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Calama to Chile Chico

Updated: March 13, 2024 06:31 AM
Chile Chico

Calama to Chile Chico - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Calama is a city in the Antofagasta Region of Chile. It is located in the Atacama Desert, and is the capital of the El Loa Province. Chile Chico is a town in the Aysén Region of Chile. It is located on the southern shore of General Carrera Lake, and is the capital of the General Carrera Province.


Language

The official language of Chile is Spanish. However, there are also a number of indigenous languages spoken in Chile, including Mapudungun, Aymara, and Quechua.


Currency

The official currency of Chile is the Chilean peso (CLP). It is divided into 100 centavos.


Distance

The distance between Calama and Chile Chico is approximately 1,210 kilometers (750 miles).


How to Reach

There are a number of ways to reach Chile Chico from Calama. The most common way is to fly from Calama to Balmaceda Airport (BBA), and then take a bus from Balmaceda to Chile Chico. The bus ride takes approximately 6 hours.

Another option is to take a bus from Calama to Coyhaique, and then take a second bus from Coyhaique to Chile Chico. The bus ride from Calama to Coyhaique takes approximately 12 hours, and the bus ride from Coyhaique to Chile Chico takes approximately 4 hours.


Expenses

The cost of traveling from Calama to Chile Chico will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. The cost of a flight from Calama to Balmaceda Airport (BBA) is approximately $100. The cost of a bus from Balmaceda to Chile Chico is approximately $30. The cost of a bus from Calama to Coyhaique is approximately $50. The cost of a bus from Coyhaique to Chile Chico is approximately $20.


Best time to go

The best time to visit Chile Chico is during the summer months (December to February). During this time, the weather is warm and sunny, and there is less rain.


What to Eat

Chile Chico is known for its lamb dishes. Some of the most popular lamb dishes include:

  • Cordero al palo (lamb on a stick)
  • Asado de cordero (roasted lamb)
  • Cazuela de cordero (lamb stew)

Where to Go

There are a number of places to visit in Chile Chico. Some of the most popular tourist attractions include:

  • General Carrera Lake
  • The Marble Caves
  • The Cerro Castillo National Park

FAQ

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about traveling from Calama to Chile Chico:

  1. What is the cheapest way to get from Calama to Chile Chico?
  2. The cheapest way to get from Calama to Chile Chico is to take a bus from Calama to Coyhaique, and then take a second bus from Coyhaique to Chile Chico.

  3. How long does it take to get from Calama to Chile Chico?
  4. The travel time from Calama to Chile Chico will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. The bus ride from Calama to Coyhaique takes approximately 12 hours, and the bus ride from Coyhaique to Chile Chico takes approximately 4 hours.

  5. What is the best time to visit Chile Chico?
  6. The best time to visit Chile Chico is during the summer months (December to February). During this time, the weather is warm and sunny, and there is less rain.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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