Vacation cabins, a good option travelling in Chile

Vacation cabins or chalets are a sensible option for families and couples travelling in Chile. The increased privacy and independence offered over hotels, are the biggest advantages. Usually they contain an equipped kitchen so one can save money and prepare simple meals. They are usually surrounded by vegetation or have pleasant views and have some space between the cabins.

Along the Andes mountain range in the central and south of Chile, one can find cabins or chalets located near volcanos, national parks and thermal baths. Examples include Las Trancas near Chillan, Volcano Lonquimay near ski centre Corralco, Conguillio and Huerquehue National Parks. Chilean cabins/chalets can be very cheap and basic or luxurious including many optional extras such as spa, sauna, restaurant etc.

The Araucanía region, the ninth region of Chile, marks the start of ancient forests, that Patagonia in the south of Chile, is famous for. Thousand year old Monkey Puzzle trees can be found in the Araucanía region whilst regions further south are famous for their Alerce trees and Valdivian temperate rainforest. Walking/hiking tours, nature-based holidays and ski vacations are a popular option combined with accommodation in vacational cabins that one finds dotted trhoughout the regions.

Choosing a cabin for one´s vacation, offers the possibility to feel more at home whilst travelling. The online travel agencies have evaluation systems that, whilst not foolproof, may assist in selecting the right cabin, based on photos and evaluations of previous guests.