any safety concerns to be aware of
- Transport tips
I was there in 2024 and had a decent time. Wondering if things have changed.
Keen to hear from anyone who has been recently.
Cheers
Getting a local SIM card in Chile
Started by DesertRat · 16 Mar 2026 · 1849 views
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.
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18 Mar 2026 at 04:14
I was there in March and prices were slightly higher. Spent about $50/day all-in.
My tip: midweek is much better.
My tip: midweek is much better.
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18 Mar 2026 at 12:14
Adding my experience: scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 15-20%.
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18 Mar 2026 at 16:14
Word of caution — some online profiles are fake. Other than that, great destination.
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18 Mar 2026 at 21:14
Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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20 Mar 2026 at 17:14
Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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21 Mar 2026 at 13:14
Quick question — how was the hotel security?
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22 Mar 2026 at 16:14
I was there in February and prices were great value. Spent about $80/day all-in.
My tip: avoid weekends.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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Adding my experience: scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: some old spots closed.
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25 Mar 2026 at 05:14
Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.
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26 Mar 2026 at 00:00
Been going for years. Scene has improved recently.
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Adding my experience: scene has evolved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
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26 Mar 2026 at 19:00
This matches my experience. Chile is great value for money.
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26 Mar 2026 at 20:14
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.
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26 Mar 2026 at 23:00
Adding my experience: scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 15-20%.
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27 Mar 2026 at 08:00
Been going for years. Scene has improved recently.
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27 Mar 2026 at 11:00
Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.
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27 Mar 2026 at 17:14
Also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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