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Chile Tours and Travel

Multiple Destinations / Santiago area / Patagonia / Lake District
Easter Island / Atacama Desert / Expedition Cruises / Fiord Cruises
Biking / Treks / Multisport / Sea Kayaking / Wine Tours

The Chilean Lake District Tours

Main Attractions:

Puerto Montt: A southern city full of charm, old streets and houses with European features brought by German colonists, avenues that reach the sea, markets that worship fishes and shellfish, impressive lakeside path which will give you the best landscapes of the city, the one that surrounds all the bay. On this trip, sculptures such as Mirador or Sentados Frente al Mar can be seen and it is possible to visit a pleasant Railroad museum, great stores and recreation areas..

Petrohué Waterfalls: Petrohué river is located in the province of Llanquihue and on its course it has an area of impressive waterfalls called Petrohué Waterfalls. The river rises in Todos los Santos Lake and flows into the sea in the Reloncaví Estuary. It is possible to make different sports activities such as fishing, rafting and kayak.

Osorno Volcano: It is the perfect icon of Los Lagos Region. Green hillsides with eternal snow on its top. Its great height makes it possible to sight it from the entire province of Osorno, even from some places of the Chiloé Island, which therefore constitutes an impressive postcard and typical of the region’s landscape.
Location: Tenth Region. Located at 60 kilometers from Puerto Varas in an easterly direction and 80 kilometers from Puerto Montt in an northeasterly direction.

Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park: The first one and the most visitted Chilean national park. We will discover inside this protected natural reserve, the always green Valdiviano Forest, Todos los Santos Lake (Esmeralda Lake) and Petrohué Waterfalls; through a short walk we will reach to this impressive scenario.

The Llanquihue Lake: It is the third biggest natural lake of South America, with a surface of 887 Kms2. Volcanoes Osorno, Puntiagudo, Calbuco and Tronador are reflected on its waters, offering a stage beauty of the cities situated on its shores. Its name means “submerged place”, and it also stands out for its good fishing.

Frutillar: This picturesque city of extraordinary landscapes presents an outstanding construction reminiscent of the German style, and wide gardens. There are hotels, accommodation, restaurants and tourist services. It is characterized by its intense cultural activity, with a typical museum, and the well-known musical weeks between January and February.

PuyehueNational Park: Puyehue National Park is characterized by its dense forests, by a relief caused by volcanic activity, and by the abundance of water basins. The damp forest is caused by the amount of rains, and it is made up of coigües and ulmo in the lowest areas of the park, and tepa, mañío and coigüe in the highest areas. Also, it presents thermal waters, and in winter it is possible to enjoy skiing in the Antillanca center, on the side of Casa Blanca volcano.

Casino in Puerto Varas: An important night recreational center, where visitors can enjoy all type of games of chance, from the modern slot machines, baccarat tables, black jack and craps to bingo. The public scatters following the luck.

Chiloé National Park

Villarrica National Park: The national park extends throughout Curarrehue, Panguipulli, Pucón and Villarrica. The view in winter is spectaular with snows that reach great height in a broken topography where the volcanoes Lanín, Quetrupillán and Villarrica stand out.

Villarrica Volcano: It is active and its crater of only 200 mts. in diameter, with permanent fumaroles and it is covered by a vast glacier of 40 km_ which is situated in the northwestern end of a notable volcanic chain next to the volcanoes Cordillera, El Mocho, Quetrupillán, Quinquilil and Lanín.

Volcanic Caves: Caves of around 700 mts. long, which are open with light and steps so that people can visit them. The second biggest caves of the world, after Canary Islands.

Huerquehue National Park: Also known as the "messengers’ place” in Mapuche language, the attraction generates an exuberant vegetation thanks to its abundant rains. Araucarias, mañíos, tepas and oaks, are some of the flower species, while the fox, cougar, pudú, chucao and guiña take part of the place's fauna.

Huife Hot Springs: They are immersed into a spectacular foothill landscape of the Ninth Region. And the impressive Villarrica volcano as a background. The temperature of its waters varies between 38º and 58º C and are rich in minerals.

Geometric Hot Springs: They are characterized by the abundance of thermal springs, around 60, which come out in the stream of Aihué with a temperature of 80ºC. Another particular feature is its very original infrastructure, designed by the architect Germán del Sol, which gives an special attraction to these hot springs. The wood walkway which crosses all the center and which is used to visit the stream and choose your favorite place between the pools.

Huilo Huilo Biological Reserve: This private proyect located on the banks of Pirihueico lake, near Panguipulli, has 60,000 hectares and it is possible to find a coffee shop and paths authorized near Huilo-Huilo Waterfalls. Also, the volcano Mocho is being authorizing for the practice of skiing. This area, also makes it possible to follow pawprints of deers, foxes and cougars; rides; mountain biking; fly fishing next to waterfalls and underground caves of Blanco river; thermal water baths; canopy from a height of 70 m, or rafting, kayak and sailing in Fuy, Enco and Pirehueico rivers.

Conguillio National Park: The national park has 60,832 hectares which includes the towns of Curacautín, Lonquimay, Melipeuco and Vilcún. It is also called “The Umbrellas' Park” due to the strong concentration of Araucarias it presents. One of the most complete parks in terms of infrastructure, and most incredible due to its diversity of fauna and flora.

Communities and Mapuche Rucas: Araucanía Region is one of the latest places of settlement of the Mapuche ethnic group, which has kept their culture and traditions intact over the years. Today, just some live in communities which are characterized by typical houses called “rucas” (shacks). It is possible to organize excursions to visit these communities and the museum which collects a wide variety of typical objects and summarizes their history.

SANTIAGO, RIVERS AND LAKES 8 Days / 7 nights All the year.

DAY 1: SANTIAGO DE CHILE:
Reception at the airport and trip to the hotel. Accommodation.

DAY 2: SANTIAGO DE CHILE – VALDIVIA
Trip from the hotel to the airport. Reception and trip to the hotel in Valdivia. Rest of the day, free. Accommodation at the hotel. (B)

DAY 4: VALDIVIA – PUERTO VARAS
Trip from the hotel to Valdivia’s bus station, in order to take the bus to Puerto Varas. Reception and trip to the hotel. Accommodation. (B)

DAY 5: PUERTO VARAS – FRUTILLAR – PUERTO VARAS
Departure from your hotel for a half day tour to Frutillar. Return to the hotel. Accommodation. (B)

DAY 6: PUERTO VARAS – FRUTILLAR – PUERTO VARAS
Half day excursion to know Vicente Pérez National Park. Petrohué waterfalls will be visited and it will be possible to enjoy Todos los Santos Lake, situated in the Andes. Return to Puerto Varas. (B)

DAY 7: PUERTO VARAS - PUERTO MONTT- SANTIAGO
Check out and trip from the hotel to the Puerto Montt airport in order to take a flight for Santiago de Chile. Reception and trip to the hotel. Accommodation. (B)

DAY 8: SANTIAGO DE CHILE
Check out and trip to the airport. (B)

Price per person in US$:

Includes:
- Transfers airport / hotel / airport in regular services with bilingual guide.
- 02 Nights in Santiago with breakfast
- 02 Nights in Valdivia with breakfast
- 03 Nights in Puerto Varas with Breakfast
- Lunch at day 3
- All excursions in regular service with bilingual guide
- Transfer Valdivia hotel / bus station / hotel.
- Ticket bus Valdivia - Puerto Varas
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DAY 1: PUERTO MONTT - PUERTO VARAS
Arrival at the airport and trip to Puerto Varas. On the way, you will visit Puerto Montt, with its interesting market of fish and craftwork. Free afternoon. Accommodation at a hotel in Puerto Varas.

DAY 2: PUERTO VARAS - CHILOE – PUERTO VARAS
Excursion to the mythical Chiloé Island. Navigation across the Chacao Channel. After having lunch in a local restaurant, you will travel to the shore to visit a penguins colony in the Punihuil Islands. Accommodation at a hotel in Puerto Varas. (B,L)

DAY 4: PETROHUÉ - VICENTE PEREZ ROSALES NATIONAL PARK– PETROHUÉ
Several excursions to discover the National Park are waiting for you (2 half-day excursions or 1 full day excursion). Dinner and accommodation in Petrohué Hotel. (B, D)

DAY 5: PETROHUÉ - PUERTO MONTT
Trip to the airport. (B)

ALTERNATIVES
Note: If it is not possible to make the Lake Crossing by boat due to climate and/or road conditions, the trip to the city of Bariloche will be carried out by land.

Price per person in US$:

Includes:
- Transfer Puerto Montt airport / hotel / Puerto Montt airport.
- All excursions mention in this program are in regular service with bilingual guide.
- 02 nights in Puerto Varas with breakfast.
- 02 nights in Petrohue hotel with breakfast.
- Lunch on days : 2nd ; Dinner on days : 3rd and 4th .

1 day extension From September - April.

DAY 5: PETROHUE – PEULLA - BARILOCHE
This day we will cross Lagos Andinos up to Lake Crossing Terminal in Bariloche.

Includes:
- Transfer to pier Petrohue in regular service with bilingual guide.
- Ticket for Andean Lake Crossing

2 days / 1 night extension From May - August.

DAY 5: PETROHUE – PEULLA
This day we will cross the first stretch of Lake Crossing up to Peulla, where optional excursions will be organized. Dinner and accommodation in a Hotel in Peulla. (B, D)

DAY 6: PEULLA - BARILOCHE
This day we will continue the Lake Crossing up to Lake Crossing Terminal in Bariloche. (B)

Includes:
- Transfer to pier Petrohue in regular service with bilingual guide.
- Ticket for Andean Lake Crossing
- 01 night of lodging in Peulla with half board
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NATURE CHALLENGE 4 days / 3 nights All the year.

DAY 1: PUERTO MONTT – PETROHUÉ
Reception at the airport of Puerto Montt and trip to Petrohué. On the way, you will visit Puerto Montt and Puerto Varas. Optional lunch in Puerto Varas. There is a possibility to rent a mountain bike to explore the area. Introductory talk, dinner and accommodation at Petrohué Hotel. (D)

DAY 2: PETROHUÉ - VICENTE PEREZ ROSALES NATIONAL PARK– PETROHUÉ
You may choose among several activities: 2 half-day excursions or 1 full day excursion, depending on your preference. Activities consist of several options of trekking, canyoning, ascents, rafting and others. Dinner and accommodation in Petrohué Hotel. (B, BL, D)

DAY 3: PETROHUÉ – OSORNO VOLCANO – PUERTO VARAS
Trip to Osorno Volcano, enjoying a short experience of ski or walks, or just contemplating the beauty of the place (optional activities). Return to Puerto Varas in the afternoon. Accommodation at a hotel in Puerto Varas. (B)

DAY 4: PUERTO VARAS – PUERTO MONTT
Trip to the airport of Puerto Montt. (B)

Price per person in US$:

Includes:
- Transfer Puerto Montt airport / hotel / airport in regular service with bilingual guide
- All excursions in regular service with bilingual guide.
- 02 nights of lodging in Petrohue with breakfast
- 01 night of lodging in Puerto Varas with breakfast
- Dinner on days 1 and 2 and box lunch on day 2

SANTIAGO AND LAGOS ANDINOS CROSSING
8 Days / 7 nights All the year.

Note: If it is not possible to make the Lake Crossing by boat due to climate and/or road conditions, the trip to the city of Bariloche will be carried out by land.

DAY 1: SANTIAGO DE CHILE
Reception at the airport and trip to the hotel. Accommodation.

DAY 2: SANTIAGO DE CHILE
City Tour around the city of Santiago. Return to the hotel. Accommodation. (B)

DAY 3: SANTIAGO - VALPARAISO AND VIÑA DEL MAR - SANTIAGO
Departure towards the Pacific Ocean, for a full day visit to Valparaíso and Viña del Mar. Return to Santiago in the afternoon. Accommodation at the hotel. (B)

DAY 4: SANTIAGO - PUERTO MONTT - PUERTO VARAS
Trip from the hotel to the airport in Santiago. Reception at the airport in Puerto Montt, with a brief walk around the city. Trip to Puerto Varas. Reception at the hotel in Puerto Varas. Free afternoon. Accommodation. (B)

DAY 5: PUERTO VARAS – FRUTILLAR – PUERTO VARAS
Departure from your hotel for a half day tour to Frutillar, one of the most picturesque and beautiful resort cities that we can find on the shores of Llanquihue Lake, with a panoramic view of the lake and volcanoes which present themselves as a real natural scenario.Return to the hotel. Accommodation. (B)

DAY 6: PUERTO VARAS – LAKE CROSSING TOWARDS PEULLA
Very early trip from the hotel of Puerto Varas, in order to begin the Lake Crossing up to Petrohué, visiting the famous Petrohué Waterfalls (the ticket is not included). Dinner and accommodation at Peulla or Natura Hotel, depending on your preference. (B, L)

DAY 7: PEULLA – LAKE CROSSING TOWARDS BARILOCHE
Breakfast. Hotel check out and border crossing towards Argentina. After a short crossing on boat, you will arrive at Puerto de Frías, on the Argentinian side. The trip will continue by bus towards Puerto Blest, on the shores of Nahuel Huapi Lake. The tour will continue on boat towards Puerto Pañuelo, the last section by bus to finally reach the Crossing Terminal in San Carlos de Bariloche. Trip to the hotel in Bariloche. Accommodation. (B)

DAY 8: BARILOCHE
Breakfast, end of our services. (B)

Peulla Excursion: A beautiful trip to the interior of the Andes. The first stretch is done by bus, surrounding Llanquihue Lake. Just about two minutes from Petrohué wharf are the impressive waterfalls of Petrohué River, which are accessed after a short walk. After boarding a boat , we will begin the navigation on the beatiful lake of esmerald color waters, until reaching Peulla. Return to Puerto Varas by the same means of transport.
Lenght of Time: Around 10 hours.

Lagos Andinos Crossing: Sail across the Andes next to Lake Crossing, a beautiful trip which links the cities of Puerto Varas and Bariloche or vice versa. This trip is carried out all the year, except 25th December and 1st January. Between the months of May and August, you have to stay at least one night in Peulla. Explore, in one or more days, two national parks (Vicente Pérez Rosales, Chile – Nahuel Huapi, Argentina) and sail across three lakes (Todos los Santos, Chile - Frías and Nahuel Huapi, Argentina).
Lenght of Time: Around 13 hours.

Price per person in US$: