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Major city · Chile

Pichilemu

Spend 2 days: one for surf lessons at Punta de Lobos and a relaxed walk through the historic centre; add a half‑day hike or bike ride if time permits.

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Pichilemu is Chile's top surf town with long Pacific beaches, a historic Ross cultural centre and easy bike‑friendly streets. A short bus ride from Santiago makes it ideal for a 2‑day surf‑and‑relax break.

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CLP
Best months
Oct–Mar
avoid Jun–Aug
Airport
SCL
Nights
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This is a basic guide for Pichilemu: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
Rules in force · 6Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the fir…
  • South America ↗Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the first day light; sleep lower where you can (Sacred Valley before Cusco) and descend if headache comes with vomiting or confusion.
  • South America ↗A yellow fever certificate is required on arrival in French Guiana, and asked for on some routes into Bolivia, Paraguay, Suriname and Guyana, or when arriving from Amazon areas — vaccinate at least 10 days before travel and carry the card.
  • South America ↗Overnight buses are the norm in Argentina, Chile and Peru, but pick top-tier companies and keep valuables on your body; on-board thefts from overhead racks are the common loss.
  • Chile ↗Check entry rules for your passport with Chile's National Migration Service or a Chilean consulate; keep the entry slip or digital record you receive.
  • Chile ↗Torres del Paine: campsites and refugios on the W and O treks must be booked in advance, and the park requires an entry ticket bought ahead; check the official park (CONAF) channels.
  • Chile ↗Chile strictly controls food imports: declare fruit, meat, dairy, seeds and honey on arrival, or throw them away before customs.

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  • Walking areas with bag rules
  • Day plans checked against opening hours
  • Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
  • Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Pichilemu133 ▾

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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Pichilemu, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Surfing at Punta de LobosAgustín Ross Cultural CentreTraditional Zona Típica
Airports
SCL Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (3½ h bus from Santiago to Pichilemu)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Best

    23°C (73°F)

  2. Feb

    Best

    23°C (73°F)

  3. Mar

    Best

    22°C (72°F)

  4. Apr

    not flagged

    20°C (68°F)

  5. May

    not flagged

    18°C (64°F)

  6. Jun

    Avoid

    16°C (61°F)

  7. Jul

    Avoid

    15°C (59°F)

  8. Aug

    Avoid

    16°C (61°F)

  9. Sep

    not flagged

    18°C (64°F)

  10. Oct

    Best

    20°C (68°F)

  11. Nov

    Best

    22°C (72°F)

  12. Dec

    Best

    23°C (73°F)

Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Jun–Aug. Month by month →

Warmest Jan (23°C (73°F)), coolest Jul (6°C (43°F) low), wettest Jan (8 rain days), driest Jul (2). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Pichilemu: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

23°C (73°F)

15°C (59°F)

8 rd

Feb

23°C (73°F)

15°C (59°F)

7 rd

Mar

22°C (72°F)

13°C (55°F)

6 rd

Apr

20°C (68°F)

11°C (52°F)

5 rd

May

18°C (64°F)

9°C (48°F)

4 rd

Jun

16°C (61°F)

7°C (45°F)

3 rd

Jul

15°C (59°F)

6°C (43°F)

2 rd

Aug

16°C (61°F)

6°C (43°F)

2 rd

Sep

18°C (64°F)

8°C (46°F)

3 rd

Oct

20°C (68°F)

10°C (50°F)

5 rd

Nov

22°C (72°F)

12°C (54°F)

6 rd

Dec

23°C (73°F)

14°C (57°F)

7 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

Taxi, colectivo (shared minibus), walking and bike rentals cover the town; most attractions are within 10 min walk.

Nearest full guides

Straight-line distance, not travel time

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Bucalemu

go

Door to door: ≈45 min

Taxi or colectivo north‑south road, about 30 min

Quiet fishing village, good for a short beach walk.

Santa Cruz (Colchagua Valley)

caution

Door to door: ≈2 h total

Bus from Pichilemu to Santa Cruz, about 1 h 15 min

Wine tours available; plan for a half‑day.

Valparaíso

skip

Door to door: ≈3 h

Bus via San Fernando, about 2 h 30 min

Longer trip; better as a separate base.

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

Cabanas Buena Vista

Cabins on a hill, 15 min walk to beach; check‑in 13:00, check‑out 14:00.

Surfarm Pichilemu

Beach‑front hostel, shared kitchen; check‑in 12:00, check‑out 18:00.

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
CLP 5,000–8,000 excl. bed
Mid
CLP 8,000–12,000 excl. bed
High
CLP 12,000+ excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency

Prices of common things

Surf lesson (Punta de Lobos)US$15–20
EmpanadaCLP 1,500–2,000
Taxi (short town ride)CLP 2,000–3,000

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Pichilemu is generally safe; petty theft can occur on crowded beaches, keep valuables hidden and use reputable taxis.
  • Surf schools charge US$15–20 per lesson (check).
  • Accommodation outside Jan–Feb can be very cheap but basic.

Emergency numbers

Police
133
Ambulance
131
Fire
132

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A esta dirección, por favorTo this address, please

Emergency

  • Police133
  • Ambulance131
  • Fire132

Embassy

US consulate in Santiago; Chilean police stations in Pichilemu can assist tourists.

My embassy: —

Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Bus Santiago → Pichilemu: about CLP 8,000–10,000, 3½ h
  • Taxi town centre → beach: about CLP 2,000–3,000

Say or show

  • Disculpe — Excuse me / Sorry
  • Gracias — Thank you
  • ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much is it?
  • ¿Dónde está la playa? — Where is the beach?
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Pichilemu. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Oct–Mar · avoid Jun–Aug · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 3 bands
  5. 3 day-trips, door to door
  6. 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
  2. Walking clusters with bag rules
  3. Day plans checked against opening hours
  4. Field-verified times and fares

Meanwhile

Back to Chile

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