Explora

A group of friends who were enthusiastic about unconventional travel and adventure gave life to Explora. The idea behind the company was to offer journeys in remote areas of South America that were different because of the experience they provided and their intense interaction with nature and local culture. 1993 First came the launch of Explora Patagonia, in the extreme south of America, the center of operations for our explorations in Patagonia, and the only hotel situated in the heart of the Torres del Paine National Park, a world biodiversity reserve.

Purpose: 

To explore remote territories as a journey to conservation.

Their journey has always had a purpose: to drive conservation through in-depth exploration, building experiential awareness of the magnificence and fragility of these unique territories, and therefore of the urgency behind their protection. The region gifts them with knowledge, and knowledge leads them to even more places and their discoveries. Igniting an endless cycle of deeper connections, deeper knowledge, deeper conservation. Deeper exploration. The key is to go deeper. Always.

Values:

Their commitment is to both the remote landscapes they explore, as well as to the explorers that join them on their journey to conservation.

Five core principles align the Explora team throughout their locations, representing their commitment to both the landscapes they explore, as well as to the explorers that join them on their journey.

-Care for the Journey
-Close attention for travelers
-Pursuit of excellence
-Conservation for the future
-Passion for exploration

Explore and conserve the rare natural wonders in the heart of South America while staying at the territory’s most awarded lodges. Explore to go deeper into places, into the unknown, into the remote, into nature, into mysteries, into yourself.

Crafted Explorations:
They craft one-of-a-kind explorations, ensuring travelers experience genuine immersion into the remote, from start to finish. With 30 years of experience, they have amassed the expertise to guide visitors through each territory's most exceptional exploration possibilities, guaranteeing that their travel experiences are nothing short of extraordinary. Everything is included throughout the entire journey.

Territory Expertise:
Explore remote territories with our expert guides, trained to the highest standards at the exclusive Explora school. With our extensive experience in South America, we ensure exceptional exploration while preserving precious treasures.

Their Lodges:
Explora's luxury is defined by the immersive exploration of remote locations devoid of extravagance. Each lodge serves as a sanctuary for rejuvenation amidst nature, offering a cozy retreat after adventures. Local ingredients enrich our cuisine, complemented by amenities such as massages, jacuzzis, and pools, ensuring a fulfilling experience every day.

Conservation Engagement:
They are deeply committed to conserving the marvels they explore daily: unparalleled local nature, astounding culture, and rich heritage. Conservation-driven initiatives—such as their lodge architecture, among other conscious processes they adopt—are vital pieces of this greater picture.

Their most far-reaching initiative to date is the Explora Natural Reserves: acres and acres of Patagonian land under their conservation care. They take pride in being active in the quest to perpetuate the world’s rarest, most inestimable natural riches.

Network of Destinations:
Located in remote South America's most prized destinations, they interconnect them in a dynamic network, facilitating deeper exploration and discovery.

With lodges strategically positioned throughout the continent, travelers have the flexibility to blend multiple destinations into a single journey, creating a uniquely diverse and expansive exploration experience.

They discover, reveal, and connect places of unsurpassed beauty to offer a complete in-depth exploration journey throughout their lodges and Travesias.

* Patagonia National Park
* Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu
* Atacama
* Easter Island 
* Atacama & Uyuni 
* El Chalten 
* Torres del Paine 

Understanding their destinations so deeply also means loving them, which inevitably awakens the need to protect them. For almost three decades, they have traveled the most remote corners of the South American continent, exploring and constantly learning from what these vast territories can teach them. But they felt that this was no longer enough and decided to go further.

They are committed to being an active force in the protection of the environment, in the fight against climate change, in the care of the people and communities that accompany them in each of the territories where they are. They do this through three pillars for action: environmental, social and economic.

Their environmental pillar focuses on sustainable operations and territory conservation. They've established an environmental management system, set ambitious goals for sustainability, and initiated a journey towards carbon neutrality. They've partnered with The Nature Conservancy to address conservation challenges globally, emphasizing collaboration and innovative financing models.

Their commitment extends to travelers, employees, and local communities in the territories they operate. They provide exceptional service and in-depth exploration experiences for travelers while preserving remote territories. Through a Social Management System, they assess and manage their impact on employees and communities. They offer ongoing training and support for employees' professional development and collaborate with local organizations to promote education, environmental conservation, and cultural preservation.

Explora Passport Program: Explore multiple iconic South American destinations in one trip and save! Take advantage of this special offer through our partners at Explora: for each additional destination you add to your trip, enjoy 25% savings.* Visit South American gems with a luxurious all-inclusive Explora lodge as your home base: explore Torres del Paine, Easter Island, Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu, or the vast reaches of the Atacama desert in Chile.

*Limited availability. Valid for adult rates only. Not applicable on holidays in any destination (Christmas and New Year in all destinations, Carnival in Atacama, Tapati on Easter Island). Discount does not apply for destination combinations within Patagonia during high season (November 1-March 31). Cannot be combined with other benefits, programs or special rates, discounts or promotions except for past travelers/members of the Explora loyalty program. Additional terms and conditions may apply. Contact us for details.

Stay Longer and Save 30%: Enjoy a 30% discount on each additional night stay starting from your fifth night.*

*Limited availability. Valid for stays of five nights or more. Not applicable during holiday season or high season in Patagonia. Cannot be combined with other discounts or benefits, except for past travelers/members of the Explora loyalty program. Valid for adult rates only. Additional terms and conditions may apply. Contact us for details.

Solo Travelers Save 50%: Solo travelers save 50% on the double occupancy rate on select dates in 2025.*

*Exclusive benefit for solo travelers. Discount applies only to double occupancy rates. Dates & Destination Details: Easter Island - for stays through December 20, 2025, except February 1 to 15, 2025; Sacred Valley and Patagonia National Park - for stays through December 20, 2025; Atacama - for stays through December 20, 2025, except January 1 to 31; February 28 to March 3; April 17 to 20 and July 1 to 31, 2025; Torres del Paine and El Chalten - for stays beginning April 15 to October 15, 2025. Offer cannot be combined with other promotions, benefits, or discounts. Additional terms and conditions may apply. Contact us for details.

 

Save 50% on Your Honeymoon: Travel up to 6 months after your wedding and get a 50% discount on your companion's fare at Explora destinations in Chile, Argentina, and Peru.* This benefit includes a 50% discount for one person on an all-inclusive stay, all meals, available explorations depending on the destination, and transfers to and from airports at pre-established time.

*Applies on select dates per destination: April-October for Torres del Paine, El Chalten, Patagonia National Park, and Atacama-Uyuni Crossing. Valid year-round for Atacama, Easter Island, and Sacred Valley except between December 20 and January 20. Excludes Brazilian Carnival dates for Atacama and Tapati Festival dates for Easter Island. Travel is possible up to 6 months after the wedding. Limited availability. Marriage certificate or wedding certificate must be presented at the time of booking. Not combinable with other promotions or benefits. Additional terms and conditions may apply. Contact us for details.