Exploring the Chilean Patagonia, Punta Arenas, is definitely a unique experience. The World’s southernmost city is home to fishermen, business people, and sheep farmers, and all outdoor enthusiasts love this place. The spectacular views of the remote icy continent of Antarctica are accessible and so are the Chilean fjords. The endless contrasts and the beautiful scenaries are some of our planet’s most impressive! Punta Arenas is a capital city of the Magellan’s and Chilean Antarctic region in Brunswick Peninsula. It is said to be the southernmost city on earth and it is ranging from Cordillera del Paine in the North to Cape Horn in the South. The Magellan’s region is known to be the Chilean Patagonia with really unique nature to explore. Punta Arenas is about 1418 km from the coast of Antarctica, so if you want to hear the ice cracking and breaking, take a boat ride! Punta Arenas has been called the city of red roofs, because of the metal red colored roofs that used to be so characteristic to this city.

Nowadays, the image is more colorful. One of the most important harbors in Chile is located in Punta Arenas and you can find some interesting stuff about the naval history of the city in the museum of Museum Naval y Marítimo. The Plaza de Armas, also called Plaza Muñoz Gamero, is the center of the city. Most of the accommodation options are nearby this Plaza. You’ll be able to find some really nice restaurants with good Chilean food; try some centolla – King crab and other regional fresh fish dishes, you won’t be disappointed. There’s also better nightlife than you would expect, so get ready for barhopping. Mirador Cerro de la Cruz is not far away from the main square. There’s a great view to the city and in the horizon you can see the island Tierra del Fuego, Mount Sarmiento and the south area of Brunswick peninsula. Check out the Monumento Natural Los Pingüinos where a colony of 50 000 breeding pairs live! To see this magnificent site, you’ll have to get on a ferry boat to Isla Magdalena in the Sound of Magellan.

This is definitely a paradise for wildlife lovers. And are you hungry for penguin sites? Head to Seno de Otway located about 70km from Punta Arenas to see even more penguin breeding grounds. The Alberto De Agostini National Park is one of the largest protected areas in the country. This area with glaciers and fjords includes the Darwin Mountain Range and the Beagle Channel. You can sail along the channel and watch the shimmering glaciers inlets. Pampa Guanaco is another site to see in the park offering a treat for those interested in fishing. There’s plenty of wildlife to be observed in the park; you’ll see some sea lions rubbing shoulders with elephant seals and sea otters, called “chungungos”. Flora is diverse and e.g. the cinnamon trees grow on the steep cliffs. Punta Reserva Forestal Magallanes is great for outdoor enthusiast (like the whole country itself!). It offers a nice variety of mountain-biking and trekking trails. You can hike all the way up to the Cerro Mirador also called Mt Fenton and you won’t be disappointed by the opening views, which are superb.

In case you don’t feel like walking, you can take a chairlift to the top. You can take a horse riding trip to Mount Fenton. This is also for beginners! For those who are eager for more adventures there’s a variety of things to do. Here’s one idea: from Puerto Natales you travel to Torres del Paine National Park where you make your journey to the Grey Glacier. Mohawk Laminate Flooring Vs PergoThis is a real natural wonder and walking on the glacier is an unforgettable sensation; Cairn Terrier Puppies For Sale In Raleigh Ncthe panoramic views won’t leave you cold! Boxer Puppies Victor NyDuring this expedition, you’ll be using some ice axes for ice climbing as you make your way on the cracking ice walls. There’s good hiking trail network in Torres del Paine but for the longer hikes you need to bring a tent and carry all food with you.

Torres del Paine itself is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a destination to many travelers. Make sure you’ll have at least a couple of days to spend in this tremendous park. Punta Arenas is often a jumping-off point for Antarctic expeditions so you’ll definitely hear some exciting travel stories in pubs… beware, you might end up making this ultimate journey as well! And don’t miss an opportunity to visit a Chilean sheep farm. On many of these 'estancias' you can also try your riding skills with the 'gauchos'. January and February are the busiest summer months, while July and August are colder wintertime. Punta Arenas is easy to navigate by walking around. The taxis are a bit more expensive than local busses, but much faster. Renting a car might also be a convenient way to move around. There is no specific central bus station in the city. Instead all the bus companies have their own places. You can travel by bus to El Calafate, Coyhaique (takes a whole day), Puerto Montt (over a day’s trip), Río Gallegos, Puerto Natales, Ushuaia and Río Grande.

It’s possible to fly between Santiago and Punta Arenas. There are also flights to Falkland Islands, Porvenir, Puerto Williams, Ushuaia, Río Grande. You can also sail to Tierra del Fuego and Porvenir. When packing your backpack, note the heavily changing weather in Chile and Punta Arenas, as it is fluctuating from extremely cold wind to burning sunlight. Book your next trip to Punta Arenas Locate the perfect hostel, the best and cheapest flight and exciting adventures here. Search cheap hotels & hostels Tours around the world Save time and money by purchasing your date changes up front! ISIC & Discount Cards Save money all over the world with a student, under 31 or teacher discount card. Buy your single or multi-trip travel insurance from only $1.23 a day. Search & book adventure tours in destinations worldwide. Search for Tours >Are Hippie Campers easy to drive Hippie Campers are known for being one of the easiest rental campervans on the market to drive and park.

If you are comfortable driving a car with manual transmission, you will find the Mitsubishi Express 7300 a cinch. Fitting into a standard car parking space is never an issue when you choose the compact Hippie Camper. Be sure to observe the Australian road rules throughout your campervan holiday, and you'll have a wicked time! Do you hire campers to 18 year olds? Hippie happily hires campervans to drivers 18 and over, as long as you hold a valid, non-provisional driver's licence. Do I need a special driver's licence? You can hire a vehicle from Hippie Camper with a standard driver's licence. We require a valid driver's licence, which must be presented in person by all people wishing to drive the vehicle. If the licence is not in English, an International driver's licence or valid, certified translation is also required. Drivers must be 18 years of age or over with a full drivers licence or hold an Australian Green P licence. Where can I drive my Hippie vehicle?

Hippie Campervans can only be driven on sealed/bitumen roads or well maintained access roads less than 12 kilometres long to recognised campgrounds. Travel restrictions also apply outside of Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria. Where do we camp at night?We strongly recommend you stay in a caravan (RV) park. Australia has an extensive network of caravan parks in all major tourist centres and most towns. Caravan parks offer excellent recreational opportunities, plus essential shower and toilet facilities. Powered sites enable you to connect your vehicle to electricity. The approximate cost is AU$25-30 per night. Most Australian national parks have areas set aside for camping. There are often showers, toilets, barbecues and picnic areas. National parks are also beautiful and peaceful locations to stay overnight. However, national parks do not usually offer powered sites. Council laws prohibit camping on the side of the road near towns and cities. However, outside towns and in country areas it is generally permitted.

How long does the battery system last? The battery system will provide power for between 12 – 20 hours when fully charged depending on use. Hippie Campervans operate on ancillary battery systems which power internal appliances such as the fridge, lights and water pump. The batteries only recharge when you drive the vehicle or when connected to mains power. Idling the engine won't provide enough power to recharge the house battery. When you are connected, all equipment automatically runs on mains power rather than the battery. For the 12 Volt system to work, the 12 Volt main switch must be in the ‘on' position. All vehicles can be connected to 240 Volt mains power via the supplied 15 Amp extension lead with large earth pin. All approved caravan park circuits are rated at 15 amps. What is supplied with my Hippie Campervan Rental? Each campervan is supplied with some complimentary living equipment such as cooking equipment, eating utensils, bath and tea towels.

Hippie also supplies a complimentary Welcome Pack for your first night. The pack contains matches, mini shampoo and conditioner, dishwashing liquid, sponge, soap, salt and pepper, coffee, tea and sugar sachets. Your rental Camper is also supplied with maps and camp ground guides, as well as a free Hippie Camper Touring Map, which contains valuable discounts on attractions and campgrounds for your road trip. We strongly recommend you use soft bags instead of suitcases for your luggage. Soft bags take up less room and fit more easily into the storage cupboards and lockers in the vehicle. What is the Cost of Fuel? Petrol (Gasoline) in Australia comes in unleaded and leaded grades, and is sold by the litre. Petrol and diesel fuel costs between $1.15 AUD and $1.60 AUD per litre and can be higher, particularly in country and remote outback areas. What do I need to do before I book a relocation? Before contacting our reservations team to book your motorhome relocation special, please ensure you complete the following steps for a quick and easy booking process:

Have your credit card ready to pay the deposit Familiarise yourself with the relocation Terms and Conditions Confirm that you have held an open licence for 2 years, and are over 21 years of age Please also remember that you will need to pay a bond on vehicle pick-up, so you must have sufficient funds on your credit card. Do you have a relocation waiting list? The popularity of our relocation offers mean it would be very difficult for us to maintain an up to date relocation waiting list. Our rental vehicle relocation page is updated daily, so the best way to track available relocation specials is by bookmarking this page and visiting it on a regular basis. Can I request a specific relocation? Hippie relocation specials are made available as a result of Hippie's rental requirements. Therefore, we cannot offer any special not posted on our relocation page. How many days can I have the vehicle at the special relocation rate? Hippie offers a certain number of days and free kilometres at the heavily discounted relocation rate.