Chile Takes Home the Crown at 2025 World Travel Awards
Chile has once again been named the World’s Leading Adventure Tourism Destination, earning the top honor at the 2025 World Travel Awards — often dubbed the “Oscars of Tourism."
In a highly competitive field, Chile outshined contenders from around the globe, including Japan, Costa Rica, Saint Lucia, New Zealand, the United Arab Emirates, and even the European region represented by Huesca, Spain.
Why Chile Stands Out
What makes Chile unbeatable as an adventure destination is the breathtaking diversity of its landscapes — all packed into one country.
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In the North: The arid beauty of the Atacama Desert offers otherworldly terrain perfect for sandboarding, stargazing, and unique explorations.
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In the Andes and Central regions: Volcanoes, mountain ranges and ski resorts create opportunities for hiking, climbing, skiing and snowboarding — for adrenaline seekers and nature lovers alike.
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Along the Coast: With over 6,400 km of coastline, Chile provides excellent conditions for surfing and water-based adventures.
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In the South & Patagonia: Untamed wilderness, glaciers, fjords, a number of impressive national parks, and pristine rivers make areas like Torres del Paine National Park a go-to for trekking, ice-hiking, kayaking and boat expeditions — among the world’s best settings for adventure tourism.
From the far south: Chile also serves as one of the principal gateways to Antarctic tourism, with departures from Punta Arenas offering travelers the chance to explore the White Continent through flights, cruises, and guided expeditions — a unique experience that further strengthens the country’s global reputation for adventure.
This rich variety lets travellers experience many kinds of outdoor adventures — from desert landscapes to icy fjords — all within the same country.
A Legacy of Recognition
This is the seventh time that Chile receives this global honor. The country previously won the title consecutively from 2016 to 2021 — and now regains it in 2025.
Moreover, Chile’s strong performance in 2025 extends beyond adventure tourism: at the same awards the country also collected distinctions in other categories — contributing to its growing reputation as a global tourism powerhouse.
According to the national tourism authorities, this new win “reaffirms the unique magic” of Chile’s geography and its capacity to deliver world-class adventure tourism experiences.
What It Means for Travellers & Tourism
For travelers — especially those seeking adventure, nature, and authentic outdoor experiences — this award sends a clear message: Chile continues to rank among the world’s top destinations. From deserts and mountains to fjords and coasts, the country offers a one-of-a-kind mix of terrains and climates.
For Chile’s tourism industry, the win underscores the value of preserving and promoting these unique environments — and reinforces the importance of sustainable tourism, local communities and high-quality visitor experiences.
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