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Chile eSIM
5 data plans · from £12.40 · instant QR code by email
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Travelling as a group? Buy everyone an eSIM in one checkout and the discount is applied automatically — no code needed. See group pricing
5 data plans · from £12.40 · instant QR code by email
Travelling as a group? Buy everyone an eSIM in one checkout and the discount is applied automatically — no code needed. See group pricing
10 GB
1 day
Streaming, tethering and heavy use
£24.70
£2.37/GB
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Connects automatically to the strongest signal across WOM.
Setup
It takes about a minute. Tap the install link we email you, leave the line switched off, then switch it on when you land — and you're online.
On iPhone (iOS)
On Android
Chile: 7 plans, from 3 to 20 GB. Validity runs from 1 day to 30 days. 7 of them run on 5G where the local network has it.
5 plans can be topped up without installing a second eSIM. Plans run on WOM.
Counted from our live catalogue, not a marketing figure — the plan list above this section is the same data.
No regional bundle includes Chile cover — a single-country plan is the only option here, and it is usually the cheaper one anyway.
A Chile travel eSIM is a digital SIM that downloads straight to your phone — no plastic card, no queuing at an airport counter. You buy online, tap the install link we email you (the QR code is in there too), and your phone adds a second line alongside your normal SIM. It stays dormant until your trip begins, then connects automatically to WOM on 5G where available, LTE everywhere else. Your normal number carries on working for calls and texts while the eSIM handles the data.
Maps, messaging and taxi apps use very little data — roughly 300–500 MB a day. If you add photos, social media and the occasional video, expect to use closer to 1 GB a day. For a one-week trip, a 5 GB plan is usually plenty; for two weeks, tethering, or heavy use, opt for 10 GB or more, or choose a top-up plan you can reload as you go. Chile plans start at £12.40 across 5 sizes, with the per-GB price clearly shown so you can easily spot the best value.
Yes. A Chile travel eSIM is a local data plan rather than international roaming — you pay the price you saw online, and there are no per-megabyte charges from your home network provider. Set the eSIM as your mobile data line, switch data roaming off on your normal SIM, and nothing unexpected turns up on your next bill. Full refund at any time before installation, so buying ahead costs you nothing.
Empanada de Pino
A baked pastry filled with a savory mixture of beef, onions, raisins, black olives, and a hard-boiled egg.
Bakeries and local cafes nationwide.
Cazuela
A slow-cooked broth containing a large piece of meat, a whole potato, corn on the cob, and vegetables.
Traditional restaurants and local markets.
Pastel de Choclo
A savory corn pie with a base of ground beef, chicken, onions, olives, and egg, topped with creamy sweet corn.
Traditional eateries, especially in central Chile.
Completo Italiano
A massive hot dog topped with mashed avocado, chopped tomatoes, and mayonnaise.
Street food stands and 'fuentes de soda'.
Chorrillana
A hearty communal dish of french fries topped with strips of beef, fried onions, and fried eggs.
Bars and casual restaurants, famously in Valparaíso.
Machas a la Parmesana
Razor clams baked in their shells with white wine, butter, and parmesan cheese.
Seafood restaurants along the coast and upscale dining in Santiago.
Caldillo de Congrio
A rich, flavorful conger eel stew celebrated by poet Pablo Neruda.
Seafood markets and coastal restaurants.
Lomito
A legendary, massive sandwich filled with thinly sliced pork, avocado, tomatoes, and mayo.
Classic sandwich shops like Fuente Alemana in Santiago.
Mote con Huesillo
A traditional, sweet non-alcoholic drink made of dried peaches and husked wheat.
Street carts during the summer months.
Cordero al Palo
Patagonian lamb traditionally spit-roasted for hours over an open wood fire.
Specialty restaurants in Punta Arenas and Patagonia.
Cerro San CristóbalSantiago
Offers panoramic views of the city and the Andes mountains via a cable car or funicular.
2-3 hours
Museum of Memory and Human RightsSantiago
A deeply moving museum dedicated to the history of the military dictatorship in Chile.
2-3 hours
Cerro Alegre & Cerro ConcepciónValparaíso
Wander through colorful, picturesque hills filled with street art and historic architecture.
3-4 hours
La SebastianaValparaíso
One of the former quirky homes of poet Pablo Neruda, offering great views and literary history.
1-2 hours · book ahead
Valle de la LunaSan Pedro de Atacama
A lunar-like landscape of salt and sand formations that is spectacular at sunset.
4 hours · book ahead
El Tatio GeysersSan Pedro de Atacama
One of the highest geothermal fields in the world, best viewed at sunrise.
5 hours · book ahead
Atacama Stargazing TourSan Pedro de Atacama
Experience some of the clearest skies on Earth with professional telescopes and guides.
3 hours · book ahead
Base Torres HikeTorres del Paine
The iconic, challenging hike leading to a glacial lake at the base of three dramatic granite towers.
8-10 hours
Grey GlacierTorres del Paine
A massive, awe-inspiring glacier that can be viewed by boat or via a lakeside hike.
4-6 hours · book ahead
Isla MagdalenaPunta Arenas
Take a boat tour to walk among thousands of Magellanic penguins in their natural habitat.
4-5 hours · book ahead
Metro
Santiago has a clean, extensive, and efficient subway system requiring a rechargeable 'Bip!' card.
Around $1 USD per ride.
Intercity Buses
Comfortable, long-distance buses (often with reclining beds) connecting major cities.
$15 - $50 USD depending on distance and seat class.
Domestic Flights
Airlines like LATAM, Sky Airline, and JetSmart offer flights connecting the extreme ends of the country.
$30 - $100 USD one-way.
Colectivos
Shared taxis that drive along fixed routes like buses but offer faster point-to-point service.
$1 - $3 USD per ride.
Ride-hailing
Uber, Cabify, DiDi
Widely used and considered safer than street-hailed taxis in Santiago, though technically operating in a legal gray area.
Paying for things
Basics
| New Year's Day | January 1 | Most businesses closed; transport runs on reduced schedules. |
| Labour Day | May 1 | Strict holiday; nearly all shops, restaurants, and many services are closed. |
| Independence Day (Fiestas Patrias) | September 18 | Massive national celebration. Significant disruptions to transport, many businesses close, but 'fondas' (festival tents) are open. |
| Army Day | September 19 | Continuation of the Fiestas Patrias; similar closures and celebrations. |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Most businesses, attractions, and restaurants are closed. |
Recurring dates — the day these fall on moves year to year.