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Seasonal Ideas

Seasonal Ideas

When to go for better value.

Updated: November 5, 2026. Schedules, prices and conditions change; always confirm on the booking page.

Palm-shaded beach with rocky headland
Palm-shaded beach with rocky headland · Photo: Original image
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PeriodValue notes
December–April (dry)Highest demand; book early
Holy Week and Christmas–New YearPeak local travel; prices highest
May–November (green)Lower rates; afternoon rain common on the Pacific
July–OctoberHumpback whales off the South Pacific (no guarantee)
Southern PacificViator

Whale Watching at the Marino Ballena National Park

Whale watching in Marino Ballena.

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