So I know that there are a few chileanons here so I was wondering if any of you guys have some tips for me regarding the planning of hiking trip to Chile. I've found some very decently priced tickets for October 2025.

Obviously I will most likely have to rent a car though is there a possibility of using public transport?
I'm planning on visiting everything south of Zona Metropolitana de Santiago, though is there any point in visiting the northernmore regions?

Anyhow do you have any secret tips for me? From what I understand wild camping is allowed as long as you aren't on private property so that shouldn't be an issue with that . Are the locals dangerous if they catch you camping out in their ranching property?

I speak German fluently, but my Spanish is a little rough. Hopefully that'll be enough since I've heard that everyone there speaks English as a second language. I am hoping that the old timers will speak some German if I can't communicate with them in English.

I am also looking for hikes that are off the beaten path, something that isn't as touristic as Torres del Paine. So if you could help me that'd be great.