BigTrail riders parked at a desert oasis in Northern Chile

RIDE CHILE
LIKE FEW EVER WILL

Two private, all-inclusive motorcycle journeys through
the Atacama Desert and the gateway to Patagonia.

Private groups — maximum 10 riders

Choose Your Journey

Cactus-covered clifftop overlooking the Pacific coast in Northern Chile

Northern Chile

Desert Valleys, Pacific Coast
& the Atacama

From USD 5,600 per rider · private group of 10

  • 5 riding days
  • Approx. 1,500 km
  • 90–95% paved
  • Santiago to Copiapó
  • Valle del Elqui
  • Atacama Desert
  • Bahía Inglesa
  • Domestic flight back to Santiago
View Northern Journey View full proposal (PDF)
Snow-capped Andes peak above a Patagonian lake in Southern Chile

Southern Chile

Pacific Coast, Rainforests
& the Gateway to Patagonia

From USD 5,750 per rider · private group of 10

  • 5 riding days
  • Approx. 1,750 km
  • Approx. 94% paved
  • Santiago to Puerto Varas
  • Pacific coastline
  • Valdivian rainforest
  • Lakes and volcanoes
  • Northern Patagonia
  • Domestic flight back to Santiago
View Southern Journey View full proposal (PDF)

Absolutely Everything Is Included

Yamaha Ténéré 700 Motorcycles

Fuel

Premium Accommodation

Breakfasts, Lunches & Dinners

Wine & Drinks

Two Professional Guides

Support Vehicle

Mechanic & Support Crew

No hidden costs. No tips required for the BigTrail team. Personal expenses and motorcycle damage/deductibles attributable to the rider are not included.

Yamaha Ténéré 700

The journeys are operated with Yamaha Ténéré 700 motorcycles, professionally inspected, carefully maintained and prepared specifically for the route. Each motorcycle is fitted with journey-appropriate tires.

All motorcycles undergo a complete pre-departure technical inspection by BigTrail.

Yamaha Ténéré 700 motorcycle used on BigTrail journeys

About BigTrail

A Private Expedition.
Not a Standard Tour.

Every journey travels with 2 motorcycle guides, 1 mechanic, 1 support truck & driver, 1 assistant and 1 filmmaker capturing the trip.

Journey Overview

Aerial view of a coastal desert bay in Northern Chile

Northern Chile

Day 1Santiago to Huentelauquén
Day 2Huentelauquén to Pisco Elqui
Day 3Pisco Elqui to Huasco
Day 4Huasco to Copiapó
Day 5Atacama Desert Loop
Day 6Flight to Santiago
Download Detailed Northern Journey (PDF)
Boardwalk and natural hot springs at dusk in Southern Chile

Southern Chile

Day 1Santiago to Caleta Duao
Day 2Caleta Duao to Concepción
Day 3Concepción to Valdivia
Day 4Valdivia to Puerto Varas
Day 5Puerto Varas Scenic Loop
Day 6Flight to Santiago
Download Detailed Southern Journey (PDF)

Frequently Asked Questions

Motorcycles, fuel, premium accommodation, all breakfasts, lunches and dinners, wine and drinks, two professional guides, a dedicated support vehicle and driver, mechanic, spare motorcycle, rider insurance, domestic return flight, checked luggage, professional photo and video, airport transfers and full logistics. No tips required for the BigTrail team.

International flights to Chile, personal expenses, and motorcycle damage or deductibles attributable to the rider. Riders are responsible for damages below USD 1,000 and the applicable deductible in case of a covered insurance loss.

A 70% deposit confirms the group, motorcycles, accommodation and support logistics. The remaining 30% is due no later than one day before departure. All amounts are in USD, and proposals are valid for 7 days due to exchange-rate fluctuations.

Journeys are private, for a maximum of 10 paying riders, supported by 7 Yamaha Ténéré 700 motorcycles including one integrated backup bike.

Yes, a valid motorcycle license is required for every rider. Intermediate riding experience is recommended, since both routes combine paved roads with occasional gravel sections.

Yamaha Ténéré 700 motorcycles or equivalent, each with fewer than 40,000 km and professionally inspected before every departure.

Riders are responsible for damages below USD 1,000 and the applicable deductible in case of a covered insurance loss. This is the only cost excluded from the all-inclusive price.

BigTrail motorcycle garage at dusk

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Your Chile Ride

Tell us about your group and preferred journey. A BigTrail travel specialist will contact you with availability and the full proposal.