Chile, a week on the road (beach to mountains) - EP 87

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This week we crossed into Chile for the second time. We notice immediately a massive change in climate and landscape compared to argentina. We visit the capital city Santiago and the famous port of Valparaiso before fleeing to the south in search for better weather. It is the first time in a while that we see so much rain.
We meet great people, prepare our trip to Antartica and adapt our plans to follow the weather, it is a slow week but a good week. Eventually we make it a bit by accident 4 wheels and 4 feet in the snow… and next week is quite the adventure.
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Nick & Mathilde
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[@ursinidaho]

You can tell a lot about a person by how they interact with Animals. Loved seeing Nick hugging the Dog. It was very heartwarming when your Friend and his Mother put the sticker on Albo❤️

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

I agree with you! Nick and dogs is such a nice thing to see

[@lucioinacio4816]

Another good and amazing video i love having lunch and watching my favorite movies 😁👏👏👏👏💯💯💯💯💯

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Glad you enjoyed

[@stuartrollings602]

Howdy Albies! Wow oh wow-ANTARCTICA! That will be so fun! Drinks made with Glacier ice! Penguins sleeping in your bed! Yehaw! Well saddle up n ride on!🤠🇺🇸🇨🇱🥃

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

hahahahah the real adventure, the dream of sleeping next to penguins

[@Pilar.1402]

No se puede dormir en la antártica a menos que estén autorizados. Tienen que dormir en el mismo barco.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

@@Pilar.1402 we did It just a week ago. :) we were authorised of course

[@bossmann7592]

Antarctica was #5 for me....y'all will love it!!

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Whoohooo we can’t wait 😍

[@skyhigh33716]

Can't wait till. The next. Adventure

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Coming up! Still need to finish the editing though… hahaha

[@belindacarinaboco6410]

Wow Chile🎉

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

yes new country !

[@johnclark2212]

Yes fish and catch some BIG ones!

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

... we are struggling a bit hahahaha any advice ?

[@clupu2]

Superb!

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

thank you !

[@nehechodane1013]

travel gives time temporality.Traveling for a day is the feeling of leaving for a week, a week for a month, a month for a year and a year for a whole life. How many lives do you have? More than a cat obviously 😄

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

hahahahah it is super interesting and we talk about it with nick often. we are amazed by our capacity to remember every single day on this trip when back home days tended to mix up with each other because of the routine. we are extremely happy we take the time to do this.

[@alanmetcalfe3439]

Hi Nick and Mathilde I’m really enjoying your videos The Auracaria tree is known as the Monkey Puzzle Tree This is because the prickly branches may be a problem for climbing monkeys All the best Alan

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

we looved those trees,... sooo impressive

[@steveblount4552]

Be nice to that heater !!!

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Hoooo we now feed it with good diesel a much lower elevation ! It is happy as!!!

[@aislingbooks]

Beautiful country but sad to see all those hungry dogs roaming around. I'm glad you gave a few some hugs and grub.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

So sad they were cute but we think they were abandoned cause they had a collar

[@aislingbooks]

😔

[@MrLagra7]

Next Meridian we would love to join you. Antaritica

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

That would be awesome !

[@sydgerald]

Welcome to Chile, I hope you have a great time over here. Are you guys travelling down the Carretera Austral? If you're driving to Chiloé, you can cross to Chaitén and then from there continue south to Villa O'Higgins, I hope you do this part as it's really beautiful. Safe travels

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

we will!!!! in a few weeks!

[@sydgerald]

@@NextMeridianExpedition I'll be looking forward to those episodes, safe travels!

[@christopherharris6005]

Awesome video as always Nick and Matilda. This was a epic adventure it's so awesome to hear that y'all are going to Antarctica can't wait for that adventure. The people that y'all meet are so awesome and so friendly.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

thank you Christopher

[@nicoleziegler6112]

TOM!!!!!! Can't wait to see him again! And I can't wait for your future Antartica adventure ! And I'm surprised Nick didn't take one of the dogs with you. So many cute ones to choose from

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

yes the puppy was soooooo cute we were tempted hahah also they seemed abandoned ...

[@shefru60]

You two are so sweet. I love your warmth to both people and doggies.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

thank you Sheila!!!

[@jodiprofdanglais]

❤🐾

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

[@themissdior1235]

I really enjoy your facts on the places you visit and how you feel about it. Its like i am there:) Im glad you are being extra careful at this time. That poor little dog certainly loved your spaghetti . Your excitement is contagious cant wait for the next leg. Enjoy and have lots of fun. Its cold here in Scotland we had our first frost at the week end. Much love from Scotland x

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

much love missdior!

[@michaelsecomb4115]

Re. wooden blocks, note when you come to Australia you can'tt bring in untreated wood as it might contain bacteria or bugs. Wood must be varnished so anything in it will have died.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

well noted, we will make sure to get rid of it all before shipping

[@sagarschavan]

❤️👌🙏👍

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

[@BrentKelly5]

Thanks for the video and info. We made it to Argentina last year, but not Chile...a future trip soon...thanks for the links.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Amazing ! You will surely love it !

[@ianmatlock1]

Great video guys. The spiky trees are called monkey puzzle trees in the UK. Chile looks like another amazing country and I'm looking forward to you guys visiting Antartica.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

they are sooo beautiful!!!

[@davidw5629]

They took the wood blocks? How interesting. I wonder what the concern is?

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

The wood was untreated they are concerned about little animals that might be in there … I guess it s a possibility. But it felt too much on the moment hahaha but we probably don’t realize the risks.

[@nicolasespinoza712]

Hi! Chilean here🖐Chile's phytosanitary regulations on imports of timber and timber products are aimed at preventing the introduction of pests not present in the country and those under official control (mainly fungi and insects). This is because agricultural and timber production (with the potential to be affected by pests) is an important pillar of the country's economy. Hope this clears it up! Cheers🙌

[@anamsohail8904]

Santiago looks like old Europe! Chile is full of different climates and landscapes. Cristian's mom putting the Chilean flag on Albo was so wholesome! Congrats on your Antarctican adventure! 😘

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

she was super super cute we were so happy it was her for this flag

[@essamalwazir757]

You are good planer

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Thank you!

[@jeffhampton2767]

You know what is so amazing is all the European ancestry mixed into the people of the Americas and also Central and South America. I believe 60% of the people of Chile ancestry goes back to Spain. Europeans started coming to all of the Americas in the late 1400s before that there were no European ancestry mixed in to the Native Americans anywhere. The Europeans really change everything especially Spain, France, England Etc. There are very few places left that have full-blooded natives, there are some still in the Amazon and in the Deep mountains of Cuba and probably a few other places.

[@jeffhampton2767]

I love the black doggy thanks for feeding him he is so sweet. Oh my God I love Tom reminds me of the adventures in Utah!! 👍🏻👍🏻❤🙏🏻

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

yes !!!! TOm again!!! we are so happy

[@jeffhampton2767]

I'm still watching but so far the country of Chile seems very interesting. I like the greenery and Poppy like flowers and I really like the music!! Great ❤🇺🇸🙏🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

thank you Jeff!!! hope you are well!

[@OverlandingSophia]

Amazing! Congrats on reaching Chile and the beautiful lush valleys, and snow! It's cool to see how the landscapes mirror each other north to south, with the deserts and lush tropics in the middle. On the Pan American you cross all of earth's ecological zones.. you must have passed through them all now?! Wonderful video 💛

[@forestshomer4043]

Crossed at that border location about 15 years ago, by bus. I had a small bag of shelled almonds that I carried through two weeks and two countries, and they wanted to confiscate that. So I said, "I'll eat them now" and proceeded to do that, holding up the entire bus for some minutes. Back on the bus, I had the front panoramic seat (double-decker bus) and as soon as we were in Chile, a condor swooped right by the window, not 10 feet in front of me! Bienvenidos a Chile!

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

hahahah no way you abandon those almonds!

[@michaelharris1455]

Was really touched by the pride with which the kind folks who placed the flag sticker on Albo explained the flag of their country. Seem like really nice people, and they were very kind to open their home to you. I was saddened to hear of the troubles in Valipariso, have wanted to go there myself someday, so hoping things get better. Would love to go to Antartica with you, but I just can't put it together that quickly. I really enjoy your videos, and am very grateful that you put so much care, and effort, into sharing your adventures with us. Bon voyage!

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Merci Michael! Yes those people were amazing ! it was still a very nice visit for us in Valparaiso, just seeing the trouble other travellers got we decided it was not wise to bring the car but it is a fascinating city thank you for your support!

[@kristensaenz6421]

I'm excited to see Tom again! What a great guy and good friend. That tree was so cool! I've never seen anything like it. Sort if like a cactus but green and shaped like a tree. Was it a type of pine or spruce? I love the colorful houses. That is exciting you get to include Antartica in your world tour! What a nice guy Cristian that you stayed with and learn his perspective of his country.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

oooh we are so happy as well to see tom again !!! the trees are called Monkey puzzle tree they are absolutely amazing !!!!

[@junefirst500]

WOW! Beging spring in Chile border in Canada we are giong into Winter Soon! Congratulations for a change.

[@marciacoker2968]

Antártica and Tom what a treat!! ❤❤😊

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Yes a lot of great news for what s coming next

[@ldosucowboy3279]

You bring so much joy every week. Thank you. ❤😊

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

thank you ! you bring us purpose too!!!!

[@Love_rainy_days]

Guys 💑Wow Antarctica cool! 🏔Thanks for sharing Chile. Glad Nick got dogs to befriend. 🐶Nice to see nationals make you welcome. 🥙🥙Cheers ☕☕🤠

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

thank you !!!! yes Antartica should be cool! and people were sooooo nice

[@Love_rainy_days]

"Antarctica should be COOL" 🤣🤣@@NextMeridianExpedition

[@dancarl7126]

Slow down guys, you will run out of dry land pretty soon! 😃 Amazing trip...

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

ahahhaha plouf

[@RichardVac]

Sweet dogs, beautiful! Places ❤❤

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

yes they were adorable

[@pennygrubbauthor]

Wow, amazing changes of landscape and weather. Must be quite a shock to the system to go from the desert to the snow so quickly. You meet the nicest people - Cristian & his mother. And every stopping point has its own dog - I didn’t know that about Chile. I think they all wanted to travel with you.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

we wanted to travel with them all!!!

[@alexandral6273]

Trop hate de vous suivre sur les pas d'Eva ! 😜😜😜😜

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

hahahah on aimerait bien faire mount vison mais ca pour le coup c 'est hors de nos possibilités budgets hahahaha mais quand meme contents de la cruise

[@alexandral6273]

@@NextMeridianExpedition Ça sera chouette de sen rapprocher au moins ! 😜

[@grahameroberts8109]

Not only slaps on the face again but an icy one, flush on the snout! 👃 Just for that, you both can swim in Antarctica. 🏊‍♀️🏊‍♂️🙏😱🙈🦘

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

hahahaha going for that!

[@jeffhampton2767]

Antarctica? Sounds so cold and dangerous. Don't fall through the ice into a crevice. That's a one in a lifetime opportunity. Those pine trees were cool. Take care young people and be careful! 👍🏻👍🏻🙏🏻

[@gatoho]

Welcome to Chile!! 🇨🇱

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

thank you!

[@grahames9228]

It's unfortunate that they have so many stray dogs in Chile.

[@badfinger61]

Awesome, guys! Didn't even think about snow in Chile -- but I guess it makes sense due to the higher elevation and the Andes mountains. That's a driving experience I bet you guys didn't have to think about since Canada and Alaska! I believe the tree near the end of the video is called a 'Monkey Puzzle' or 'Chilean Pine' in English. I believe the tree is native to that part of Chile but has been introduced in other parts of the world, where it has been grown to limited success as a specimen tree. I have seen photos of them growing in some parts of the UK, on the west coast of British Columbia in Canada, and the Pacific Northwest of the USA. Thanks for another great video. Will look forward to seeing Tom again and further adventures in Antarctica in the coming videos!!!

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

It is an amazing tree we love it! Thanks a lot bad fingers

[@stog9821]

The southern part of Chile is a lot like British Columbia. Mountains coming right down to the sea. Deep fjords or sounds. A lot more volcanoes. Very pretty.

[@jeffhampton2767]

@@stog9821 British Columbia does not have Tropics or tropical foliage

[@jeffhampton2767]

@@stog9821 Mountains also come right down to the sea in Washington state and Oregon, and Northern California and also the state of Maine and Hawaii.

[@stog9821]

@@jeffhampton2767 You’re getting a little fussy aren’t you. I did say the southern part of Chile. The northern part is one of the driest deserts in the world.

[@christiankruse5193]

Hey guys, I couldn't follow up to your videos to realice you already were through Santiago and south. We were on the same route but backward. I hope you come across Santiago again and see if we can share some stories. Enjoy Antártica and Patagonia. See you around, Christian Kruse

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Thank you Christian, it is unlikely we will pass by Santiago again. thank you for your kind wishes !

[@stevestott1514]

Looking awesome so far there in Chile. What a spectacular journey you two have been doing and thanks for always bringing us along for the adventures. Along the way . And getting to see your up coming trip to Antarctica , what a special trip that will be . And will be great to see Tom again . Thanks for sharing your wonderful travel memories with us your over landing friends . Cheers from Steve Stott in Sutherlin Oregon U.S.A. :) :) 🍻😁👍🏼. Hi NICK I’m like you on my travels all ways seem to fine enjoyable dogs to hang out with . 😁

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

thank you for always supporting us Steve!

[@stevestott1514]

@@NextMeridianExpedition ..🍻😁

[@terrahmama]

Beautiful! I wonder in all your travels how many digs Nick wanted to take home? So many adorable doggies. As always amazing video...sorry you got things taken at the border. It's so random sometimes. 😊💚💚💚

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

thank you ! yes nick loooovess dogs and Mathilde almost stole 3 cats already... but that will have to wait the end of the world tour! too hard to manage on border crossings

[@fa4025]

Let’s go!

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Let s go!

[@ronfinch5532]

Looks like it’s a good thing you got that heater working again. The dogs seemed really laidback. I was wondering if Tom went back home not. Big change from the middle of nowhere with just rocks and dirt.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

yes we are happy it is up and running hahahah even summer promises to be freezing !!!

[@selrahc2061]

Have to say I worry some on your Africa section. But your also both experienced travelers.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Yes and we don’t take inconsiderate risks some travellers already go do it so we will adapt depending on feedbacks. Things change too fast to get a proper route

[@selrahc2061]

I always have a backup plan, it annoys my wife. But I always roll like a stone downhill. It pays off😉. I would have South East Asia and Australia planned out. My friend in Ghana, says most surrounding counties are under pressure, from a coup' it is pretty good going North very shaky going South. Maybe the opposite side of Africa?

[@dancarl7126]

I don't think I would want to go to Antarctica? 🐧I don't like that no shower part for 2 weeks...🚿 😅

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

it is actually pretty comfy we will have showers hahahah we go on a boat!

[@dancarl7126]

@@NextMeridianExpedition Yeah, if you are on big enough boat that's different. 😇 I've been on small boats before, it's rough as hell, no room anywhere, no shower...🚿

[@elinacara6]

so are flying from X to Ushuaia, and then flying back to X after the Antarctica adventure to finish the Pan-Am road with Albo? 😊

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Yes we could not be there with the car in time !

[@elinacara6]

@@NextMeridianExpedition yes it makes sense, but you’ll still be driving the entirety of the Pan-Am if you go back to Albo in X city after Antartica anyways 😄

[@essamalwazir757]

Are you planning to go to the penguin breeding places in the area called Patagonia?

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

yesss!!!!

[@michaelbright7577]

Why was Chile a more difficult border to cross compared to the other South American countries?

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Paperwork is easy. They are much more strict on the search of the car for fresh food. They go in with dogs systematically almost. ( it is not 10% of the car that are searched but more 90%). They really go in it and search most places themselves. It is the first time we get the car searched this way in 26 countries.

[@hectormolina8940]

En chile se preocupan más, sobre que es lo que entra al país, es una frontera segura

[@bolanos3]

Be careful in Buenos Aires, a lot of crime

[@bolanos3]

THE AMERICAS ¡¡¡¡.....It is only the American continent....that is a gringo thing, in the entire content (minus gringoland) and also in Europa and France it is only one continent....